BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management
This three /four year international route Bachelor’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme has been selected by BSBI from among the many prestigious international degrees offered by University for the Creative Arts.
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Programme Overview
Whether you have aspirations of running your own hotel or managing a catering company, the BSBI BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management will equip you with the skills needed to do so successfully. Delivered in partnership with University for the Creative Arts (UCA), this programme will help you develop extensive knowledge of the industry by choosing one of two pathways to help you steer your career in the right direction.
You’ll have the option to choose between the three or four-year International Route programme. The four year international route programme includes a foundation year which will introduce you to the fundamentals of creative business and management whilst preparing you to use the English language in academic work.
Berlin School of Business and Innovation is in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) and PPA Business School. As a result of this partnership, BSBI is able to offer the BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management programme. UCA is an acclaimed creative institution in the UK that ranks highly in all three of the major UK league tables. The university has also been ranked 13th out of all UK universities in the Guardian League Table 2020 and ranked seventh in the 2021 Guardian League Tables for Business, Management & Marketing.
All of our students are taught in our well-equipped classrooms through lectures, discussions and even class visits. As you’ll be based in Berlin, you’ll be surrounded by some of the world’s top employers as well as a thriving start-up community.
The course is delivered 100% on-campus with full access to state-of-the-art facilities.
You will earn a bachelor’s degree with 120 UK credits per year (equivalent to 60 ECTS per year). This helps student mobility in the EU when it comes to transferring credits from one higher education institution to another.
Programme Fee
INTAKES
Berlin:
2025 February, October: International students Price: €9,925/year | EU students Price: €7,450/year
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The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement.
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Programme Structure
The learning and teaching will consist of a variety of elements such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, animated/non-animated video, practical work, seminars and trips. Assessments will include individual/group reports and/or presentations, case studies, essays, portfolio development, reflective journals and experiential work based activities. The pathway will be offered if the minimum class size of 15 students is met to ensure a good academic experience.
You will study up to four days per week, in smaller class sizes and more frequent sessions.
For Berlin, teaching takes place Monday to Saturday, with morning, afternoon or evening sessions.
For Paris, teaching takes place Monday to Friday, with morning (9-1pm) and afternoon sessions (2-6pm).
The modules of this programme are offered and delivered 100% on campus.
Modules
FOUNDATION YEAR (INTERNATIONAL ROUTE)
- Introduction to Creative Business and Management
- English for Academic Purposes, Research and Study Skills
- Marketing, Communication and Branding
- Creative Business Project
BA 1ST YEAR
- Introduction Hospitality in Tourism and Events
- Tourism Sociology
- Academic Writing & Study Skills
- Consumer Marketing
- Academic English Communications
- Language Elective 1
- Personal & Professional Development & Communications
- Economics for the Global Service Industry
- Introduction to Dining Operations LAB
- Year 1: Tourism and Event Management Pathway
- Principles of Event Management
- Year 1: Hospitality and Food & Beverage Pathway
- Food & Beverage Service Operations LAB
BA 2ND YEAR
- Tourism Planning and Experience
- Hotel and Restaurant Design
- Heritage Tourism and International Hospitality Cultures
- Language Elective 2
- Human Resources Management in Tourism
- Marketing Tourism and E-Commerce
- Tourism and Hospitality Law
- Year 2: Hospitality and Food & Beverage Pathway
- Front Office Operations and Reservation Systems
- Housekeeping Operations
- Transportation: The Airline and Cruising Industry
- Sport Events Tourism
- Hotel Yield Management
- Year 2: Tourism and Events Management Pathway
- Kitchen Operations LAB
- Wine and Beverage Studies
- Food Hygiene, Safety and Terminology
- Professional Kitchen and Pastry Techniques
- Restaurant Revenue Management
BA 3RD YEAR
- Sustainable Tourism in the Developing World
- Strategic Management in the Hotel and Hospitality Businesses
- Costing and Budgets of Tourism and Hospitality Industry
- Dissertation
- Year 3: Tourism and Events Management Pathway
- Tourism and Urban Change
- Event Experience Design
- Year 3: Hospitality and Food & Beverage Pathway
- Food and Beverage Workshops
- Commodity Purchasing and Food Merchandising
Study in
Berlin
3 years / 4 years (International route)
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 3 years / 4 years (International Route)
- Intakes: February, October
- Campus: Berlin, Germany
- Degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts
- Price: 2025 February, October | €9,925/year (international students) | €7,450/year (EU students)
Year 3 Direct entry
BSBI, in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), is offering the opportunity to enrich your vocational qualification with this Year 3 direct entry bachelor’s degree in just one year.
