* Home fees
The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed as £9,790 per year.
Tourism Management, BA Hons
Join our Tourism Management degree in Year 3 as a direct entrant
This direct entry tourism management degree is targeted at those with prior university study in this area who are looking to use the modules this course offers to build on their previous study.
The course is designed to meet the demands of an industry which is flourishing. Tourism is one of the fastest-growing business sectors in the world, and the UK alone employs around 2.6 million people in the industry.
On the course you'll explore areas such as innovation and business planning, tourism and international development and tourism and public policy.
Popular areas for careers in tourism management include tourism marketing, destination management and tourism policy, and tour operator businesses. Graduates can also launch their own tourism enterprises.
Looking to transfer from another university?
We welcome applications from students wishing to transfer into year 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.
UCAS points
72 (full requirements below)
Course/institution codes
N8N2 G BA/TM
We received Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. This recognises our outstanding performance in student experience and outcomes.
School
Location
Duration
1 year full-time
Start month
September
Home* /international fees 2026/27
£9,790 /£17,975
What you should know about this course
What you will study
IMPORTANT: Please note, this programme is recruiting ONLY for Year 3 full-time entry (i.e. only taking 'Direct Entry' students). As such, please disregard ALL years - other than Year 3 of the full-time structure - set out below as these relate to no-longer-offered entry points to this degree. Please also disregard all modes OTHER than full-time as they are not available.
About the course team
We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.
Come and meet us
We are offering virtual events so you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you.
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To find out more about our Open Days and Campus Tours or if you need any assistance, please email opendays@gre.ac.uk.
Clearing entry requirements
Typical UCAS points for Clearing entry: 72.
Please call our Clearing Line or join live chat now to discuss your options.
If you don’t meet the criteria, please do speak to one of our clearing advisors by calling our Clearing Line or join Live Chat now to discuss your options.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Teaching
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.
Class sizes
Contact us for details.
Independent learning
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.
Overall workload
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:
- Attend additional support classes in some modules
- Attend guest lectures from industry experts
- Take part in employability and enterprise workshops
- Join the Tourism Society and other student societies.
Assessment
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.
Feedback summary
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
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.
Official statistics on Discover Uni
Full time
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home* | £9,790 | N/A | N/A |
| International | £17,975 | N/A | N/A |
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).
* Home fees
The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed as £9,790 per year.
Other costs
Further costs may include (but are not limited to):
- Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies. Our Stockwell Street library offers an extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.
- Memberships: applying for membership of a professional body may incur further costs. Details of application costs can be found on their websites.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
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.
Careers and placements
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Employment opportunities are available in areas such as tourism marketing, destination management and tourism policy with tour operators and many other businesses. Graduates from this course can also launch their own tourism enterprise.
Are internships available?
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.
Do you provide employability services?
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
Accommodation
Greenwich
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.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
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.
Support from the department
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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We've got plenty of other courses for you to choose from. Browse our undergraduate courses or check our related courses below.....
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