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You study 4 semesters (120 ECTS) for the Master of Arts degree.
Duration
International orientation
The Master’s degree is taught in English and is characterized by a high degree of internationality.
Current topics
Topics such as sustainability and digitalization are considered.
No Tuition fees
At our state university, you only pay semester fees.
Why choose the Master International Tourism Management at FH Westküste?
- Strong industry connections: Benefit from close links with the German Institute for Tourism Research, located on our campus, and a wide network of practice partners across the tourism industry.
- Modern learning environment: Study in spacious PC labs equipped with state-of-the-art technology, for example eye-tracking stations.
- Tourism specialization: Deepen your key competencies with a clear focus on international tourism and management.
- Personal atmosphere: Experience a supportive, family-like study environment where students and professors know each other by name.
Program Overview of our Master International Tourism Management
A Master’s degree offers the opportunity to specialize in a particular field. This increases your chances of standing out from the crowd of university graduates, pursuing a doctorate or working in an academic field.
The Master International Tourism Management program is designed to take your knowledge and career prospects to the next level. Whether you are continuing from a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism or a related field, this program sharpens your existing expertise and expands your academic and practical skills.
You will develop essential competencies in tourism management, strategic thinking, and methodological approaches—key skills that are highly sought after in the global job market. Our application-oriented teaching prepares you to take on leadership roles in both national and international companies. It also provides a strong foundation for doctoral studies or an academic career.
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All at a glance:
| Degree | Master of Arts (M.A.) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 semesters |
| ECTS / credits: | 120 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Starting in | Winter semester |
| Application period: | 30th April - 15th July |
| Admission requirements: | Please see below: Information on the Application |
| Semester fee: | 91,00 € |
Study structure
- Study structure
- FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences
- Information on the Application
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Study structure of Master International Tourism Management
The Master International Tourism Management is taught entirely in English and is characterized by its international atmosphere. Students from around the world choose FH Westküste for its multicultural learning environment, which helps you build vital intercultural skills and global perspectives.
While a stay abroad is not mandatory, our broad network of international partner universities gives you the option to spend a semester abroad, further enriching your study experience.
You’ll also benefit from hands-on learning through collaborative projects with industry partners and research opportunities brought into the classroom by the German Institute for Tourism Research.
Study at FH Westküste – Where Others Vacation
Our slogan says it all: Expanding Horizons. FH Westküste is a young and dynamic university of applied sciences with around 1,600 students. Located in Heide, between Hamburg and the island of Sylt, we are based in one of Germany’s most beloved tourist regions—just a short trip from the North Sea coast.
Here, you’ll find:
- A tight-knit academic community with small classes and direct contact to professors.
- A campus where you’re more than just a number—your ideas and goals matter.
- An ideal setting for studying tourism, with top destinations like Büsum, St. Peter-Ording, and Hamburg right around the corner.
Come study the Master International Tourism Management in a place where others spend their holidays—and start shaping your future in global tourism.
Information on the Application
You can apply for the Master's program between 30th April and 15th July for the start of the winter semester in September.
We prepared a checklist for your application, that you can find at Downloads.
Application requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree with at least 180 credit points and a final grade of at least 2.5 from the fields of tourism or related subjects (economics, geography or cultural studies) with
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- at least 10 ECTS in the field of economics and at least 10 ECTS in the field of tourism science or
- at least 10 ECTS in the field of economics and at least 1.5 years of professional experience in tourism (proof of job references)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree with at least 180 credit points and a final grade of at least 2.5 from a non-subject area and
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- at least 3 years of professional experience in a tourism institution in a responsible position or
- combination of a tourism training and a degree in business administration
If you can provide proof of one of the above combinations as well as proof of English at level B2, you will be invited to take an aptitude test.
And to make the application requirements even clearer, they are shown here again in graphic form, with examples for each option.
Please note: The examples are based on previous cases and are intended for orientation only. Every application is reviewed individually during the official admission process, and no guarantees can be given in advance.
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Do you have questions about studying? We will be happy to help you!
Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Tim Harms, who is responsible for the tourism study programs ITM Bachelor and Master, the ITM Students Office is the first point of contact for tourism students and prospective students. We, Sarah Dornheim and Patricia Thaden, will advise you on your choice of tourism studies. During your studies, we will also help you with the organization and are your contact for all problems and questions relating to your ITM studies.
Please do not hesitate to ask us any questions you may have. We will always try to help and support you as much as possible.
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Dipl.-Kffr. (FH) Patricia Thaden
23 Nov 2023
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Sarah Dornheim, M.A.
23 Nov 2023
Monday & Tuesday 09:00-12:00
Thursday 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00
Wednesday & Friday closed
or by appointment
Interview with our ITM student Kim:
Why did I choose the FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences?
I chose to apply at FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences due to its program's focus on sustainable tourism, an area of significant demand in my home country. During the application process for the program, I was very well supported by the staff at the university, which is very important for me as an international student.
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It's not just about learning, it's also about having new experiences!
This Master's program helps me to expand my horizons, acquire new information and consolidate the knowledge I gained during my Bachelor's degree. I have the opportunity to implement the knowledge I gained from theory to small-scale projects, e.g. in the development of advertising strategies and business plans for start-ups. I have direct contact with tourist organizations to carry out empirical research on their behalf. We students are welcome to participate in a variety of monthly activities organized by the student club and the International Office. Alongside receiving assistance with administrative procedures, I have made new friends and discovered a lot about German culture and life. I also went with my friends to nearby places in the region, for example to St. Peter-Ording, Sylt Island, and Lübeck. For me, learning at university is about more than just gaining knowledge; it’s also about experiencing life outside of the ordinary.