Introduction
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Globetrotters who want to make a professional career out of their passion: this way, please! Are you creative, communicative and travel-savvy? Thomas More’s International Tourism and Leisure Management programme can turn your personal passion into a thriving career.
This international study programme will teach you everything there is to know about one of the most dynamic industries in the world. Get ready to upgrade your management skills and become a proficient and committed professional in an often highly competitive environment. Learn to always put the customer first, and to develop fresh ideas, products, and services. Become aware of the challenges with regards to the sustainability in the world of tourism and travel, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime during your international exchange semester and international internship.
Courses
In 2020-2021, we launch 3 new tracks within International Tourism and Leisure. You can now tailor your degree to your own specific interests.
Travel & Tourism | Become a highly-skilled tourism and aviation professional.
Hospitality & Events | You’ll acquire the essential knowledge and skills you’ll need for roles related to planning and organising events as well as those necessary for the hospitality sector as a whole.
Digital Innovations | If you’re looking for a strong foundation in tourism, combined with digital programming skills, e-tourism technology development, IoT, and topped up with a big dose of innovation, this track is for you.
Phase 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
English for International Tourism (3 ECTS)
Business Fundamentals (6 ECTS)
Business Intelligence Fundamentals (3 ECTS)
Entrepreneurial Management 1 (3 ECTS)
Tourism Fundamentals (3 ECTS)
Digital Toolkit (3 ECTS)
Travel Accommodations (3 ECTS)
Survival Dutch OR Professionele communicatie 1 (3 ECTS)
Language Elective (3 ECTS)
International Tourism (3 ECTS)
Culture & Art Topics (3 ECTS)
World Cultures (3 ECTS)
Globalisation & International Marketing (3 ECTS)
Emerging Markets 1: Latin-America (3 ECTS)
Personal Development (3 ECTS)
Business Analytics (3 ECTS)
Intercultural Communication in Tourism (3 ECTS)
2 Language and/or Business Electives (6 ECTS)
Elective courses (language, business and/or intercultural courses) (6 ECTS)
In phase 1 you must enrol in at least 1 major language elective course (French, Spanish, German or Chinese).
Phase 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Financial Management in Tourism (3 ECTS)
Emerging Markets 2: Eastern Europe & Russia (3 ECTS)
Trends in Tourism (3 ECTS)
Design Thinking in Tourism (3 ECTS)
Aviation (3 ECTS)
Travel Technology (3 ECTS)
International Tourism Project (3 ECTS)
Destination Management and Incoming Tourism (3 ECTS)
2 Language (at least 1!) Elective and/or Business Electives (6 ECTS)
International Study Exchange (30 ECTS)
Elective courses (language, business and/or intercultural courses) (6 ECTS)
In phase 2 you must enrol in at least 1 major language elective course (French, Spanish, German or Chinese).
Phase 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
Tourism Legislation and Regulations (3 ECTS)
E-Tourism (3 ECTS)
Tourism Research (3 ECTS)
Sustainable Tourism Development (4 ECTS)
Ethical Managerial Problem-solving (4 ECTS)
3 Language (at least 1) and/or Business Electives (9 ECTS)
Managing Tourist Experiences (4 ECTS)
Bachelor Project (10 ECTS)
International Internship in Tourism & Leisure (20 ECTS)
Elective courses (language, business and/or intercultural courses) (9 ECTS)
In phase 3 you must enrol in at least 1 major language elective course (French, Spanish, German or Chinese).
Why choose International Tourism and Leisure
Your future: working around the globe
Your limit? The sky … and beyond. You want a fascinating and eventful job in an international context. If that means moving abroad, great! From tour operators to airline companies, you feel at home amongst the main players in the tourism industry.
Room for business or language electives
This unique International Tourism and Leisure programme offers the opportunity to either enrol in business elective courses or language electives. The choice is all yours.
Interculturality
You’ll experience the true meaning of ‘interculturality’ every day. No coursebook or syllabus can top that. You’ll get to know professionals from all around the world and build your international network from day one. English becomes your mother tongue, the world your new home.
After Graduation
Get to work
With your bachelor’s degree in International Tourism & Leisure, you are desired in the labour market. Or you could start your own project. During your training, you’ll deepen your understanding of tourism and leisure and may well discover the entrepreneur in you.
You’ll work at travel agencies, in the hospitality industry, for tour operators, incoming agents, tourism boards, museums, and cultural organisations, event planners, congress centres, meeting and incentive houses, theme parks, airlines, cruise lines, DMC’s, or as a travel consultant, a conference guest relations sales or project manager, within the tourism sector or in other businesses.
Graduates have splendid career opportunities all around the world.
Additional Studies
Masters
Master in Tourism at KULeuven (Dutch)
Master abroad
Bachelors
Extra bachelor in a one-year abridged programme at Thomas More
International Journalism
International Media & Entertainment Business
International Communication and media >
International Business and Trade
You also can start in February
Admissions
EEA candidates
Application procedure
Apply online: submit an online application.
File assessment (+- 2 weeks) & Submit supporting documents (if you haven’t already provided all the necessary documents).
If approved, you will receive a letter of admission.
Register online.
Start your student life!
Admission requirements
Diploma requirements:if you’re qualified to start an equivalent programme in higher education in the country where you completed your secondary education, then you’re qualified for admission to Thomas More. Additional requirements may be set for candidates with a diploma obtained in a non-EEA member state.
Language requirements:you need to be reasonably proficient at speaking and writing English (level B2, European Framework).
Additional requirements for abridged programmes and postgraduates:Those applying to our abridged programmes and postgraduates will have some extra requirements to meet in addition to the standard diploma and language requirements. Please check the programme’s webpage to find detailed information about the requirements as well as the contact details of the programme manager. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have further questions or need assistance.
Non-EEA candidates
Application procedure
Apply online: submit an online application.
File assessment (+- 2 weeks) & submit supporting documents (if you haven’t already provided all the necessary documents).
If approved, pay the tuition fee for 1 semester.
Receive digital registration certificate.
Apply for a student visa.
Register online.
Start your student life!
Admission requirements
Diploma requirements:if you’re qualified to start an equivalent programme in higher education in the country where you completed your secondary education, then you’re qualified for admission to Thomas More. Additional requirements may be set for candidates with a diploma obtained in a non-EEA member state.
Language requirements:you need to be reasonably proficient at speaking and writing English (level B2, European Framework).
Additional requirements for abridged programmes and postgraduates:Those applying to our abridged programmes and postgraduates will have some extra requirements to meet in addition to the standard diploma and language requirements. Please check the programme’s webpage to find detailed information about the requirements as well as the contact details of the programme manager. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have further questions or need assistance.
Immigration and visas in Belgium
Students coming from the European Economic Area, Monaco or Switzerland can enrol in an undergraduate degree programme in Belgium without a student visa.
All other students need to apply for a visa before coming to Belgium. You can apply at the Belgian Consulate or Embassy in your country or in the country where you legally reside.
Do you have a question about student life at Thomas More? Who better to ask than our own students! Join one of our live webinars to learn everything you need to know to study abroad!
