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Hospitality and tourism degrees with global opportunities

Hospitality, tourism, events and aviation are among the world's most dynamic industries, creating opportunities to work with global brands, international visitors and exciting destinations.

Whether you aspire to manage hotels and resorts, organise major events, work in aviation or shape unforgettable travel experiences, our industry-focused degrees will help you develop the skills, knowledge and confidence employers are looking for.

You'll learn from industry experts, build real-world experience through placements and projects, and benefit from strong links with employers across the hospitality, tourism and events sectors.

From Birmingham to destinations around the world, our hospitality and tourism degrees can help you take the next step towards an exciting global career.

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Our hospitality and tourism degrees combine practical learning, industry experience and global opportunities to help you build the skills and confidence for careers across hospitality, tourism, events and aviation. Explore the courses below, compare your options and apply online when you're ready.

Events Management BA (Hons) / FdA

From managing sporting events and festivals to wedding planning or resorts, this degree course will give you the skills to create exceptional events experien…

International Hospitality and Tourism Management BA (Hons) / FdA

Want to work in hotels, resorts, attractions or events? Our International Hospitality and Tourism Management course gives you…

A career in Aviation And Airport Management

Aviation and Airport Management BA (Hons) / FdA

Take off on an exciting international career by studying our Aviation and Airport Management course. Gain in-depth knowledge of how the aviatio…

International Tourism Management BA (Hons) / FdA

Do you have a passion for tourism and travel? Featuring a year-long placement, this course will give you the skills to launch an exciting care…

“I learned many skills which shaped me to be the person I am now and had countless opportunities to enhance my employability, which I grabbed with both hands. The teaching was fantastic and the course was highly engaging and fun, all while developing my knowledge."

James Whiting, International Tourism Business Management BA (Hons) Co-founder of the multi-million pound Skinny Food Co - Forbes 30 Under 30

“The best bit of my course has to be one of my option modules where I got to spend six weeks supporting in the aviation suite. I have a few career options in mind at the moment including immigration and border force, but, first, I plan to stay on and study for my postgraduate degree in aviation management.”

Kerry White Aviation and Airport Management BA (Hons)

Why study hospitality and tourism at UCB?

Top for student satisfaction

Not only did UCB come third in the UK for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2026, our business and management courses ranked 3rd in the UK and best regionally, with 98% of students agreeing our teaching staff are good at explaining things. We're also the top-scoring university in the UK for academic support within this subject area.

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We're serious about placements

We don't just talk about getting you career-ready, we make it happen. We are one of the UK's largest placement providers, and our food courses feature either mandatory or optional 48-week placements to help you build industry experience. Most are paid too, helping you balance your degree with the cost of living.

You can also gain experience through competitions, live projects and our award-winning training restaurant.

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Industry-approved courses

Our hospitality and tourism courses are shaped by industry, supported by professional accreditations and strong employer partnerships to help you build relevant skills and experience for careers across hospitality, tourism, aviation and events.

You will also learn in specialist facilities across UCB, with £300 million invested in our learning environments.

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Support that goes further

From scholarships and financial support to wellbeing, academic and careers guidance, UCB gives you access to a wide range of support throughout your studies. Whether you need help with money, your wellbeing or planning your next step, there are teams and services here to help you succeed.

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Get to see the world

Our hospitality and tourism courses include exciting international residential trips, giving you the chance to take part in projects in the UK and overseas*, with essential trip costs covered by us.

Past destinations have included Montenegro, Alicante, Marrakesh, Malta, Majorca, Barcelona and Belfast, giving students the opportunity to experience new places, build confidence and make lasting friendships.

*Subject to visa requirements.

Student stories

A city that has it all

Study in Birmingham, one of the UK's most exciting cities. With nearly 40% of the population under 25, there's always something happening, from amazing food spots and shopping to live music, festivals, sport and nightlife. Plus, with London less than 90 minutes away by train and opportunities from leading employers across the city, Birmingham is the perfect place to study, explore and kick-start your future.

Being in Birmingham

The world starts here - our alumni stories

Our hospitality and tourism alumni are building careers across the UK and around the world.

From Aston Villa FC and Moët Hennessy to managing aircraft fleets, leading international tours and delivering high-profile events, our graduates have gone on to work across a huge range of roles. One graduate is also working at the European Youth Forum.

Their stories show just how varied a career in hospitality, tourism, aviation and events can be – and where the skills and experience you develop at UCB could take you.

Community and support

Our diverse and inclusive community will help you build friendships, discover new interests and make the most of university life.

You'll also have access to award-winning support throughout your studies, from academic skills and careers guidance to health, wellbeing and disability support. Whatever your goals, we're here to help you succeed.