Shape your future as a global tourism and hospitality leader with our BA International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Our International Tourism and Hospitality Management degree is designed to unlock the potential of remarkable future leaders and exciting opportunities in the global tourism and hospitality industries. Based on the principles of the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs), and in partnership with ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents), and the Institute of Hospitality, the world’s leading, award-winning professional membership body for hospitality professionals.
This programme will equip students with not only skills linked with tourism and hospitality industries and management practices, but also mindsets to become active advocates for positive social changes and responsible citizens who create a vision for a more sustainable and accessible future. A special feature of this programme are the hands-on experiences. These include the chance to take part in simulations, an internship, industry-facing learning experiences and a international study tour. You will also have the opportunity to study a second language.
This degree will set graduates on course to a variety of careers in the areas of tourism or hospitality management such as: tourism product development manager, food and beverage manager, cruise director, hotel and resort manager, destination marketing and sales, aviation and airport manager, tourism policy, and tour operator businesses. Graduates can also launch their own tourism and hospitality enterprises.
We welcome applications from students wishing to transfer into year 2 or 3 with prior degree level study from another institution.
Please note that the information on this page is for the full-time 3-year course and any accreditation(s) listed will only be available for eligible students completing the full course. The modules available for transfer students will depend on an individual’s previous study.
Find out more on our Transfer students information page.
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This course is being refreshed for 2027/8 building-in employability, real-world problem solving skills, and wellbeing initiatives for a future-focused learning experience. Modules shown are indicative topics and will be updated in Spring 2027.
We are an experienced team of academic experts and industry professionals who are research-active and widely published. Our team consists of experts with international industry backgrounds and educational experiences. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by our research and consultancy work.
We are offering virtual events so you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you.
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We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements, such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.
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Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.
Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your dedicated Academic Tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.
Students consistently highlight the quality of teaching and support at Greenwich Business School. In NSS 2026, students rated teaching clarity at 96.4%, reflecting our commitment to making learning engaging, practical and accessible.
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Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.
You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.
Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.
In addition, during the week, you can also:
You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.
Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
Further costs may include (but are not limited to):
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
This degree offers the chance to undertake a placement year - this work placement is optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university. Previous hospitality and tourism students have secured their placement year with organisations such as Novotel London Bridge, The Dorchester, The Park Tower Knightsbridge, The Connaught Hotel Limited, Royal Berkshire Hotel, Jumeirah, Lainston House, The Peninsula London, and others.
Sandwich placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. A sandwich year is taken between the second and third years of study.
Sandwich placements are usually paid at competitive rates for entry level roles in your chosen industry. The Employability Service will only promote paid opportunities to you.
This degree will set graduates on course to a variety of careers in the areas of tourism or hospitality management such as: tourism product development manager, food and beverage manager, cruise director, hotel and resort manager, destination marketing and sales, aviation and airport manager, tourism policy, and tour operator businesses. Graduates can also launch their own tourism and hospitality enterprises.
The University’s Employability Team may advertise internship opportunities which are made available to the University and which the team feel are appropriate for University of Greenwich students. Internships are usually shorter opportunities ranging from 5 working days to 6 months and may be part-time or full-time. Depending on the nature and duration of the internship it may be something that can be done alongside study or it may be something that can only be done over the summer. If your internship is eligible, you can receive a Certificate of Industrial Studies.
Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at: https://www.gre.ac.uk/careers
Living in halls of residence is a great way to make new friends and get into the social side of university life. With four great locations, all minutes away from the campus and the centre of historic Greenwich , you will be at the heart of one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK.
Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym and 24-hour security - and just a 10-minute train journey to central London. Students based at our Greenwich campus can also choose to live the Student Village at Avery Hill, which is only a short ride on our free shuttle bus.
Access study skills support through your academic tutor, our subject librarians and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
We also offer a range of activities to support you throughout your studies, which include several workshops that support our students and provide useful information.
All students will also be assigned an academic tutor as the first point of contact for any academic queries.
At Greenwich Business School, you can access comprehensive support through our dedicated teams. The GBS Student Support team handles course-related matters via the Digital Student Centre.
Our Faculty Student Advisors (FSAs) provide pastoral and welfare support to first-year students.
Interested in starting your own business? Our Generator Team helps students start and grow businesses. The Generator also runs the Enterprise Challenge and #GreHacks competition annually.
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