Bachelor in Tourism Management - Grado en Dirección Turística

Leading industry speakers, consultancy projects, ‘live’ scenarios and fieldtrips to tourism hotspots are an integral part of this multi-accredited course. You will develop management and business skills that are essential to get ahead in industry.

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Foundation Year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points.

International entry requirements:
If English is not your first language you´ll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

We are one of the top-ranked universities in the world for the study of tourism and hospitality
One of the first courses to be offered in the UK and has been refined over three decades to give you the skills and knowledge of the tourism sector
Taught by industry specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of the industry, as well as notable experts during our regular guest lectures
Pick specialist modules to bring your education in line with your own passions, interests and, ultimately, career aspirations
Build your network of professional contacts, enhance your CV and employability during the 30-week work placement that can be taken anywhere in the world
You can study abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the world.

Foundation year
Core Units:
Fundamentals of Business & Management
Academic & Professional Practice
Fusion Business Project

Year 1
Core units
The Tourism & Hospitality Industries
Marketing for Tourism & Hospitality
Business & Economics for Tourism
Understanding the Tourist
Geography of Tourism Destinations
Tourism, Wildlife & the Environment

Year 2
Core units
Managing People in Tourism & Hospitality
Research Methods for Tourism & Hospitality
Finance for Tourism
Tourism Operations & Technology
Destination Development & Management
Tourist Behaviour & Experience

Placement year
A (minimum) 30-week supervised work placement in the UK or overseas which gives you the opportunity to turn theory into practice in a business environment. You’ll gain practical experience that could help you secure a management-level position immediately after graduating.

There’s a variety of placement opportunities, ranging from high-street catering, hotels and licensed retail outlets to leisure centres, theme parks and large-scale event management.

Final year
Core units
Dissertation OR Consultancy Project:
Tourism Strategy & Change
Tourism Issues & Futures

Option units (choose two)
Digital Marketing
Small Business Management
Event Engagement
Financial Management
Food, Culture & Travel
International Event Management
International Human Resource Management in Hospitality & Tourism
Managing Crises & Disasters
Sport Tourism
Tourism & Hospitality Design
Visitor Attractions & Management
Wildlife & Ecotourism

General Manager
Assistant Manager
Marketing Manager
Customer Relations Manager
Events Co-ordinator
International Travel Consultant.