International Hospitality and Tourism Management BA (Hons)

University of Gloucestershire

Why International Hospitality and Tourism Management?

Our International Hospitality and Tourism Management degree prepares you for a successful career as a manager in the global hospitality and tourism sectors. You’ll learn how to develop and manage outstanding customer experiences from industry-experienced staff. With the opportunity for field trips to tourist hot-spots including Gloucester Cathedral and Cheltenham Racecourse, as well as work placements with organisations such as Cosmos Holidays and Gullivers Sports Travel, our graduates stand out from the competition. You could even spend time overseas on international placements, for example at Sea Pines Resorts or Marriott Hotels in the USA (additional costs may apply, see course web page for details).

The course benefits from accreditation with the Institute of Hospitality and our membership of the Association for Events Management Education. Students can learn from hospitality and tourism practitioners in guest lectures and undertake extra accredited training in areas such as wine and spirits, first aid and health and safety. They can also take advantage of our on-campus business hub, The Growth Hub, to connect to leading business experts, undertake work shadowing and work on live business briefs.

Why University of Gloucestershire?

At University of Gloucestershire, we’ve been encouraging students to meet every ambition since 1847. Join us and you’ll benefit from our three UoG promises:

1. UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching (eligibility conditions apply). 2. UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at. 3. UoG Connections Promise – whilst at UoG, you’ll find the connections to reach your goals. With over 4,000 placements and more than 60 clubs and societies to join, you’ll make connections for life. Our ambition is boundless. Experienced lecturers promote a real-world ethos and treat our students as more than just a number. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study. Students never tire of finding inspiration here in the unique county of Gloucestershire – innovation and bravery thrive here. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer the best of city and country living, with the rolling hills of the Cotswolds paired with vibrant nightclubs and stunning parks in the bustling town and city centres.

After the course

Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 96% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course. Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2023 and based on 2020/21 leavers.

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Accredited by the Institute of Hospitality that academic, vocational and professional standards achieved are appropriate and programme content and delivery meet international Institute of Hospitality benchmark standards.