BA Business and International Tourism Management

The Business and International Tourism Management BA programme at the University of Chester is a three-year full-time course, which can be extended to four years with an optional foundation or placement year. Accredited by the Tourism Management Institute, the course is designed to prepare students for managerial roles in the global tourism industry. They gain specialised knowledge about the tourism sector and learn essential business principles like marketing, finance, and operations. 

In the first year, students are taught about human resource and finance management and the fundamentals of business structures/operations. As they progress, they take advanced core modules that examine the economic, social, and environmental impacts of tourism. They also learn how to leverage this knowledge for their benefit and make management decisions in different business areas. Throughout the course, students are assessed using methods like class tests, presentations, reports, portfolios of work, and practical assessments.

After obtaining a Business and International Tourism Management BA degree from the University of Chester, graduates can pursue careers in tourism management, hospitality, sustainable tourism policy, and international business.

The University of Chester was founded in 1839 as Chester Diocesan Training College and gained university status in 2005. It was the first purpose-built teacher training college in the UK and has since expanded into various academic fields. The university offers several degree options, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes, specifically in areas like health, business, engineering, and the sciences. 

Additionally, the University of Chester holds a silver award for University of the year in the 2024 WhatUni Student Choice Awards and has been recognised as the best institution for international students.

• Work experience may be considered.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants need to have a school leaving qualification equivalent to British A-Level or International Baccalaureate.

English Proficiency

• Applicants are required to possess an IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall, with no individual score below 5.5. They can also prove they are proficient in English through equivalent SELT tests like TOEFL and PTE Academic.

For international students interested in studying the Business and International Tourism Management BA programme at the University of Chester, the tuition fee for the first foundation year is £10,750. The following 2-4 years cost around £14,200. Please know that these rates are for the 2025/26 academic year and are subject to change.

In addition to the University of Chester International Scholarship Award, international undergraduate students may qualify for various scholarships such as the International Merit Alumni Scholarship, awarded to those progressing to a postgraduate course. 

Other opportunities include Chevening Scholarships for future leaders funded by the UK government, and the Snowdon Masters Scholarship, which supports talented disabled students with up to £15,000 in fees for UK Masters courses. Additional options include DIKTI Scholarships and Commonwealth Scholarships.

For more details about these financial aid options, students can get in touch with our counsellors at AHZ.

Students who complete the Business and International Tourism Management BA degree at the University of Chester have the potential to work as:

• Cruise Director
• Hotel Manager 
• Event Planner 
• Travel Consultant
• Travel Marketing Manager 
• Sales Manager

Candidates should submit their applications through UCAS. Please do not hesitate to reach out to one of our trained counsellors if you need assistance with your application.