Bachelor of International Tourism Management

Tourism continues to play an important role in communities across the world. Experience tourism first-hand and develop a sound understanding of tourism’s potential to contribute to a more sustainable future.

New Zealand was the first country to establish a national tourism organisation in 1901 and today remains a world leading destination to both visit and study tourism. In addition to addressing the business and managerial aims of tourism, the Bachelor of International Tourism Management equips you with a critical awareness and understanding of tourism’s ethical, cultural, social and environmental dimensions.

Our Bachelor of International Tourism Management has accreditation from the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO); AUT being one of just three institutions in Australasia with UNWTO certification for higher tourism education, training and research programmes.

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Minimum entry requirements

International student entry requirements

Useful New Zealand school subjects

  • All subjects are useful, in particular language rich subjects from AUT’s subject list.

English language requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent.

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Majors you can study in the Bachelor of International Tourism Management

Additional majors and minors for bachelor’s degrees

Add an additional major or a minor to your bachelor’s degree and study another area that interests you. You can choose from a wide range of additional majors or minors.

Additional majors and minors for bachelor’s degrees

This programme is guided by the UNWTO's Global Code of Ethics for Tourism and committed to promoting tourism as an instrument in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

You’ll study concepts and practices that are essential in creating a sustainable and resilient tourism industry. With courses focusing on New Zealand and global case studies, you’ll be equipped with extensive knowledge for developing and managing a tourism industry that sustains the economy, society and natural environment.

Year 1

In Year 1, you complete eight courses that provide a comprehensive awareness of tourism as both an industry and a system and the role of tourism in New Zealand and internationally. You can also choose a second major or a minor.

Year 2

In Year 2 you take the course Knowledge and Inquiry, as well as courses from your chosen major. You can also take courses from a second major or a minor.

In your final semester, you complete valuable workplace experience with an organisation; a great opportunity to develop industry networks and make a decision on your professional career.

In Year 3, you also study any remaining major or minor courses as well as electives.

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK1277
Level:
7
Points:
360
Duration:
3 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:
12 Jul 2021
28 Feb 2022
18 Jul 2022
Fees:
Domestic
$6,786 - $7,107
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • Check if you're eligible for fees-free study
International
$32,421
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

Scholarships at AUT

Erin Marander-Higgins
Siobhan Bishop
Guochao (Oliver) Zhao
Kiriana Koni
Erin Marander-Higgins
Great graduatesErin Marander-HigginsTourism Marketing AssistantBachelor of International Tourism ManagementLearning about digital marketing was eye-opening for Erin Marander-Higgins who came to AUT to enrol in a Bachelor of International Tourism Management.Learning about digital marketing was eye-opening for Erin Marander-Higgins who came to AUT to study a Bachelor of International Tourism Management. She particularly enjoyed the interesting and creative event planning and marketing assignments, which helped her discover what interested her and what she was good at.
Siobhan Bishop
Great graduatesSiobhan BishopBachelor of International Tourism ManagementShe has always been passionate about the tourism industry and its suppliers and customers, says Siobhan Bishop who came to AUT to study a tourism degree.She has always been passionate about the tourism industry and its suppliers and customers, says Siobhan Bishop who came to AUT to study a Bachelor of International Tourism Management in Travel Management and will graduate in March 2021. She says she feels incredibly lucky to have had a number of opportunities and achievements at AUT.
Guochao (Oliver) Zhao
Great graduatesGuochao (Oliver) ZhaoBachelor of International Tourism ManagementTravel has always been his passion, says Guochao (Oliver) Zhao who studied a Bachelor of International Tourism Management in Travel Management at AUT.Travel has always been his passion, says Guochao (Oliver) Zhao who studied a Bachelor of International Tourism Management in Travel Management with a minor in Business Management. One of the highlights of Oliver’s studies was going on a student exchange to Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. You learn and experience a lot while you’re on a student exchange, Oliver says.
Kiriana Koni
Great graduatesKiriana KoniDestination Development Coordinator, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED)Bachelor of International Tourism ManagementShe appreciated the support from AUT academic staff to help her achieve her career dream, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumna Kiriana Koni.She appreciated the support from AUT academic staff to help her achieve her career dream, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumna Kiriana Koni. Being able to attend the World Indigenous Tourism Summit was the highlight for her, says Kiriana who is grateful to AUT hospitality and tourism staff for helping her achieve this goal.
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