I chose Surrey because of its leading reputation in business and hospitality. I was instantly drawn to the University when attending an Open Day and felt at ease.
Surrey is one of the UK’s top universities for Hospitality, Events, Tourism and Transport, ranked number one in the UK by both the Guardian University Guide 2018 and the Complete University Guide 2018.
The perfect foundation for senior managerial roles in this dynamic, thriving sector, our renowned International Hospitality Management programme is one of the most prestigious qualifications in hospitality management and will open up a variety of prestigious career opportunities for you, both in the UK and overseas.
Drawing on extensive experience of teaching, researching and working in hospitality management, this programme combines specific industry-focused modules, a core foundation in business and management, and, with our Professional Training placement programme, hands-on experience in real hospitality organisations.
On-campus establishments run by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management give you the opportunity to learn how to plan, organise, evaluate and manage successful hospitality businesses.
This combination of academic theory, up-to-date industry knowledge and practical experience will kick-start your hospitality management career, allowing you to leave us as a professional ready to make an immediate impact in the field.
The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specification documents which include further details such as the learning outcomes. Please be aware that these specifications are applicable to the current academic year.
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability and/or student demand.
Many of our students opt to do a Professional Training placement. These normally begin at the end of the second academic year and finish in time for you to begin the third year of study.
Professional Training placements offer students the opportunity to gain access to the world of work, including meeting employers, developing job search skills and acquiring the employability skills that employers look for. Find out more about Professional Training placements.
The graduate employment market increasingly demands the highest qualifications and the ability to hit the ground running when taking up a new position. At Surrey, we have responded to this demand by creating our new MBus qualification.
A further advantage of the MBus is that you graduate in June, giving you a head start in the postgraduate job market where graduation is normally in October. It also makes you more experienced and better qualified than Bachelors students graduating in June.
During the MBus year you will, in addition to taking advanced classes, undertake a substantial piece of applied research, demonstrating your ability to put theory into practice and providing you with a showcase project to impress future employers.
You can apply directly for the full MBus programme or transfer into it during your BSc studies providing you achieve high grades in your key modules. Either way, the MBus is covered by the student loan scheme – potentially saving you thousands of pounds that you might have to spend upfront on a separate Masters degree.
As with our Bachelors degrees, the MBus also offers you the chance to study abroad in your second year and undertake a Professional Training placement in your third year.
Indicative modules:
Each 15-credit module is designed to involve 150 hours of work, including lectures, laboratories, tutorials and individual study time. Students enjoy the practical application of running our Lakeside Restaurant, which is open to the public.
You will be part of a team, devising menus, preparing advertising and managing finances, alongside cooking and serving food.
Our staff members are innovative in delivering engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice for your intellectual and professional development.
Modules are assessed individually and credits are awarded for the successful completion of each one. Assessment takes place through a combination of examination and/or coursework, practical examinations and reports.
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's Module Catalogue. See the programme structure section for more information.
You are allocated a personal tutor to guide you through the programme and advise on your option choices and future career, helping you to get the most out of your time at Surrey.
We give our students the opportunity to acquire international experience during their degrees by taking advantage of our exchange agreements with overseas universities or by completing a Professional Training placement abroad. In addition to the hugely enjoyable and satisfying experience, time spent abroad adds a distinctive element to your CV. To check where you can go, visit our Global Exchanges pages.
We encourage you to add an international experience to your degree by studying overseas for one semester during your second year (typically the autumn semester).
The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management currently has 17 exchange agreements spanning four continents of the globe. Our international partners include:
Our partners complement our commitment to excellence in teaching and research and enable students to enhance their international outlook. If you choose to study at one of our European partners, you will be eligible for an Erasmus grant.
This is an excellent opportunity not only to acquire valuable work experience but also to improve or learn another language.
We are very proud of our track record for graduate employability. One of the main reasons for our graduate employability success is our Professional Training placement programme which is one of the largest in the World, with over 2,300 partner organisations in the UK and overseas. To find out more visit our Careers and Professional Training pages.
The Professional Training placement is an integral part of our programmes. Our prestigious placement partner organisations provide opportunities for you to gain valuable experience in a professional working environment, increasing your confidence, skills and employability when you graduate.
