International Tourism Management MSc (PGCert PGDip)

at University of Brighton

Course structure
 

For graduates of any subject with or without work experience. Delivered through a variety of lectures, workshops, tutorials, case studies and field trips there is an emphasis on interactive learning. You will also have the opportunity to take a year’s paid work placement to help prepare you for a career in the global tourism sector.  
 

Full-time students usually attend workshops two days per week, while part-time students usually only attend them once per week. Some modules may be delivered intensively over several consecutive days. 
 

At the end of the course, you have a choice between a final year project or a work experience-based report. These are completed after teaching finishes in the summer.  
 

For international students, the MSc also offers an extended masters route with English language study for between two and sixth months before the course begins. 
 

Modules

• Globalisation, Society and Culture
• Marketing for Tourism, Hospitality and Events
• Critical Perspectives in Tourism Management
• Destination Management and Planning
• Sustainable Strategic Management
• Research Methods for Masters Degrees
• Final Project or Work Placement Project
   

One from:

• Managing Talent Performance and Reward
• Entrepreneurship and New Venture Planning
• Consultancy
• Visual Culture: Travel, tourism and leisure
• Contemporary Issues in Cruise Management

Degree and  experience

Honours degree in any subject normally with a minimum 2:2 or equivalent from a UK ENIC-recognised institution, or an HND equivalent plus at least 5 years of relevant work experience. Other applicants with extensive industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.
 

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. 

International (full-time) - 13,842 GBP

The global travel and tourism industry is one of the world’s largest economic sectors. With an ever-increasing number of destinations worldwide opening up to and investing in tourism, our International Tourism Management MSc will boost your career and prepare you a wide range of roles in this international tourism. 
 

Our graduates work for some of the world's largest tourism and travel companies in sales, marketing, human resources and finance. Many hold senior management positions in private and public sector organisations, such as tour operators, cruise lines, international hotel and restaurant chains, destination management and marketing organisations, and transportation providers. 
 

Those with entrepreneurial skills run their own enterprises, whilst others work as freelance consultants in a wide range of service industries.  A substantial number of graduates embark on PhDs before starting their career in academia. 
 

Studying at a masters level will also develop transferable skills in research, problem solving, creativity, decision making and leadership, enabling you to stand out in this fast-paced sector.  
 

Whether you are thinking of starting a career in tourism management or are already working in the sector, the University of Brighton’s International Tourism Management MSc will enable you to begin a successful and rewarding future.