
Overview
Whether you are continuing your studies or returning to postgraduate study to improve your employment prospects, this Tourism Management degree from University of Derby will help you develop a range of management skills to achieve your professional goals.
- We are accredited by the Tourism Management Institute and a member of the Institute of Travel & Tourism - assuring you of our excellent industry links and reputation, and that our course provides you with the knowledge understanding, skills and experience to prepare you for a career in tourism
- Develop an understanding of planning and development, tourist behaviour, marketing, finance and strategy in the tourism industry, including festivals, heritage sites, cities and resorts
- Learn and network with industry experts, and work on live projects to put theory into practice
- Flexible study opportunities through 'blended learning modules' to earn while you learn
- Study with students from around the world helping you to develop a global perspective with your tourism management skills
Careers
Whether you are a recent graduate or an industry practitioner wanting to consolidate your management knowledge and skills, this specialist MSc Tourism Management programme will enable you to access a wide range of management positions in travel, tourism and destination management.
Our graduates have taken up senior management positions in official tourism organisations, airlines, 4-star hotels, NGOs, tour operators, travel agencies and government organisations. Many of our alumni have also moved into academia and the research arena.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Challenging the Tourist Consumption
- Research Methodologies
- Sustainable Tourism Development
- Strategic Directions
- Integrated Business Management
- Independent Scholarship (triple module)
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Management Studies Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure View 97 other Masters in Tourism & Leisure in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
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General requirements
- Applicants will normally be in possession of:
- A UK 2.2 (or above) Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised British or overseas Institutions. All subjects are considered, but possession of degrees or relevant experience in related subjects will be advantageous Or
- A significant portfolio of work at an appropriate level or relevant professional qualifications.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14700 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
7850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
UK: £875 per 20 credits (Part-time)
Living costs for Derby
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- You will need to apply separately for the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, the International Excellent Student Scholarship and the GREAT Scholarship, but all others are assessed for eligibility alongside your application.
- Our new EU Transition Bursary offers financial support to our European students. If you normally reside in the EU and are starting your undergraduate or postgraduate taught course in September or January , you could be eligible for this reduction in your tuition fees. If you have home fee status or have EU settled or pre-settled status in the UK, you are not eligible for international scholarships but you may be eligible for the Derby Achievement Scholarship.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.