BA (Hons) Tourism Management (with Foundation Year)
Course overview
Start date
September 2020
Subject area
Events, Hospitality and Tourism
Attendance
Full-time, 4 years
Full-time, 5 years
Learning
On campus, dual delivery
Course summary
This extended course is perfect if you want a degree in Tourism Management but don’t have the standard entry requirements.
Tourism is a fast-growing industry, Britain will have a tourism industry worth over £257 billion by 2025 – just under 10% of UK GDP and supporting almost 3.8 million jobs, which is around 11% of the total UK number. (Visit Britain) This course is designed to give you the best possible start to a career in the sector, taking full advantage of our prime location in one of the world’s greatest tourist destinations.
The course is designed with your career in mind; it is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality and you’ll benefit from placements, field trips and guest lectures held with industry leaders.
UEL is conveniently located a short walk away from London City Airport and some of the capital’s most famous venues – including the Excel Centre and O2 Arena – and learning in London gives you access to some of the best hotels, restaurants and visitor attractions in the world.
Return to campus: dual delivery
In a Covid-secure environment, enjoy learning on our state-of-the-art campuses and flex between online delivery
Find out morePlacement
Optional placement year available
1st
Top place
Overall satisfaction among Tourism Management students ranked us at 1st place for London according to The Guardian rank table for 2019.
Make the most of London
You’ll be studying in one of the best locations in the world for the hospitality management business, and you’ll enjoy fact-finding trips to some of the capital’s most iconic locations as part of the course, from the ExCel Centre to the Olympic Park.
Professional experience
Study work-based projects, learn from guest speakers, visit exciting tourism organisations throughout the capital and build your professional portfolio.
Sonji Issac
Tourism Management BA (Hons)
I had an amazing three years. The support from lecturers is really helpful and encouraging. Classes are generally small so lecturers and seminar leaders are always available and happy to give feedback. I loved the course and got to cover some very interesting topics, many of which have helped me land the job I have today.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fee Loan
You can apply for a loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, which will be paid directly to UEL. There are no up-front fees required. Repayment only starts after you finish your course and are earning over £25,000. If you haven’t finished repaying your loan after 30 years it will be automatically cancelled.
To apply visit gov.uk/student-finance
Maintenance Loan
You can apply for a loan to help with living costs such as food, travel and accommodation. How much you can borrow depends on where you live and study, and whether you are currently on welfare benefits. The maximum loan you can apply for is £12,729.
To apply visit gov.uk/student-finance
Supplementary Grants
The government also offer the following additional support:
- Parents' Learning Allowance
- Adult Dependants' Grant
- Childcare Grant
- Disabled Students’ Allowance
- All nursing and many allied health students on courses from September 2020 will receive a payment of at least £5,000 a year from the government.
For further information visit gov.uk/student-finance or contact Student Finance England.
All students will receive:
Bursaries Schemes for which you can apply
- Care Leaver and Foyer Bursary - up to £1,500
- Progression Bursary - up to £2,000
- Engagement Bursary - up to £2,000
- Hardship Bursary - up to £2,000
- Helena Kennedy Foundation - £1,500
- Going Global – awards range from £300 - £700
Scholarships Schemes for which you can apply
- Vice Chancellor Scholarship - up to £27,750 over three years
- Dean Scholarship - up to £13,500 over three years
- Civic Engagement Scholarship - £1,000
- EU Scholarship (EU Only) - £1,000
- ELSEF Scholarship - £1,000
- UTC Scholarship - £1,500
- Sports Scholarships - up to £6,000
There are a number of external organisations that offer financial help to
students. Please see the list below list to view additional support options.
Alternatively, you can visit the Scholarship Search website.
Please note that the University of East London is not responsible for
the content of these external sites and is not associated in any way
with the funding schemes and their application processes.
The Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) are here to help you navigate your finances while you are a student at the University of East London.
We can give you advice, information and guidance on government and university funds so that you receive your full funding entitlement.
Email: study@uel.ac.uk
Phone: 020 8223 4444
Tuition Fee Loan
You can apply for a loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees, which will be paid directly to UEL. There are no up-front fees required. Repayment only starts after you finish your course and are earning over £25,000. If you haven’t finished repaying your loan after 30 years it will automatically be cancelled.
For information visit gov.uk/student-finance
Please note EU students can only apply for their funding using a paper application form.
