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BSc (Hons)

Business and Tourism Management with Foundation Year

Flexible degree with built-in Foundation.
  • Foundation Year – Build strong fundamentals in business, management, and the global tourism industry
  • Industry-aligned – Develop practical skills in hospitality, tourism operations, marketing, and management
  • Flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
  • City-centre campuses – London, Luton, Leicester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford, Leeds
  • Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.
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KEY INFORMATION

Level Of Study

Undergraduate

Duration

3/4 Years

Intakes

October, January, May

Locations

London, Luton, Leicester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford, Leeds

Study Mode

Blended Learning (1 day online & 1 day in class)

Entry Requirements

Apply without Previous Qualifications

*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.

Modules
Career Progression

Modules Include :

Foundation Year:

  • Academic Skills for Higher Education (0 credits)
  • Business and Ethical Awareness in the Tourism Workplace (0 credits)
  • Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills (0 credits)
  • Introduction to the Tourism Industry (0 credits)
  • Understanding the Tourist (0 credits)
  • Foundation Year Project (0 credits)

Year 1:

  • Business Environment (20 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Business Finance (20 credits)
  • Organisational Behaviour (20 credits)
  • Tourism and Society (20 credits)
  • Tourism Marketing Principles (20 credits)
  • Tourism Product Management and Industry Analysis (20 credits)

Year 2:

  • Entrepreneurship in Tourism (20 credits)
  • Human Resource Management (20 credits)
  • introduction to Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Principles of Operations Management (20 credits)
  • Tourism Contemporary Issues (20 credits)
  • Tourism Impacts and Sustainable
  • Development (20 credits)

Year 3:

  • Destination Management (20 credits)
  • Global Strategic Management (20 credits)
  • Leadership and Change (20 credits)
  • Research Methods 2 (20 credits)
  • Dissertation (40 credits)
With the BSc in Business and Tourism Management you are able to delve into the vast opportunities within the sector. This qualification allows you to travel around the world and work within a lively and fast paced industry where every day is different. Upon completion of the course, potential jobs include:
  • Director of Tourism
  • Hotel General Manager
  • Destination Marketing Director
  • Head of Events / Events Director
  • Business Development Director (Tourism & Leisure)
  • Tourism Strategy Consultant
  • Regional Hospitality Director
  • Luxury Travel Experience Manager
  • Cruise Line Executive
  • Travel & Tourism Entrepreneur

Build in-demand Business and Tourism Management skills employers need

Develop highly sought-after Business and Tourism Management skills that employers value across global industries. Gain practical expertise in management, operations, marketing, and customer-focused service. This programme equips you with real-world business insight and strategic thinking, preparing you to succeed in dynamic tourism, hospitality, and corporate environments.
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Why Choose a Career in Business and Tourism Management?

A career in Business and Tourism Management offers exciting opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing industries. It combines leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking, allowing you to work across international business, hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors. This field opens doors to diverse career paths, global mobility, and long-term growth. With transferable management and business skills, graduates are well-prepared for roles in tourism enterprises, multinational companies, and entrepreneurial ventures worldwide.
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Why study a Business and Tourism Management degree with a foundation year?

The foundation year has been designed for students who have decided to start a career or need extra support settling back into education.

Learn flexibly with our three blended learning options delivered at our London, Luton, Leicester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford and Leeds campuses, helping you to balance studies with work and life commitments.

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Choose when you learn with blended learning

Blended learning is a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, designed to help you balance your studies with work, family, or other responsibilities. We offer timetables for you to choose from in either London, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds

Daytime students

2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online

Evening and weekend students

2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.

Weekend students

Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday

Frequently Asked Questions

A BSc Business and Tourism Management degree in the UK can lead to careers as a Tourism Manager, Destination Manager, Hotel Manager, Travel Consultant, Event Manager, Business Development Executive, or Hospitality Manager. Graduates often work with tourism boards, hotels, airlines, cruise companies, event agencies, and international travel organisations.

Yes — a business and tourism management degree is worth it if you want a career in the global travel, tourism, and hospitality industry. The degree combines business skills with tourism expertise, making graduates highly employable in both sectors in the UK and internationally.

The average tourism management graduate salary in the UK starts around £22,000 to £28,000. With experience, roles such as Tourism Development Manager, Events Director, or Hotel General Manager can earn £35,000 to £60,000+, with senior international tourism positions offering higher salaries.

Yes — many UK universities offer a business and tourism management degree with a foundation year, designed for students who do not have A-levels or previous qualifications. This entry route provides the academic and business skills needed to succeed in the degree.

After completing a BSc Business and Tourism Management, you can work in travel agencies, hotel management, event planning, destination marketing, international tourism boards, and hospitality businesses. Many graduates also choose to launch their own travel, events, or hospitality businesses or continue with postgraduate study such as an MBA.

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