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International Hotel and Hospitality Management - BA (Hons) Degree

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BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management

BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management with Internship

Cardiff is an ideal place to study International Hotel and Hospitality Management. As a thriving capital city, with a rich cultural heritage and resilient hotel and hospitality industry, you'll have endless opportunities to gain real-world work experience on your doorstep.

Professionally accredited by the Institute of Hospitality (IoH), you will benefit from free membership with unlimited access to recourses that will help you with your studies and future career.

Your learning is underpinned by research from the Council for Hospitality Management Education (CHME)​, the Welsh Centre for Tourism Research (WCTR) and our expert academic staff.

Work-based learning in our own purpose-built, on-site hospitality suite and adjoining kitchens, will get you industry ready to become a skilled hotel and hospitality manager in one of the largest global industries.

You have the option to choose a year-long work placement in the UK or abroad with our International Hotel and Hospitality Management with Internship pathway. Past internship destinations include Disney World in Florida, Silverstone Grand Prix, The Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa (Bath), Greenwich Country Club (USA), and the Scottish Golf Open.

Giving you a competitive edge in the global marketplace, we also offer the unique opportunity to study a language as part of your degree.

Our close links with industry partners has never been more important to understand challenges the industry is overcoming. Learn how the hotel and hospitality industry is adapting and innovating to stay ahead of the curve from business leaders in the know.

Benefit from live webinars, guest lectures and mentoring opportunities with industry experts. A mix of academic theory, hands-on experience and industry knowledge will equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of hotel and hospitality management.

You will leave us as an industry ready professional ready to deliver experiences that create memories and make an impact as a senior manager in the international hotel and hospitality sector.

100% of graduates in work or further study within 15 months of graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023)




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Key Course Information

UCAS Codes:
N220 - 3 year degree
N22F - 4 year degree (including foundation year)

Place of Study:
Llandaff Campus

School:
Cardiff School of Management

Course Length:
Three years full-time.
Four years full-time if undertaking year-long industry placement.
Four years full-time if undertaking foundation year.
Five years full-time if undertaking foundation year and year-long industry​ placement.​

EXPLORE OUR FACILITIES | VIRTUAL TOUR
Take the tour

Take a virtual walkthrough of our Hospitality Suite and adjoining industry kitchens at Cardiff School of Management.

DEGREE HIGHLIGHTS
Degree Highlights

Watch International Hotel and Hospitality Management student, Marios, talk about his experience hosting an annual industry dinner at our Hospitality Suite and leading the winning team to victory at the latest Passion for Hospitality competition.

STAFF PROFILE

“I’m Dr Darryl Gibbs, Programme Director of BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management. I teach on a range of subjects across undergraduate and postgraduate modules. My industry background is in Food and Beverage management and my research interests include critical hospitality studies, gender, sexuality and identity in tourism, hospitality and events and the co-construction, delivery and performance of hospitable experiences. We have a huge range of hotel and hospitality industry experience and knowledge here on the team and invite you to come and study in one of the most hospitable cities in the UK!”

Dr Darryl Gibbs
Programme Director

STUDENT & GRADUATE EXPERIENCE
Graduate Profile
Student Profile

"The International Hotel and Hospitality Management degree at Cardiff Met has so many practical elements which is great for someone like me who has always preferred hands-on learning.

Not only does the course help you really apply your learning to real life scenarios, but it also builds your confidence, communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a team setting.

The lecturers are all so friendly, upbeat, and always open to any questions you may have, which makes coming to university fun and really puts you at ease.

There are so many different areas you can explore and go into after completing the 3 years - the possibilities are endless, and I can’t wait to get out into industry!"

Tanisha Ring - BA (Hons) International Hotel and Hospitality Management

Blog
How studying International Hotel and Hospitality Management at Cardiff Met led to a manager role at The Manor House Hotel

International Hotel and Hospitality Management graduate, Gareth, tells us about his role as Food and Beverage Manager at The Manor House, part of The Exclusive Collection.
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Blog
My experience working around the world with the International Hotel and Hospitality Management Degree

International Hotel and Hospitality Management graduate, Hope, shares her experiences working around the world from Universal Studios in Orlando to the Arctic X Prix in Greenland.
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Blog
Leading Cardiff Met’s winning team at the Passion4Hospitality business competition 2023

International Hotel and Hospitality Management student, Marios, blogs his incredible experience leading the winning team to victory at the Passion4Hospitality business competition 2023.
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‘Take every opportunity you can’ – My highlights studying Hospitality at Cardiff Met

Kieron blogs about his highlights studying International Hotel and Hospitality Management at Cardiff Met.
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Graduate Profile
Graduate Profile

"The guidance and knowledge from the lecturers at Cardiff Metropolitan University helped me delve into different hospitality & events sectors that I would not have initially considered, this includes large sporting events, which is now my perfect career. The topics covered across all the modules allowed me to learn about the fundamentals of the industries as well as my personal development, both aspects have helped me significantly in my role now and the stages beforehand.

I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my time at Cardiff Metropolitan University, the support and experiences were invaluable – I’d recommend the University to everyone."

Sophie Edwards, BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management and Hospitality Coordinator at Cardiff City FC.