Tourism & Hospitality SFE Funded Multiple Intakes

BSc (Hons) Business &
Tourism Management

Combine core business skills with specialist knowledge in tourism, hospitality, and events management. This four-year degree with Foundation Year prepares you for a global career across travel, hospitality, and corporate sectors - no A-Levels required.

4 Years Full-time Jan / Jun / Sep intakes BSc (Hons) Level 6

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Course Overview

Business Meets the Global Travel Industry

The BSc (Hons) Business and Tourism Management with Foundation Year is a four-year degree that combines core business management skills with specialist knowledge in tourism, hospitality, events management, and the global travel industry. You will study marketing, financial management, sustainable tourism, international business operations, customer experience design, and destination management.

This dual qualification is highly valued across travel, hospitality, and corporate sectors. Employers in airlines, hotel groups, cruise lines, tourism boards, and corporate travel specifically seek graduates with this combined expertise.

The Foundation Year (Year 0) is designed for students who do not hold traditional A-Level qualifications. It builds your academic confidence, business foundations, and research skills before the main degree begins.

"A dual qualification valued by employers across travel, hospitality, and corporate sectors worldwide."

Curriculum

Your Learning Journey

Foundation Year (Year 0)

Build academic skills and business foundations before the degree.

Academic Writing and Research Skills
Introduction to Business and Management
Principles of Tourism and Hospitality
Critical Thinking and Data Analysis

Core Degree Modules

International Tourism and Destination Management
Hospitality Operations and Service Excellence
Events Planning and Management
Sustainable Tourism and Corporate Responsibility
Global Marketing and Brand Strategy
Financial Management for Tourism Businesses
Digital Tourism and Customer Experience Design
Business Strategy and Innovation

Entry Requirements

Pathway to Enrolment

Standard Entry

At least one Level 3 qualification (BTEC, Access to HE, T-Level, or equivalent).
GCSE English Grade 4/C or equivalent.
No A-Levels required.

Mature Applicants (21 or over)

Work experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, travel, or events is relevant and valued. AEC Consultant will assess your full background and identify the most appropriate entry route during your free consultation.

AEC Consultant provides 100% free eligibility checks and will help you find the right entry path for your background.

Fees & Funding

Full Funding Available

Tuition Fee Loan

Up to £9,790 per year, covering 100% of your course fees for all four years including Foundation Year. Paid directly to the university. You pay nothing upfront.

Maintenance Loan

Up to £13,762 per year (London, living away from home), £10,544 (outside London), or £7,110 (living at home), depending on household income and where you study.

AEC Consultant handles your entire Student Finance England application at no cost, ensuring your funding is in place before your first day.

Career Outcomes

Your Future in Tourism and Business

The global travel and hospitality industry is one of the largest employers worldwide. Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide range of senior roles across multiple sectors.

Tourism and Events Manager: Plan and deliver events, tours, and destination experiences.
Hotel Operations Director: Lead guest experience and operational performance across hotel properties.
Destination Marketing Manager: Drive visitor growth for destinations, boards, and tourism agencies.
Corporate Travel Consultant: Manage business travel programmes for major organisations.
Hospitality Brand Manager: Develop and manage brand strategy for travel and hospitality companies.
Travel Company Director: Lead and grow your own or an established travel business.

Next Steps

3 Steps to Your Offer Letter

1. Free Consultation: Contact us by phone, WhatsApp, or online form. We review your background and confirm your eligibility.

2. Application: We prepare and submit your university application on your behalf, at no cost to you.

3. Offer and Finance: Receive your offer letter within 48 hours. We then guide your full Student Finance England application from start to finish.

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Award

BSc (Hons)Level 6

Duration

4 YearsIncl. Foundation

Study Mode

FlexibleMorning / Evening

SFE

EligibleTuition & Living

BSc (Hons) Business and Tourism Management

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the degree, entry requirements, Student Finance, and career opportunities.

This four-year programme combines core business management skills with specialist knowledge in tourism, hospitality, events management, and the global travel industry. You will study marketing, financial management, sustainable tourism, international business operations, customer experience design, and destination management, giving you a dual qualification that is highly valued across travel, hospitality, and corporate sectors.

The tourism and hospitality specialisation adds a sector-specific lens to your business training that standard business graduates do not have. Employers in hospitality, airlines, cruise lines, hotel groups, and tourism boards specifically seek graduates with this combined skill set because it takes years of industry experience to develop otherwise.

Graduates work in roles including Tourism and Events Manager, Hotel Operations Director, Destination Marketing Manager, Corporate Travel Consultant, Hospitality Brand Manager, and Travel Company Director. The global travel and hospitality industry is one of the largest employers worldwide, providing strong international career opportunities.

No. The Foundation Year is designed for students without traditional A-Level qualifications. Work experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, or travel is relevant and valued but not required. AEC Consultant will assess your full background during your free consultation.

Yes. All four years including the Foundation Year are covered by Student Finance England. You can access a Tuition Fee Loan of up to £9,790 per year plus Maintenance Loan support. AEC Consultant processes your SFE application with you at no cost.

Yes. The two-days-per-week delivery schedule used by many partner universities is specifically designed to accommodate students who are already working in hospitality, retail, or a related sector. Your professional experience will also enrich your academic work throughout the programme.

Ready to Begin?

Your Global Career in Tourism Starts Here

Whether you are coming fresh from school, from the hospitality industry, or changing careers entirely, we will find your pathway into this degree. Our guidance is entirely free and takes less than 48 hours to result in a university offer.

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