Overview

The International Tourism Management course offered by University of Essex prepares you for a global career in the international tourism industry. You’ll explore tourism products, systems and services, learn how destinations are marketed and managed in a digital era, and build the practical, strategic and management skills needed to work across sectors such as travel, hospitality, transport, visitor attractions and event-based tourism.

Key facts

The global tourism industry is one of the world’s largest employers and economies, supporting hundreds of millions of jobs worldwide with ongoing growth expected in coming years. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

This course provides a blend of academic insight and real-world experience that reflects the dynamic nature of international tourism. You will study topics such as tourism evolution and behaviour, destination marketing, cultural and heritage tourism, sustainability challenges, digital engagement and service excellence. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

A key strength of the programme is its integration of vocational learning with industry engagement, including project work, guest speakers and opportunities to collaborate with tourism organisations. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Options for a year abroad or a professional placement allow you to gain international experience and strengthen your employability in the global tourism sector. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Delivering Tourism and Hospitality Operations and the Customer Experience

Finance for Tourism Businesses

The Tourism Business Environment

Conferences and Events

Tourism Operations

Special Interest Tourism

Management and Leadership

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies Tourism & Leisure View 1021 other Bachelors in Management Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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76

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60

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6

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General requirements

GCSE: Mathematics and English C/4, or equivalent. We can consider OFQUAL regulated Level 2 Functional Skills in Numeracy as equivalent to GCSE Maths C/4.
We are able to consider a range of equivalent English language qualifications, including OFQUAL regulated level 2 Functional Skills, Key Skills level 2, literacy units taken as part of the Access to HE Diploma, or a demonstration of the use of English through essay-based subjects at either GCSE or A-level equivalent. Advice on acceptability can be provided, please contact Undergraduate Admissions for more information.

Plus one of the level 3 qualifications below:

A-levels: CCC or 96 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels.
Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent. Tariff point offers may be made if you are taking a qualification, from the list on our undergraduate application information page.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21500 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Colchester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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