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Buckinghamshire New University

UCAS Code: HENT | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Entry requirements

A level

C,C,D-B,B,C

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the three-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a degree course, can apply for a four-year programme including a Foundation Year.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMP-DMM

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the three-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a degree course, can apply for a four-year programme including a Foundation Year.

UCAS Tariff

88-112

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the three-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a degree course, can apply for a four-year programme including a Foundation Year.

About this course

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2026

On this Hospitality Entrepreneur degree, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and expertise to succeed in any hospitality project: from small hospitality business endeavours to innovative market-disruptive, projects.

If you aspire to become an innovative hospitality leader, this programme will help you professionalise your approach and allow you to take the next step to an exciting and progressive career in Hospitality.

**Why study BA Hospitality Entrepreneur at BNU?**
**Delve into industry**
On this hotel entrepreneur course, we work with several hotel partners for mentoring, live briefs, placements, internships and visits. These include, but are not limited to; Marriott, The Ivy Collection, Vacherin, The Urban Pubs & Bars Company, The Fat Duck Group, Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, Melia Hotels, Red Carnation Hotels, Firmdale Hotels PLC, Scoffs Group UK, Hotelpartner and Harrods.

You will also benefit from the industry mentorship programme offered by our partner organisations. In each year you’ll be allocated an industry mentor from one of our great partners, here you’ll have the opportunity to learn directly from successful hotel leaders.

Undertaking work experience is an integral part of the BA (Hons) Hospitality Entrepreneur degree. This unique approach to studying at BNU, is underlined by our core belief that practical, hands-on experience must always complement a theoretical, research-informed teaching strategy. That is why, as part of your core curriculum, in year two, you’ll put your skills and knowledge into practice through an integrated internship.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in co-curricular, by taking part in community projects organised in collaboration with local hotels, as well as attending guest talks, industry visits and a wide range of networking events, conferences and seminars organised by our school and our industry partners.

**Accredited course**
Our portfolio of hotel and hospitality courses are accredited and linked to some huge industry bodies. If you decide to study one of our fast-paced degrees, you’ll benefit from our connection with the Institute of Hospitality Educational Membership Scheme, the world’s leading, award-winning, professional membership body for hospitality professionals around the globe.

We’re also part of the Council for Hospitality Management Education (CHME). Through this connection you’ll have the opportunity to get close to the industry while you study and gain work experience and build your professional networks.

**What will I study?**
Our BA (Hons) Hospitality Entrepreneurship course enables you to gain the skills, mindset and confidence needed to start or develop your hospitality entrepreneurial project. We will support you with developing solid business principles, alongside gaining an in-depth theoretical and practical industry knowledge.

You’ll study the core business concepts and strategies associated with hospitality entrepreneurship, including aspects related to developing, funding, planning, and marketing your entrepreneurial project.

Throughout you time with us you’ll build up on core concepts, studying more specialised subjects focused on innovation, ethics, sustainability, and brand management. As well as this we’ll delve into critical issues, financial management and leadership – including an entrepreneurial business project that will give you the opportunity to develop and launch your business idea.

Studying a BA (Hons) Hospitality Entrepreneur degree at BNU is a unique opportunity for you to gain an in-depth, research-informed, theoretical, and practical understanding of core entrepreneurship approaches and strategies, as applied to various sectors of hospitality.

Fostering a culture of innovation, growth and sustainability, this course is designed to embed a strong entrepreneurial mindset, providing you with a solid foundation in business management principles and a specialised knowledge of hospitality entrepreneurship.

Modules

**Year 1**
**Core Modules**
The Hospitality Professional
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
The Hospitality Business Idea: Development, Funding and Planning
The Entrepreneurial Business Landscape
Managing People and Culture
Digital Marketing and Communications for Hospitality Entrepreneurship

**Year 2**
**Core Modules**
Social Entrepreneurship in the Hospitality Industry
Research Methods for Entrepreneurs
Building the Brand
The Hospitality Enterprise Game

**Optional Modules**
Sustainable Hospitality Management
Innovation and Technology in Hospitality
Contemporary Issues in Hospitality Entrepreneurship
Business Ethics and Governance in the Hospitality Industry

**Year 3**
**Core modules**
Financial Management and Decision-making for Entrepreneurs
Leadership for Hospitality
Entrepreneurial Business Project
**Optional Modules**
Critical Issues in the International Hospitality Industry
Global Entrepreneurship in Hospitality
The Hospitality Family Business
Intercultural Management in Hospitality

Assessment methods

Our teaching and learning methods include lectures and seminars, case studies, hands-on projects, guest speakers, field trips, practical work experience and placement opportunities with our industry partners.

Placements are an integral part of your course. Your placement will be practice-led, allowing you to gain experience in all departments, including front and back of house operations. You’ll gain experience in the different areas of operations, including restaurant, events, and conference departments.

In order for you to make the most of your placement experience, your shifts may include occasional late finishes, or weekend work – as this is an integral part of how hospitality and event businesses are being operated.

Within our school, we are proud to integrate industry mentoring into the BA (Hons) Hotel and Events Management course, providing you with a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. This initiative connects you with experienced professionals who offer valuable insights, guidance, and networking opportunities within their respective fields.
By engaging in this mentoring relationship, you’ll enhance your practical skills, gain a deeper understanding of industry trends, and develop a professional mindset that sets you apart in the job market. The benefits of this integration extend beyond academic success; you’ll build confidence, foster critical thinking, and cultivate relationships that can lead to internships, job placements and networking opportunities, ultimately empowering you to thrive in your future careers.

You’ll also benefit from field trips, site visits and residential trips to some of the most iconic hotel locations. These include places such as Zetter Hotels, Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland, Good Hotel London, Exclusive Collection and the Travelodge, but may vary from year to year.

You will be assessed through a range of traditional and innovative assessment methods, including:

• essays
• reports
• debates
• student-led seminars
• pitches
• live briefs
• podcasts
• case studies
• industry projects
• Dragon Den style assessments
• And creative live presentations.

Your teaching team is made up with highly experienced lecturers, who have strong industry links as well as research interests in various aspects related to hospitality and events.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,535
per year
England
£9,535
per year
EU
£15,150
per year
International
£15,150
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,535
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,535
per year
Scotland
£9,535
per year
Wales
£9,535
per year

Extra funding

Buckinghamshire New University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships. For more information, please visit bnu.ac.uk/bursaries

The Uni

Course location:

High Wycombe Campus

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