This multi-accredited course is suitable for those with career aspirations in global hospitality and the wider travel and tourism industry, as it is supported by our long-standing and internationally recognized tourism and hospitality research. You can combine tourism and hospitality, or you can specialize in one or the other.
Guest lectures from industry professionals are given regularly.
Through a placement, you will gain valuable experience, improve your employability, and expand your network (which can be anywhere in the world)
You can study at one of our many international partner institutions.
Bournemouth, as a popular seaside resort, is an ideal location for studying tourism and hospitality.
Foundation Year: For UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course, we offer a Foundation Year option. This extra year of study will provide you with a solid foundation in the business and management skills required for this course and boost your confidence, knowledge, and skills for further study. You will progress to the full degree after completing the Foundation Year.
Course accreditations
The accreditation bodies for our BA (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management course are well-known in the industry for encouraging excellence and the highest standards, which is reflected in the BU Business School Experience. The designation of BU as an Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence demonstrates the university's position as an industry leader. The Tourism Management Institute (TMI) accreditation ensures that this course meets standards aligned with the needs of the tourism sector, enhancing your future employment prospects when you graduate. Being recognized as a United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO.TedQual) course allows you to participate in high-level tourism policy events as well as obtain placements in the world's most prestigious tourism organizations. The Institute of Data & Marketing will award you the IDM Certificate in Digital and Data-Driven Marketing if you complete the accredited unit (IDM)