About the course

Effective management of tourism development is essential for the future of destinations, communities and the travel and tourism industry. The term ‘over-tourism’ and its associated global impacts has highlighted a real and urgent need for managers who are capable of developing the tourism industry in a sustainable way.

　　This MA tourism development course provides students with higher-level knowledge, skills and capabilities to pursue a specialist career in a broad range of areas in the tourism industry across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The tourism development course will also prepare you for the practical, project-based, and customer focused characteristics of the tourism industry, drawing upon a variety of case studies and engaging you with industry experts.

　　The strategic use of events in both the public and private sectors will be examined, particularly their use as a catalyst for physical, economic and socio-cultural regeneration. You will have the option to choose to focus on developing your personal adaptability in cross-cultural (work) environments. You will begin the process of undergoing your dissertation through research methods and research supervision.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£16,500

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Northampton
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Northampton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Northampton

To be accepted onto this MA international tourism development programme you will normally need to hold a recognised First or Second Class Honours degree from a UK university (or an international equivalent). We consider a wide range of first degree disciplines, which include travel, tourism, and international development.

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other band (or equivalent)

　　TOEFL (iBT) - 88 overall (minimum score: Listening – 17, Reading – 18, Writing – 17, Speaking- 20)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Northampton. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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