
This Bachelor's program in Tourism Management equips you with the skills to excel in the dynamic global tourism and leisure industry. You'll learn to understand and anticipate tourist needs, develop innovative and sustainable solutions, and outperform competitors. The program focuses on providing individual attention and guidance through study coaches and accessible lecturers, ensuring you receive support for both academic and personal challenges. You will explore the vast diversity of the tourism sector, engaging in challenging projects, and undertaking internships with various travel organizations, marketing agencies, event planners, campsites, and hotels. Practical experience is gained through study trips, excursions, and working on real-world projects for clients in the tourism sector, allowing you to build a professional network from the start. A significant aspect of the program involves leveraging technology, such as virtual reality and app development, to enhance tourist experiences and cater to target group needs. You will learn to create impactful plans and end products, collaborating with peers to bring innovative ideas to life.
Upon graduation, you will be equipped with the curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and hospitality skills needed to develop innovative products and services for diverse traveler types. You will understand market demands for countries, regions, cities, or tourism companies, possessing an innovative approach that opens up global opportunities.
Specific entry requirements may vary. Please check the official Saxion website for the most up-to-date information.
Tuition fees are subject to change.
Applicants must have a secondary school diploma equivalent to the Dutch HAVO/VWO level. Specific English proficiency requirements may also apply, so it is recommended to check the official Saxion website for details.
The program duration is 4 years. It starts in September.
The tuition fee for international students is € 9,360 per year. Tuition fees are subject to change.
International students should apply through Studielink, the central Dutch student registration portal. Applicants must also participate in a mandatory study choice check and prepare all necessary documents, including their secondary school diploma.
Graduates can pursue roles such as Tourism Product Developer, Hospitality Manager, Event Planner, Marketing Specialist (Tourism), Sustainability Consultant (Tourism), or Destination Manager. The program equips students with skills for global opportunities in the tourism and leisure industry.