International Tourism Management (Hons) (Part-time) Ulster University

Overview

You will study many exciting travel and tourism modules throughout the International Tourism Management (Hons) course from Ulster University. Tourism is constantly evolving: increasingly sustainable travel and tourism practices ensure that future generations will be able to marvel at the wonders of the world as well.

In addition, tourism is a key economic player - popular tourist destinations become economic hubs, providing livelihoods for local communities.

An estimated 1.52 billion tourists travelled internationally in 2025. Almost 60 million more than in 2024, reflecting a return to pre-pandemic growth trends (closer to the 5% average increase per year) (UNWTO, 2025).

Career options

This qualification offers a range of management career opportunities in one of the world’s largest and fastest growing industry sectors. The travel and tourism industry is composed of a diverse range of employers including national tourist organisations, airlines, visitor attractions (theme/amusement parks, natural landscape sites, castles, museums), tour operators (such as glf tour operators), event venues, ferry/cruise companies, airport operations and management. You also have the opportunity to pursue avenues such as teaching, lecturing, training, research and consultancy in relation tourism.

Alternatively you have the option after completion to progress on to postgraduate study on Department programmes such as the MSc International Tourism & Hospitality Management, MSc International Event Management, MSc Global Sustainable Tourism and MSc Golf Management.