Start your global career in hospitality and tourism

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 to succeed.

You'll learn from industry experts, gain practical experience through placements and projects, and benefit from strong links with employers across the hospitality, tourism and events sectors. Eligible UK full-time undergraduate students can also receive up to £6,000 financial support while they study.

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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£6k Cost of Living Allowance

At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 with £6,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport - completely free, with no need to pay it back.

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Explore our hospitality and tourism degrees

Our hospitality and tourism degrees combine practical learning, industry experience and global opportunities to help you build a successful career in one of the world's most exciting sectors. Explore our courses below and apply online to see if we can make you an offer.

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?

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 hospitality and tourism courses feature either mandatory or optional 48-week placements to build your experience. Most are paid too, helping you balance a degree with the cost of living. You can also get experience international projects, study trips and industry experiences.

Placement stories

Industry-approved courses

Our hospitality and tourism courses are industry-approved, supported by professional accreditations and strong employer partnerships, making you stand out and have international career pathways across hospitality, tourism, aviation and events industries to explore. You will also learn in outstanding facilities, which we've invested £300 million in across the university.

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Get to see the world

On our hospitality and tourism courses, we have many exciting international residential trips, your chance to take on 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 and have been the start of many students' love for different countries and lifeflong friendships.

*subject to visa requirements

Student stories

£6,000 to help fund your studies

University is about chasing your goals, not worrying about your finances. That's why eligible UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 will receive £6,000 to help cover living costs and you don't have to pay it back. You can spend less time thinking about money and more time making the most of your experience.

£6k Cost of Living Allowance

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 alumni are doing incredible things in hospitality and tourism.

They are working everywhere from Aston Villa FC to Moët Hennessy, some are managing aircraft fleets, running tours worldwide and delivering high-profile international events. One graduate is working at the European Youth forum.

They are all exciting, fulfilling, challenging and diverse roles, all made possible by studying hospitality and tourism at UCB. The world starts here.

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.

Visit our Clearing open day

Join us at our Clearing Open Day on Saturday 15 August 2026 to explore our campus, facilities and accommodation, meet lecturers and current students, and get advice on your Clearing options.

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