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

Level 5
Higher Education
Newry Campus
Ulster University

Overview

Subject to Revalidation

The Tourism, Hospitality & Events with Specialisms - Tourism is an interesting programme designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the diverse and exciting field of hospitality and tourism. This foundation degree course offers students the opportunity to specialise in one or more areas of the tourism 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 tourism. They will study topics such as hotel management, event planning, tourism marketing, customer service, destination management, sustainable tourism, and cultural heritage. Students will gain a deep understanding of the tourism industry, its global trends, and the challenges and opportunities it presents.

Tourism management is a key focus of the foundation degree programme. Students will learn essential management principles and practices, including operational management, financial management, human resource management, and strategic planning. They will develop the skills necessary to lead teams, manage resources, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and drive business growth in the tourism industry.

Typically, weekly contact hours are scheduled one day per week during 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 the course, is evidence that the learner or apprentice is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

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 the selection of all courses.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.

Applicants should normally have obtained a minimum of 56 UCAS points achieved through the completion of A-Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved level 3 qualifications.
Applicants must 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).

The College’s Admissions Policy reflects the expectations of the UK Quality Code May 2023. Please note that 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. The list of acceptable qualifications for equivalency to English and mathematics for Ulster University is available from the following link: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/entrance-requirements#eng. 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.

The entrance criteria above may change subject to awarding body regulations. The College reserves the right to enhance the entrance requirements where demand exceeds the number of available places. In addition, where places remain available the College reserves the right to offer places to candidates with a profile less than that listed above.

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) Procedure.

For further detail on our entry requirements please review our Admissions Policy & Criteria.

Modules include:

Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Management in Action
Inbound & Domestic Tourism
Events Operations
Global Travel Destinations
Introduction to Work Based Learning
Work Based Learning in Practice
People Management
Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Global Tourism Management
Managing Financial Performance
Personal Professional Development

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...

Field Trips: It is highly recommended that students also 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 into 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 Tourism Management at Ulster University or apply to other universities.

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