Course Summary

**Why study BA (Hons) Tourism Management at BU?** - We are one of the top-ten ranked universities in the world for the study of tourism and hospitality - One of the first courses to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you the skills and knowledge of the tourism sector - Taught by industry specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures - Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations - Build your network of professional contacts, enhance your CV and employability during the 30-week work placement that can be taken anywhere in the world - You can study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world - We are proud that 96% of final year students were satisfied with the quality of the course, and 98% of students felt academic staff were good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2019/20) - Bournemouth is the perfect location to study tourism, being a popular seaside resort with many tourism and hospitality businesses and opportunities. Leading industry speakers, consultancy projects, ‘live’ scenarios and fieldtrips to tourism hotspots are an integral part of this multi-accredited course. You will develop management and business skills that are essential to get ahead in industry. Accredited by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and the Tourism Management Institute and recognised as an Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence, our four-year course was one of the first to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you an excellent understanding of how private and public organisations work together within the tourism sector.

Course Details - Modules

You will study a number of units including the tourism and hospitality industries, marketing for tourism and hospitality, business and economics for tourism, understanding the tourist, finance for tourism, tourism operations and technology, managing people in tourism and hospitality, tourism strategy and change along with a number of optional units and a 30 week work placement in your third year.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

United Nations World Tourism Organisation

Travel and Tourism, Institute of

Hospitality, Institute of

Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing

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: N800

Institution code: B50

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 4

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

104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.

102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)

28 - 31 points

Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 If English is not your first languge, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading or equivalent.
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 63%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 15250.0 Year 1
International 15250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850. Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.

Provider information

Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Poole
BH12 5BB

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