Bournemouth University
International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) BA (Hons)
Bournemouth University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) BA (Hons) and other courses in Anthropology at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Anthropology.

Overall student satisfaction
77 /100
25 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in CAH15

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Anthropology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £26000 £19500 £24000
25-75 percentile range £23000 - £30000 £16500 - £23000 £19000 - £27500


Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH15

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23516 £21086 £25186
25-75 percentile range £20611 - £27195 £15914 - £26736 £19208 - £32667

Course Description

Why study BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) at BU?

  • We are in the top 20 universities in the world for hospitality and leisure management (QS University Rankings 2023)
  • Gain a better understanding of hospitality and tourism management, as well as developing your ability to evaluate, analyse and to apply your knowledge in innovative ways
  • Taught by highly respected hospitality specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures
  • The core of the course focuses on strategic management subjects taught in the context of hospitality and tourism and on research methods
  • Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations
  • Being a popular seaside resort with many tourism and hospitality businesses and opportunities, Bournemouth is a perfect location to study tourism.

This course is specifically designed for students with appropriate existing qualifications (such as an HND or Foundation degree) in Hospitality, Tourism or allied subjects to continue their studies to degree level.

Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), working in partnership with University Archaeology UK (UAUK), recognises academic programmes which provide students with appropriate workplace skills relevant to both a career in the historic environment and CIfA membership at Practitioner grade.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University

20% Finance Professionals
20% Administrative occupations
15% Elementary occupations
15% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Sales occupations
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Information Technology Professionals
5% Customer service occupations

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

This course requires a Foundation Degree with 60% or above in a required subject or HND with Merit or above in a required subject. Required subjects: Hospitality, Tourism, Travel & Tourism, Business & Management We also accept a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in a relevant subject area.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in a relevant subject area and is recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, you can request a deferral by contacting our Admissions Team. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please contact our Future Students Enquiry Team for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up) BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £17800 year 1
International £17800 year 1

Additional fee information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.

Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.

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About Bournemouth University

Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.

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Student composition of Bournemouth University

undergraduates:
12520
postgraduates:
2740
Total:
15260
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