Why Choose Lincoln?
Study abroad during the second year
Hands-on experience during a professional practice year
Optional study visits to various locations
Graduates working at Sonesta Resort Hilton and The Bear Grylls Adventure
Millions of tourists are on the move every year, and the global tourism industry is big business for those skilled in providing the perfect experience.
Our BA (Hons) International Tourism Management investigates the issues and techniques relevant to the planning and management of international tourism. It is designed to enable students to build knowledge through tourism-specific and business-related modules, while optional modules can be chosen to reflect personal interests and career aspirations.
Our BA (Hons) International Tourism Management investigates the issues and techniques relevant to the planning and management of international tourism. It is designed to enable students to build knowledge through tourism-specific and business-related modules, while optional modules can be chosen to reflect personal interests and career aspirations.
Study abroad during the second year
Hands-on experience during a professional practice year
Optional study visits to various locations
Graduates working at Sonesta Resort Hilton and The Bear Grylls Adventure
Throughout the degree, you study the principles of tourism management and the factors impacting the tourism experience. During your final year, you can tailor their degree by working on an independent project.
The programme has been enhanced to include core modules that provide the underpinning of business management principles and knowledge and also focus on contemporary issues and employability skills for tourism students. Other core modules delve into the nuances of tourism management, considering the impact, influences, and societal value of tourism businesses, products, and services.
Throughout the degree, you can study the principles of tourism management and the factors impacting the tourism experience. You can also begin to build a set of transferable skills by blending business and management knowledge and skills with tourism industry specific theories and skills development.
The programme includes a mix of core and optional modules.
The programme has been enhanced to include core modules that provide the underpinning of business management principles and knowledge and focus on contemporary issues and employability skills for tourism students. Other core modules delve into the nuances of tourism management, considering the impact, influences, and societal value of tourism businesses, products, and services.
There may also be opportunities to do a professional practice year or international study year between year 2 and year 3, giving you the opportunity to build networks and experience ready for a career.
During your final year, you can tailor the degree by working on an independent project which focuses on an area you are interested in.
You are taught through a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, and field visits. On average, each module has a one hour lecture and a one hour seminar/workshop per week, for 10 to 12 weeks. Delivery and all module information are confirmed prior to the start of each module in the module handbook. Assessment dates are included in the handbooks together with the task and any other key assessment information. All modules are supported by Blackboard e-learning and all slides are uploaded on the bespoke module Blackboard site.
Lucy's Journey
Hear from Lucy, an International Tourism Management student at Lincoln International Business School, who shares her journey about studying at the University of Lincoln at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
The course is recognised by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI), which is a professional organisation for anyone working in tourism destination management. TMI’s recognition scheme provides an assurance that a course meets a set of criteria, benchmarks, and standards aligned to the needs of the broadly-defined tourism sector. This enhances the relevance of courses and the future employment prospects of graduates.
More About TMI Recognition† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. In addition to the information provided on this course page, our What You Need to Know page offers explanations on key topics including programme validation/revalidation, additional costs, contact hours, and our return to face-to-face teaching.
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. In addition to the information provided on this course page, our What You Need to Know page offers explanations on key topics including programme validation/revalidation, additional costs, contact hours, and our return to face-to-face teaching.
The different assessment methods used are designed to ensure that a student has a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. Assignments can enable students to manage their own time, develop their research and analytical skills, and provide an opportunity to explore subjects in greater depth.
Assessment types may include written examinations, oral assessments (presentations by individuals or small groups of students), visual poster presentations, written reports, essays, portfolios or collections of practical work produced by individuals or groups, projects, and demonstrations such as during live events.
The different assessment methods used are designed to ensure that a student has a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. Assignments can enable students to manage their own time, develop their research and analytical skills, and provide an opportunity to explore subjects in greater depth.
Assessment types may include written examinations, oral assessments (presentations by individuals or small groups of students), visual poster presentations, written reports, essays, portfolios or collections of practical work produced by individuals or groups, projects, and demonstrations such as during live events.
Students may have the opportunity to support events which can bring them face-to-face with industry professionals. Recently, students in the School have assisted at the Tourism Management Conference which was hosted at the University.
