Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh Napier University
Full Time
08-SEP-25
1 year
Select a course option
MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh Napier University
Full time
08-SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh Napier University
Part time
08-SEP-25
2 years
Select a an exam type
Gain the vital knowledge and practical skills focusing upon visitor attractions both in the built and natural heritage areas
Overview
Thanks to its rich history, abundance of heritage attractions and world-famous arts festival, Edinburgh is a popular destination for a rising number of cultural tourists from all over the world – which is why it’s a great place for you to study MSc International Heritage & Cultural Tourism Management.
This advanced degree will equip you with the knowledge you need to successfully operate a cultural tourism business and devise policies and strategies for the overall industry. It also contributes towards professional accreditation with the Institute of Hospitality.
Course details
You’ll develop organisational and business skills that relate particularly to cultural aspects of tourism. Throughout your studies, you’ll develop an understanding of the issues and concepts involved in the industry, as well as marketing practice and heritage considerations.
You’ll learn broad skills such as formulating policy and planning for the future, as well as developing your abilities in research, time management and presentation methods.
With a number of tourist ventures and operations in and near the city, you’ll have plenty of options for part-time work and employment after graduation.
Careers
Destination development
Cultural services management
Operations management
Tour operators
Public sector organisation.
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme. We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,715 per year
Students from Domestic
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry.
£18,800 per year
Students from EU
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry.
£18,800 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry.
Check out our
Edinburgh city guideUniversity of Hertfordshire
University of Central Lancashire