MSc International Tourism Destination Management
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the world’s largest arts festival, Edinburgh welcomes visitors from across the world all year round. As a result, the city boasts a thriving tourism industry with global connections and is world-renowned for its authentic and innovative tourism experiences. Edinburgh Napier University has been teaching tourism for over 25 years and specialises in applied, research-informed learning to provide the graduate employability skills needed for successful careers in the international tourism industry.
The MSc International Tourism Destination Management programme will equip you with the knowledge you need to successfully operate in an international tourism business. You will study alongside leading tourism academics to build an in-depth knowledge of tourism management, destination marketing and experience design to enhance your career within the sector. This programme is ideal for those with no background in tourism wishing to upskill and move into a vibrant, fast-paced and diverse industry.
Typical entry points to this course are in January and September. Please enquire for more information.
Key highlights
- Conversion programme for graduates with no background in tourism
- Covers tourism management, destination marketing and experience design
- Applied, research-informed teaching focused on graduate employability
- Taught alongside leading tourism academics with over 25 years' expertise
- Study in a UNESCO World Heritage city with thriving tourism
- January and September entry points available
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
Harilela Scholarship
Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.
Up to £2,500June Scholarship
We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.
Careers this course leads to
- Destination manager
- Destination marketing manager
- Tourism development officer
- Visitor experience manager
- Tour operations manager
- Tourism marketing executive
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,615 | International: £19,750
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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