BA (Hons) International Tourism Management with a Language (French Spanish)

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic and exciting world of international tourism management. You will learn about the global tourism industry, including the cultural, economic, social, and political factors that shape it. Additionally, you will develop your language skills in French or Spanish, which will enable you to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues from around the world. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, you will gain a deep understanding of tourism management principles and practices, including marketing, operations, and sustainability. By the end of the course, you will be well-prepared to embark on a successful career in international tourism management.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in international tourism management, but may not have prior experience or knowledge in the field. The language component of the course will provide you with a valuable skill that will be highly valued by potential employers. Additionally, the University of Chester has strong industry connections, which will provide you with opportunities for internships and other work-based learning experiences.

Discover the ideal blend of theory and practice in international tourism management at the University of Chester.

The University of Chester is an ideal choice for students pursuing a degree in international tourism management due to its excellent reputation for teaching and research in the field. The university has a long history of providing high-quality education, and its location in Cheshire, England, provides easy access to some of the UK's most popular tourist destinations. Furthermore, the university's strong industry connections will provide you with valuable opportunities for work-based learning experiences.

This degree course is accredited by the Tourism Management Institute. You can be confident you’ll have a great experience in a program valued by professionals and the industry.

Chester is one of the UK’s leading historic tourism destinations. It is an ideal place to explore tourism marketing, development, and management ideas that can be applied across the globe. Our business campus in the heart of the city is both state-of-the-art and welcoming. This is a special and unique place that will enable you to flourish and grow from an undergraduate student to a confident tourism professional.

Tourism is a fast-paced, competitive industry. You will develop much more than tourism knowledge. Your future employers are seeking important skills that we develop with you. You will leave with valuable experiences that will give you an edge at interviews and in the workplace. Furthermore, you will have the additional advantage of your ability to communicate in a widely spoken language.

Work on globally important sustainable tourism projects, join our Tourism Society, get involved in opportunities like hosting the national TMI conference, and take up a tourism industry placement.

Typical Entry:

112

UCAS points

GCE A Level:

112 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BCC/BBC (including French for the degree with French)

BTEC:

BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM

BTEC Diploma: D*D*

T Level:

T Level at Merit accepted for the degree with Spanish

Irish/Scottish Highers:

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (including H3 in French for the degree with French)

Scottish Highers - BBBB (including French for the degree with French)

International Baccalaureate:

26 points

Access requirements:

Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit

OCR:

OCR National Extended Diploma Merit 2

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D*

Extra Information / General Entry Requirements:

The Advanced Diploma is acceptable on its own.

Please note: A BTEC National Award, OCR National Certificate or the Welsh Baccalaureate (core) will be recognized in our tariff offer.

A Level of French or equivalent is required for French. For Spanish, a previous study in a Modern Language is not required, however for those students who are studying Spanish at A Level, the option for to study the language module post-A Level will be available.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.