BA (Hons) in
International Tourism and Hospitality Management
in collaboration with
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Tourism and hospitality is an industry shaped by unforgettable experiences, cultural richness, and the excitement of exploring new horizons. The BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management Degree Pathway, offered in collaboration with the University of Essex, is more than an academic qualification, it is a gateway to a purpose-driven global career where passion meets professionalism. Graduates earn a prestigious UK degree recognized worldwide.
This degree pathway blends academic rigor with practical learning. Students develop expertise in tourism management, service excellence, marketing, sustainability, and leadership, complemented by practical workshops and structured industry visits to leading four- and five-star hotels and travel operators, ensuring graduates are confident, skilled, and industry-ready.
Entry Requirements
Full Time Student
Year 1: Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have sat for General Certificate of Education in Advanced Level (G.C.E. A/L) and qualified with minimum Three (03) simple passes are eligible for the first year of the degree program
OR
Those who have sat for General Certificate of Education in Advanced Level (G.C.E. A/L) and have not obtained Three (03) simple passes shall follow Certificate Course in Business Management (CCBM) during the first year of the degree program
OR
Those who have completed the General Certificate of Education in Ordinary Level (G.C.E. O/L) / Edexcel Ordinary Level / Cambridge Ordinary Level shall follow the Foundation Programme for Bachelor’s Degree and successfully complete to become eligible to enter for the first year of the degree program
Year 2: Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have successfully completed the course work (including the Independent Project) of the Advanced National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (Full Time) program are eligible to enter the Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
Year 3: BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have successfully qualified in Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management are eligible for the Final Year Top up degree in BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Part Time Students / Professionals
Year 1: Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have qualified in General Certificate of Education in Advanced Level (G.C.E. A/L) with Three (03) Years of work experience
OR
Those who have qualified in General Certificate of Education in Ordinary Level (G.C.E. O/L) with Five (05) Years of work experience
OR
Those who have successfully completed the Advanced Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality Management (ACTHM) are eligible for the first year of degree program on Part Time basis
Year 2: Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have successfully completed the course work (including the Independent Project) of the Advanced National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (Part Time) program are eligible to enter the Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Year 3: BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Those who have successfully qualified in Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management are eligible for the Final Year Top up degree in BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management
Commencement
- Rajagiriya – February 2026 (Year 01)
Programme Fees
Current Fee Structure
Full Time Path
Year 1 – Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Fee: LKR 350,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=Year 2 – Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Fee: LKR 400,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=
Part Time Path
Year 1 – Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Fee: LKR 250,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=Year 2 – Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Fee: LKR 400,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000/=Year 3 – BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Part Time)
Course Fee: LKR 850,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 8,000/=
Awarding University
Course Structure and Modules
Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (Year 01)
Global Tourism and Hospitality
Customer Relationship Management in Tourism and Hospitality
Finance in Tourism and Hospitality
Rooms Division Operations
Travel and Tourism Operations
Food and Beverage Operations
International Relations in Tourism Industry
Front Office Operations
Research Project
Higher National Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (Year 02)
Food and Beverage Supervision
Rooms Division Supervision
Tourism and Hospitality Supervision
Human Resource Management in Hospitality
Digital Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality
Travel Geography
Destination Analysis
Recreation
Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality and Destination Development
Information Technology for Tourism and Hospitality
Final Dissertation
BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Year 03)
Management in International Tourism and Hospitality
Business Strategy for the Tourism and Hospitality Industries
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Dissertation
Consultancy Project
* We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.