TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT WITH SPECIALISMS - HOSPITALITY Level 5 Foundation Degree

Level 5
Higher Education
Newry Campus
Ulster University

Overview

Subject to Revalidation

The Tourism, Hospitality & Events Management with Specialisms Foundation Degree is a comprehensive programme designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the diverse and exciting field of hospitality and tourism. This foundation degree offers students the opportunity to specialise in one or more areas of the industry, enabling them to develop expertise in their chosen fields and pursue rewarding careers in various sectors.

Throughout the course, students will explore a wide range of subjects related to hospitality such as management, event planning, food and beverage operations, customer service, destination management and facilities operations. Students will gain a deep understanding of the hospitality industry, its global trends, and the challenges and opportunities it presents.

This course is designed to provide and equip students with subject knowledge, leadership and management, industrial experience and practical skills for the hospitality industry.

The programme is designed to meet the needs of the rapidly evolving hospitality industry. Throughout the course, students will be supported by experienced faculty staff who are experts in their fields. Students will benefit from a supportive learning environment that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. They will have opportunities for industry placements, guest lectures from industry professionals, and networking events to enhance their practical skills and industry connections.

Typically, weekly contact hours for part-time students are scheduled for one day per week term time.

Please note this programme is currently under review and some content may be subject to change.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Applicants must:

Be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2025
Have attained a minimum of 56 UCAS points achieved through the completion of A Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved level 3 qualifications
Have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English language. For entry to this programme, applicants should have attained a C grade in GCSE English language and a C grade in GCSE Maths (or equivalent)
Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Policy.

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/ A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

Please note that for Ulster University qualifications, the general entry requirements for Ulster University must also be met in addition to those listed above.

Modules include:

Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Management in Action
Food and Beverage Service Operations
Events Operations
Facilities Operations
Personal Professional Development
Introduction to Work Based Learning
Work Based Learning in Practice
People Management
Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Food and Beverage Management
Managing Financial Performance

Students will be assessed on a regular basis throughout the course, using a range of appropriate assessment methods which include:

Written coursework
Practical work
Class tests
Seminars
Presentations

Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 25/26. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.

Fees displayed for each course represent fees to be charged for year 1 of each programme. Please note that fees may increase in year 2 or 3 of the course. Read more in our Fees Policy at https://www.src.ac.uk/about-us...

Uniform: It is also a mandatory requirement to wear a uniform for Year 1 Food and Beverage Service Operations. Students may purchase these items on their own behalf or via the College.

Field Trips: It is highly recommended that students attend and participate in approximately 3 field trips throughout the duration of the course to enhance their learning experience and to provide them with an insight to progression opportunities for employment and higher education. Each trip may incur a cost of up to £10 for travel, which you will be expected to pay 3 weeks prior to the trip taking place.

Students may wish to complete a summer bridging course and then progress to the final year of BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management at Ulster University or apply to other universities.

The Tourism, Hospitality & Events with Specialisms (Hospitality) provides a pathway for students to pursue various career paths in the hospitality industry. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be well-prepared for roles such as: