| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | J3 Tourism and recreation |
| Type | Undergraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 4 years (240 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Bachelor of Tourism and recreation |
| Entry qualification | The certificate of Completed Secondary Education is required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English (except for documents issued in Ukraine upon completion of studies at local educational institutions) . In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
During the selection process we examine the competency of the applicant in two ways:
The faculty decides about the eligibility of the applicant by examining the documents of previous studies (degree, subject, results). This is followed by an entrance exams that evaluate the level of study-language and basic subjects depends on speciality.
The exams can be conducted online. In order to validate the entrant’s person, exams taken remotely are recorded on video, as is the person verification process. The recording is archived for at least five years on University’s grounds and the link to that recording is available in the united base of Ministry of Education of Ukraine.
Program Structure
Year 1 – Foundations & Basics
Building a strong foundation in culture, languages, and the basics of tourism.
Courses include: Ukrainian language & culture; History & culture of Ukraine; Philosophy; Foreign language I; Fundamentals of Tourism & Tourism Geography; Mathematics & Information Systems; Physical training.
Start your journey by exploring cultures, learning languages, and discovering the basics of tourism. This year gives you the essential toolkit for all your future studies!
Year 2 – Core Tourism Skills
Developing practical tourism knowledge and initial service skills.
Courses include: Organization of Tourist Trips; Excursion Activities; Transport & Logistics in Tourism; Hotel and Restaurant Management; Tourism Geography & Country Studies; Foreign language II; Tourism Statistics & Research Methods
Learn how to plan trips, organize tours, and manage hotels and restaurants. You’ll start turning theory into real tourism skills.
Year 3 – Applied Tourism & Management
Tourism business, marketing, management, and specialization.
Courses include: Tourism Enterprise Management, Marketing in Tourism, Legal Regulation of Tourism, Customer Service & Communication, Project Planning in Tourism, Specialized Tourism (Eco-tourism, Cultural Tourism, Wellness Tourism), Short Internship / Practical Training.
Now you’re getting hands-on! Manage projects, understand marketing, and apply your skills in real-world internships. Time to shine in the tourism industry.
Year 4 – Specialization & Professional Preparation
Career readiness, advanced management, and professional projects.
Courses include: Advanced Tourism Management & Entrepreneurship; Business Planning & Economics of Tourism; International Tourism & Global Practices; Capstone / Bachelor Thesis; Electives (Museum Tourism, Hospitality, Second Foreign Language, etc.); Extended Internship / Practicum.
This is your year to become a tourism pro! You’ll complete your thesis, finish your internship, and be fully ready to start a career or launch your own business.
Overview
The program is designed to prepare skilled professionals for the dynamic world of tourism and hospitality. Over four years, students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in organizing travel, managing hotels and restaurants, planning tours, and creating exceptional tourist experiences.
The program covers key areas such as tourism management, marketing, cultural and geographical studies, and customer service. Students also learn at least one foreign language, which is essential for international tourism. Hands-on experience is provided through specialized laboratories, practical workshops, and internships at travel agencies, hotels, and tourist companies—sometimes even abroad.
This program is perfect for anyone passionate about travel, hospitality, and creating memorable experiences for people from around the world.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Tourism Science program are ready to step confidently into the exciting world of tourism and hospitality. They can work in travel agencies, tour operators, hotels, resorts, and recreational businesses, helping people plan unforgettable journeys and experiences.
Thanks to practical training and internships, graduates also have the skills to manage tourism projects, organize tours and events, and provide excellent customer service. Those with an entrepreneurial spirit can even start their own travel or hospitality business.
Many graduates also have the chance to work internationally, using their foreign language skills and global knowledge of tourism to explore opportunities abroad. Overall, this degree opens doors to a dynamic, creative, and rewarding career in the tourism industry.