University of Bedfordshire

BA Business Administration International Tourism Management

University of Bedfordshire

Course overview

The University of Bedfordshire’s BA Business Administration (International Tourism Management) is for students with a prior qualification in business or tourism. It focuses on income generation through tourism. Some modules studied in this programme include destination management, tourism marketing, and sustainable practices.

The course helps students to understand how business aligns with global tourism. Students will learn how to promote tourism effectively, understand the hospitality sector, and discover the best ways to provide services that ensure customer satisfaction. They will also learn how partnerships are built and how brand image is protected.

Learning on the course involves lectures, hands-on workshops, and collaborative group tasks. Your progress will be assessed through various methods, including business reports, analysing real situations (case studies), presentations, and written assignments.

Entry requirements

Applicants may need to submit a personal statement. This document should highlight skills, outline reasons for choosing the course, provide academic transcripts, references, and proof of relevant experience.

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants should have completed a Level 5 qualification, such as a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma in tourism, business, or a similar field, totalling 240 credits.

English Proficiency

  • International students need an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no individual section scoring lower than 5.5. 
  • Applicants need a TOEFL iBT score of 72, and at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing. An overall score of 59 from the PTE Academic is also valid, as long as no single component score is below 59.

Scholarships

  • A level and IB Scholarship for International Students

    Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship

    Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship

    Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Foundation Year Scholarship

    Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships

    Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

    Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA Business Administration (International Tourism Management) from the University of Bedfordshire can pursue fulfilling careers in job roles, including:

  • Tourism Operations Manager
  • Travel Consultant or Advisor
  • Destination Marketing Executive
  • Event and Hospitality Manager
  • Business Development Executive
  • International Tourism Policy Analyst

Cost of study

For international students joining the one-year BA Business Administration (International Tourism Management) course at the University of Bedfordshire for the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee is £16,800.

Admission

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