BA (Hons) Hotel Management
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: Three Years
- Start Date: September 2026
Our degree in Hotel Management is designed to equip you with the practical and theoretical skills and knowledge you’ll need to lead an innovative career within the industry.
Working closely with industry-experts and taking part in paid placements, will allow you to gain a real understanding of how to manage a hotel day-to-day.
On this hotel management course, we work with several hotel partners for mentoring, live briefs, placements, internships and visits. These include, but are not limited to; , , , , , , and .
You will also benefit from the industry mentorship programme offered by our partner organisations. In each year you’ll be allocated an industry mentor from one of our great partners, here you’ll have the opportunity to learn directly from successful hotel leaders.
Undertaking work experience is an integral part of the BA (Hons) Hotel Management degree. This unique approach to studying at BNU, is underlined by our core belief that practical, hands-on experience must always complement a theoretical, research-informed teaching strategy. That is why, as part of your core curriculum, in year two, you’ll put your skills and knowledge into practice through an integrated internship.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in co-curricular, by taking part in community projects organised in collaboration with local hotels, as well as attending guest talks, industry visits and a wide range of networking events, conferences and seminars organised by our school and our industry partners.
Our portfolio of hotel and hospitality courses are accredited and linked to some huge industry bodies. If you decide to study one of our fast-paced degrees, you’ll benefit from our connection with the , the world’s leading, award-winning, professional membership body for hospitality professionals around the globe.
We’re also part of the (CHME). Through this connection you’ll have the opportunity to get close to the industry while you study and gain work experience and build your professional networks.
Studying a hotel management course will help you to gain an in-depth, research-informed, theoretical, and practical understanding of core theories, approaches, and strategies, within the industry.
This course has been developed to mirror today’s Hotel and Hospitality industry and continues to work closely with its own Industry Advisory Board to ensure the curriculum and teaching is relevant. Working with professionals allows us to ensure the course will help you to develop the skills and knowledge the industry is looking for in the next generation of hotel leaders. You’ll engage in real-world, practical activities that will prepare you for a successful entrepreneurial career.
During your time studying on the Hotel and Events Management degree, you’ll have access to our High Wycombe Campus. Here you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, as well as newly built study and social areas. Our Library is open 24/7 and offers a range of resources to support your studies. We also have a Student Learning Achievement Team, who offer tailored support with research skills, critical thinking and referencing .
You’ll also be automatically a member of our Students’ Union, which was rated No.1 in the UK in the 2024 National Student Survey. We are the only university in the UK to offer free access to a huge range of events and entertainment, CV building activities, as well as competitive and recreational sport and wellbeing activities to enrich your time with us as part of our ‘Big Deal’.
What will I study?
Our BA (Hons) Hotel Management will help you to develop your technical, supervisory and managerial abilities, preparing you for a global industry.
We will combine practical elements of hotel management with an in depth understanding of the potential impacts of the hotels and their role within both the UK and internationally.
You’ll gain a thorough grounding in hotel management and the theoretical principles that underpin this. We also place a strong emphasis on skills development for the workplace, including presentation skills, research, data analysis, budgeting, negotiation and content planning.
During the programme you will spend time in the classroom learning the theoretical elements that underpin your knowledge base. You will also spend time in the working environment of our industry partners, gaining experience throughout the course in: reception, restaurants, housekeeping and conference and events.
This mixture of theory and practice will help ensure the relevance of your studies to employability. This will help you to develop solid business principles, alongside contemporary sector knowledge, and plenty of hands-on experience working in areas related to your field of study.
Your hotel management training will teach you how to develop a business through effective communication using a variety of tools, demonstrating strong consumer understanding and a have mind-set that takes measured risks, that perceives and creates opportunities and has the resourcefulness to pursue opportunities in an ethical and sustainable way.
We balance academic rigour with industry readiness, skills, knowledge, and experience. During this programme you will develop a range of relevant skills and knowledge alongside personal development goals. By linking the programme directly to industry advice and expertise, we will support you to become 'industry ready' from the very beginning of your journey.
You’ll learn about, and reflect on, the impacts of hotels on the environmental, economic, social, and cultural fabric of society. You’ll also be able to recognise and consider the management disciplines which underpin the management of the hotels and their individual operations. You’ll gain a strong understanding of the markets, customers’ needs and behaviour, and other drivers of change that affect the development of hotels and their products from an entrepreneurial point of view. This will help you to develop effective management strategies for hotel organisations and enterprises.
By collaborating with institutions like Hotel and Hospitality School and BNU, we not only shape the future workforce but also identify promising individuals who can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our business.”Kerry Crompton-Harris People Director at Compass
How will I be taught and assessed?
On our BA (Hons) in Hotel Management, you’ll be based at our High Wycombe Campus and will benefit from placements at our industry partners, such as , where you’ll be able to explore the world of hotel management.
You’ll learn from staff with current experience in hospitality and hotel management, with many involved in research within these areas. We will encourage you to grow as a professional, helping you to gain the confidence and flexibility you need to thrive in these diverse industries.
We balance the academic requirements of the degree with giving you practical skills and industry experience. You’ll benefit from our strong employer, industry and trade association links as well as case studies, masterclasses and placement opportunities with our industry partners. We also invite guest speakers to deliver sessions, so you can learn from their experiences, expertise and insights.
You will also benefit from trips, site visits and residential field trips to some of the most iconic locations. These include places such as , , , and but may vary from year to year.
Placements are an integral part of your course. You will gain experience in the different departments such as the front office, restaurant, housekeeping and conference and events department. These shifts may involve some late finishes on occasion, as well as weekend work, so that you get to see all aspects of what the hotel offers.
Management is an evolving field and BNU academics are leading projects that keep up to date with the latest trends and take their subjects in fresh directions. You can be confident of learning from people with enthusiasm and expertise at the forefront of their profession, developing valuable industry knowledge and leadership and management skills.
The course combines hotel experience with one of our industry partners, industry-relevant modules and taught sessions to prepare you to become a successful manager.
During a hotel week you would spend three or four days on shift, Monday to Sunday, gaining experience and applying the academic theory from your taught sessions.
You will be assessed in a variety of ways and these are spread out across the year to help make the workload manageable.
Assessment methods include group works and individual work, such as:
- essays
- presentations
- pitches
- Dragons Den style assessments
- case studies
- professional development
- industry briefs and projects
- practical activities.
What are the course entry requirements?
A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112
UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application.
We also accept applicants who have achieved the Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3.
As an inclusive University, we recognise that applicants who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required for entry to this course. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant work experience that equips them to succeed on the course. We will assess this from the information provided in your application – in particular your personal statement - to help us decide on your eligibility for the course.
International students for whom English is a second language require an IELTS score of 6.0, with no area below 5.5 (or a recognised equivalent).
If you have studied qualifications in another country, please check our requirements on the Your Country page.
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
What are the tuition fees
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Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £9,535 per year *
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £15,150 per year *
Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.
Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.
Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.
Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.
We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.
The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.
What are my career opportunities?
Throughout your time with us we’ll support you on the route to your chosen career. We’ll help you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders. Our Careers and Employability Team also help you find employment after graduation.
Our BA (Hons) in Hotel Management will help prepare you for a range of career possibilities, such as:
- Hotel Management
- Food and Beverage Management
- Housekeeping
- Guest Experience
- Marketing and Sales
- Restaurant Management
- Events Management
- Revenue Management.
If you’re interested in studying a 2-year Higher Technical Qualification we have a range of courses on offer.
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