The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education and Research (ATLAS) membership recognises institutions that are committed to teaching excellence and outstanding research in tourism and events management. Membership is open to institutions and professional bodies with educational, research, or professional interests in tourism, leisure, and related areas. ATLAS members include 1,400 researchers and teachers at 148 universities and research institutes, across 45 countries.
More About ATLASAll full-time students on this course have the opportunity to take a year-long professional practice placement after the second year. A placement enables you to gain valuable experience and apply your knowledge in a real business setting. You don't have to pay tuition fees for this year, but you will need to cover your travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
Students who complete the one-year professional practice placement will be awarded a BA (Hons) International Tourism Management (with Professional Practice). Those who choose not to complete a placement will receive a BA (Hons) International Tourism Management, or equivalent exit award.
All full-time students on this course are able take an optional year abroad encompassing study at one partner institution (one term) with the option to work, volunteer, or continue your study abroad (second term). The International Year Abroad takes place between years two and three. Successful completion of the International Year Abroad will be reflected in the award title - BA (Hons) International Tourism Management (International Study Year). If you choose this option, you won't have to pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover your own travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
You have the chance to spend around four months learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme during their second year. Current destinations include Mexico, China, Malaysia, the USA, France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Malta, Sweden, and Finland. Please note that you will have to pay for your own travel, accommodation, and living expenses during the study abroad trips.
Throughout this course, you can take part in optional field trips and study visits. On field trips, you may visit cultural landmarks, engage with partner universities, and experience events within each country. Previous destinations have included Dublin, Prague, Budapest, and Sri Lanka. You can also take part in optional study visits to events and exhibitions. Supported by members of the teaching team, the trips and study visits can help to enrich course content and provide an added set of experiences. Costs vary and you may be asked to contribute to these costs as a percentage or in full.
We subscribe to the Good Student Employer Charter. This initiative is aimed at businesses within leisure, tourism, hospitality, and retail, which are looking to improve their knowledge of how best to support tourism students in the workplace, and was developed in collaboration with Destination Lincolnshire and the Institute of Hospitality. It is championed by our Associate Professor, Dr. Agnieszka Rydzik.
Find out MoreGraduates can access careers both in the tourism industry, as well as in non-tourism industries. Popular careers the degree prepares you for includes destination management and marketing, hotel management, theme park management, cruise ship management, travel consultancy, project management, social media and marketing, policy and planning in tourism, tourist experience management, and events planning. Millions of tourists are on the move every year, and the global tourism industry is big business for those skilled in providing the perfect experience.
Our graduates have been employed in culture and heritage management, local tourism development, and by airlines and independent tour operators. These have included Sonesta Resort Hilton, Xerox, The Bear Grylls Adventure, BCD Meetings & Events, Warwick Castle, Ocado, AELP, RNN Group, Samsung, Worcester Bosch, Liz Hobbs Groups, Hilton, Ocado, The White Hart Hotel Lincoln, and Printworks London.
Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.
About the AACSBWe work with a number of organisations as either a member or partner to create opportunities for our students and help us deliver the best course we can.
104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma from a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects.
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.
T Level: Merit
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points.
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, EPQ etc.
We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page:
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
The University of Lincoln's International College also offers university preparation courses for international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. Upon successful completion, students can progress to Bachelor's study at the University of Lincoln. Please visit https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalcollege/ for more information.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications.
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit.
T Level: Merit
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points.
International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall.
GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English and Maths. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, EPQ etc.
We may also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page:
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
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The University of Lincoln's International College also offers university preparation courses for international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. Upon successful completion, students can progress to Bachelor's study at the University of Lincoln. Please visit https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalcollege/ for more information.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. To help support students from outside of the UK, we are also delighted to offer a number of international scholarships which range from £1,000 up to the value of 50 per cent of tuition fees. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
Students have the chance to spend around four months learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme during their second year. The study abroad scheme requires students to pay for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
Those who to undertake a year-long work placement after their second year do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. To help support students from outside of the UK, we are also delighted to offer a number of international scholarships which range from £1,000 up to the value of 50 per cent of tuition fees. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
Students have the chance to spend around four months learning at an overseas university as part of our exchange programme during their second year. The study abroad scheme requires students to pay for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
Those who to undertake a year-long work placement after their second year do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
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