How long does the BA in Tourism Destination Management take to complete?

The BA in Tourism Destination Management is studied over three full academic years, with top-up routes available for Higher Diploma holders across LSILHHM's online and on-campus routes, with the same content and assessment across delivery modes.

Is the BA in Tourism Destination Management available online, on-campus or both?

The BA in Tourism Destination Management 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 Tourism Destination Management recognised in the UK and internationally?

The BA in Tourism Destination Management is delivered by LSILHHM, part of Harold International College of London, with a curriculum aligned to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and other credible UK and international tourism, travel and aviation service bodies referenced in the module handbook.

What entry requirements apply to the BA in Tourism Destination Management?

Applicants for the BA in Tourism Destination Management 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 Tourism Destination Management cost and is funding available?

Course fees for the BA in Tourism Destination Management 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 Tourism Destination Management | 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 Tourism Destination Management is a BA route pairing academic study with placement, applied briefs and industry-referenced practice. The programme concentrates on destination stewardship, DMO strategy, community engagement and destination positioning, and sits within LSILHHM's tourism, travel and aviation service portfolio in central London. Modules blend theoretical grounding with applied case material drawn from travel agency networks and full-service and premium carriers, 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 Tourism Destination Management module handbook signposts referenced reading from bodies such as the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS).

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 full-service and premium carriers and tour operators. 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

Curriculum aligned with the professional standards of the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH), giving each BA in Tourism Destination Management student credible industry-referenced grounding
Weekly office-hour support from LSILHHM tutors with lived tourism, travel and aviation service experience and current sector contacts
Assessment blend of coursework, applied briefs, presentations, reflective journals and portfolio submissions rather than exam-only formats
Modules referenced against guidance from the Airports Council International (ACI) and the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), so the vocabulary used in class matches the vocabulary used in the sector
Access to LSILHHM's online reading list, industry publications and a referenced sector-report library curated for the BA in Tourism Destination Management
Regular guest sessions from practising tourism development officers, tour operators and other senior tourism, travel and aviation service professionals working in the London and international market
Applied case material drawn from destination marketing organisations, tour operators, international airports and other credible tourism, travel and aviation service settings, rather than invented scenarios

What You Will Learn

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

Who This Course Is For

Learners targeting graduate management or leadership entry into the tourism, travel and aviation service sector
International applicants planning a UK honours degree in tourism, travel and aviation service
Career changers with senior operational experience in tourism, travel and aviation service seeking a degree-level qualification
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 Pathways

Global Tourism Strategist
Airport Operations Manager
Travel Technology Manager
Ticketing & Reservations Manager
Travel Agency Manager
Cabin Crew Manager
Tourism Manager

Our careers service works one-to-one with each BA in Tourism Destination Management learner on CV crafting, LinkedIn presence, mock interviews and warm introductions to employers active in the LSILHHM tourism, travel and aviation service network. Regular employer briefings, industry evenings and site visits give students direct exposure to hiring managers.

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 tourism, travel and aviation service sector
Two academic or professional references

Mature applicants without formal school-leaving qualifications can be considered on the basis of substantial tourism, travel and aviation service experience and a strong personal statement.

Why Study at LSILHHM

LSILHHM is the London School of International Luxury Hospitality & Hotel Management, a specialist division of Harold International College of London focused on the operational, service and strategic disciplines that power five-star hotels, luxury resorts, boutique properties, luxury travel and premium tourism experiences worldwide. Every programme is written by people who have led those environments in real life.

Every LSILHHM programme is aligned with recognised UK and international hospitality bodies, and our curriculum is written and delivered by former luxury hotel general managers, resort operations leaders, chief concierges, spa and wellness directors and international travel executives. Dedicated career services support every BA in Tourism Destination Management learner across CV, LinkedIn, interview coaching and structured introductions to leading employers, with a clear articulation ladder that runs from Certificate and Diploma tiers into Advanced Diploma, Higher Diploma, honours degrees and Master's routes.

Apply for BA in Tourism Destination Management

Applications for the BA in Tourism Destination Management are open now. Speak to the LSILHHM admissions team about your background, upload your documents and confirm your preferred start intake and delivery route. Our team can also talk you through prior-learning credit, English requirements and payment planning. Apply for your full LSILHHM undergraduate hospitality degree and Enrol Now.