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1 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
University of Central LancashireThe BA Hons Management in Tourism Final Year Top-Up at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is designed for students who have already completed prior study in tourism, hospitality, or a related field and wish to advance to a full honours degree. This program equips students with advanced knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in the dynamic tourism and hospitality industry, with a strong focus on management, strategy, and global trends.
Year 3 (Final Year Top-Up):
The final year centers on independent research and applied projects. Students undertake a dissertation or consultancy project, allowing them to explore a topic of personal interest while demonstrating critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skills. The program also highlights leadership, innovation, and strategic management within tourism, preparing graduates for managerial roles.
Curriculum Structure:
The program combines academic rigor with practical application. Key elements include:
Core Tourism Management Modules: Covering strategic planning, sustainable practices, and international tourism trends.
Research and Analytical Skills: Training students in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to inform decision-making.
Applied Projects and Case Studies: Offering hands-on experience to develop professional competence in real-world scenarios.
Dissertation/Consultancy Project: A capstone experience allowing students to synthesize knowledge and showcase expertise in a chosen area of tourism management.
UCLan emphasizes practical learning opportunities to bridge theory and industry practice:
Industry Placements and Internships: Opportunities to work with leading tourism organisations, travel agencies, hotels, and event management companies.
Live Projects: Students engage in real-world projects, collaborating with businesses to solve practical tourism and hospitality challenges.
Student Societies and Competitions: Join tourism or hospitality-focused societies to develop teamwork, networking, and leadership skills.
International Experience: Opportunities for global exposure through study visits, exchange programs, and cross-cultural projects to enhance understanding of international tourism dynamics.
UCLan supports career development through tailored guidance:
Career Advising and Planning: One-to-one mentoring, workshops, and CV support to enhance employability.
Professional Networking: Opportunities to connect with tourism and hospitality professionals via events and seminars.
Employability: Graduates can pursue roles such as tourism manager, travel consultant, event coordinator, destination marketer, hotel operations manager, or policy advisor.
Further Academic Progression: Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies such as MSc in Tourism Management, Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related business programs, strengthening career prospects in academia or senior industry positions.
IELTS - 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5TOEFL - 80 with minimum subscores of : Reading 10 Listening 10 Speaking 17 Writing 19Academic qualifications: Foundation Degree: Pass in Tourism related subject area, Higher National Diploma: Pass overall in Tourism Management or Travel and Tourism or Tourism and Events or Tourism and Hospitality or Business Management and TourismAcademic references or supervisor endorsements are often requested to support your application. A one-page statement explaining your motivations for choosing Facilities Management, your professional goals, and why UCLan appeals to you. A document outlining your academic achievements, extracurricular leadership, work or volunteer experience, and any relevant skills. Tourism ManagerTravel ConsultantEvent CoordinatorDestination Marketing ManagerHotel Operations ManagerTour OperatorResort ManagerHospitality ManagerTravel and Tourism AnalystCruise Line ManagerAirline Services ManagerCultural Heritage ManagerConference and Exhibition PlannerSustainable Tourism ConsultantTourism Policy AdvisorLeisure and Recreation Manager
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