Course Overview
Are you interested in working in the travel and tourism sector? Excited about global travel and the behind-the-scenes operations that are involved? This degree programme gives you a broad understanding of the industry and empowers you with the transferable skills and understanding that this field demands.
If you're currently working in the travel and tourism industry and want to update your management skills, this qualification may help enhance your career.
What will this course cover?
You'll begin this course looking into the structure and development of the air transport industry. In the first year you'll focus on finance and economics, travel and tourism marketing, and the importance of managing customer service. You'll develop a deep understanding of the industry's key sustainability and operational challenges. We are looking for adaptable, forward-thinking applicants who can develop strong leadership and management qualities.
We'll give you the opportunity to undertake seasonal work experience which will provide you with further insight into the international travel and tourism sector. During this time you'll be able to fine-tune the skills learned in the classroom in a practical, real-time setting.
By the time you finish this degree you will have specific knowledge of the day-to-day operation and management of the various tourism sectors. You will have studied key modules in tourism, airline, airport and business management and have examined globalisation and collaboration within the tourism and air transport industry.
There is also an opportunity to study abroad at a partner institution.
Course Details
UCAS CODE: N890
Our innovative programme of study keeps pace with the continuous changes within the travel and tourism industry. This ensures you graduate with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills that this energetic sector demands.
Our tourism and aviation degree programmes have been developed with industry experts and attract a number of guest lecturers. The department continuously pursues new partnerships in order to help you find suitable placements should you wish to pursue this option.
What are the course entry requirements?
A typical offer will include GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above and a UCAS Tariff score of 80-96. A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.
For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages.
Course Modules
Year 1 Modules
- Introduction to Finance and Economics
- Managing Customer Service
- Marketing for Travel and Tourism
- Professional Skills and Development
- Structure and Development of the Air Transport Industry
- Tourism Destinations and Attractions
Year 2 Modules
- Airline Management
- Airport Management
- Business Tourism
- Employment Research and Planning
- Human Resource Management
- Research Methods
- Sustainability and Responsibility Management
Year 3 Modules
- Aviation in the Global Context
- Business and Enterprise (optional)
- Contemporary Tourism
- Coordination, Cooperation and Collaboration in the Air Transport Industry (optional)
- Destination Planning and Development
- Research Project (optional)
- Strategic Management (optional)
Fees
How much does it cost
Fees for September 2017 to August 2018 entry
Full Time Home and EU: £9,250 per year
Full Time International: £10,500 per year
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
Fees quoted are for the next intake and are subject to change. Fee costs for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation, course delivery costs or subject to government regulations.
For information on financial assistance to support your learning, visit our Undergraduate Fees and Funding section.
Questions about fees?
Contact our Student Centre on:
01494 603 020
student.centre@bucks.ac.uk
How do I apply?
For application details please visit bucks.ac.uk/applynow