To download a form visit www.gov.uk/student-finance-forms
All students will receive:
Bursaries Schemes for which you can apply
- Care Leaver and Foyer Bursary - up to £1,500
- Progression Bursary - up to £2,000
- Engagement Bursary - up to £2,000
- Hardship Bursary - up to £2,000
- Helena Kennedy Foundation - £1,500
- Going Global – awards range from £300 - £700
Scholarships Schemes for which you can apply
- Vice Chancellor Scholarship - up to £27,750 over three years
- Dean Scholarship - up to £13,500 over three years
- Civic Engagement Scholarship - £1,000
- EU Scholarship (EU Only) - £1,000
- ELSEF Scholarship - £1,000
- UTC Scholarship - £1,500
- Sports Scholarships - up to £6,000
There are a number of external organisations that offer financial help to
students. Please see the list below list to view additional support options.
Alternatively, you can visit the Scholarship Search website.
Please note that the University of East London is not responsible for
the content of these external sites and is not associated in any way
with the funding schemes and their application processes.
The Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) are here to help you navigate your finances while you are a student at the University of East London.
We can give you advice, information and guidance on government and university funds so that you receive your full funding entitlement.
Email: study@uel.ac.uk
Phone: 020 8223 4444
At UEL, we understand that studying in another country is a big financial commitment. If you apply early for an undergraduate, you may be entitled to a scholarship of up to £3,000.You can find out more about the international scholarships here.
The Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) also run an Emergency International Fund to assist international students in hardship.
You can contact our SMART team on 02082233333 or study@uel.ac.uk
As part of the Tier 4 student visa requirements, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) estimate that you will need £1,265* per month to cover your living costs. It includes expenses for accommodation, food and drink, travel within London, text books, entertainment, clothing, toiletries and laundry. Most Tier 4 students are required to show they have sufficient funds to cover the first nine months of the course before they start- a total of £11,385- in addition to the tuition fees. You can find more information about the specific requirements of the Tier 4 student visa here. The amount that you will spend can vary depending on your lifestyle. The UKCISA International Student Calculator can help you plan and manage your money. Please make sure you also factor in the fees for the visa application and immigration health surcharge when budgeting.
* Please note the Immigration Rules are subject to change and this figure is likely to be increased by UKVI year on year. Please therefore check our ISA pages for more information at the time of preparing your visa application.
Deposits and paying by instalments
International students are required to pay a deposit prior to being issued a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
Your remaining balance will be paid in five monthly instalments over your first term. The first of these instalments must be paid when completing your enrolment on arrival at UEL. Please follow the payment instructions here.
After the required payment has been made, you will be asked to complete the online International Student Reply Form to confirm your acceptance of our offer and of our terms of admittance and fees policy.
Our International team at UEL are available for advice and guidance on studying in London, fees, scholarships and visa requirements.
Email: international@uel.ac.uk
Entry requirements
- September 2020
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Degree with Foundation Year
64
New UCAS Points
Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3
We will also consider the UEL New Beginnings pre-entry course
Overall IELTS score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking (or recognised equivalent).
If you do not meet the academic English language requirements for your course, you may be eligible to enrol onto a pre-sessional English programme. The length of the course will depend on your current level of English and the requirements for your degree programme. We offer a 5-week and an 11-week pre-sessional course. Find out more here.
Level 2 equivalences such as Level 2 Functional Skills in English / Maths, Level 2 Key Skills in Communication / Application of Number and Level 2 Adult Literacy / Adult Numeracy
Please note that some courses require applicants to meet the entry requirements outlined on the course page. Our pre-entry Information Advice and Guidance Team are able to provide further advice on entry requirements and suitability for study.
What you'll learn
The course covers a wide range of topics that are essential for a career in tourism management, as well as broader themes in business management that will root your understanding of tourism in the wider business environment, helping you to remain flexible in the job market and contribute more to your employer.
Course structure
The first year is focused on building your key skills in tourism management while cementing the basics of good business, such as people management and marketing.
In the second year, you will study core modules that cover different practical aspects of tourism management, including destination marketing, strategic management and finance. You will also have the chance to choose from a number of optional modules that allow you to focus on themes such as e-business, social media or events. You will also have the option of undertaking a work-based project that takes the form of a real internship at an organisation in the tourism industry.
The third year is the overseas placement year for International Tourism students or the final year for those taking the core BA programme. In this year you will focus on an individual Research Project, Consultancy Project or Enterprise Project (for Tourism Entrepreneur students), giving you the chance to apply your skills to a practical project of your choice. You will also study core modules covering innovation and enterprise, sustainable tourism, sports and event tourism, and anthropology with further optional modules to choose from.
