What’s so great about MSc Tourism Management and Marketing?

It’s great to be in the School of Tourism here at BU. My course of study, MSc Tourism Management and Marketing, has been nothing short of an exciting roller-coaster ride. Want to know what’s great about it? (Once upon a time…) The Lecturers! I know what you’re probably thinking, but it’s never true. Fact: lecturers… Read more » about What’s so great about MSc Tourism Management and Marketing?

My scholarship story: Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)

In life, there are moments when you need that one chance to help you take the step that will define your future. For me, that is what BU offered. The issue of finance was for me always going to be a challenge, considering the value of the pound against my currency, so I was pleased… Read more » about My scholarship story: Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)

My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

My name is Chanunya Boontosang, I’m 28 years old and I come from Thailand. I was awarded a BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism and therefore received a 50% deduction from my tuition fee to study MSc Events Marketing. This has such a massive impact for me! I first heard about this scholarship from a study… Read more » about My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

Pedal2Medal with sports students

On Sunday 25 May, a team of sports management students hosted the event Pedal2Medal at Ensbury Velodrome. Students explained that the aim of the event was to create more awareness for the track and raise funds for ‘Wessex Accessible Cycling Club’, a local charity for disabled riders. Spectators were able to enjoy refreshments, and experience a… Read more » about Pedal2Medal with sports students

Dragons’ Den experience at School of Tourism

The Innovation unit this year involved working with nine local organisations across the Events Management and Events & Leisure Marketing programmes. This year the organisations included: The Print Room, Aruba, Bournemouth International Conference Centre, The Langtry Manor Hotel, Haskins Garden Centre, The Captains Club, The Green House Hotel, Chapel Gate and QE Leisure Centre.  The… Read more » about Dragons’ Den experience at School of Tourism

Final year Retail Management students reveal their plans for rejuvenating Poole

Real life consultancy projects for final year students provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase their ideas, and this year an opportunity emerged a little closer to home. The Dolphin Shopping Centre in Poole has been a major talking point in recent years. Consumers feel that Poole (as a destination) is let down by its shopping… Read more » about Final year Retail Management students reveal their plans for rejuvenating Poole

What they say – School of Tourism Master’s Graduates

“The course was exactly designed and tailored to the dynamics of the contemporary retailing environment. It’s led by academics who have worked in industry, making the experience invaluable and inspirational.” Murat Satilmis, MSc Retail Management Graduate   “A great course, with a strong emphasis upon emerging issues within the tourism industry and equally well situated… Read more » about What they say – School of Tourism Master’s Graduates