Overview

An MSc is an internationally respected qualification. In one year you'll develop a strategic understanding of all aspects of tourism and events management.

This Tourism and Events programme of the University of Sunderland brings together a social science approach to tourism and events with the development of job-related skills and employability.

You’ll complete theoretical modules ‘Tourism Concepts and Issues’ and ‘Current Practices in the Visitor Economy’, and in the final phase of the course you’ll complete a major project personal to your interests and career aspirations.

Career ready

An MSc is a challenging qualification which requires significant dedication. Employers recognise its worth, and the value that an MSc-qualified tourism and events leader can bring to their organisation.

This master's course equips you with the skills and understanding to progress rapidly in tourism and events management.

Potential employers include events management companies, conference and exhibition centres, events venues, hotel and resort management, attractions and museums, destination marketing agencies, and tourism companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Tourism Concepts and Issues

Current Practices in the Visitor Economy

Research Methods for the Services Sector

Events Management Studies

Tourism and Events Major Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-28 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

Most courses are open for applications all year round – we’d highly recommend applying for a master’s degree at least six months before the start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Hospitality Management Event Management Tourism & Leisure View 52 other Masters in Event Management in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Usually requires applicants to hold at least a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

17000 GBP / year

≈ 17000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8500 GBP / year

≈ 8500 GBP / year

Additional Details

£500 per 10 credits for part-time study

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Career ready

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sunderland

Funding

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