International Heritage and Cultural Tourism Management

Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in Tourism, Leisure, or other travel-related subjects in order to be eligible for the programme.

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

An advanced degree providing expert knowledge in cultural heritage tourism and visitor attractions.

Thanks to its rich history, abundance of heritage attractions, UNESCO World Heritage Status and world-famous arts festival, Edinburgh is a popular destination for a rising number of cultural tourists from all over the world – which is why it’s a great place for you to study MSc International Heritage & Cultural Tourism Management.

Edinburgh Napier University has been teaching tourism for over 25 years and specialises in applied, research-informed learning to provide the graduate employability skills needed for successful careers in the international tourism industry.

The MSc International Heritage & Cultural Tourism Management programme is ideal for those with prior scholarship in tourism, leisure or travel-related subjects. This advanced degree will equip you with the knowledge you need to successfully operate a heritage or cultural tourism business and devise policies and strategies for the industry. You will study alongside leading tourism academics to build an advanced knowledge of heritage management, natural area tourism, experience design and visual culture to enhance your career within the sector.