What you'll study and when
We consistently review our courses to ensure we are up-to-date with industry changes and requirements from our graduates. As a result, our modules are subject to change.
- Personal Skills for Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth) (Core)
- The Business Environment for Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Core)
- Introduction to People Organisations and Management (Core)
- Understanding Hospitality, Event and Tourism Experiences (Core)
- Service and Experience Marketing (Core)
- Tourism and Hospitality: Concepts and Approaches (Core)
- Tourism, Globalisation and Business Strategy (Core)
- Finance for Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Core)
- Leadership in Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Core)
- Professional Practice in Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth) (Core)
- Destination Marketing (Core)
- Professional Development in Practice - Internship (Optional)
- Food and Beverage Management (Optional)
- Celebration, Ritual and Culture in the Events Industry (Optional)
- Hospitality Management and Service Delivery (Optional)
This course offers the opportunity of year-long placement between years two and three. If you choose to take this option, you’ll spend your third year on a placement with a relevant company or organisation, adding valuable practical experience to your growing academic knowledge.
The extra placement year means it will take four years to complete your studies, instead of three.
- Sustainable Tourism Planning and Destination Management (Core)
- Sport and Event Tourism (Core)
- Culture, Heritage and the Tourist Landscape (Core)
- Research Project (Core)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Experience Economy (Tourism, Hospitality & Events Industries) (Core)
- Exploring Professional Practice in Hospitality, Events and Tourism (Mental Wealth) (Core)
How you'll be assessed
Assessment will be based on practical and vocational skills as well theoretical knowledge. As a result you will be assessed through a variety of methods, ensuring different aspects of your skill set are acknowledged and rewarded – these methods include; coursework, essays, examinations, industry-related practice, presentations, project work, practical reports, portfolio development and group work.
The variety of assessment techniques also ensures you are exposed to different ways of working that will be useful in your future career; keeping a portfolio and working on projects are natural ways of working in industry that will be encouraged during your studies.
Course Specification Foundation Year SpecificationHow you'll learn
We
pride ourselves on giving students a fantastic experience and great support
from day one. We’re an inclusive university with a close-knit community of
students and our teaching reflects that. Teaching is delivered through a
diverse range of methods, not only to develop your different skills but also to
enrich the learning experience. As well as traditional seminars and lectures,
you’ll have the chance to go on field trips across London, learn from guest
speakers and gain useful, practical experience.
Studying
and working in tourism management is an exciting opportunity, giving you the
chance to travel, be creative and provide a memorable service to people from
all over the world. The course gives you lots of hands-on training to ensure your
student experience is as enjoyable as working in the industry can be.
When you begin this course you’ll join a cosmopolitan community of students in small classes to learn the fundamentals of the subject through a mixture of lectures, seminars and workshops. In addition to formal teaching time, you’ll be expected to put in independent study to enhance your learning, supported by our online digital materials, handbooks, notes and other resources.
London
is one of the greatest tourism and culture hotspots in the world and we have
connections with many major organisations in the industry across the capital. We’re
privileged to share the region with major players including:
The Excel Centre – London’s major events and conference venue
The O2 Arena
The Olympic Park
Westfield Stratford
Stratford Circus
Our
students also have access to many of the thousands of recognisable names
throughout the capital and our links with industry stretch across the world. When you’re not observing professionals in action, we’ll be bringing them to you with a programme of regular guest speakers who will keep you informed and inspire you for the career that lies ahead of you.
Who will teach on this course
The teaching team includes qualified academics, practitioners and industry experts as guest speakers. Full details of the academics will be provided in the student handbook and module guides.
Your future career
The
tourism industry employs approximately 3 million people in the UK, with a huge
variety of roles on offer – studying tourism management at UEL will prepare you
for careers in airlines and cruise liners, hotels and hostels, tour operators,
travel agents and more.
The
service sector is also the largest sector in the world’s economy and short of
good quality managers – exactly the skills gap that this course is designed to
fill The course will give you the skills and experience you need to work in a
wide range of tourism-related roles, while giving you the industry contacts and
guidance that will help you make the first step into a rewarding career.
Whichever
path you take, this accredited course will thoroughly prepare you for a
challenging role in a competitive industry.
We place emphasis on a vocational approach to teaching, allowing you to
develop a wide range of employability skills through experience and training. We
also have a superb employability team that works with students to find
placements, projects, graduate schemes and full-time employment, combining
careers advice with practical training in interview technique and CV writing.
Explore the different career options you can pursue with this degree and see the median salaries of the sector on our Career Coach portal
