BA (Hons) in Heritage and Tourism, University of Stirling

Stirling,

24 Months

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About this course

If you're interested in building a career in heritage and tourism, this dedicated degree offers a well-rounded curriculum. You'll explore heritage, tourism, history, exhibition design, sociology, marketing, and environmental studies, focusing on the challenges of managing and promoting historic and natural environments in Scotland and beyond. The course is delivered by experienced academic staff who are well-connected with industry partners, ensuring that your learning is grounded in the latest academic insights and real-world practices. You’ll have opportunities to apply your skills practically through field trips and projects, preparing you for a successful transition into the professional heritage and tourism sectors.

Why this course is highly recommended

This degree is highly regarded because it is informed by the expertise of academic staff and their extensive networks with professional partners. The university is ranked among the top five in Scotland for History. Graduates have strong employment prospects, with 96% in employment or further study 15 months after graduating, and students have access to prizes and awards for their research and heritage portfolios.

Specialisation

Students in this programme can focus on diverse areas such as heritage, tourism, history, literature, marketing, and environmental studies. The curriculum includes modules on Heritage Protection, Museums, Heritage, Colonialism, Globalisation, Heritage and Identity, Public History, and Interpretation and Exhibition Design, allowing you to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

19.42L

Living cost

Degree requirements

This course is only available for advanced entry into year 3. Applicants must have a relevant HND or equivalent qualification to start in year 3. Year 1 entry is not available, and prospective students need to have the appropriate diploma to be considered.

English language test

DUOLINGO

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

Career prospects

Graduates with a Heritage and Tourism degree find roles in heritage management, historic buildings inspection, conservation, museum education, curatorial work, exhibition management, visitor attraction operations, and tourism management. The skills acquired are versatile and valued in education, journalism, marketing, civil service, and other fields, with further postgraduate study needed for some areas.

FAQs

Is this course available for first-year entry?

No, the course is currently being withdrawn for first-year entry and is only available for those with a relevant HND (or equivalent) for advanced entry into year 3.

What are the English language requirements?

Applicants whose first language is not English need to provide evidence via IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each sub-skill), Pearson PTE 60 (with at least 59 in each sub-skill), or IBT TOEFL 78 (with specified sub-skill minimums).