Course Details

BA (Hons) Tourism and Business Management with Foundation Year

This BA (Hons) Tourism and Business Management with Foundation Year course is designed for students who want to prepare for undergraduate study while developing core academic and transferable skills. After successfully completing

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Start Date

January 2027

Duration

4 years

Campus

N/A

Tuition Fee

£9,790 per year (UK home)

Study Mode

Full-time

Structure

Course Structure

Foundation Year

Academic Skills
Introduction to Higher Education
Working with Evidence
Introduction to Data
Critical Thinking and Engagement
Big Thinkers and Ideas
Community and Social Purpose

Year 1

Contemporary Tourism and Hospitality Industry
15 credits
Contemporary Tourism and Hospitality Industry
15 credits
Introduction to Human Resource Management
15 credits
Tourism Management Principles and Concept
15 credits
Finance and Business Performance
15 credits
An Introduction to Leadership and Management
15 credits
Destination Strategy-Case study
15 credits
Understanding Global Tourism Environment
15 credits

Year 2

Exploring Strategy and Risk Management
15 credits
The Business of Tour Operations
15 credits
An Introduction to Organisations
15 credits
Responsible & Sustainable Tourism Management
15 credits
Managing Tourism Impacts and Challenges
15 credits
Managing Quality and Customer Service
15 credits
Change Leadership and Decision Making
15 credits
Digital Marketing Strategies
15 credits

Year 3

Tourism Dissertation Semester 1
Exploring Professional Practice
15 credits
Tourism Business Start-up
15 credits
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
15 credits
Tourism Dissertation Semester 2 - Continued
30 credits
Social Innovation, Social Inclusion and Entrepreneurship
15 credits
International Hospitality Operations
15 credits
Crisis Management in Tourism
15 credits

Requirements

Entry Requirements

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Academic Requirements

There is no formal UCAS Tariff point requirement for entry onto the Foundation Year. Applicants should normally have at least three GCSEs, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications. Relevant professional work experience may also be considered where supported by a CV and, where possible, a reference. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of English language ability, with GCSE English or an equivalent qualification normally desirable. A clear commitment to study and the potential to successfully complete the course will also be considered.

English Language Requirements

Please contact our admissions team for specific English language requirements for this program.

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