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Tourism Management (with Foundation Year option), BA (Hons), Bournemouth University (BU)

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BA (Hons)Full-time4 - 5 yearsSeptemberGBP 9535 per yearGBP 18700 per year

About Tourism Management (with Foundation Year option), BA (Hons) - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study BA (Hons) Tourism Management at BU?

  • Bournemouth University is second in the UK for hospitality and tourism management according to the Shanghai Rankings of Academic Subjects 2024
  • One of the first courses to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you the skills and knowledge of the tourism sector
  • With an international focus, you'll study tourism management in a wide range of global contexts, as well as drawing on case studies and examples from around the globe
  • Taught by industry specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures
  • Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations
  • Build your network of professional contacts, enhance your CV and employability during the 30-week work placement that can be taken anywhere in the world
  • You can study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world

Course accreditations

The accreditation bodies on our BA (Hons) Tourism Management course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School Experience: 

  • Recognition as an Institute of Travel & Tourism Centre of Excellence signifies BU as an industry-leading university.
  • Accreditation by the Tourism Management Institute ensures this course meets standards aligned to the needs of the tourism sector, enhancing future employment prospects when you graduate.
  • Being recognised as a United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO.TedQual) course provides opportunities for you to participate in tourism policy events of the highest-level, as well as obtaining placements in the most prestigious tourism organisations globally.
  • Accreditation by the leading hospitality professional body, the Institute of Hospitality, offers numerous benefits to you such as free membership and access to the mentoring scheme.

Unit acreditation: 

  • Successful completion of the accredited unit will allow you to acquire the IDM Certificate in Digital and Data-Driven Marketing, from the Institute of Data & Marketing (IDM).

Notes about fees for this course

September 2025 and September 2026 entry

  • Foundation Year: £5,760 (UK, ROI & CI) £18,700 (Int'l)
  • Placement Year: £1,850
  • £9,535 per year for UK, ROI & CI
  • £18,700 per year for Int

For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding

Entry requirements

For September 2025 and September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T Levels: Merit (120 UCAS tariff points). 

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2025 and September 2026 entry:

  • China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course 
  • France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option) 
  • Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course 
  • India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70% 
  • Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course 
  • Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise BitirmeDiplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70% 

Required subjects: all subjects considered.

If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Foundation Year Entry Requirements for September 2025 and September 2026 entry: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.

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