Program Overview

Learn about the behaviours and motivations of tourism consumers, industry operations and the planning and development of tourism in various contexts and growth sectors. Experience live consultancy and become equipped to take on the contemporary business environment.

• Become globally, socially and ethically aware of the contemporary business environment.
• Enhance transferable skills to develop a multitude of professional competencies.
• Develop quantitative and qualitative information collection, validation, processing and interpretation skills.
• Have the opportunity to work abroad — with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.
• Grow into a confident, inquisitive and empowered individual who can work autonomously but also develop relationships of teamwork and co-operation.

Learn the specific behaviours and motivations of tourism consumers, industry operations, and understand the planning and development of tourism in various contexts and contemporary growth sectors in the industry. You can choose to specialise in adventure tourism and gain the skills and knowledge needed to manage and work in this dynamic and global sector.

How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

Studying at Sheffield Hallam enables your academic, personal and professional development. You develop the knowledge, attributes and skills desired by employers for highly skilled employment. You learn from current developments in the international tourism and hospitality industries, often including your lecturers' research. You also develop research skills and digital skills, which will help you to work and study more effectively. You enhance your professional skills by working with employers through consultancy projects and reflecting on your performance.

Your learning will take place through a variety of methods such as

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Practical workshops in world-class facilities
• Research projects
• Real-life consultancy experience
• Directed learning activities outside classes
• Diverse assessment tools (e.g. essay, presentation, report, e-portfolio, exam
• Guest speakers and field trips