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BSc (Hons) Business and Tourism Management

Course overview

Britain’s tourism sector is an economic powerhouse, generating £106 billion annually and employing over 2 million people. This course prepares students for the tourism sector by focusing on sustainability, ethical tourism, crisis management, and global challenges. The program combines academic knowledge with practical skills in tourism management, enhancing both commercial awareness and subject expertise, while tackling the current challenges in the industry.

Entry requirements

Standard Entry Requirements

ARU London's standard offer is 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, e.g. BCC.

Alternatively, ARU London asks for:

  • Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC
  • Scottish Highers: BBCCC
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a business-related subject
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points

All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.

If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Foundation Year Entry Requirements

To apply for the foundation year, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • 5 GCSEs at grade D, or grade 3, or above, including English and Maths
  • Evidence of two years post-GCSE study at Level 3. If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two-year post-GCSE study requirement, but you still have to meet the GCSE requirements.

If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification.

Modules

  • Research Skills10 credits
  • Data Skills10 credits
  • Professional Development10 credits
  • Communication Skills10 credits

Career prospects

The course prepares graduates for various career paths in the tourism and business management sector. Some of the associated job roles include:

  • Tour Manager
  • Travel Agency Manager
  • Tourist Information Centre Manager
  • Tourism Officer
  • Event Manager
  • Hotel Manager
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Holiday Representative

Students will gain practical experience through the Live Project, allowing them to integrate academic knowledge with real-world business scenarios. Additionally, the Employability Scheme offers career support, including CV workshops, interview techniques, and career counseling.

Teaching and assessment

We’ll assess your progress through a variety of methods from coursework, group assignments, activity-based assignments, and exams. You can expect to participate in ongoing problem-solving activities, projects, and presentations. You’ll also be able to access support material through ARU Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

All assignments are designed with your career progression in mind and give you opportunities to develop and improve transferable skills employers look for.

Campus locations

Import and Export Buildings

2 Clove Crescent, Poplar, London, E14 2BE

Fees and funding

Fees, funding and start dates can change. The provider source was checked on 2026-08-17; confirm the latest position with the provider before applying.

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