International Hospitality Management BA(Hons)

  • Overview

    As one of the most established and internationally recognised courses available, this course is renowned for teaching excellence, student achievement and graduate success. It is designed and regularly reviewed in consultation with industry and covers the academic elements of the hospitality industry.

    You will be able to enjoy the creative and contemporary Culinary Arts Studio. The studio is a unique facility providing an outstanding opportunity to observe and record social interaction within a hospitality environment.

    Course duration Help

    Full-time: 3 years

    Sandwich: 4 years

    UCAS code N221

    Professional accreditation

    This course is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality.

  • Course content

    Course structure

    Teaching staff with practical, research and professional experience in hospitality management use a mixture of lectures, seminars, workshops and group activities. You can expect to be in the classroom for approximately 12-15 hours a week but must also be prepared to undertake a range of personal research activities to further develop your knowledge.

    An optional placement can be taken after year 2. There is a wide range of placement opportunities (including many overseas) enabling you to get some work experience and gain an understanding of the industry.

    Areas of study

    During year 1 you will focus on the operational aspects of the international hospitality business as well as the principles of management. In year 2 you will develop knowledge of service quality and consumer management.

    In the final year you will evaluate contemporary issues in the international hospitality industry and adopt a strategic approach to management. A wide range of options is offered in the final year enabling you to focus on your particular areas of interest.

    Syllabus

    Year 1
    International Hospitality Business
    Food and Drink Operations
    Economics and the Business Environment
    Marketing Principles
    Hospitality Operations
    Professional Development

    Year 2
    Hospitality Design and the Environment
    Hospitality Resourcing and Business Performance
    Hospitality Management in Action
    Managerial Accounting
    Understanding and Managing People
    Research Methods

    Optional placement year

    Final year
    Contemporary Issues in International Hospitality
    Business Strategy
    Dissertation or placement project
    Options may include:
    Change Management
    Customer Relationship Marketing
    Financial Issues in the International Hospitality Industry
    Gastronomy
    Food, Society and Culture
    International Management
    Oenology
    Public Relations
    Service Quality
    Wine Marketing

  • Entry requirements

    Typical entry requirements Help
    individual offers may vary

    A-levels:
    BBC (typically translates to 280 points in the UCAS tariff with additional qualifications.) Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.

    International Baccalaureate:
    30 points.

    QAA-approved access course:
    acceptable; subject-specific units.

    GCSE (minimum grade C):
    at least three subjects including English language and mathematics.

    Foundation degree/HND
    /HNC possible transfer to years 2 or 3. Contact the course team for specific requirements.

    For non-native speakers of English:
    IELTS 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing (or equivalent qualification).

  • Location

    Location Help Eastbourne

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  • Career opportunities

    Currently more than 94 per cent of our graduates are employed within six months of graduation. Graduates from our hospitality degree have taken up positions with companies including Lord's Cricket Ground, Hilton hotels, De Vere hotels and Macdonald hotels.

    Several graduates now hold very senior management positions within the industry whilst a large number run their own businesses, including restaurants and event planning. Graduates are also well equipped to progress to postgraduate study or research.

    Visit the careers centre website.

  • Fees and costs

    The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

    The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

    What's included in the fee?

    When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

    You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

    Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

    BA Hons International Hospitality Management  [J2EA001]
    UK/EU (Full Time)9,000 GBP
    Island Students (Full Time)9,000 GBP
    International (Full Time)10,500 GBP

Course leader Gillian Parfitt

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01273 643645
Email service.management@brighton.ac.uk

 

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