BSc (Hons) — 2027 entry International Tourism Management
Our International Tourism Management degree allows you to focus on the areas of tourism and travel management that match your interests and career goals, while exploring the industry’s vital role in the global community and economy. The course equips you with the skills, resilience and innovative mindset needed to make a positive impact in this dynamic sector and stand out to employers.
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Why choose
this course?
- Surrey is consistently ranked one of the UK's top universities for hospitality, tourism, transport, travel and heritage studies, with Surrey Hospitality and Tourism Management having an outstanding global reputation.
- You’ll have the option to take one of our award-winning Professional Training placements in the UK or abroad, or study at one of partner universities across the world, or a mix of both.
- The perfect foundation for senior managerial roles in this thriving sector, our International Tourism Management degree will open a variety of exciting career opportunities for you, both in the UK and overseas.
- Develop an understanding of every aspect of tourism management, alongside an understanding of core transferable management and business principles.
- With a global focus, you’ll study tourism management in a range of international contexts, exploring examples and case studies from around the world.
- With London close by, you can take advantage of our exceptional industry connections and networking opportunities through careers fairs, guest lectures and field trips to start building your own professional networks.
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Statistics
94%
Of Surrey Hospitality and Tourism Management graduates are in employment or further education (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA)
1st in the UK
For tourism, transport, travel and heritage studies in the Complete University Guide 2027
3rd in the world
For hospitality and tourism management in the Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025
What you will study
Our bachelor of science in tourism management explores tourism’s vital role in the global community and economy, emphasising sustainable development and responsible leadership. The course will equip you with the skills to become a resilient and innovative leader in this exciting sector and the mindset to become an agent for positive change in our sector.
You’ll have the opportunity to explore various tourism sectors, including destination management, tourism consultancy and airport management. Reflecting the variety of the tourism industry, you’ll be able to choose modules which allow you to specialise and develop your skills in the areas that are most relevant to your interests and career aspirations.
Additionally, you can further enhance your learning with an optional placement year or a study abroad experience between your second and third years of study.
You’ll be taught by experienced and knowledgeable staff, who are all respected in their research and industry fields.
Academic lectures are combined with field trips, site visits and guest lectures from industry professionals, providing you with the most up-to-date and relevant education possible.
Due to our exceptional industry connections, and the relevance of our courses to current challenges in the tourism sector, our graduates are equipped to become responsible managers and strategic leaders of the industry and are consequently highly attractive to employers.
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
- International Tourism Management BSc (Hons)
- International Tourism Management BSc (Hons) with placement
Please note: The full module listing for the optional Professional Training placement part of your course is available in the relevant programme specification.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.
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Course options
Teaching and learning
Each 15-credit module involves 150 hours of student work. This time will be spent in lectures, computer laboratories and tutorials, and includes private study on your own or in small study groups. You will also write essays and assignments, complete group work projects, consultancy work and podcasts, as well as business-type reports that draw on your understanding of a particular area.
Our staff members are innovative in providing engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice for your intellectual and professional development.
Many of our academics are well-connected within the hospitality and tourism industries. This brings a wealth of classroom-based experiences to your studies but also a lot of guided support towards future employability, career-coaching and CV support. Dedicated modules will develop your skills further, as well as employability masterclasses.
You will also complete business reports, podcasts, team presentations, consultancy work as well as essays and exams which are all set to draw on your understanding of the subject area.
- AI learning
- Group work
- Lectures
- Independent study
- Practical sessions
- Project work
- Trips
- Tutorials
- Workshops
Assessment
We assess modules individually and award credits for the successful completion of each one. Assessment takes place through a combination of examination and/or coursework, practical examinations and reports.
Check individual module information to see full details at a module level.
General course information
Contact hours
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 modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable during Welcome Week. In later semesters, at least one week before the start of the semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday), with part-time classes normally scheduled on one or two days. Wednesday afternoons tend to be for sports and cultural activities.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
This course is based at Stag Hill campus. Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Of Surrey hospitality and tourism management graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2026, HESA).
There is great demand for our BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management graduates in all related service sector industries. Graduates of our courses have proven to be highly employable across a range of organisations, not just within tourism.
Some of our graduates choose to go into operational management roles, developing and managing companies and resorts around the world. Others specialise in marketing, human resources, IT and other head office positions in large tourism corporations. Many find excellent career opportunities in tourism consultancy businesses.
Where do our students go?
Recent tourism graduates have entered employment in roles such as:
- Graduate management trainee
- Product and commercial executive
- Voyage management trainee
- HR coordinator
- Front desk management trainee
- Vita Futura Graduate Management Programme
- Graduate trainee.
