**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**
**Course summary:**
- Develop critical insight into the theory and practice of tourism management.
- Learn two languages and prepare yourself for work in the global economy.
- Gain hands-on experience of the international tourism industry – with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.
- Understand the cultural, economic and social contexts of your two target countries.
Expand your language skills alongside your understanding of tourism management, preparing you to become a multilingual professional. There’s an option to study and work abroad for 18 months, developing transferable skills and giving you a competitive advantage in the international employment market. Develop fluency in French and a second foreign language (German or Spanish from any level or Italian from scratch).
**How you learn:**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
At every level of this course, you’ll have opportunities to acquire and apply an array of knowledge relating to tourism. You’ll develop skills in both your main and minor languages and cultural awareness to a high level. You’ll also engage with real companies through a placement and projects to harness your employability potential.
You learn through:
- lectures and seminars, with guest speakers
- weekly sessions with Foreign Language Assistants
- French modules taught in the target language
- independent and directed study
- presentations and group work
- an optional semester at one of our French partner universities
- an optional placement year in a French-speaking country
**Applied learning - Work placements**
As part of your course you have the option to spend 11 months on a paid work placement in a relevant tourism organisation based in France. If you’re studying two languages from post-A-Level, you’ll also have the option to split this placement between countries.
Not only is your placement a fantastic way to explore and get to know a different country, it’s also a great opportunity to gain valuable tourism industry experience and apply the knowledge developed throughout your studies. It helps you develop your skills and French, language ability and significantly enhances your employability. You’ll have the opportunity to apply for placements with highly regarded companies within the tourism industry, such as Melia Hotels International, Steigenberg Hotels AG, Toluna and Location Vacances Express.
**Live Projects**
In addition to the optional 11-month work placement, you’ll also undertake Highly Skilled Employment projects in each academic year. You’ll apply your learning alongside your language skills and work with local, national and international companies. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of students from other undergraduate years, as part of our wider Languages Community.
**Networking opportunities**
We’re proud of our links with UK and international tourism-related businesses, and with our alumni. You’ll have numerous opportunities to network with them at events like our annual alumni event.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will spend your third year on placement.
Year 1 - Compulsory modules
Contemporary And Professional Studies One (French)
Contemporary And Professional Studies One (German)
Contemporary And Professional Studies One (Spanish)
International Tourism Business
Linguistic And Academic Studies
Tourism Management: Principles And Practice
Year 2 - Compulsory modules
Contemporary And Professional Studies Two (French)
Contemporary And Professional Studies Two (German)
Contemporary And Professional Studies Two (Spanish)
Contemporary European Studies
French (Abroad) 20 Coursework
German (Abroad) 20 Coursework
Intercultural And Professional Development
Interculturality In Practice
Italian (Abroad)
Managing Visitor Attractions
People And Organisations In Context
Spanish (Abroad)
Year 3 - Compulsory modules
Placement Year
Final year - Compulsory modules
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (French)
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (German)
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (Italian)
Contemporary And Professional Studies 1 (Spanish)
Contemporary And Professional Studies Three (French)
Contemporary And Professional Studies Three (German)
Contemporary And Professional Studies Three (Spanish)
International Air Travel Management
Sustainable Tourism Planning
Tourism Destination Marketing
Course Details – Assessment Method
Coursework
Exams
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
R1N8
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. You also must have an A level in French or an AS level at grade C in French. For example:
BBC at A Level including an A level in French
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies, with an A Level in French or AS level grade C in French
Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
If you do not have any of the qualifications above but have relevant experience you are welcome to discuss potential opportunities with the admissions tutor.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or above at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
