📖Introduction

Munster Technological University: Munster Technological University (MTU) is an innovative and forward-thinking institution located in Cork, Ireland. It is the result of a merger between Cork Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Tralee. MTU offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, science, business, art and design, and more. The university focuses on practical learning, industry collaborations, and research that addresses real-world challenges. With a student-centered approach, MTU provides students with a supportive environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development. It aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute to societal and economic development.

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📚About the Program

The Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management provides students with the expertise and knowledge needed to become a successful manager or entrepreneur in this challenging and exciting industry. This course has a strong emphasis on the broad business, management and marketing subjects complemented with tourism specific modules. Learning is based around class delivered lectures, field trips, practical lab classes, guest speakers, and both group and individual project work. MTU Bishopstown Campus has an excellent reputation for working in partnership and consultation with the travel and tourism industry. The delivery of certain modules provides the student with the opportunity to engage actively with industry. In the past, projects have been conducted on behalf of Fota Wildlife Park, Kinsale Chamber of Tourism, Blackrock Castle, Spike Island Tourism Development Plan, Clonakilty Chamber of Commerce, Cork City Council, and Cork County Council. In year 2, there is an elective module where students undertake a relevant five week period or equivalent of work placement in a chosen sector of the Tourism industry. The placement is supported by a member of academic staff in conjunction with a supervisor or workplace mentor. The experience gained will enable the student to recognise their strengths and weaknesses regarding general competence and an awareness of the process involved in developing a career in the tourism industry Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6003 Tourism Principles & Product
TOUR6014 Tourism Geography
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork
INFO6014 Business IT Skills

Group Elective 1
Module Code Module Title
LANG6039 German Language & Culture
LANG7018 Working with French
LANG6005 Introduction to Spanish

Elective
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6018 Irish Heritage, Culture & TG
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6004 Tourism and Travel Principles
HOSP6013 Mgmt Principles For Services
PSYC6001 Behavioural Science
ECON6004 Economics for Services

Group Elective 1
Module Code Module Title
LANG6040 Breakthrough German
LANG7019 French Business and Culture
LANG6006 Basic Spanish

Elective
Module Code Module Title
HOSP6014 Food Service Operations
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6009 Financial Acc for Tour & Hosp
TOUR6015 Intro to Tourism Marketing
LEGS6010 Tourism Law
TOUR6022 Front Office Management
TOUR6021 Airline Studies and GDS

Elective
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6013 Marketing Comm & Brand Mgt
LANG6041 German Language and Society
LANG7016 Applied French
LANG6029 Spanish Language and Society
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
STAT6009 Statistics for Tourism
TOUR6008 Destination & Experiences Mgmt
TOUR6016 Tourism Marketing
TOUR6017 Intercultural Tourism Studies
ACCT6024 Management Acc for Tour & Hosp

Elective
Module Code Module Title
TOUR6019 Work Based Learning in Tourism
LANG6030 Spanish Language and Culture
LANG6038 German for Business
LANG7016 Applied French
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 3 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
TOUR7001 Tourism and the Environment
TOUR7012 Research Methods
TOUR7002 Human Resource Management
TOUR7011 Quality and Customer Relations
HOSP7004 Finance for Hosp. and Tourism

Elective
Module Code Module Title
LANG8016 Working and Living in France
LANG6033 Working with Spanish
LANG7006 Working with German
FREE6001 Free Choice Module
TOUR7009 E-Tourism & Digital Marketing

Stage 3 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
TOUR7003 ER &Managing People in Tourism
TOUR7004 Tourism Industry Learning
TOUR7005 Tourism Industry Learning P&E
TOUR7010 Tourism Services Marketing
TOUR7013 Tourism Events and Festivals

Elective
Module Code Module Title
TOUR7007 Visitor Attractions Management
LANG7001 French 6
LANG7002 German Business & Culture
LANG7012 Spanish Business and Culture
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

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🏫About Munster Technological University

Munster Technological University (MTU) is an innovative and forward-thinking institution located in Cork, Ireland. It is the result of a merger between Cork Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Tralee. MTU offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, science, business, art and design, and more. The university focuses on practical learning, industry collaborations, and research that addresses real-world challenges. With a student-centered approach, MTU provides students with a supportive environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development. It aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute to societal and economic development. MTU's vibrant campus and strong ties with local industry make it an attractive choice for students seeking a well-rounded education and a pathway to career success.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

$0 USD

Tuition fee:

13,500 EUR per year

40,500 EUR in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

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Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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