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Develop the skills and knowledge to advance rapidly in tourism and hospitality management. Undertake international field visits and study abroad opportunities. Start your career in this exciting and growing sector.
An MSc is an internationally respected qualification. In one year, you'll develop the skills and knowledge to advance rapidly in tourism and hospitality management.
This master's course takes a social science approach to tourism and aviation and combines it with practical skills for the workplace. In addition to gaining in-depth theoretical knowledge, the specialist focus provided by the Aviation Management Studies module and Tourism and Aviation major project will prepare you for a career in this exciting and growing sector. We organise a number of field trips and company visits to put your learning into a real-world context.
You’ll be taught by passionate academics who produce world-leading research, and throughout your degree, you'll have one-to-one support from academic staff. A typical week for you will include lectures, seminars, study visits, and group work. These are supported by a range of guest speakers from diverse academic and industry backgrounds.
Compared to an undergraduate course, you'll find that this master's degree requires a higher level of independent working.
Your progress will be assessed by essays, presentations, portfolios of evidence, and a dissertation.
Our typical offer is:
| Qualification | Minimum grade |
|---|---|
| a Canadian bachelor's degree | GPA 2.40 |
| a USA bachelor's degree | GPA 2.5 |
If you already hold a postgraduate qualification, please see our Applying for additional postgraduate degrees Help and Advice article.
If you don't meet our standard entry requirements, you can take one of the foundation pathways at our partners ONCAMPUS Sunderland. Find out more information and whether your course is eligible on our ONCAMPUS page.
If your qualification is not listed above, please contact the Student Administration team at studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk for further advice.
We require you to hold at least a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
If English isn't your first language, please see our English language requirements.
2025/26 fees are:
Please note that part-time study is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in the UK.
If you're unsure whether you qualify as a UK, EU, or international student, find out more in our Help and Advice article.
Take a look at the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.
This information was correct at the time of publication.
An MSc is a challenging qualification which requires significant dedication. Employers recognise its worth and the value that an MSc-qualified graduate can bring to their organisation. This master's course equips you with the skills and understanding to progress rapidly in tourism and hospitality management, and potential employers include attractions and museums, airports, tourism companies, and major airlines.
Previous field trip opportunities have included North East, national throughout the UK, and international including destinations such as Dublin, Prague, Barcelona, and New York.
I’ve had supportive lecturers who have equipped me with the skills and knowledge needed to progress
