Tourism Management with Language, BA Hons

Tourism Management with Language (BSc)

This dynamic degree combines tourism management with language proficiency—French, Italian, Mandarin, or Spanish—to help students build international career prospects in the global tourism sector. The curriculum covers key aspects of tourism management, from marketing and product development to sustainable tourism practices, enhanced by hands-on experiences like field trips and Erasmus+ exchanges.

Key Rankings:

• Top 5 in London for Hospitality, Event Management & Tourism (Guardian University Guide 2024)
• 2nd in London for Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies (Complete University Guide 2024)
• 2nd in London for graduate prospects in Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies (Complete University Guide 2024)

Location:

• Study at Greenwich’s UNESCO World Heritage campus, home to the Greenwich Business School, part of the ATHE (Association for Tourism in Higher Education).

Curriculum Overview:

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Perspectives on Tourism (30 credits)
• Sustainable Tourism (15 credits)
• Entrepreneurship in Tourism and Hospitality (30 credits)
• Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
• Optional Language Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Mandarin, French, Italian, or Spanish (various levels)

Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• International Destination Management (30 credits)
• Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality (30 credits)
• Digital Tourism Management (15 credits)
• Future Paths Research Methods (15 credits)
• Optional Language Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Continued language studies in Mandarin, French, Italian, or Spanish

Year 3:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Tourism and International Development (15 credits)
• Tourism and Public Policy (15 credits)
• Innovation and Business Planning (30 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Advanced language studies or a consultancy project/dissertation

Overall Workload:

• A balanced mix of contact hours (lectures, seminars), independent study, assessments, and field trips.
• Each credit corresponds to approximately 10 hours of study.

Careers and Placements:

• Optional 9-12 months of full-time paid work placements, supported by the university.
• Past placements include Sandals Resorts International and Thomas Cook, with UK salaries ranging from £13,000-£18,000 pro rata.
• Graduates can pursue careers in tourism marketing, destination management, tourism policy, or even start their own businesses.
• Optional internships and a Certificate in Professional Practice offer additional experience.

Employability Services:

• Greenwich's Business School provides dedicated career support, including CV writing, interview preparation, and skills development.
• The Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme recognizes part-time work, volunteering, and extracurricular activities to boost your CV.
• The Generator offers entrepreneurship workshops, mentoring, and opportunities for a Tier 1 Start-Up Visa.

This degree offers a comprehensive understanding of the tourism industry, equipping students with the knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive in international tourism management.