BA (Hons) Heritage and Tourism

Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus, and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This degree will provide graduates with a broad range of skills concerning the management, promotion, and conservation of historic and natural environments, both in Scotland and internationally.

It has been developed in partnership with government and industry, and graduates will be well equipped to contribute to Scotland's heritage and tourism sectors' ongoing success.

The degree is delivered jointly between Forth Valley College (Stirling Campus) and the University of Stirling and combines both business and heritage specific skills.

It can be used as preparation for, or as an enhancement to, a career in heritage and tourism.

Classes for the first two years will be delivered at Forth Valley College's campus in Stirling.

Career paths: Visitor attraction management, Heritage and tourism management/education, Tourism development, Exhibition design, and management.

Entry requirements:

One of the following:

Three Highers at grade B or equivalent

Foundation Apprenticeship in any related subject plus two further Highers at B or equivalent

Applicants with a different qualification or grade profile are still welcome to apply, as all applications are considered on their own merits.

Additional Requirements: Final selection subject to a successful interview.

Forth Valley College is a leading provider of further and higher education, offering a wide range of courses and training opportunities.

Our dynamic provision ranges from access to degree level and includes full-time and part-time courses, evening classes, flexible and online learning, vocational qualifications, and business training courses. We welcome approximately 14,500 students per academic session, with 94% of learners progressing to further studies or employment upon completing their course. Forth Valley College is Scotland's first regional college with state-of-the-art campuses across Alloa, Falkirk, and Stirling's central belt.