First year in Tourism & Hospitality

ILSC module: extra support with study and communication skills during the first year of your degree, preparing you for success at undergraduate level
Optional placement year

Pathways at the University of Plymouth

EU: £9,250

International: £13,500

Two semesters

January and September

UPIC education advisers

Business Foundations

You will build on your knowledge and understanding of business concepts, strategies and models by looking at different types of organisation and a variety of sectors.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 50% exam
Interactive Learning Skills and Communication (ILSC)

You will develop your academic communication skills and use of digital technology for higher education
How will I be assessed? 60% coursework, 40% exam
Introduction to Marketing

You will study the marketing mix, investigate how marketing impacts purchasing behaviour and look at how marketing functions within a business.
How will I be assessed? 30% coursework, 70% exam
Principles of ICT

You will use IT as a fundamental tool for extracting, presenting and distributing data and information, familiarising yourself with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
How will I be assessed? 40% coursework, 60% exam

Food Service Operations

You will develop your knowledge and understanding of food operations for hotels, branded casual dining and quick-service restaurants, including trends, management, systems, procedures and legal requirements.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 50% exam
Hotel Operations and Revenue Management

You will look at hotel design, legal requirements, front office roles and procedures, and technical and facility operations.
How will I be assessed?50% coursework, 50% exam
Introduction to Sustainable Hospitality Management

You will learn about the management of international hospitality operations, exploring good practice and sustainability.
How will I be assessed? 100% coursework

Introduction to Tourism

You will explore the development of UK tourism, and develop your knowledge and understand of supply and demand in the industry.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 50% exam
The Tourism Industry

You will examine private sector tour operation, retail travel and business tourism, building an understanding of current trends and developments in global tourism.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 50% exam
Tourism Environments and Behaviours

You will identify the ways in which tourism affects the environment and indigenous communities, developing awareness of the principles and practice of sympathetic management. You will also look at tourist demand and behaviour.
How will I be assessed?50% coursework, 50% exam

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