University of Surrey

MSc Strategic Hotel Management

University of Surrey

Course overview

The MSc Strategic Hotel Management from the University of Surrey is a postgraduate degree designed for individuals with a background in hotel management or experience within the industry. This programme aims to provide advanced skills and strategic thinking necessary for managing international hotel companies. A key focus is on understanding industry priorities and improving digital abilities.

The curriculum offers an understanding of the hotel industry. This learning benefits from the expertise of the university's academics and its connections with the industry. This approach ensures that students are ready for senior management and leadership positions.

Learning involves lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent study. Assessments include coursework, presentations, group projects, case studies, and a dissertation.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • International students need a minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in Hospitality or Hotel Management, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Applicants may also be considered if they have a 2:2 UK honours degree in Business or Management, plus three years of work experience in the hospitality industry.

English Proficiency

  • Applicants need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0.
  • The university also accepts other English language qualifications such as TOEFL (iBT), PTE Academic, Duolingo English Test, and LanguageCert Academic.

Scholarships

  • Discounts for Surrey Graduates

    As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Early Payment Discount

    The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.

    Up to £2,000

  • ICAEW Foundation Bursary

    The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS

    The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Excellence Award (Postgraduate)

    This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.

    Up to £5,000

  • ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program

    Contributing to the development of future aviation professionals by providing funds and avenues for students with a keen interest in commercial aviation.

  • Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship

    This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.

  • Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Women in Leadership

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.

Career opportunities

Completing the MSc Strategic Hotel Management at the University of Surrey prepares graduates for many professional positions, including:

  • Hotel General Manager
  • Revenue and Asset Manager
  • Hospitality Consultant
  • Director of Sales and Marketing
  • Hotel Property Development Manager
  • Corporate roles within International Hotel Chains

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students opting for the MSc Strategic Hotel Management course at the University of Surrey is £19,900 in the 2025/26 academic year.

Admission

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