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Foundation Degree in Hospitality Management in Middlesbrough – Middlesbrough College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Free Foundation Degree in Hospitality Management in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College. This two-year full-time daytime course combines workplace learning with classroom study, giving you grounding in the business and operational side of the hospitality industry. You'll need 48 UCAS tariff points from a relevant Level 3 qualification, plus GCSE grade 4 or equivalent in English and maths. You'll have access to industry-standard commercial catering facilities on site. Complete the FD in Hospitality Management qualification, then add one further year of study to convert to an honours degree.

Who this course is for

Hospitality Management is a fast paced, dynamic international industry that offers a range of exciting career pathways. This award provides the perfect foundation to help you launch your career in this competitive business environment. This is a two year vocational course that combines real world learning in the workplace with theoretical study. You can convert to an honours degree with one additional year of study. You will have access to industry-standard commercial catering facilities and a restaurant, where you will work with professional staff on live commercial events. You will also investigate and work with local businesses to expand and apply your knowledge of the sector and showcase your skills to potential employers. Practical sessions are supported by a range of guest speakers and industrial visits to key local and national organisations to help you to understand the infrastructure of the industry. You will gain an understanding of the key issues facing hospitality managers. There is a clear emphasis on developing relevant skills and a significant part of the learning is work based. Click here for programme specification. This programme is validated by the Open University. For information on the OU regulations, fee information, refunds and payment details including annual increases, and accessibility statement please see our Essential Information page.

Entry requirements

You must have achieved 48 UCAS tariff points from an appropriate Level 3 qualification (NVQ 3, BTEC Award, A Level or relevant T Level qualification). You are also required to have GCSE passes at grade 4 (C) or equivalent in English and maths. Non-standard applicants for both full and part time modes of study will be considered based on individual merit and industrial experience relevant to the programme. This decision will be determined by interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of hospitality operations and how businesses in the sector are managed.
  • You'll study food and beverage service, accommodation, and events within a commercial context.
  • You'll learn how to manage people, budgets, and resources in a hospitality setting.
  • You'll apply business and marketing principles to hospitality enterprises.
  • You'll gain practical experience through workplace learning alongside your classroom study.
  • You'll build understanding of the international scope of the hospitality industry.

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom-based theory at Middlesbrough College with real workplace experience. You'll study full-time over two years, attending daytime classes. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical tasks, and workplace-based learning. The course uses industry-standard commercial catering facilities on site.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hotel manager: overseeing daily operations across a hotel
  • Restaurant manager: running front-of-house and back-of-house teams
  • Events coordinator: planning and delivering corporate or private events
  • Food and beverage manager: managing service and stock in hospitality venues
  • Catering manager: leading catering operations in large organisations
  • Front office manager: managing guest services and reception teams
  • Hospitality supervisor: team leadership role across hotels, restaurants, or venues

What you could study next

After completing the Foundation Degree, you can top up to a full BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management with one additional year of study. This opens routes into graduate management programmes and senior operational roles. You could also pursue professional qualifications in areas such as HR, finance, or events management to specialise further.

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