Tourism Management BA (Hons)
University of the West of Scotland
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Tourism Management BA (Hons) at University of the West of Scotland for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Tourism, Transport and Travel
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Tourism, Transport and Travel 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 | £21500 | £19000 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £24000 | £15500 - £22500 | £18000 - £26000 |
All Tourism, Transport and Travel courses of University of the West of Scotland
Salary of all UK Graduates of Tourism, Transport and Travel
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22910 | £20830 | £24369 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19839 - £26189 | £16042 - £26488 | £18552 - £31827 |
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Course Description
OVERVIEW
The BA Tourism Management is a top-up degree for those with a HND in a tourism-related subject and is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in one of the most exciting global industries.
You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of national and international tourism management theory and strategies. You can tailor your degree to focus on areas that are related to your future career aspirations.
Guest speakers and engagement with partners from organisations including VisitScotland and People Make Glasgow help inform course content and support career progression.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to help to shape the future of tourism. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of national and international tourism management, from theory and strategy to operational issues. You can tailor your degree to focus on areas that are related to your future career aspirations.
- ADVANCED ENTRY OPTIONS
Direct entry to Year 3 (with an appropriate HND) is the only entry point in this degree.
- CAREER PROSPECTS
Jobs
UWS’s BA Tourism Management programme has been developed in partnership with some of the UK’s top employers – meaning you’ll learn the skills and knowledge they’re looking for in graduates.
BA Tourism Management programmes have gone on to secure positions in hotels, venues, conference and convention facilities, visitor attractions as well as tourism marketing and research roles.
Further Study
Some graduates choose further study in Tourism/Events or general management, leading to a Master of Science (MSc), Master of Business Administration (MBA) etc.
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.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Tourism Management BA (Hons) at University of the West of Scotland
| 35% | Customer service occupations |
| 25% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Tourism, Transport and Travel
All Tourism, Transport and Travel courses of University of the West of Scotland
Qualification requirements
HND Legal Services: AAA in Graded Units. Other relevant HND qualifications will be considered on an individual basis; please contact us for advice.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 60 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 |
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| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 |
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| Trinity ISE | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
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| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Tourism Management BA (Hons)
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16000 | year 1 |
| International | £16000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
- TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
- ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The cost of attending university is an investment in your future career.
In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
Check the course entry on our website for more more information
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 3
- year 4
University Rankings
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About University of the West of Scotland
Located in the Scottish town of Paisley, we find the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This institution also owns and operates three other secondary campuses in Ayr, Blantyre and Dumfries. Paisley campus is attended by a medium-sized student population of roughly 10,000 and provides the opportunity to study a selection of programmes related to Nursing, Engineering, Social Sciences, Business, and Computing.
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