General

How long has Surrey specialised in Hospitality and Tourism Management?

We have specialised in Hospitality and Tourism Management for more than 40 years. This means we have graduates of these programmes in senior positions in the industry all around the world. The reputation of hospitality and tourism at Surrey means that your degree will mean something to employers wherever you are looking for a job.

Which accreditations does the school have?

The School has unique triple accreditation by

• United Nations World Tourism Organisation
• The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
• The Association of MBSs

Visit our accreditation page to find out more

Does the University have good library facilities?

Surrey has one of the world"s most extensive ranges of books, journals and e-resources in tourism and is a designated depository for the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) publications.

What contact is there with alumni?

Surrey has an extensive global network of Hospitality and Tourism alumni. Visit our alumni page to find out more.

Who will I be taught by?

Staff in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management are amongst the most published and respected in the world. Our news pages will illustrate how many invites to speak around the world our staff receive and you can look at our list of publications to see how much research we conduct. This means you are taught by the people who go out and understand how things work in the industry. We take great pride in the fact that all members of staff teach, regardless of their seniority – meaning that you have access to an incredible wealth of experience and knowledge.

How many will be in my classes?

We try to offer a range of learning experiences for students. Some classes will be in large lecture theatres, while for others you will be in classes of less than 20 students. You will also be given small group exercises to complete and there will be individual piece of work for you to complete. In this way, you will develop an understanding of the subject, but also an awareness of how you prefer to study and how you learn best.

What is the Undergraduate entrance tarrif?

Our entry tariff is higher than any other university in the UK. By taking only the best students every year it means that you will study alongside other excellent students, further enriching your learning experience and developing your network of friends and colleagues for your career.

Can I do an Undergraduate professional placement?

Surrey is renowned for its professional placement opportunities in top companies in the UK and overseas! Visit our placements homepage to find out more.

Can I study a semester abroad?

The University of Surrey offers Semester abroad study (Student Exchange). This is available in the USA, Australia, Europe or Asia.

What about industry links?

Students at Surrey can work with industry for our applied dissertations.