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International Tourism Management BA

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International Tourism Management BA

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Bachelor

    • Duration:

      3 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Start Date:

      01 September 2019

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 9,250 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 13,250

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    University of Derby

    The University of Derby has a long history, going back to 1853 and the founding of the Derby School of Art. This became the Derby Central School of Art and the Derby Central School of Science in 1870. By 1892 the combined institution was known as the Derby Municipal Technical College. Another root of Derby’s […]

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    Course Summary

    A BA degree in International Tourism Management from the University of Derby is a great way to forge a career in one of the world’s largest and most thriving industries. Internationally, the travel and tourism industries account for more than 284 million jobs, employing a full 9% of the world’s working population!

    This industry has been characterised by steady growth, and is expected to grow by another 4% year on year, so it will demand all of the graduates the UK can provide! You’ll also have access to a year in working placement between years 2 and 3, to further improve your employability.

    This program includes a range of field trips and site visits to thriving tourist destinations in the nearby Peak District as well as many overseas destinations. This is just one reason the University if Derby’s Hospitality, Events and Tourism programs have been ranked in the top 10 in the nation (see the Guardian University Guide for 2019).

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This is a 3 year program for most students, or 4 years including a year in working placement.

    Year 1 Modules:

    • Exploring the Destination Environment
    • Introduction to Higher Education and Professional Development for Tourism Managers
    • Marketing and Communication
    • The Tourism Consumer
    • Tourism Experience Design
    • Tourism: Current Scenarios, Future Directions

    Year 2 Modules:

    • Business Development and Entrepreneurship
    • Business Tourism and Global Distribution
    • Financial Management and Tourism Business Performance
    • Management and Leadership
    • Progression in Tourism Employability
    • Research Skills
    • Tourism and the Media

    Placement Year

    You will have an excellent opportunity to gain valuable real world experience working in the tourism industry either in the UK or abroad. These are typically paid positions where you will not only learn highly specialised skills but also begin making business contacts.

    Year 3 Modules:

    • Consumer Behaviour
    • Creative Applications in E-Tourism
    • Event Tourism
    • Independent Study (double module)
    • International Resort Management
    • Reconfiguring Tourism Futures
    • Strategic Management
    • Wellness Tourism

    Learning & Teaching

    Over the course of 3 to 4 years you’ll attend a rage of lectures, seminars, practical sills sessions, interactive workshops and guided individual study sessions. These will prepare you with a solid understanding of management in the tourism industry. You’ll also take part in a final year independent study project and write a dissertation about your results. Many students choose a topic related to their year in work experience or chosen specialty.

    Career Possiblities

    This industry demands a huge volume of skilled, talented graduates every year, so employment rates for graduates are typically very high. Employers are particularly attracted to Derby graduates because they know you’ll have been trained in all the skills you need to succeed, and have put them into practice through an extended working placement.

    The University of Derby is committed to helping you achieve your desired career, and indeed some 96% of graduates find a position within 6 months.

    Entry Credit

    Successful completion will result in a 3 year BA degree.

    Applicants must typically have achieved at least 96 UCAS Tariff Points, or the international equivalent. Beyond that, a wide range of qualifications are accepted.

    All classes are taught in English, and international students will be required to show proficiency in English by scoring well on an approved test. An excellent IELTS score would qualify, for example.

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