Key Facts
Location: BERLIN
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 1 year (full time)
- Intakes: February, October
- Campus: Berlin, Germany
- Degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts
- Price: 2025 February, October | €9,925 (international students) | €7,450 (EU students)
Study in
Paris
3 years
- BA (Hons) Tourism & Hospitality Management awarded by University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
- RNCP Titre Level 6 awarded by PPA Business school
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 3 years
- Intakes: November
- Campus: Paris, France
- Price: €9,925/year (international students) | €7,450/year (EU students)
Year 3 Direct Entry
- BA (Hons) Tourism & Hospitality Management awarded by University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
- RNCP Titre Level 6 awarded by PPA Business school
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 1 year
- Intakes: November
- Campus: Paris, France
- Price: €9,925 (international students) | €7,450 (EU students)
The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement
Edge Student Hub
Finding the perfect place to live while you study is crucial. BSBI has partnered with Edge Student Hub, to provide an accommodation package that ensures you have a comfortable from day one in Germany. Located just 45 minutes from central Berlin, the accommodation provides convenience and ease. Shared rooms start at €599 per month, with single rooms and shared apartments also available. Secure your ideal living arrangement and focus on your studies without any worries.
Bring a Friend and save €500!
If you have a friend who is also planning to study in Berlin, let your Accommodation Advisor know. You can receive a €500 discount on your final month’s rent for a Shared Room*. Please note that your friend must be enrolled at Gisma, BSBI, UE Germany, or Arden Berlin to qualify for this offer.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing the BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management programme, you will be able to:
Knowledge
- Understand how the specific features of Tourism and Hospitality Management work together to inform strategy and operations within a global context
- Discuss and apply coherent and detailed knowledge of Tourism and Hospitality industries
- Debate current professional opinion and research about trends in Tourism and Hospitality Management and changes that may affect its development in the near or mid-term future
Application
- Use in-depth information to analyse complex problems and suggest creative (sometimes original) solutions appropriate to professional practice in Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Manage operations, innovations and people management to identify and respond to changing briefs in a range of Tourism and Hospitality contexts
- Evaluate critical arguments and information (that may be incomplete) to frame appropriate questions and make judgements regarding solutions to problems related to Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Apply a range of methods and techniques to review, consolidate, and extend their knowledge, skills and attitudes to support decision-making within the respective industries
Skills
- Initiate and carry out projects – exercising initiative and personal responsibility – to enable Tourism and Hospitality businesses to achieve defined strategic marketing goals
- Apply high-quality managerial and professional skills to create compelling, professional communications to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
- Plan and manage your own ongoing professional development making appropriate use of professional opportunities, networks, publications and research sources
Career Progression
The BA (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management course will provide you with the transferable skills needed to succeed in managerial roles within the global business arena. You will acquire ‘soft skills’ sought after by employers through interacting effectively in groups and teams, while honing the ability to work independently and diligently manage your own time.
More specifically, upon successful completion of this course, students will have the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to pursue careers in consultancy, international finance, non-profit organisations and entrepreneurial ventures.
BSBI’s dedicated Careers Service helps Tourism and Hospitality Management students and alumni reach their career goals and realise their potential. The Service offers specialised support and aims to build long-lasting relationships with local and national employers.
Careers and Opportunities
Graduates of the BA in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme at BSBI will be well-equipped to enter a variety of tourism and hospitality careers. With a degree that combines theoretical knowledge and practical skills, you will graduate prepared for roles such as hotel manager, event coordinator, tourism consultant or travel agent. The course also opens doors to opportunities in related sectors like marketing, customer service and operations management within hospitality and tourism businesses. The global nature of the tourism industry means that graduates can pursue careers in diverse environments, from international hotel chains to boutique travel agencies or even work for tourism boards and destination management companies. Additionally, Berlin’s position as a top destination for travel and hospitality offers excellent networking and employment opportunities, helping you to kick-start your career with valuable connections and industry exposure.
Foundation (International Route)
Minimum Age 17 (titles awarded upon completion of at least 11 years of schooling)
Academic Qualifications ECCTIS UK equivalent to GCSE
English Language Requirements:
Access the Proof of English Guide (UCA) here
BA (Hons):
Minimum Age: 18 years old (titles awarded upon completion of at least 12 years of schooling)
Academic Qualifications: a school leaving certificate that allows you to pursue higher education in Germany (e.g. Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, Matura or International Baccalaureate), or International school leaving certificates, or BTEC/National Diploma, or Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education.
If you do not meet the above academic requirements, applicants with professional qualifications and/or 4 or more years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis
English Language Requirements:
Access the Proof of English Guide (UCA) here.
You can apply now to study with BSBI! It’s quick and easy, here’s how it works:
- Create an account here
- Select the programme and intake you want to apply for
- Complete all sections of the online application
- Submit online application
- Our Admissions Team will liaise with you with regards to next steps
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