Tourism news

Festival of Learning graphic

Something for everyone at BU’s Festival of Learning this June

More than 150 free events will run from 9 – 15 June, open to students, staff and the public

Global hotel chain staff at BU for professional development course

Around 30 staff from Corinthia Hotels International at BU for Continuing Professional Development course

Dr Heather Hartwell speaks to BBC West Midlands

Dr Heather Hartwell, Professor of Food Service at Bournemouth University recently appeared on the BBC Radio West Midlands as a part of their debate on saturated fats.

Tourism Authority of Thailand partnership with BU

A delegation from the Tourism Authority of Thailand came to BU to discuss developing a partnership with School of Tourism.
Topping out ceremony

BU’s new Student Centre reaches its highest point.

A topping out ceremony has marked a significant stage in the construction of Bournemouth University’s new state-of-the-art Student Centre.

Dr Jeff Bray appears on BBC Radio Solent

Dr Jeff Bray, a Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Retail management, appeared on Steve Harris’ Drivetime show on BBC Radio Solent, discussing the marketisation of Christmas.

BU academic at United Nations expert meeting

Dr Maharaj Vijay Reddy from the School of Tourism spoke on Sustainable Tourism

Golf leader and sports coach receive BU Honorary Doctorates

Eddie Bullock and David Alred MBE received the accolades during School of Tourism graduation ceremony

Alice Roberts Honorary Doctorate

BU celebrates success during graduation week

Over 5,000 BU graduates celebrated this week as they were handed their degree certificates during six graduation ceremonies.

Professor Dimitrios Buhalis on Spain’s rising tourism levels

Professor of Tourism featured by numerous international news outlets, including Reuters and Yahoo