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A Foundation Year degree offers guaranteed admission to an Undergraduate program. Ideal for those returning to education who need extra support to enhance their skills, or for students who fell slightly short of entry requirements, our Foundation Year degrees create a perfect pathway to degree-level qualifications. With expert guidance, you'll quickly adapt within a year and be fully prepared to transition smoothly into undergraduate studies at Bedfordshire. The Foundation Year helps strengthen academic writing and numeracy abilities while introducing subject-specific content to ensure you're ready for degree-level study.
Launch a rewarding career in the dynamic world travel sector, spanning airlines, hotels, attractions, and eco-tourism. This internationally oriented program deepens your tourism knowledge while equipping you with practical management skills for the industry. Alongside business and management training, you'll explore pressing global topics like sustainable tourism development, technology's impact on travel, and tourism's environmental, economic, and social effects. Our curriculum frames tourism business within ethical considerations, crucial for an industry centered around natural environments and cultural heritage.
This hands-on course applies theoretical knowledge to real-world situations from the international tourism sector. You'll participate in field trips to popular destinations and attractions, with opportunities for industry placements either in the UK or overseas.
As a member of The Association for Tourism in Higher Education (ATHE), the University of Bedfordshire joins leading UK institutions offering tourism programs. You'll examine various tourism sectors including hospitality, heritage sites, and sustainable tourism while learning strategic business management techniques. Industry guest speakers will share valuable career insights, and you'll hone your analytical skills to interpret complex information - all essential preparation for your professional future.