Overview

The International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-Up) (Hons) programme of the University of Sunderland is for people who want to top-up a Foundation Degree in International Tourism and Hospitality Management (or equivalent) to a full honours degree. It covers both academic theory and practical skills. Modules include ‘Gastronomy', ‘Leadership and Management for the Hospitality Industry’, ‘Service Quality and ‘e-Tourism’. These are valued by many employers, and prepare you for a range of careers upon graduation.

Career ready

The course content on the BSc (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-Up) degree reflects our close links with employers. When you graduate from this course you’ll be ready to take on a managerial position within the tourism and hospitality industry throughout the world.
Many of our graduates go on to work in managerial roles within the tourism and hospitality industry. Job titles include Hotel Manager, Tourism Development Officer or Resort Office Manager. Employers include hotels, airlines, travel agencies, events organisers, heritage attractions, Local Authorities and other public sector bodies.

Accreditation

The University of Sunderland is a member of the Institute of Hospitality's Education Membership.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Planning for Tourism and Leisure
Urban Tourism
Digital Technologies in the Visitor Economy
International Hospitality Management
Gastronomy
Service Quality

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure View 122 other Bachelors in Hospitality Management 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

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

The typical entry requirement is successful completion of one of the following:

Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism or a Foundation Degree related to International Tourism and Hospitality Management

BTEC HND in a subject related to tourism/hospitality

240 credits or equivalent of a recognised UK undergraduate award in a relevant subject

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17500 GBP / year

≈ 17500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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