N83F International Tourism Management with Foundation Year BA (Hons) 5 years   

Skills and experience gained This course links theory to practice, and focuses on global issues such as the development and management of sustainable tourism. You will have the opportunity to study some of the most pressing issues in international tourism management, including the impact of new technology on travel, tourism and mobility, the environmental, economic and social impacts of tourism. Stage two includes field trips to tourist destinations or attractions, and an opportunity to specialise in visitor attractions, air transport, sport tourism or events management. The stage-three work placement is an ideal time to discover the career paths open to you. Your placement may take you to countries across the world, and companies such as tour operators, destination management companies, airlines and major hotel chains. Stage four offers you the chance to focus on the strategic management of tourism-related business. Company visits and guest speakers from the industry will reinforce your learning. After the course This course can result in the opportunity to follow a number of careers in the international tourism industry to suit your particular interest, for example, working for airlines, the hospitality industry, and business and conference organisation. In your third year, you will undertake a sandwich year providing you with opportunities to apply academic knowledge to practice, learn new skills, and develop your professional networks.