Recent students have enjoyed placements at:
Our graduates have proven to be highly employable across a wide range of industries, not just within hospitality. Their specialist skills make them ideal for service sector companies’ fast-track graduate recruitment schemes.
Customer-oriented skills make them attractive to any service-based industry.
Some graduates choose to go into operational management roles, running hotels and restaurants around the world. Others specialise in marketing, human resources, IT and other head office positions in large hospitality-based corporations. Some set up their own successful hospitality businesses.
Recent International Hospitality Management graduates have entered employment with organisations such as:
There are associated costs with this BSc (Hons) programme:
Grand total: £143-173
There are associated costs with this MBus (Hons) programme:
Grand total: £143-173
Offers are normally made in terms of grades.
Suitable candidates will be invited to an Applicant Day. During the visit to the University the candidate can find out more about the programme and meet staff and students.
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.
Please note that the University of Surrey offers English language programmes and is also an IELTS Test Centre.
| Qualification | Course Length | Professional Training | UCAS code | KIS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | 3 years | N220 | View KIS data set | |
| BSc (Hons) | 4 years | N221 | View KIS data set | |
| MBus (Hons) | 4 years | N862 | View KIS data set | |
| MBus (Hons) | 5 years | N800 | View KIS data set |
View a complete listing of all ongoing fees for our undergraduate programmes.
The University will assess your fee status. If you are unsure whether you are likely to be considered a home, EU or overseas student for fees purposes, the UKCISA website offers more information.
There are additional costs associated with this programme – view the additional costs section for full details.
Programmes marked with a tick in the table above include a Professional Training placement.
A reduced fee is charged for Professional Training placements.
Fees will not have to be paid up front for those eligible students who decide to take up the Government's loan for higher education fees. The Professional Training placement is a key factor in the high employability rates achieved by students with Surrey degrees.
We're committed to making sure that we offer support for students who might need it.
Experienced staff in our International Student Office are available to help from the moment you consider studying at the University. We offer professional advice on immigration, visa issues, entry qualifications, pre-departure information, employment regulations and international student welfare.
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability and/or student demand.
"I chose a placement at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) in London because of the important economic impact research it carries out, demonstrating the industry’s global value."
Tamara Edwards is currently employed on the IT Graduate Development Programme at TUI Travel PLC. She studied Tourism Management at the University of Surrey, including a Professional Training placement year at Park Plaza County Hall Hotel in London.
"I clearly made the right decision. I am very happy to be part of the researcher community at Surrey!"
"Antarctica heightened my awareness of the serious fragility of upcoming travel destinations and was the impetus towards my passion into conversation through tourism."
"As a previous student at Surrey, I really enjoyed the supportive academic environment and the vibrant social life here. I have been encouraged to pursue whatever I am passionate about."
"It is my joy to come into the PhD office and focus on my research, but also to meet and interact with my fellow colleagues."
"I like the multicultural environment at Surrey. Staff and students in Surrey are very outgoing and always ready to offer help, which makes me feel at home."
I decided to come to Surrey for my PhD because of the reputation of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and my positive MSc learning experience.
"The programme itself was well structured, with lots of opportunities for practical experience. My tutors all had a working background in events, which was a great addition to the theory and knowledge delivered through the course."
"The staff on my programme are friendly and helpful, and always go way beyond to help us understand the gap between society and university."
"The course has been an amazing journey of learning through the incredibly high number of industry guest speakers and lecturers. Learning directly from experts within the aviation industry has been brilliant."
"I have found the academic staff at Surrey to be supportive and motivating. What makes Surrey special is the people, who are always helpful, respectful and friendly."
It is great fun and everyone should undertake an Erasmus study abroad or work abroad programme at least once during their academic life.
Rochelle Turner is Head of Research at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
Sinead Ryan is New Business Coordinator for Top Flight Travel Management.
Ilona Vogel is the Trainer for Continental Europe, Tourism Australia
Thomas Luo is Assistant Manager and Analyst of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry at Jones Lang LaSalle.
Yasir Khan is a business development manager for Al Sayyad Travel & Tourism in Dubai.
Victoria Matey is co-founder of Matey Events, where she brings the latest information on industry trends and practices to Russian event professionals and supports companies wishing to move into the Russian events market.
Lucia Kasasova is a Sales and Account Management Executive at JacTravel. She looks after clients in Europe, including the UK and Russia, establishing new relationships to drive business.
