MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management with Advanced Project

The MSc International Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management with Advanced Project at the University of Hertfordshire is a two-year full-time master's programme. It aims to give students advanced knowledge and skills in tourism, hospitality, and event management while helping them develop research and project management skills. The programme is accredited by respected organisations like the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) and the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA).

Students learn service strategy, marketing, financial decision-making, and research methods. They are assessed through various ways including reports, presentations, and a major project. After graduation, students can explore career paths in fields like hotel management, tourism consulting, event planning, and airline operations. They are well-prepared to work for top companies such as Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, TUI, and Expedia Group.

The University of Hertfordshire is located in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, and became a university in 1992. It started out as Hatfield Technical College in 1948. The university has two main campuses, College Lane and de Havilland, which have modern facilities like research labs, libraries, and spaces for performances.

The University of Hertfordshire offers programmes in a large number of fields such as Astrophysics, Animation, Environmental Sciences, and Cybersecurity. It works with companies like Rolls-Royce and the NHS to give students practical experience. The university has a Silver rating for teaching quality and is recognised as one of the top modern universities in the UK for its research impact. 

Entry Requirements

• Applicants who possess either a professional qualification equivalent to a degree approved by the Programme Leader or who have successfully completed a Pre-Masters Course recognised by the university will be considered.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants should hold an honours degree with at least a 2:2 classification from a UK university or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not the student’s first language, the University of Hertfordshire requires that they present an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no band scoring below 5.5, or an equivalent test result.

• Students who earned an English-taught undergraduate degree at an approved university in the UK or another accepted country are exempt from this requirement if they studied while living in the university’s home country.

Cost of Study  

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for international students enrolling in the University of Hertfordshire's MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management with Advanced Project programme is approximately £18,800 per year. Please bear in mind that this amount could still be updated.

Scholarships

The University of Hertfordshire offers scholarships to make education accessible for international students. The UG Tri Annual Scholarship is designed for undergraduate students and grants a £1,500 discount on tuition fees each academic year. 

International students can also benefit from the Chancellor's International Scholarship, with awards ranging from £500 to £4,000. This scholarship recognises academic merit and does not require a separate application as students are automatically assessed. Additionally, the £2,000 Early Bird Payment Discount rewards students who pay tuition fees in full ahead of the deadline, enabling them to save on costs and reduce financial stress.

If you’d like more details about the scholarships available to international students, feel free to contact our counsellors at AHZ for assistance.

Careers

The MSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management with Advanced Project degree from the University of Hertfordshire prepares students for job positions such as:

• Travel Agent 

• Marketing Executive 

• Hotel Manager 

• Event Manager

• Customer Service Manager 

• Wedding Planner

To apply, simply use the university's online international application form. If you need any guidance, our trained counsellors are here to assist you every step of the way.