BA (Hons) International Tourism Management

Academic Qualifications

UK Students:

• A-Levels: CCC (96 UCAS tariff points)

• BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM in a relevant subject

• T-Level: Pass (Grade C or above in core component)

• Access to HE Diploma: 60 credits (45 at Level 3)

International Students:

• International Baccalaureate: 24 points

• High School Diploma: GPA 2.5 minimum

• IELTS: 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band

Alternative Entry Routes

We welcome applications from:

• Mature students (21+) with relevant work experience

• Career changers looking to enter the tourism industry

• International students with equivalent qualifications

Financial Support Options

Academic Excellence Scholarship

• £2,000 per year for students achieving ABB at A-Level or equivalent

Global Tourism Talent Award

• £1,500 for outstanding international applicants

Access to Tourism Bursary

• £1,000 for students from underrepresented backgrounds

How to Apply for Funding

1. Review eligibility criteria on our website

2. Submit your academic transcripts

3. Complete a personal statement (500 words maximum)

4. Apply before 30 June for priority consideration

Industry Placements & Career Prospects

Work Placement Programme

All students complete a minimum 200-hour placement with leading tourism organizations, including:

Placement Partners:

• TUI UK & Ireland

• Visit Birmingham

• The NEC Group

• Hilton Hotels

• Birmingham Airport

Placement Support:
✔ Dedicated placement coordinator
✔ CV and interview workshops
✔ Industry networking events
✔ Ongoing mentoring

Graduate Success Stories

Our alumni hold exciting positions worldwide:

• Digital Marketing Manager, Expedia Group (£42,000)

• Sustainability Consultant, TUI (£38,000)

• Luxury Travel Specialist, Abercrombie & Kent (£45,000)

• Entrepreneur, boutique travel agency (£65,000 turnover)

Career Pathways

Potential roles and salaries:

• Tourism Marketing Manager (£25,000-£50,000)

• Destination Manager (£28,000-£45,000)

• Sustainable Tourism Consultant (£30,000-£60,000)

• Travel Technology Specialist (£35,000-£55,000)

World-Class Learning Facilities

Study in our £50 million Moss House campus featuring:

Specialist Facilities:

• Virtual tourism lab with cutting-edge simulation technology

• Digital marketing suite with industry-standard software

• Business incubator space for student ventures

• On-campus travel agency for practical experience

Learning Resources:

• Bloomberg Terminal access

• Tourism industry databases

• Extensive digital library resources

• 24/7 study spaces

Course Structure

Year 1: Foundations of Tourism

• Global Tourism Environment

• Business and Financial Skills

• Customer Experience Management

• Tourism Destinations

Year 2: Professional Development

• Sustainable Tourism Development

• Digital Marketing Strategies

• Tourism Operations Management

• Research Methods

Year 3: Strategic Leadership

• Crisis Management in Tourism

• Tourism Innovation and Entrepreneurship

• Strategic Tourism Management

• Dissertation/Business Project

Why Study at UCB?

Industry Connections

• Strong partnerships with major tourism employers

• Regular guest lectures from industry leaders

• Exclusive recruitment events

Student Support

• Personal academic tutor

• Career development workshops

• Mental health and wellbeing services

• Disability support team

Location Benefits

• City-centre campus in Birmingham

• Excellent transport links

• Vibrant tourism and hospitality sector

This degree provides the perfect launchpad for an international career in tourism, combining academic rigour with practical industry experience and professional connections.