BA(Hons) Sustainable Tourism Management

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable tourism management, including the environmental, social, and economic impacts of the industry. Students will learn how to develop and implement sustainable tourism strategies, as well as how to measure and evaluate their effectiveness. The course also covers topics such as destination management, cultural heritage tourism, and the role of technology in sustainable tourism. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to work in a variety of roles within the tourism industry, including hotel management, tour operator management, and sustainability consulting.

Additional Information

This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in sustainable tourism management. It is ideal for those with a passion for the environment and sustainability, as well as those who want to make a positive impact on the tourism industry. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical exercises, and includes a variety of assessment methods such as essays, presentations, and group projects.

Falmouth University: A Leader in Sustainable Tourism Management Education

Falmouth University is a leading institution for sustainable tourism management education. The university has a strong reputation for its research and teaching in the field, and is located in a beautiful coastal location that provides ample opportunities for hands-on learning. The university's close proximity to the sea also offers students the chance to learn about the impact of tourism on marine environments and coastal communities.

Combining the expertise of our Cornwall Business School with the ideas of the pioneering Eden Project, this degree offers a unique approach to tourism practice with sustainability at its core. In this course, you’ll explore the future of sustainable tourism management with a focus on understanding and managing tourism's economic, social and environmental impacts.  

Through real-world projects, you’ll learn how to balance the needs of a business with the requirements of sustainable practice, minimising the sector’s impact on delicate environmental and social ecosystems while also developing successful commercial and marketing strategies. 

You will:

• Have the chance to work on a live project at an international tourism destination, with your travel and accommodation expenses (up to a value of £400) funded as part of the course

• Study on a system that both A Greener Festival and Attitude accredit is Everything

• Develop a sustainable approach to management in the globally expanding tourism industry

• Explore the moral and political pressures of tourism and how to manage them sustainably

All applications are considered on their merit, and we welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, the arts or humanities.

Course route Entry requirements
BA/BSc(Hons) three year degree 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

BA/BSc(Hons) with
placement year 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points  

UCAS Tariff points will primarily be from Level 3 qualifications such as but not limited to A-levels, T Levels, a BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma.

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.