​​Welcome to International Tourism and Hospitality Management with Foundation Year at, Canterbury Christ Church University. Congratulations on being accepted onto the course and joining our fantastic Tourism, Hospitality, Events and Marketing Section within the School of Business, Law and Policing. I hope that you are looking forward to the next four years making new friends, learning new skills, and exploring new places, all whilst studying for your degree in Tourism and Hospitality. The semester does not start for a while and I know that you will have a lot to do to prepare and think about. I also recognise that coming to University is going to be a big lifestyle change and there will be lots of exciting new experiences, including two overseas field trips.

Richard Pole
Course Director

Your Teaching Timetable

Teaching for your course will begin w.c 21 September 2026.

To help you plan your first few weeks, you can view an overview of the teaching activities for your course.

View your first semester teaching timetable.

On a mobile device, click the arrow next to “Search” at the top right of the page to view your timetable.

If your course is taught in groups, the overview will show activities for all groups. You will only need to attend sessions for your allocated group.

Once teaching begins, your individual timetable and group allocation will be available in MyTimetable provided you have completed online registration and created your computing account.

Your Semester 1 Modules
The Big Picture*
Understanding the Business World

*All Foundation Year students take The Big Picture during Semester 1. The module includes shared lectures and smaller seminar and pastoral groups.

Seminar groups are arranged broadly by subject area so that discussions, examples, and activities can connect to your intended degree course.

The Unitimetables page shows an overview of all scheduled teaching for the module. You will not be expected to attend every seminar shown there.

Your confirmed lecture, seminar, and pastoral group will be available in MyTimetable once course registration and group allocations have been completed.

Key dates

Academic Calendar: Semesters

View key dates for this Academic Calendar for 2026-27 including when teaching starts and finishes and when you break for holidays.

Welcome

​​We are very much looking forward to meeting you in September during Welcome Week which is an essential introduction to your course and the wider University, helping you to feel confident and prepared for your studies right from the very start. In the meantime, take a bit of time to explore some of the current issues in the tourism and hospitality industry. Familiarise yourself with the industry news, policies and trends.

​CCCU is a caring and supportive community. As your Course Director, I will welcome you in person on your first day and your lecturers will guide you through the details of your course content. You will also make friends for life, as we make sure you have lots of opportunities to meet other students and have fun!

​Personal Academic Tutor (PAT)

From day one, you'll have a dedicated Personal Academic Tutor who will support you throughout your university journey. They will help you make the most of your studies, develop your academic and professional skills, and provide personalised advice and guidance to help you succeed both at university and in your future career.

​Trips

During your course you'll have the opportunity to take part in some of our residential field trips.

Getting started

​​Starting university can be daunting but this is completely normal. We understand that you have made a significant step to achieving your future goals by investing time, money, and energy to this degree.

​The course offers a dynamic learning experience, blending interactive classes, practical workshops, group discussions, and hands-on projects with independent study.

You'll learn from academic staff and industry professionals, apply theory to real tourism and hospitality scenarios, and benefit from field trips and employer engagement activities. 

Teaching is primarily campus-based, with online resources and digital tools supporting your studies throughout the year.

​Your first few weeks are all about building confidence and connections. You'll meet fellow students and take part in interactive sessions that encourage teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving. Alongside your studies, you'll be introduced to the support available at CCCU, helping you make a smooth transition into university life and prepare for the exciting opportunities ahead.​

During your first year you will complete the following modules:

Semester 1

The Big Picture

Understanding the Business World

Semester 2

Interdisciplinary Communication Skills

Personal and Academic Skills

Your Journey to Success at CCCU (Transition into Level 4)

2 x 5 credit success modules

Ranked 10th overall best University in Uk for Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management - Guardian University Guide, subject league table 2026.

Your Must Do Tasks

Once you have been invited to register for your course, there are some key tasks you'll need to complete to make sure you are ready to become a CCCU student. 

Registration invitations are sent towards the end of August. We'll send yours to the email address you used when you applied, so please check this inbox regularly to make sure you don't miss any important information.

Pre-course reading

To prepare for seminars, it is important that you are aware of current issues within the tourism and hospitality industry. The global tourism industry has been in a crisis in the last couple of years due to the pandemic, but the world is beginning to adapt and more on. To bring yourself up to date and able to contribute to the discussions we will have, please familiarise yourself with the following:

The above sites have lots of reports on many aspects of tourism and hospitality. Please do look at them too.

International student success programme

International students: don't miss out! Make sure you register for our international student success programme which provides practical advice on preparing to live and study in the UK.

Contact details

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