Visitor Attraction and Resort Management Staffordshire University

Overview

The Visitor Attraction and Resort Management BA (Hons) at Staffordshire University provides a unique pathway into the thriving global travel and tourism industry. This specialist degree is designed to equip students with the management fundamentals required to lead within the resort economy and visitor attraction sectors.

Why Visitor Attraction and Resort Management at Staffordshire University?

This programme features a distinctive partnership with Alton Towers Resort, offering students unparalleled access to one of the UK's premier attractions. You will benefit from 250 hours of paid work placements, allowing you to apply your learning in real-world environments ranging from heritage sites to wildlife attractions. The curriculum is supported by industry guest speakers, study visits, and innovative facilities like The Catalyst, which provides digitally enabled social and flexible learning spaces.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16750 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers essential business functions, legal frameworks, and contemporary digital trends. Modules may include:

• Conference and Events Management
• Hospitality and Hotel Management
• Customer Experience
• Business Environment
• Marketing and Digital Communications
• Finance and Revenue Management
• Aspirational Leadership
• Creative Enterprise
• Contemporary Issues in Tourism and Events

Careers with Visitor Attraction and Resort Management

Graduates are prepared for a diverse range of roles across the visitor economy, including management positions in theme parks, museums, zoos, and heritage sites. The programme also supports career paths in the conference and events sector, holiday parks, and hotel management. With a focus on transferable business skills, some graduates choose to launch their own enterprises or specialise in technical areas such as virtual tour promotion and mobile application management for attractions.