Published: 27 June 2025
Tourism plays a big role in shaping cultures and economies in today’s fast-changing world. Are you passionate about travel, culture, and hospitality, and dream of a life-changing career that combines exciting international opportunities with practical skills, this blog will show how a tourism degree from the University of Sunderland in London can open up a world of opportunities and help you build a successful future.
What You Will Study
A degree in tourism equips you with the knowledge and skills essential for an exciting career in the fast-growing travel industry. This well-rounded programme combines theoretical learning with practical experience, ensuring that you are confident and ready to succeed in the industry. You will also explore cultural diversity and its impact on the tourism sector. By focusing on current trends and challenges, this course will help you develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply your knowledge to real-world situations.
Courses We Offer
We offer a range of courses to suit different stages of your academic and professional journey:
Foundation Degree (FDA) in Tourism and Events Management - This entry-level course is perfect if you want to build a strong foundation before progressing to an undergraduate degree. It offers a hands-on introduction to the tourism sector, preparing you for real-world challenges
BSc in International Tourism and Hospitality Management - This undergraduate degree offers a more in-depth exploration of tourism, hospitality, and event management. You will engage in case studies, group projects and research assignments that prepare you for leadership role in the industry.
MSc in Tourism and Hospitality - For those who want to specialise and advance their careers, the MSc programme provides an opportunity to dive deeper into research, policy development, and sustainable tourism practices at a higher academic level. Equipping you for senior positions or research roles.
Learning Beyond the Classroom: Industry Visits and Trips
One of the highlights of studying Tourism is the opportunity to visit prestigious hospitality venues and cultural institutions. Our students frequently take trips to iconic places such as the Hilton Hotel and The Savoy, where they get to observe top-class service standards and hospitality operations firsthand. These visits offer helpful information on how world-renowned venues maintain excellence and manage diverse customer needs.
Additionally, visits to museums and cultural sites gives you an understanding of the heritage and cultural aspects of tourism- a rapidly growing sector that plays a key role in attracting visitors globally. These excursions improve your learning experience while offering opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
Job Opportunities in the Tourism Industry
The tourism and hospitality industry plays a big role in the world economy and offers different job opportunities. Our graduates are well equipped for careers in hotel and resort management, event planning and coordination, travel consultancy, tourism marketing and promotion, heritage and cultural tourism management, sustainable tourism development and more.
The global demand for skilled professionals in tourism and hospitality means graduates enjoy excellent career opportunities for international travel and cultural exchange.
What Our Students Say
The Tourism degree programme has been praised by our students for its unique approach to learning and the wealth of opportunities it offers. Here, we share some testimonials that highlight the benefits of pursuing a tourism degree at the University of Sunderland in London.
“Studying at the University of Sunderland in London gave me a real theoretical underpinning which I was able to practically apply at work. A very supportive learning environment – especially the academic staff. If you’re passionate about hospitality and want to develop your skills and mindset for career success, the University of Sunderland in London is the perfect University.”. Zoi Delilampou BSc International Tourism and Hospitality Management.
‘’The University of Sunderland in London’s tourism department has a great reputation thanks to the friendly and helpful academic staff. That’s what convinced me to choose to study at the campus. I wanted to learn from experts who are as excited about the tourism industry as I am. You get a lot out of studying here, especially if you’re interested in combining theory with practical skills like I was. If you’re thinking about applying to study here, I would not hesitate for one moment.” Sudiappu Perera MSc Tourism and Hospitality.
These voices reflect our nurturing environment—where both academic achievement and personal circumstances are recognised and supported.
Ready to start your journey in tourism? Discover more about our Tourism courses and take the first step toward building your future today.