Tourism with Spanish degree at Aberystwyth
Tourism with Spanish degree - 4 years (N8R4)
Tourism with Spanish degree
This Tourism with Spanish degree course will appeal to you if you are looking for a career in tourism – the world’s biggest industry. Spain and the Spanish-speaking islands are among the most important tourist venues for UK travellers. This Tourism with Spanish degree will equip you to function and communicate effectively with consumers and providers in the Tourism Management industry. The course combines in-depth study of the tourism industry at home and abroad with the Spanish language skills you will need to work in this exciting and fast-moving industry sector. A special feature of the Aberystwyth degree in Tourism with Spanish is the study of rural tourism and sustainable tourism within the wider international tourism context.
Tourism with Spanish degree - Year 1
During your first year, you will study modules in marketing and the business environment together with modules looking at the tourism industry, tourism and recreation in the UK. Year 1 also offers the opportunity to take part in a UK residential study tour.
Alongside this you will study Spanish, either at the beginner’s level if you have not studied it to A-level standard, or at the advanced level if you have. Those taking the advanced route also have a choice of additional options covering subjects such as Spanish culture and literature. Either route will prepare you to study Spanish in Year 2 and beyond.
Tourism with Spanish degree - Year 2
Year two includes modules on international tourism development, rural tourism and visitor management. You will also have the opportunity to go on an overseas study tour looking at international tourism in depth. You will also continue to develop your knowledge and abilities in Spanish.
A range of optional modules are also offered, including an industrial placement (six weeks minimum), additional modules in Spanish culture and literature, and other modules of interest.
Year Abroad
You will spend your third year away from Aberystwyth in one or more countries where Spanish is spoken. You can go to any part of the world where Spanish is spoken, including parts of Latin America. Indeed, in past years, we have sent several students to Patagonia, a region which (as is well known) has a close connection with Wales.
You may choose to study for a year at a University or to work as an intern (paid or unpaid) in a company where you will use your Spanish language skills on a daily basis. If you choose the second of these options you are encouraged to work for a tourism company, for example a tour operator, visitor attraction, events management company or a hotel.
Tourism with Spanish degree - Year 4
An important part of the final year is the production of a dissertation on a subject of your choice within the tourism management context. You will be given advice from your tutor on the scope and choice of title for this work.
In addition, final year modules will include strategic planning for tourism and recreation, tourism marketing, visitor attractions management and sustainable tourism. You will continue to develop your knowledge and abilities in Spanish. There is also a range of optional modules for you to take.
Why study for a Tourism with Spanish degree?
Four year full-time course leading to an internationally recognised qualification in tourism with a European language
- Combination of tourism and a European language
- Learn about tourism in a busy tourist area
- Practical visits to investigate tourism first hand
- Study tours – a UK study tour and an optional overseas tour
- International exchange opportunities
- Communication, team-working and IT skills to enhance your career prospects.
- Industry skills development with industry-relevant assessment
Careers related to your Tourism with Spanish degree
After completing this course you will have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to follow a career in the many sectors of the tourism industry, including holiday companies in the UK and overseas, local authority tourism departments, tourist boards, transport companies, tourism consultancies, tourist attractions and tourism development agencies. You will have a particular edge in the employment market when it comes to finding jobs that are based in Spanish-speaking countries and/or have a Spanish-speaking clientele.