BA (Hons) Tourism and Events Management with Sandwich Year in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

Launch your professional journey with one of the UK's most longstanding tourism-focused degree programs. Our BA (Hons) Tourism and Events course boasts an exceptional industry reputation, earning Centre of Excellence status from both the Institute of Travel and Tourism (the UK's professional body) and the Association for Events Management Education (AEME). This program equips you with vital practical, interpersonal, and creative competencies within one of the most dynamic business sectors. Learn from distinguished academics and seasoned professionals who leverage their extensive industry connections with regional, national, and international organizations to blend practical insights with theoretical knowledge. Our approach emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, industry guest lectures, real-world case studies, consultancy projects, and event planning initiatives. You'll collaborate directly with industry experts, potential employers, and academic staff, while also having access to paid internship opportunities through the Santander Internship Programme. Placement options span prestigious organizations including Beaconhouse Events, Premier Inn, Marriott Hotels (both UK and US locations), Disney, and Butler Search Group (specializing in placements at luxury US resorts). Students can also pursue international study opportunities in Spain, France, and the US. Graduates secure diverse global positions, with recent alumni becoming Business Development Managers at the Institute of Travel and Tourism, Senior Events Managers for Marriott Hotels, and Directors of Global Sales in aviation. Northumbria ranks among the top 30 institutions for Business and Management graduate outcomes (LEO 2020), with our program holding the prestigious AACSB accreditation for Newcastle Business School.

Choosing either a professional placement or international study year enhances your employability and career prospects through our BA Tourism and Events Management program. We prioritize developing transferable skills that unlock opportunities across tourism and events sectors, including communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Our graduates have secured roles worldwide, from Business Development Managers to Assistant Directors of Sales at luxury hotels like the Ritz Carlton, with placements spanning Dubai, the USA, and beyond. Whatever path you choose, you'll benefit from our AACSB-accredited program at Newcastle Business School.