Tourism Research
MPhil PhD
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
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About the course
Postgraduate research activity in the School of Sport and Service Management is underpinned by our long-term goal to undertake intellectually rigorous research that contributes towards the theoretical development of tourism. This goal is supported through the individual research, publication activities of faculty members and through the generation of knowledge that results from a research degree.
The school offers research degree supervision leading to the awards of both MPhil and PhD in the area of tourism, through the Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (CENTOPS), founded by Professor Peter M Burns.
Professor Burns specialises in tourism master planning for developing countries and emerging markets. He has a particular interest in strategic policy making for sustainable human development and identifying solutions for tourism's human impacts. He has extensive international experience working with communities to help them achieve better education, participation and training through the use of tourism development for poverty alleviation.
He has undertaken research and consultancy work in over 25 countries including the Middle East and recently led the development of the national tourism awareness programme for Kuwait as part of their Strategic Tourism Development Plan (with the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and Deloitte and Touche).
More recently he has engaged with social science aspect of climate change and tourism.
The school's research student division manages the research degree programme, which aims to provide a research ethos that fosters the development of innovative and independent research skills. These skills include the ability to intellectualise, shown by the development of an original research project that will result in a significant contribution to the understanding of tourism.
Our research students benefit from the use of a dedicated PhD suite and are provided an annual allowance for relevant research expenses and activities such as conference attendance. Research training is offered through the university's postgraduate certificate or diploma in Research Methodology, where students are encouraged to complete at least the certificate programme.
Typical entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2014. Entry requirements for students thinking about starting a course in 2013 can be found in the online prospectus. Individual offers may vary
For equivalent international qualifications
We can help you meet our English language entry requirements
For help meeting English language requirements contact our
Language Institute.We can help you meet our academic entry requirements
For help meeting academic entry requirements contact our
International College.If you cannot find your country listed, please email admissions@brighton.ac.uk
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. 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.
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Service Management (MPhil) (Full time) [J2AC010] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,420 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP Service Management (PhD) (Full time) [J2AA010] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,420 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP -
Location
Location
Eastbourne Eastbourne is a thriving town which offers traditional seaside attractions, modern nightlife, good shopping and a wide range of sporting activities. It’s one of the sunniest places in the UK.
Our Eastbourne campus is located at the foot of the South Downs National Park, about ten minutes walk from the seafront and 20 minutes from the pier and Eastbourne town centre. Almost 3,000 students are based here.
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Living in Eastbourne
Eastbourne’s buzzing university community and compact town gives it a laid back and friendly feel. The town combines the traditional seaside attractions with modern nightlife, a wide range of sporting activities and an exciting arts scene.
Social scene
The student community in Eastbourne ensures it has a thriving social scene, with dedicated student nights at many of the town’s pubs and clubs. Eastbourne’s expanding nightlife includes trendy cocktail bars, laid-back country pubs and modern nightclubs.
Arts
The striking Towner contemporary art museum in Eastbourne features international exhibitions as well as a permanent art collection. Eastbourne's six theatres give you a chance to see West End musicals, touring shows, live music and comedy.
Sports
Eastbourne has long been the home of pre-Wimbledon tennis tournaments at Devonshire Park. Eastbourne also hosts an extreme sports festival and the Beachy Head Marathon that takes place across the South Downs National Park.
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Career opportunities