With tourism and hospitality contributing 10% of the global economy in 2024 (WTTC), this industry is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing sectors. Our Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality and Tourism Management degree program equips you to thrive in this dynamic global field.

• Future-Focused Curriculum: Master international hospitality operations, sustainable tourism, event management, and customer experience while developing critical leadership and business skills.
• Industry Experience in Global Tourism Hubs: Study in world-renowned destinations like Spain, France, Germany, and the USA, gaining first-hand exposure to diverse hospitality environments.
• Real-World Learning: Participate in field trips, industry workshops, and internships with hotels, resorts, and tourism companies to apply your knowledge in real-life settings.

Key Skills

• Event Planning
• Tourism Strategy
• Cross-Cultural Understanding
• Sustainability
• International Operations
• Entrepreneurship
• Ethical Business Practices

Work Experience in the U.S.

Stay in the U.S. for 12 months after graduation and apply your degree in real jobs with Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Lead with Strategy & Creativity

Develop the management, digital, and creative skills required to design exceptional guest experiences and drive success in a global market.

Stay Ahead in the Industry

Learn platforms like Google Cloud and AWS that drive the sector.

Innovation & Tourism

Explore how data-driven decision-making and sustainable practices are reshaping tourism and hospitality on a global scale.

Decades of Success

Rely on Schiller’s six decades of proven academic excellence.

International Recognition

Earn an American degree recognized by the European Union through our accredited university partnerships.

Your Education, Your Route

Start in Madrid, finish in Paris — or wherever you choose with intercampus mobility.

Learn By Doing

Tackle real-world projects within the tourism industry that sharpen practical skills.

Get Involved

Explore language clubs, leadership roles, and student events.

Learn From Practitioners

Your professors are professionals actively working in their fields.

American Curriculum

As an American university, no matter what your program is, every student studies the same general education courses in year 1, meaning that you still have the opportunity to switch programs in year 2 without having to restart your studies.

Intensive Course System

Our course system allows you to take advantage of extracurricular workshops, internships, and student life. At Schiller, you will study on campus for six hours a day, two days a week.

Duration: 4 Years

Schedule Type : Full Time

Credits: 120 American Credits (240 ECTS)

These form the core curriculum of your degree program. They're designed to give you a well-rounded education and provide a broad foundation of knowledge. General education courses help you build critical thinking, communication, quantitative reasoning, and cultural literacy skills.

• Behavioral Psychology and Wellbeing
• Introduction to Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
• Beginning Foreign Language I
• English Composition
• European Modern History
• College Mathematics
• Global Perspectives on International Relations
• Introduction to International Business
• Beginning Foreign Language II
• Public Speaking
• College Research and Writing
• Science and Society

Internships Without Waiting

internships from year one, giving you a head start in the job market.

Beyond the Textbook

Experience firsthand exposure to today’s experts and their groundbreaking work.

Certified for Success

career-ready certifications from top names as part of your degree. Employers notice students who go the extra mile.

Tourism Trends, Global Impact

Stay at the forefront of industry trends while managing operations across international settings.

Soft Skills Mastery

Build essential skills in communication, teamwork, and ethical decision-making that define modern hospitality professionals.

International Partnerships

Learn from recognized hospitality giants like Radisson, and take part in real industry challenges

Your Career Launchpad

Our career services team connects you with jobs, internships, and opportunities worldwide.

Meaning

An academic pathway in which a student earns two separate degrees in a single, coordinated program of study.

Advantage

Our dual degree programs are designed in collaboration with accredited institutions, giving students the opportunity to earn degrees valid in both the United States and European Union.

Value

Your qualification will be respected and accepted in both major educational and employment systems, giving you unmatched flexibility in where you work, live, or study next.

How it Works

You can earn a dual degree in BSc in International Hospitality and Tourism Management through our partnership with the University of Roehampton:

University of Roehampton

London, UK Partnership

Year 1–4: Global Campus Experience

Begin and end your studies at any of Schiller’s global campuses—Tampa, Madrid, Paris, or Heidelberg—following a U.S.-style curriculum.

Final Thesis & Degree Completion:

You complete one final thesis and are not required to relocate to London, allowing you to remain at your preferred Schiller campus. After successfully finishing the thesis, you earn both an American degree from Schiller and a UK degree from the University of Roehampton, with the option to attend a second graduation ceremony at UoR.

As a Bachelor's student at Schiller, you have the opportunity to seamlessly transfer between campuses after year 1

With the option to study abroad, you get to immerse yourself in new cultures while building a global network of professional and personal connections.

As an Undergraduate student, you need to know:

• You must hold an Official High School transcript indicating your date of graduation, or official GED transcript.
• You can also provide proof of completion of secondary education if you have studied outside of the United States or the American educational system. Examples may include the Abitur, Selectividad, Baccalauréat, International Baccalaureate (IB), (I)GSCE, “O” and “A”- level exam results.
• You must send the enrollment agreement signed.
• Proof of your English proficiency is required:
• TOEFL IBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language): minimum score of 51.
• TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication, may be singular test or 2-part)
•  Must include all four components (Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing)
•  Minimum score of 650 for BA or BS program admission.
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) minimum score of 5.5.
• CAMBRIDGE FCE (First Certificate in English) grade of “B” (B2 level) or higher - Cambridge Advanced (CAE) or Proficiency (CPE) preferred.
• Duolingo English Exam: score of at least 95 for all programs.
• Pearson English Test (PTE): obtain a GSE score of 46 or higher.
• Oxford ELLT (English Language Level Test): OIDI Level 5 (equivalent to IELTS 5.5).
• If you have successfully graduated from the Tampa Language Center with a Level 6 program, you are eligible for admission.
• Verification proof may be waived if you are a student who has graduated from a secondary school where English is the language of instruction or the country's official language.