Bachelor of Tourism and Event Management

This program combines tourism, event management, social science, business and marketing subjects to prepare graduates for professional roles in tourism, events, and the visitor economy.

This program is co-designed with both local and global partners such as Destination NSW, the Australia Federation of Travel Agents and Accommodation Association.

Our collaborators are hands-on and ready to share their knowledge and experience first-hand. Students can choose from a suite of majors, including environmental management, event and festival management, heritage, marketing, place management, planning, sport and sustainability.

Students complete fieldwork, engage with industry and government stakeholders, and are provided with opportunities for international field trips and placements. A final-year professional placement allows students to gain further industry experience and provides a stepping-stone into employment.

Career Opportunities

Tourism and events qualifications provide pathways to a wide variety of careers. Graduates from our programs work in:

• local, state and federal government

• festival and event management

• tour companies

• travel agencies

• airlines, airports and aviation

• hotels and accommodation

• major attractions and sites

• transport

• sporting organisations

• international organisations

• national parks and protected area management

• international development

• museums and cultural venues

• consultancies

• heritage organisations

• travel, hospitality and event service providers

Entry requirements for domestic students

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website.

Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website. Find out more here.  

Alternate Entry Pathway

NSW HSC students may gain admission through HSC True Reward. HSC True Reward offers students a place at Western based on their Year 11 or Year 12 results before receiving their ATAR. More information can be found on the HSC True Reward website. 

Special Requirements Prerequisites

Working with Children Check where relevant to the HUMN 3101 Social Sciences International Placement (II): Placement subject.