Is the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies available online, on-campus or both?

The BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies runs across Online and On-Campus delivery, letting UK-based, distance-based and international applicants pick the delivery mode that best fits their working life.

Is the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies recognised in the UK and internationally?

The BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies is delivered by LSILHHM, part of Harold International College of London, with a curriculum aligned to the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) and other credible UK and international integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice bodies referenced in the module handbook.

What entry requirements apply to the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies?

Applicants for the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies should meet LSILHHM's Bachelor (BA/BSc) entry criteria set out in the Entry Requirements section above, including English proficiency evidence for international applicants.

How much does the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies cost and is funding available?

Course fees for the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies vary by delivery route and intake. Speak to the LSILHHM admissions team for the current fee schedule, payment plans and any scholarships you may be eligible for.

BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies | LSILHHM | Harold International College of London

Course Overview

Delivered over three full academic years, with top-up routes available for Higher Diploma holders, the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies is a BA route pairing academic study with placement, applied briefs and industry-referenced practice. The programme concentrates on integrated hospitality and tourism practice across hotels, destinations and travel businesses, and sits within LSILHHM's integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice portfolio in central London. Modules blend theoretical grounding with applied case material drawn from international hotel groups and resort development businesses, and every submission is written up to a professional standard.

Delivery is available on-campus in central London and online for UK-based, distance-based and international learners, with the same syllabus, tutors and assessment across all routes. Applicants can choose the delivery route that best fits their current work commitments, family life and travel plans, and switch between routes at defined intake points if their circumstances change. LSILHHM tutors provide weekly office hours, and the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies module handbook signposts referenced reading from bodies such as the UKHospitality.

By the end of the programme graduates leave with an honours qualification, placement experience, a professional portfolio and the confidence to enter graduate-management programmes at hospitality consultancies and resort development businesses. The LSILHHM careers team supports graduates into their first role with structured coaching, employer introductions and a warm handover to alumni already working in the sector.

Key Features

Assessment blend of coursework, applied briefs, presentations, reflective journals and portfolio submissions rather than exam-only formats
Access to LSILHHM's online reading list, industry publications and a referenced sector-report library curated for the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies
Curriculum aligned with the professional standards of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving each BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies student credible industry-referenced grounding
Small cohort sizes and structured peer-review workshops that let BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies students learn from each other's live projects and case work
Career support covering CV, LinkedIn, mock interview, employer briefing and structured introductions across LSILHHM's integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice network
A structured London orientation programme that connects new students with the wider LSILHHM integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice alumni community and industry mentors
Regular guest sessions from practising hospitality consultants, hospitality consultants and other senior integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice professionals working in the London and international market

What You Will Learn

Interpret ESG, sustainability and community-impact reporting in a hospitality and travel context
Model revenue, occupancy and demand scenarios at property, sub-brand and portfolio level
Complete a placement-informed applied project that combines theory with sector reality
Diagnose and improve service delivery across integrated hospitality and tourism practice across hotels, destinations and travel businesses, from customer journey through operating model
Manage suppliers, contracts, service-level agreements and small operating budgets
Design brand-aligned experiences for a defined guest, traveller or client persona
Present strategic recommendations to a senior audience in tight, evidence-backed formats
Lead cross-functional projects across rooms, F&B, marketing, digital and support functions

Who This Course Is For

Higher Diploma or Advanced Diploma holders using the LSILHHM top-up route into an honours degree
A-Level, IB or equivalent international qualification holders entering university study
Career changers with senior operational experience in integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice seeking a degree-level qualification
International applicants planning a UK honours degree in integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice
Learners targeting graduate management or leadership entry into the integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice sector

Career Pathways

Hospitality Executive Consultant
Hospitality Consultant
Hospitality Strategy Analyst
Hospitality Sustainability Manager
Hospitality Programme Director
Hospitality Business Development Manager
Hospitality Research Analyst

Every LSILHHM integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice student has access to structured career planning sessions, CV and LinkedIn support, mock interviews and introductions to employers in our network. The careers team maintains live relationships with resort development businesses and destination and tourism authorities and matches students to opportunities that fit their strengths and career ambitions.

Entry Requirements

A-Levels (BBC or above) or IB (26+ points) or equivalent overseas qualifications
A completed Higher Diploma or Advanced Diploma for top-up routes
IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or equivalent English proficiency
Personal statement outlining career objectives in the integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice sector
Two academic or professional references

Mature applicants without formal school-leaving qualifications can be considered on the basis of substantial integrated, strategic and cross-sector hospitality practice experience and a strong personal statement.

Why Study at LSILHHM

LSILHHM sits inside Harold International College of London as the specialist school for luxury hospitality, hotel operations, resort management and premium travel study. The school was set up to fill the gap between generic business degrees and the specific service, brand and commercial disciplines that separate five-star hospitality from the wider market.

LSILHHM programmes are aligned with UK and international hospitality bodies, delivered by former luxury general managers and resort leaders, and supported by dedicated careers services covering CV, LinkedIn, interview practice and warm employer introductions. Learners on the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies sit inside a clear articulation ladder that runs from Certificate through Master's routes, with defined credit for prior study across LSILHHM tiers.

Apply for BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies

To apply for the BA in International Hospitality & Tourism Studies, speak to the LSILHHM admissions team about your background, confirm your intake and complete the online application form. We will walk you through English requirements, document checks and any prior-learning credit you may be eligible for. Apply for your full LSILHHM undergraduate hospitality degree and Enrol Now.