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International Tourism Management with German BA (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Sheffield ()
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Duration
Flexible
Get a head start in the international tourism industry and spend 18 months studying and working in Germany.
Develop critical insight into the theory and practice of international tourism management.
Become proficient in the German language.
Spend a semester at a German university and an eleven month work placement in a German-speaking country. Develop critical insight into a range of topics related to the theory and practice of international tourism management. Expand your German language skills to become a bilingual professional.
Through 18 months of work and study placements, you gain transferable intercultural competencies and the global skillset employers are looking for.
About this course
Gain an excellent understanding of German culture, society and economic context.
You will have the opportunity to applyfor placements with international companies such as Casamundo in Hamburg and Steigenberg Hotels AG in Frankfurt.Live projectsSome modules will enable you to participate in stimulating projects in collaboration with companies or experienced professionals from a variety of sectors.
This will be another exciting way to gain professional skills and enhance your employability prospects.
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For post A level language study, you must have an A level in German or AS level at grade C in German. For beginner level you need GCSE grade B or 5 in any foreign language, or equivalent. For example:BBC at A Level including A level German A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies, and must include an acceptable foreign language qualification.
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Subjects
- Teaching
- German Language
- German Speaking
- Strategic Management
- Business Environment
- Cultural Awareness
- International Tourism Management
- Marketing
- International
- University
- Project
- Planning
- Tourism
- Industry
- International Business
- Tourism Industry
Course programme
This course employs a variety of innovative learning and teaching methods within the vibrant, dynamic setting of Sheffield Business School, an internationally-recognised centre of teaching excellence which attracts students and academics from all over the world.
You learn through
- a semester of overseas study in one of our German partner universities
- an 11-month placement year abroad
- lectures and seminars, with guest speakers
- courses taught in the target language
- independent study
- presentations and group work
- a variety of innovative teaching methods
- state-of-the-art facilities at Sheffield Business School
Applied learning
Work placements
As part of your course you will spend 11 months on a work placement in a relevant organisation based in Germany. Your placement is a great opportunity to gain valuable international tourism experience. It helps you develop your skills and German language ability and significantly enhances your employability.
Networking opportunities
We are proud of our links with our alumni and you will have numerous opportunities to network with them.
International Tourism Management with German BA (Hons)