UK · Bachelor's
University of Surrey
BSc International Tourism Management
University of Surrey
Course Overview
The University of Surrey's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is ranked among the very best in the world for this discipline (regularly world top 10), and its BSc International Tourism Management is a flagship programme. The degree covers destination management, tourism economics and marketing, sustainable and responsible tourism, digital distribution, and the strategy of global travel businesses — taught in Surrey's modern Guildford campus with strong links to the international tourism and aviation industry. A standout feature is the optional Professional Training Year: a paid year-long placement (often with a major travel, hotel, or destination organisation) that materially boosts graduate employability.
Sri Lankan applicants — for whom tourism is one of the country's most important industries — find Surrey's reputation, placement model, and industry links especially valuable. Most Sri Lankan Edexcel and Cambridge International A-Level applicants meet entry directly, and English-medium qualifications can satisfy the language requirement. The UK Graduate Route gives international graduates a two-year post-study work visa, and Surrey's world-leading tourism brand opens doors at global hospitality groups, airlines, and destination bodies — including a confident return to lead Sri Lanka's tourism recovery and growth.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Sri Lankan GCE A/L: 3 passes — typically BBB or equivalent (ABB for some streams); strong S-grade combinations considered.
- check_circle Cambridge / Edexcel A Levels: BBB.
- check_circle IB Diploma: 32 points.
- check_circle Foundation Year or recognised diploma routes available for applicants below direct entry.
- check_circle Personal statement (UCAS) demonstrating interest in tourism.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each element).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 88 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your school qualification was taught and assessed entirely in English (most Sri Lankan Edexcel / Cambridge International applicants qualify; check Surrey's accepted equivalents).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (£) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | £24,000 | Rs. 9,600,000 |
| Accommodation in Guildford (per year) | £8,400 | Rs. 3,360,000 |
| Living Expenses & Food (per year) | £7,200 | Rs. 2,880,000 |
| Visa (incl. IHS) & Books | £1,800 | Rs. 720,000 |
| Estimated Annual Cost | £41,400 | Rs. 16,560,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
The UK Graduate Route gives international graduates a two-year post-study work visa (three for PhD). Surrey tourism graduates place into roles at major hotel and travel groups (Hilton, Marriott, IHG, TUI, Expedia, Booking.com), airlines, and destination-management organisations, plus consulting and revenue-management functions. Sri Lankan returnees take leadership-track roles at Cinnamon Hotels, Jetwing, Aitken Spence, John Keells Leisure, Sri Lankan Airlines, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, and DMCs — a degree that carries serious weight in a tourism-dependent economy. Median UK graduate starting salary: £26,000/year.
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