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Introduction
Britain’s tourism sector is an economic powerhouse. Generating £106 billion a year, employing over 2 million people, supporting thousands of businesses, and making up over 80% of the UK's total visitor economy, the UK’s tourism sector is a vital part of the UK and global economy.
Tourism is recognised as a leading sector in the UK government’s future economic planning. Along with the national tourism agency ‘Visit Britain/Visit England,’ they are building a significant and long-lasting strategy to drive economic growth, focusing on increasing productivity through developing skills, career paths, and building seasonality. Tourism is, therefore, driving continual demand for specialist graduates who not only understand both the theories of business and tourism management but are also equipped with practical experience.
Why choose this course?
COURSE FEATURES • Combine the academic study of the business and tourism sectors
• Develop the key business skills needed for a successful career in the tourism industry
• Gain commercial awareness and expertise within business and tourism from industry professionals
Overview
This course has been developed to give students the key business skills needed for a successful career in this sector. There is a particular focus on the current challenges facing the tourism industry. These include sustainability, global issues, ethical tourism, diverse competition, and crisis management. Designed to unlock your potential by enhancing both your commercial awareness and specialist subject knowledge, this course is a perfect entrance into this exciting, important, and growing industry.
Modules
Year 1
Hospitality, Tourism and Events Environment
Academic and Professional Skills
Managing Quality in Hospitality, Tourism and Events
Business Finance
Year 2
Customer Service for Tourism and Hospitality
Managing Human Resources
Tourism Management
Principles and Practices of Marketing
Sustainability in Career Development
Year 3
Live Project
Executing Business Strategy
Contemporary Issues
Undergraduate Major Project
TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT
We’ll assess your progress through a variety of methods from coursework, group assignments, activity-based assignments and exams. You can expect to part take in on-going problem-solving activities, projects and presentations. You’ll also be able to access support material through our ARU Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
All assignments are designed with your career progression in mind and give you opportunities to develop and improve transferable skills employers look for.
Timetable
FULL-TIME SCHEDULE:
Standard delivery:
Studying on campus 2 days a week which is Monday - Friday (10:00-17:00)
Entry Criteria
ENTRY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Home Office Share Code
For EU students only.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ARU London's standard offer is 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, e.g. BCC.
Alternatively, ARU London asks for:
• Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC
• Scottish Highers: BBCCC
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a business-related subject
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points
All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Applicants studying for other qualifications should contact ARU London to discuss their circumstances.
We also welcome applications from mature individuals who can demonstrate appropriate, relevant work experience.
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on our assessment of your overall suitability for the course. We treat everyone as an individual which means we will look at your whole application including any relevant work experience and personal circumstances as well as your educational qualifications.
IF no Qualification
Please provide CV with at least 2 years of work experience, and employee reference letter.
Assessment
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
2. Academic Interview
Career Opportunities
ASSOCIATED JOBS
• Tour Manager
• Travel Agency Manager
• Tourist Information Centre Manager
• Tourism Officer
• Event Manager
• Hotel Manager
• Customer Service Manager
• Marketing Executive
• Holiday Representative
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