International Tourism Management (Dual Degree with SII DUFE) BSc (Hons)
Program Overview
Introduction to the International Tourism Management Programme
The International Tourism Management programme is a dual degree offered in collaboration with SII DUFE, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the global tourism industry. This programme aims to develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field, with a strong focus on sustainability, industry practice, and research themes.
Programme Details
- Awarding Body: University of Surrey
- Teaching Institute: University of Surrey
- Framework: FHEQ Level 6
- Final Award and Programme/Pathway Title: BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management (Dual Degree with SII DUFE)
- Subsidiary Awards:
- Ord: International Tourism Management (Dual Degree with SII DUFE)
- DipHE: International Tourism Management (Dual Degree with SII DUFE)
- CertHE: International Tourism Management (Dual Degree with SII DUFE)
Modes of Study
| Route Code | Credits and ECTS Credits |
|---|---|
| Full-time | UKA10075, 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | UKA10120, 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
Faculty and Department/School
- Faculty: Arts, Business and Social Sciences
- Department/School: Surrey Hospitality & Tourism Management
Programme Leader
- Name: KNOX Dan (SII DUFE)
Date of Production/Revision of Spec
- Date: 27/01/2026
Educational Aims of the Programme
The programme aims to:
- Be truly international
- Be grounded in an ethos of sustainability
- Develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field
- Reflect current industry practice and research themes
- Provide a professional, creative, dynamic, and supportive learning environment
- Recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual
- Be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest
- Produce employable individuals who reflect the characteristics of the Surrey hospitality and tourism management graduate
Programme Learning Outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| Critically analyse the role of sustainability from a range of stakeholder perspectives in the international tourism industry | KC | Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Showcase coherent and detailed knowledge of the tourism industry sufficient to undertake managerial tasks at a professional level | KP | Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Demonstrate agile, resourceful application of the relevant managerial skills in the global tourism industry | PT | BSc (Hons) |
| Critically evaluate and creatively use a range of digital technologies for information, communication, and problem-solving in contemporary business contexts | CPT | DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Show a developed appreciation of and respect for diverse perspectives in the international context of the tourism industry | KC | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Display a critical awareness of the Global Challenges affecting the tourism industry | KC | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Select, evaluate and synthesise a wide range of academic and industry resources | CP | DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Demonstrate effective decision-making skills in complex and unpredictable contexts | PT | Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Display the qualities and transferable skills necessary to exercise initiative and personal responsibility in tourism employment | PT | CertHE, DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Apply critical thinking skills and knowledge to appreciate the inter-relationships between tourism sub-sectors and stakeholders | KCP | BSc (Hons) |
| Devise and communicate solutions to solve current problems in tourism using ideas and techniques which may challenge current business practices | PT | BSc (Hons) |
| Engage and debate current research and advanced professional practice at the forefront of tourism practice | KC | Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Display independent and reflective thought needed to undertake continuing professional development required of a career in the global tourism industry | PT | DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Demonstrate systematic knowledge and understanding of issues related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion relevant to management in the international tourism industry | KPT | DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
| Display an ability to deploy accurately established techniques to build creative and/or innovative solutions to existing problems in the tourism industry | CP | BSc (Hons) |
| Communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist audiences | PT | DipHE, Ord, BSc (Hons) |
Attributes Developed
- C: Cognitive/analytical
- K: Subject knowledge
- T: Transferable skills
- P: Professional/Practical skills
Programme Structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over three academic years, consisting of 360 credits.
Full-time with PTY
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of 480 credits.
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
| Module Code | Module Title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN1067 | TOURISM MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN1130 | SERVICES MARKETING | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN1140 | FUNDAMENTALS OF SERVICE DELIVERY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN1158 | THE VISITOR ECONOMY AND BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN1108 | TOURISM AND SOCIETY | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN1110 | FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING IN SERVICE INDUSTRIES | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN1135 | THE TRAVEL AND TOURISM INDUSTRY | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN1156 | SUSTAINABILITY IN AVIATION AND TOURISM | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module Code | Module Title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN2112 | MANAGING ORGANISATIONS AND HUMAN RESOURCES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN2154 | APPLIED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN SERVICES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN2219 | DESTINATION MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN2159 | GASTRONOMY | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN2193 | VENUE MANAGEMENT | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN2206 | DIGITAL INNOVATION AND DATA ANALYTICS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN2220 | VISITOR ATTRACTION MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN2215 | DIGITAL MARKETING IN THE VISITOR ECONOMY | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN2192 | TOURISM FIELDTRIP | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| MAN2216 | INTERCULTURAL MANAGEMENT IN THE VISITOR ECONOMY | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| MAN2218 | AIRPORT MANAGEMENT | Optional | 15 | 2 |
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
| Module Code | Module Title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN3160 | BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3236 | STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3235 | ECONOMICS OF LEISURE AND TOURISM | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3149 | LEADERSHIP | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3212 | DIGITAL EVENTS MANAGEMENT | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3165 | LAND TRANSPORT SYSTEMS | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3232 | VISITOR ATTRACTION MANAGEMENT | Optional | 15 | 1 |
| MAN3161 | DISSERTATION | Compulsory | 30 | 2 |
| MAN3233 | TOURISM STRATEGY AND INNOVATION | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| MAN3230 | DESTINATION MANAGEMENT | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| MAN3156 | STRATEGIC BRAND MANAGEMENT IN EVENT, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| MAN3166 | INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT PLANNING AND POLICY | Optional | 15 | 2 |
Opportunities for Placements/Work-Related Learning/Collaborative Activity
- Associate Tutor(s)/Guest Speakers/Visiting Academics: Yes
- Professional Training Year (PTY): Yes
- Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY): No
- Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme): No
- Study exchange (Level 5): Yes
- Dual degree: Yes
Other Information
This programme record is for students starting at SII-DUFE (Year 0 + 1) and taking part of their study at The University of Surrey in the UK (Years 2 + 3).
Quality Assurance
The Regulations and Codes of Practice for taught programmes can be found at the University's website.
Conclusion
The International Tourism Management programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the global tourism industry, focusing on sustainability, industry practice, and research themes. The programme aims to develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field, with a strong focus on employability, digital capabilities, global and cultural capabilities, sustainability, and resourcefulness and resilience.
