Hospitality, events, tourism and transport

No matter where you are in the world, the hospitality, tourism and events industry finds a place to thrive.

A degree in hospitality, tourism and events can open doors for you in one of the world’s fastest growing and most exciting industries.

We are ranked:

• 1st in the UK for tourism, transport, travel and heritage studies by the Complete University Guide 2027
• 1st in the UK for hospitality, event management and tourism in the Guardian University Guide 2027
• 3rd in the world for hospitality and tourism management in the ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025
• 1st in the UK and 18th in the world for hospitality and leisure management in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
• 3rd in the UK for hospitality, leisure and tourism by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

94% of our undergraduate, 93% of our postgraduate taught and 100% of our postgraduate research Surrey Hospitality and Tourism Management graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes survey 2025, HESA).