Here's a quote from student Sean Kelly: "Studying International Tourism Management with a Language (Spanish) has given me the chance to fulfil many of my ambitions and has given me opportunities I never thought possible. For example, I've always wanted to have a year out studying abroad and this year I am in Alicante developing my Spanish language skills and having a great time!"

We bring International Tourism Management to life with inspiring and real experiences. We are passionate about sustainable and responsible tourism management. Learn in creative ways how tourism destinations are managed to be successful, sustainable and competitive. We develop outstanding tourism professionals so that you, like Sean, can succeed in your future career.

In addition, you will be equipped with the professional and industry relevant vocabulary you need, through a specialist language module at each level of study. Dedicated language tutors will support you in small groups, whether you are a complete beginner or have more advanced language skills.

This degree course is accredited by the Tourism Management Institute and is recognised by the Institute of Travel and Tourism. You can be confident you’ll have a great experience on a programme valued by professionals and industry.  

Chester is one of the UK’s leading historic tourism destinations. It is an ideal place to explore tourism marketing, development and management ideas that can be applied across the globe. Our business campus in the heart of the city, is both state of the art and welcoming. This is a special and unique place that will enable you to flourish and grow from undergraduate student to confident tourism professional.

You are a name here. We value your uniqueness. Throughout your degree course, you will be mentored and supported by a Personal Tutor. These are the people who will support you through life’s challenges. You will also benefit from our Student Experience Representatives. These are the students who make sure that your voice is heard.

Tourism is a fast-paced, competitive industry. You will develop much more than tourism knowledge. Your future employers are seeking important skills that we develop with you. You will leave with valuable experiences that will give you an edge at interview and in the workplace. Furthermore, you will have the additional advantage of your ability to communicate in a widely spoken language.

Your transformation from new student to future tourism leader will begin from day one.

In your first year you will gain an understanding of the key principles of international tourism management and develop core management skills in areas such as marketing, service experiences, events and entrepreneurship. Depending on your starting point you will begin your language study at introductory or advanced level for Spanish and at an advanced level for French.

In year two, you will translate this knowledge into making key decisions and consider the different ways tourism destinations and organisations operate around the world. You will examine how places can plan for and manage the impact of tourism sustainably. Continue to develop your proficiency and confidence in your chosen language.

You will start to shape your career path by choosing an aspect of business that inspires you and do a work placement that suits your personal interests and ambitions. Previous students have worked for companies such as Royal Caribbean International and The National Trust as well as exploring sustainable tourism in Costa Rica and South Africa.  

If you’d like to broaden your horizons even further, you can undertake an additional year-long work placement in the UK or overseas, or choose to spend a year putting your language skills into practice! This really brings your course to life and may enhance your graduate employment prospects. How does a work placement with the Disney sound? That’s what Hannah Robinson experienced during her time with us and is just one of many great placement opportunities this course provides. You can even spend a year studying International Tourism Management abroad in Europe, North America, Asia or Australasia.  

Your final year is then tailored towards giving you the competitive edge you need to succeed in your chosen area of international tourism. You will carry out an original supervised research project investigating a topic which really interests you. Everything you study will be linked to the world of tourism today – exploring contemporary issues topics such as smart destinations, over-tourism and global social issues. Advance your language skills further as you proceed towards graduation.