Our graduates have joined companies such as:
- Hilton Worldwide
- Monarch Travel Group
- Grosvenor House JW Marriott Hotel
- Sofitel London Heathrow
- Hilton Hotels
- Marriott International
- Lexington Catering.
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Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
Typical offer
Overall: BCC-CCC.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: English language at grade 4 (C) and mathematics at grade 4 (C).
Overall: DMM-MMM.
GCSE or equivalent: English language at grade 4 (C) and mathematics at grade 4 (C).
Please see the alternative qualifications guidance if you are taking a mixture of BTECs and A-levels or if you are taking other qualifications types.
Overall: 30-29.
GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Mathematics (either course) HL4/SL4.
Overall: 70-68%.
GCSE or equivalent: Maths 6 and either English language (1/2) 6 or English language (3)7.
Overall: QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 21 Level 3 Credits at Distinction, 3 Level 3 Credits at Merit and 21 Level 3 Credits at Pass.
GCSE or equivalent: English language at grade 4 (C) and mathematics at grade 4 (C).
Overall: BBBBC-BBBCC.
GCSE or equivalent: English language - Scottish National 5 - C and maths - Scottish National 5 - C.
Overall: BBC-CCC from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level drop down for the required GCSE levels.
Overall: Merit-Pass with C in the Core Component.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C).
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer for this programme, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.
Applicants can only receive one grade reduction from the published grades, an EPQ grade reduction can’t be applied in addition to other grade reductions made through other schemes such as Contextual Admissions or In2Surrey.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
International Foundation Year
If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.
Selection process
We normally make offers in terms of grades.
If you are a suitable candidate you will be invited to an offer holder event. During your visit to the University you can find out more about the course and meet staff and students.
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
View our Code of practice for Recognition of Prior Credit and Prior Learning and further guidance: Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning - Guide for Applicants (PDF) for more information.
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience. There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees for the 2027-28 academic year
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
- Standard year
- To be confirmed
- Professional training year
- To be confirmed
See fees for International Tourism Management 2026 entry
- Standard year
- To be confirmed
- Professional training year
- To be confirmed
See fees for International Tourism Management 2026 entry
Professional training placement year fees are approximately 20% of the full-time UK fees of the academic year in which you undertake your placement.
- Fees will increase for each year of your programme as detailed in our tuition fee increases disclaimer.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be during October to November of each academic year).
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
- The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Additional costs
- Local travel expenses: Varies - return travel to attraction chosen for group project assignment (mandatory), travel for face-to-face meetings with mentors (optional)
- Optional European field trip: The Tourism Theory in Practice module is centred on an international field trip - £500 approximately.
The objective is to provide the opportunity for you to experience first-hand the complex practices and processes involved in tourist destination marketing, management, planning and development.
These additional costs are accurate as of September 2025 and apply to the 2026 year of entry. Costs for 2027 entry will be published in September 2026.
Scholarships and bursaries
Discover what scholarships and bursaries are available to support your studies.
Our award-winning Professional Training placement scheme gives you the chance to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad.
We have thousands of placement providers to choose from, most of which offer pay. So, become one of our many students who have had their lives and career choices transformed.
Statistics
Placement Statistics
92%
of students who did a placement entered into graduate level employment*
80%
of placements are paid, with 60% paying between £18,000 - £30,000
48%
of our students have been offered a graduate role from their placement provider**
*Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA
**Professional training year returners survey 2024
International tourism management placements
The Professional Training placement is an integral part of our courses. Our placement partner organisations may provide opportunities for you to gain valuable experience in a professional working environment, increasing your confidence, skills and employability when you graduate.
You can choose to spend your placement in the UK, Europe or even further afield, working for some of the world’s most prestigious tourism organisations. We have placement students working for large tour operators and high-end hotel chains, as well as many smaller boutique tour operators and operators with a sustainable business operation.
Some examples of organisations that participate in this scheme include:
- ABTA
- Four Seasons Hotel
- Hilton Worldwide
- The Savoy
- Travelopia
- Travelport
- TUI UK and Ireland
- UK inbound.
Applying for placements
Students are generally not placed by the University. But we offer support and guidance throughout the process, with access to a vacancy site of placement opportunities.
Find out more about the application process.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Study and work abroad
Studying at Surrey opens a world of opportunity. Take advantage of our study and work abroad partnerships, explore the world, and expand your skills for the graduate job market.
The opportunities abroad vary depending on the course, but options include study exchanges, work/research placements, summer programmes, and recent graduate internships. Financial support is available through various grants and bursaries, as well as Student Finance.
Perhaps you would like to volunteer in India or learn about Brazilian business and culture in São Paulo during your summer holidays? With 140+ opportunities in 36+ different countries worldwide, there is something for everyone. Explore your options via our search tool and find out more about our current partner universities and organisations.
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