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International Tourism Management (ITM)

Master

FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences Location: Heide

About the Program

Tourism is a diverse and international industry. The International Tourism Management (ITM) degree programme offers you the opportunity to specialise in this field, sharpen your existing skills and deepen your key qualifications from your previous Bachelor's degree in order to create unforgettable leisure and vacation experiences four your customers at home and abroad and take on management positions later in your career. Our Master's programme increases your chances of standing out from the crowd of Bachelor's graduates, or pursuing a doctorate/PhD or working in an academic field. In addition, many employers place great value on the comprehensive skills that you learn during your Bachelor's degree and can expand and deepen through a Master's degree programme. The Master's degree programme in ITM offers in-depth and practical education, particularly in the areas of tourism, management and methodological skills. You will learn important key skills for the varied and exciting tasks in tourism management. Current content and practical projects in collaboration with cooperation partners enable you to apply and deepen your knowledge in practice. Entrepreneurship, digitalisation and sustainability are also integral components of the degree course to prepare you for the topics of the future in tourism. An outstanding unique feature is the close integration with the German Institute for Tourism Research (DI Tourismusforschung) based at the FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences. This offers you not only attractive research opportunities and access to current data but also a wide range of contacts with renowned companies, institutions and scientists in the industry, which contributes to the students' education at the cutting edge.
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Tourism is a diverse and international industry. The International Tourism Management (ITM) degree programme offers you the opportunity to specialise in this field, sharpen your existing skills and deepen your key qualifications from your previous Bachelor's degree in order to create unforgettable leisure and vacation experiences four your customers at home and abroad and take on management positions later in your career. Our Master's programme increases your chances of standing out from the crowd of Bachelor's graduates, or pursuing a doctorate/PhD or working in an academic field. In addition, many employers place great value on the comprehensive skills that you learn during your Bachelor's degree and can expand and deepen through a Master's degree programme. The Master's degree programme in ITM offers in-depth and practical education, particularly in the areas of tourism, management and methodological skills. You will learn important key skills for the varied and exciting tasks in tourism management. Current content and practical projects in collaboration with cooperation partners enable you to apply and deepen your knowledge in practice. Entrepreneurship, digitalisation and sustainability are also integral components of the degree course to prepare you for the topics of the future in tourism. An outstanding unique feature is the close integration with the German Institute for Tourism Research (DI Tourismusforschung) based at the FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences. This offers you not only attractive research opportunities and access to current data but also a wide range of contacts with renowned companies, institutions and scientists in the industry, which contributes to the students' education at the cutting edge.

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How do I apply to International Tourism Management (ITM) at FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Tourism Management (ITM) at FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences

Is International Tourism Management (ITM) at FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the International Tourism Management (ITM) programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for International Tourism Management (ITM) at FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying International Tourism Management (ITM)? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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