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The BSc (Hons) International Tourism, Hospitality and Events is for those who aspire to enter the exciting world of international tourism. Through an academically engaging, industry-relevant and stimulating range of modules, you will develop an understanding of the changing nature of this global industry.

The programme makes use of appropriate technologies to support and enhance your learning experience. These technologies include an online learning platform that provides access and supporting learning materials, where appropriate lecture capture is used to support and review your learning. Additional materials include an online reading list and guidance and direction for your independent learning. The programme is delivered over 1 year of study in full-time mode, with the year divided into 2 semesters.

The programme structure is as follows : - Career Development and Research Informed Learning

- International Hospitality Operations Management

- Responsible Strategy

- Contemporary Business Enquiry

- Innovation and Creativity in Tourism, Hospitality and Events

- Global Challenges and Tourism Futures Assessment takes the form of assignment(s), poster presentation(s), group presentation(s), literature review, report(s), etc.