Tourism Management (BA)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
About this program
Tourism Management (BA)
The program has a longstanding industry reputation with nearly 30 years experience offering tourism-related programs and industry placements.
Student’s learning will focus from the outset on developing their professional skills, management understanding and academic knowledge in order to prepare them for a successful career in the Tourism Industry. This will include studying in-depth topics relating to Guest Service Excellence, Marketing and Social Media, Ethics and Sustainability, Heritage and Attraction Management.
The students benefit from a close relationship with alumni, many of whom have highly successful careers in the industry & regularly return to network & share their experiences with current students. This is supported by close industry links including the opportunity to regularly undertake field study trips, behind the scenes industry visits and networking opportunities within the tourism industry in Wales and internationally.
During their studies, students all take part in integral paid placements within the tourism industry in Wales, the UK or overseas. This provides an important opportunity to apply theory to workplace issues and strategically discuss solutions for work-based problems in the lecture theatre, as well as professionally preparing students for their future careers.
Admission requirements
88 UCAS points (BA)
Grades are important however offers are not based solely on academic results. We are interested in creative and dedicated people who demonstrate a strong commitment to International Travel & Tourism as well as those with significant relevant work experience. To assess the suitability of a potential student we. May arrange interviews for you to share with us your skills, achievement and life experiences.
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Level 6 (Award - BA)
- Dissertation or Consultancy Project
- Heritage and Leisure Attraction Management
- Sustainable and Ethical Tourism
- Strategic Tourism Management
- If studying Dissertation 1 option if studying Consultancy Project 2 Options
- Global Destinations and Resorts Management
- Global Sports Events Management (Tourism)
- Heritage and Leisure Attraction Management
- International Meetings, Incentives and Convention Management
- International Tourism Festivals and Events Management
- The Global Student Conference (International Field Study Trip to Qatar, Malaysia and Singapore)
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tuition fees for 2021/2022: £13,500
Career paths
Future career pathways may include
Tourism Management - Attractions, Heritage, Hotels, Events, Conventions, Festivals, Tourist Boards
Previous examples of graduate careers include a range of management positions with British Tourism Authority, London Eye, Mary Rose Trust, Merlin Entertainment, Oakwood Park, PGL Activity Holidays, Raithwaite Hall Estate, Science Museum, St Brides Spa Hotel, Retreats Group, Rockley Watersports UK, Visit Wales.
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University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UWTSD is the oldest University in Wales and was founded in 1822. It has campuses in rural and city locations in the UK. The University’s main campuses are situated in various locations in and around Swansea’s city centre as well...
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