Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Learn more about studying International Tourism, Hospitality and Events: Top-Up as an international student.
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What Northumbria University says about their program:
The International Tourism, Hospitality and Events (Top-Up) programme is an undergraduate course offered at Northumbria University. This programme allows students to enhance their existing qualifications to achieve an honours degree in a dynamic field.
This course focuses on providing a broad understanding of business while developing specialized knowledge in international tourism, hospitality, and events. It is designed to be 100% coursework-based, ensuring that students engage deeply with the subject matter without the pressure of examinations.
The programme is ideal for those looking to advance their careers in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Graduates can expect to gain key skills for responsible tourism management and explore contemporary issues faced by the industry.

2) or equivalent.
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

A £3,000 tuition fee discount in the first year of study, plus a further £2,000 discount in each subsequent year (up to £7,000 total over three years), for new international undergraduate students starting a full-time degree at the Newcastle upon Tyne campus in September 2026. Open to self-funded students with 'Overseas' fee status who are domiciled in a specified list of eligible countries (including Bahrain, Brunei, Myanmar, Vietnam, South Korea, Singapore, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Ghana, Lebanon, Morocco, Egypt, Kenya, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia, United States, Turkey, Philippines, Jordan, Laos, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates). Applies to students joining at Level 4 (first year) or with advanced entry to Level 5/6; excludes integrated Masters, placement/study-abroad years, partner-institute arrangements and International Soccer Academy courses. Awarded automatically as a fee discount with no separate application required.
A 25% tuition fee discount for postgraduate applicants at Northumbria University London who hold a First-Class undergraduate honours degree. Aimed at self-funded international students; excludes applicants from China, sponsored students, Pre-Sessional English or standalone Graduate Certificate applicants, and anyone already eligible for a country/regional bursary. Cannot be combined with other awards.
A 30% tuition fee discount (inclusive of the London Cost of Living Bursary) for international students who completed an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University or via its QA Higher Education partnership and progress to a postgraduate degree at Northumbria University London. Excludes sponsored students and cannot be combined with other awards.
A £1,529 bursary (2026/27) applied automatically to first-year tuition fees for self-funded international undergraduate and postgraduate students at Northumbria University London. Awarded automatically at the conditional-offer stage with no separate application; students must still demonstrate full London living costs on bank statements for their CAS. Excludes sponsored students and Pre-Sessional English/standalone Graduate Certificate applicants.
Fee discounts of roughly 22%-50% (2026/27) for self-funded international students at Northumbria University London from specified world regions, including Africa, Southeast Asia, Malaysia, South Asia, Russia/CIS and parts of the MENA region (Albania, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey). Discount level depends on region and course length. Excludes sponsored students, Pre-Sessional English standalone applicants, and those already receiving an academic merit scholarship.
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Northumbria University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Northumbria University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £860 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £674 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £110 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £33 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £67 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £137 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | £20 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £8 |
| Gym membership | £38 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).
Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Northumbria University.