BSc Tourism Studies

The BSc Tourism Studies course at Canterbury Christ Church University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the tourism industry, including its historical, social, cultural, and economic contexts. Students will learn about the different types of tourism, such as mass tourism, ecotourism, and cultural tourism, and how they impact local communities and environments. The course will also cover topics such as tourism marketing, management, and policy-making, as well as the role of technology in the tourism industry. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in tourism studies and be prepared for careers in the industry.

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The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and field trips. Students will also have the opportunity to engage in practical projects and research, such as conducting visitor surveys or creating tourism marketing campaigns. The course is designed to be flexible, allowing students to specialize in specific areas of interest, such as sustainable tourism or tourism policy.

Discover the Heart of Tourism at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is an excellent choice for studying tourism due to its strong reputation for academic excellence and its location in the historic city of Canterbury. The university has a dedicated Tourism Studies department, which provides students with access to expert faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Additionally, the university's close proximity to London and other major tourist destinations offers students unique opportunities for practical learning and networking.

Youll gain specialist knowledge from experienced staff who are passionate about their teaching and discover themes including dark tourism, film tourism, and sustainability. Lectures and seminars are supported by a wealth of industry speakers and site visits. You will also have the chance to go on field trips abroad in years one and two, the costs of which are already included in your fees. You will be offered work experience/internships and can take advantage of our exciting Tourism and Events Research Hub, which has a reputation for winning successful research grants. Extra opportunities You can apply to do a semester or a year in one of our European Partner Universities (for example in Malta, Iceland, Belgium, or Spain). You can also apply to study for a year in North America or Canada (for example at the University of Western Florida).

A typical offer would be 88-112 UCAS Tariff points.