BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: Three Years
- Start Date: September 2025 and January 2026
Are you passionate about the hospitality industry? Are you eager to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where each day presents new challenges and opportunities?
Our BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management degree offers a perfect blend of practical hospitality management skills and a comprehensive understanding of the industry's role, both in the UK and globally. This exciting course is ideal for those looking to manage existing hospitality businesses, pursue leadership positions, or even launch new ventures on an international scale.
The service sector and experience economy are now among the largest contributors to the global economy. Our BA International Hospitality Management degree is designed to equip you with the in-demand skills that employers seek, ensuring you can fully take advantage of the wide range of opportunities available in this thriving industry.
As part of the (CHME), you鈥檒l benefit from our connections to the industry and have opportunities to gain work experience and build your professional networks.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 also be able to take advantage of our connection with the , the world鈥檚 leading, award-winning, professional membership body for hospitality professionals around the globe.
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Our programme emphasises practical training through real-world simulations, internships, and industry placements, allowing you to apply your classroom knowledge in dynamic hospitality environments. Placements are an integral part of your course and you鈥檒l explore placement opportunities within a range of our partners.
You will gain hands-on experience across various departments that encompass both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, including restaurant service, housekeeping, and conference and events management. These shifts may occasionally involve late finishes and weekend work, giving you the opportunity to experience all aspects of the hospitality sector.
The programme includes dedicated support for securing internships, with a strong network of industry connections that helps students gain valuable work experience and build professional relationships. On your placements you鈥檒l work, and gain experience, at an operational level in your first year and will move to more supervisory and managerial roles and capabilities in your second and third year.
We have established strong ties with leading hospitality brands and organisations, providing you with opportunities such as mentoring, live briefs, placements, internships and visits. These include, but are not limited to; , , , , , , , , , , and .
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 benefit from regular guest lectures and workshops led by industry experts provide you with insights into current trends, best practices, and career advice directly from professionals in the field. Here you鈥檒l also be able to create connections with experts and build valuable networks.
You will also benefit from the industry mentorship programme offered by our partner organisations. In each year you鈥檒l be allocated an industry mentor from one of our great partners, here you鈥檒l have the opportunity to learn directly from successful and hospitality leaders.
As well as this you鈥檒l 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.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 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.
During your time on international hospitality management course, we鈥檒l give you the teachings you鈥檒l need to ensure businesses are sustainable, profitable and provide a high-quality experience for both customers and staff.
For aspiring entrepreneurs, our programme offers resources and support for developing innovative hospitality concepts, including access to business incubators and mentorship.
With an increasingly interconnected world, our curriculum incorporates international case studies and cross-cultural management, preparing students to thrive in diverse settings and adapt to global hospitality trends and highlights international hospitality trends and practices, preparing students for careers in the global market and giving them a broad understanding of diverse cultures.
What will I study?
Our programme is designed to stay ahead of industry trends, offering specialised modules in areas such as Sustainable Hospitality Management, Innovation and Technology in Hospitality and Global Entrepreneurship in Hospitality equipping students with cutting-edge skills.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 gain the right balance of transferable skills, specialist knowledge and work-based experience, so upon graduation you鈥檒l be prepared for your future career and will be able to match employer鈥檚 needs.
Through dedicated modules you鈥檒l develop your knowledge and skills in technical, supervisory and managerial abilities, preparing you for a global industry. We will help you develop solid business principles, alongside gaining contemporary sector knowledge and plenty of hands-on experience working in areas related to your field of study, such as sustainability.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 also have opportunities to explore the multicultural aspects of the world of hospitality, allowing you to gain first-hand experience in different hospitality markets and enhance your global competencies.
We also place a strong emphasis on skills development for the workplace, including presentation skills, research, data analysis, budgeting, negotiation and content planning.
Upon graduating from the course you鈥檒l be able to demonstrate a 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.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 learn about, and reflect on, the impacts of the hospitality industry on the environmental, economic, social, and cultural fabric of society. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 also be able to recognise and consider the management disciplines which underpin the management of the hospitality industry and their individual operations. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 also gain a strong understanding of the markets, customers鈥 needs and behaviour, and other drivers of change that affect the development of the hospitality industry and their products from an entrepreneurial point of view. This will enable you to develop effective management strategies for hospitality organisations and enterprises.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 develop the necessary skills required to manage a successful hospitality business including technical, supervisory and managerial skills and techniques with a specific application to the international world of hospitality.
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 International Hospitality Management, you鈥檒l study at our High Wycombe Campus, where you鈥檒l be able to explore the world of hospitality management.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 learn from a dedicated team with extensive industry experience and academic backgrounds, ensuring students receive mentorship and insights from professionals who understand the challenges and opportunities within the hospitality industry. We place a strong emphasis on developing leadership and managerial skills, preparing students to take on significant roles within the hospitality industry through workshops, team projects, and leadership training.
驰辞耻鈥檒濒 benefit from our strong employer, industry and trade association links as well as case studies, debates, competitions, 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. 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.
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.
Hospitality has a dynamic and fast-paced nature. It's an industry that never stands still, constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs and preferences of guests. From adopting cutting-edge technology to enhance guest experiences to pioneering sustainable practices to minimise environmental impact, hospitality professionals are at the forefront of driving positive change.Dawn Lawrence Founder of Hospitality Jobs UK (HJUK)
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 鈥 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.
Students starting in September 2025 will have the flexibility to choose their modules in the second and third years, complemented by a subject-specific curriculum in your first year.
What are the tuition fees
Home
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Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: 拢9,535 per year *
International
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Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: 拢15,150 per year *
Following the Government鈥檚 announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to 拢9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to 拢7,145 per annum. Please visit鈥, on the Government鈥檚 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.鈥
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.鈥
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.鈥
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鈥檒l support you on the route to your chosen career. We鈥檒l 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 strong links with employers enables our programmes to be developed to closely match their needs. This gives graduates great employment opportunities upon completion of their degree.
Our BA (Hons) in International Hospitality Management helps prepare you for a range of career possibilities, such as;
- expert operatives
- supervisors
- junior managers.
Creative 鈥榠ntrapreneurs鈥 and start-up business entrepreneurs (niche services) have also been defined for the hotel, meetings and events, banqueting and business venues.
You may also wish to stay on at Buckinghamshire New University and study a postgraduate degree, such as MSc Hospitality Leadership or MSc Hotel Innovation and Sustainability.
If you鈥檙e interested in studying a 2-year Higher Technical Qualification we have a range of courses on offer.
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