International Tourism Management
MSc
Key facts
Start dates
September 2019 / September 2020
Location
Course length
Full time: 12 months or 24 months in sandwich mode which includes one year's full-time paid supervised work experience.
Part time: 24 months
Department
Oxford School of Hospitality Management
Overview
On our International Tourism Management MSc you will study the political, social, economic challenges facing the tourism industry. You will explore:
- how innovation and entrepreneurship might provide solutions to these challenges
- the impact this has on consumer behaviour.
Our teaching staff are recognised experts in their fields - academic who are actively researching in this area. And you will engage with industry experts through our range of events and visiting speakers.
By working with our industry partners, you will gain ‘real world’ experience working on a Tourism Consultancy Project.
On completing the taught element of the course you have the option to take a one year, paid work placement. We will support you in finding a placement. And you will be supervised throughout by a member of our academic team.
You may also be interested in having a look at our other related courses:
How to apply
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
Normally a minimum of a second-class honours degree or equivalent in any subject.
Entry will be subject to two satisfactory references (one of these must be an academic reference). Although useful, prior work experience in the hospitality and tourism industry is not a requirement for this course.
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language you will need to satisfy the university's English language requirements:
- IELTS minimum level 6.0, (with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking).
- If you have completed your undergraduate degree in the UK (at least one full year of study) you will automatically meet our English language requirements
Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you meet the entry requirements for your postgraduate course and also familiarise you with university life in the UK.
Take a Pre-Master's course to develop your subject knowledge, study skills and academic language level in preparation for your master's course.
If you need to improve your English language, we offer pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements of your chosen master’s course.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Application process
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year your fees will increase each year.
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
We offer an International Business in Practice Study Trip module. This study trip is voluntary and all costs associated with the trip will need to be funded by you.
The destination varies from year to year, so it is not possible to give a precise cost. As an example, the fee for the Boston USA field trip in July 2019 was £1580 and included: accommodation for 7 nights in the Boston area insurance company visits (e.g. Facebook, Dunkin Brands, Trip Advisor, Microsoft, Bank of America) group transportation for all activities and some of the meals. This fee did not include international airfare, visa application fee (if relevant), dinners and activities during your free time.
Learning and assessment
You will study compulsory modules which enable you to develop a deeper understanding of the complexity of international tourism.
As a member of the Bacchus Society you will have the opportunity to meet successful alumni and industry experts. And attend exciting events such as the Bacchus Alumni Awards. You will also be mentored by a senior industry professional. They will help you to develop your career prospects and professional network.
Our students and staff come from all over the world. This gives you a multicultural learning and social environment in one of the world's great student cities, Oxford.
Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from that shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
You will be taught through the following methods:
- workshops
- seminars
- lectures
- case study analysis
- one-to-one tutorials.
Your learning experience will be participative, student-centred and interactive.
Your course tutors bring commercial expertise into the classroom, informing you of contemporary developments taking place in tourism and hospitality.
A voluntary International Business in Practice Study Trip module is included on the course.
Field trips
The International Business in Practice Study Trip module allows you to experience ideas and practices of global business. During the trip you will have direct interaction with management executives and practices. You will: attend presentations from local management executives and experts go on site visits to major corporations and agencies. This study trip is voluntary and you will need to fund all costs associated with the trip. It is not linked to university assessments in any way.
We also run a study trip to Chengdu, China. If you choose the study trip (which runs in July), we will give you all the details by March so that you can make your decisions ahead of the trip in July.
If you successfully complete this non-credit bearing module, it will be recorded on your transcript as P58335 International Business in Practice: Study Trip.
Each year, there are opportunities to go on field trips such as visits to:
- attractions
- hotels
- museums
- the corporate office of a leading international hotel company.
Field trips are optional and you will need to cover the cost. Some field trips are subsidised.
Research
There are two research clusters in the International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies and the Centre for Diversity Policy Research and Practice which relate to this subject:
After you graduate
Career prospects
This course equips you for a career in the international tourism sector. This may involve working with international tourism businesses in the private sector, such as travel agencies and tour operators, or working in the public sector with local, or national tourism organisations, destination management organisations, or government agencies. You might also consider starting your own business, or social enterprise.
Some students choose an academic career by studying for a PhD with us, or in other universities. Our study programme provides students with excellent preparation for doctoral studies and careers in teaching in universities.
Our Staff
Professor Levent Altinay
Levent teaches Strategic Management, and Entrepreneurship and Research Methods
Read more about LeventRachel Wong
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