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International Travel and Tourism Management
- HND
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Wigan
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
This course has a global focus, and provides an in-depth understanding of the travel and tourism industry. The qualification forms the basis for careers in the hospitality, travel and tourism sector, particularly a management career. You may specialise in a range of areas, from visitor attractions and human resources, to hospitality and resort management or marketing.
ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
Tutors have extensive experience in industry, from hotel management, to working for leading airlines and tour companies, including Virgin, TUI and Easyjet.
INDUSTRY RELEVANT
A comprehensive guest speaker programme includes industry professionals, from hospitality consultants to local tourism entrepreneurs.
WORK EXPERIENCE
You will have the opportunity to take part in a work experience placement relating to your preferred area of industry – from shadowing managers in hotels, events, or travel agencies.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Students have previously benefited from a European trip - subsidised by the University Centre - to find out more about the latest travel and tourism industry trends at first-hand. In addition, trips are organised throughout each academic year to support with their studies.
Modules
The course provides the opportunity to study: The Travel and Tourism Sector; Finance and Funding in the Travel and Tourism Sector; Marketing in Travel and Tourism, Contemporary Issues in Travel and Tourism; Hopsitality Provision in the Travel and Tourism Sector; Tourist Destinations; Visitor Attraction Management and Travel and Tourism Entrepreneurs; The Developing Manager; Research Project; Sustainable Tourism Development, Legislation and Ethics in the Travel and Tourism Sector; Legislation and Ethics in the Travel and Tourism Sector; Special Interest Tourism; Resort Management; Work based Experience and Employability Skills.Pearson are currently reviewing this Higher National Qualification. Some modules titles may change.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a variety of methods including case studies, projects, group work, assignments and reports.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Wigan
Study options
- HND • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- TT01
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Wigan and Leigh College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- TT01
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a Grade 4 or above in English at GCSE or equivalent.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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Email:applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk
Phone:01942 761111
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