Step into the exciting world of global hospitality and tourism with the BSc (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Management with Foundation Year. Designed for ambitious students who want to build successful careers within one of the world’s fastest-growing industries, this course combines practical business knowledge, international industry insight, and modern management skills.

Whether your goal is to manage hotels, restaurants, tourism organisations, events, or even launch your own hospitality business, this programme provides the knowledge and experience needed to succeed in today’s global hospitality and tourism sector.

Foundation Year Support

The integrated Foundation Year is ideal for students who may need additional academic support before progressing to degree-level study. You’ll develop essential study skills, confidence, and foundational business knowledge to prepare you for university learning and future career success.

What You’ll Study

Throughout the course, you’ll explore key areas of hospitality and tourism management, including:

• International Hospitality Management
• Tourism Operations & Destination Management
• Customer Experience & Service Excellence
• Hotel & Restaurant Management
• Business & Leadership Skills
• Marketing for Hospitality & Tourism
• Sustainable Tourism Practices
• Digital Innovation in Hospitality
• Event & Visitor Management
  
  

The programme combines academic theory with practical industry-focused learning, helping you understand how hospitality and tourism businesses operate on a global scale.

Real-World Industry Experience

A key feature of the programme is the credit-bearing work placement module during Level 5 (Year 3), giving you the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on industry experience before graduation.

This placement helps you:

• Apply your learning in a real workplace
• Build professional confidence
• Develop industry connections
• Strengthen your employability and career readiness

Focus on Sustainability & Innovation

The hospitality and tourism industry is constantly evolving, and this course has been designed to prepare you for the future of the sector.

You’ll explore modern topics such as:

• Sustainable Hospitality & Tourism
• Digital Transformation & Innovation
• Global Industry Trends
• Responsible Tourism Management
  
  

This future-focused approach helps you develop the leadership and management skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing international environment.

Entrepreneurial Opportunities

As a student, you’ll also have access to the Arden Enterprise Incubator (AEI), a dedicated initiative designed to support entrepreneurial thinking and business development.

The programme offers:

• Expert Business Guidance
• Networking Opportunities
• Entrepreneurial Support
• Resources for Business Development
  
  

Whether you want to start your own business or develop innovative ideas within the hospitality sector, AEI can help support your journey.

Why Choose This Course?

• Foundation Year included for additional academic support
• Gain global hospitality and tourism industry knowledge
• Practical work placement opportunity included
• Learn about sustainability and digital innovation
• Develop leadership, customer service, and business management skills
• Industry-focused curriculum designed with professional insight
• Access entrepreneurial support through the Arden Enterprise Incubator
• Prepare for careers across hotels, tourism, events, restaurants, and international hospitality management sectors