International Hotel and Tourism Leadership

The study programme aims at providing the candidates with high level knowledge of theory and research in the hotel, restaurant and tourism sector. Individual learning and personal improvement is being stimulated through tailored programmes with an emphasis on problem based learning. The program is designed to qualify successful candidates to enter leadership positions in the hotel, tourism and service industry.

During the study period there are possibilities for international student exchanges throughout the world, with one of our partner universities.

Study Plan and details concerning MSc in International Hotel and Tourism Leadership can be found below. Information about admission procedure and application form is published in the right column under "All you need to know".

Admission Requirements for international students:
Applicants must have a Bachelor´s Degree in hospitality, tourism, economics or an equivalent and relevant first degree. A Bachelor´s Degree in a closely related field is prioritised only when the applicant has exceptionally high grades.

English Language Requirements
Proficiency in English is required of all students in Norway. Foreign students, who are not native speakers of English, have to document their knowledge of English with one of the following tests:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Min. score 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based). More information about TOEFL, please check the following link: www.toefl.org. Pleasehaveyour TOEFL score sent directly from testing place to the University of Stavanger. The University of Stavanger institution code for forwarding TOEFL test reports is 8467

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Min. score 6.0.
Read more: www.ielts.org

Entry information
Applicants must demonstrate competitive academic standards. Normally, the level of grades of those that are shortlisted is equivalent to a Second Class Upper Division or better. Applicants with a grade level equivalent to Second Class Lower Division, or lower, will not be considered for admission. Applicants with work experience are prioritised.