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CONTENTS WELCOME ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
HOW TO USE THIS BOOKLET ............................................................................................................................................ 3
SEMESTER DATES .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
MODULE LIST .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
MODULE DESCRIPTIONS................................................................................................................................................... 7
Level 4/Stage 1 – First Year Modules........................................................................................................................... 7
Level 5/Stage 2 – Second Year Modules ...................................................................................................................... 9
Level 6/Stage 3 – Third Year Modules ....................................................................................................................... 11
USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION.................................................................................................................................. 14
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WELCOME Dear Student,
Firstly, may we thank you for your interest in studying at Plymouth University.
This book contains the modules that we offer to International/Exchange Students who intend to study with us during
the academic year 2017/18.
Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that all of these modules will run due to timetabling and resource constraints,
but we trust that nevertheless you will be able to select an enjoyable and satisfying programme.
May we take this opportunity to wish you every success with your studies and express the hope that you will find
your stay in Plymouth a happy and fruitful one.
Best wishes,
Plymouth Global
HOW TO USE THIS BOOKLET This booklet contains the modules that are available to incoming exchange students.
You are able to choose any module in the booklet (considering module description and any possible pre-requisites),
however, you should be clear that your home institution is happy with the modules that you have chosen. This is
your responsibility and we will not be liable if your home institution does not accept the modules that you have
chosen as valid for your programme of study.
To be accepted on modules with pre-requisites you will need to submit ALL previous transcripts with your application to show evidence that you have met the requirements.
The work involved becomes more specialised with higher level modules. Level 4/Stage 1 modules are often
introductory and are best suited to students without a background in the topic. Level 5/Stage 2 modules deal with
the subject in much greater detail and should be most appropriate for students in the second or third year of their
higher education. Level 6/Stage 3 modules usually require extensive previous knowledge of the topic as a pre-
requisite. You will have an opportunity to discuss your choices with appropriate Module Leaders during the first
week.
Please note that Immersive/Plymouth Plus modules are running only during the first four weeks in the Semester with
intensive schedule and immediate assessment. For this reason, if you will be interested in any of these modules, you
will have to combine them with modules starting afterwards (most probably modules in the same stage).
Please note that due to timetabling constraints your modules will not be finalised until you arrive in Plymouth and
have access to your Timetable. It is therefore very important that you have agreed on back-up modules with your
home institution before your arrival.
Please refer to the content on page 5 for a full list of the modules available. The module descriptions, including
learning outcomes, pre-requisites and assessment information can be found on following pages.
Please note the following:
20 PU credits is equivalent to 10 ECTS credits
10 PU credits is equivalent to 5 ECTS credits
Students may choose up to 60 credits (30 ECTS) per semester or 120 credits (60 ECTS) per academic year.
If you require any further information or assistance please contact [email protected]
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SEMESTER DATES
International Exchange Programme
Academic year 2017/18 We strongly advise you to arrive in Plymouth for the International Orientation commencing
11th September 2017. Semester 1 International Orientation Week 11 September 2017 Faculty Induction Week 18 September 2017
Start 25 September 2017
Christmas Vacation 18 Dec 2017– 08 Jan 2018
Formal Examination Weeks 15 Jan 2018 – 26 Jan 2018
End 26 January 2018
Semester 2 International Orientation and Induction 25 Jan 2018 – 27 Jan 2018 Start 29 Jan 2018 Easter Vacation 02 April 2018 – 20 April 2018 Formal Examination Weeks 21 May 2018 – 01 June 2018 End 01 June 2018
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MODULE LIST Module Code Module Title Semester Credits Module Leader
Level 4 / Stage 1 - First Year Modules
HTM102 Cruise & Maritime Operations Sem 1 20 Richard Parkman
HTM111 Tourism Environments & Tourist Behaviour Sem 2 20 Steve Jakes
HTM112 Arts, Entertainment & the Media Sem 1 20 Nigel Jackson
HTM121 Food Safety for the Hospitality Industry Sem 2 20 Christina Kelly
HTM128 Introduction to Sustainable Events Management Sem 1 - Im 20 Tanya Bellingham
HTM129 Introduction to Sustainable Hospitality Management Sem 1 - Im 20 Susan Horner
HTM132 Hospitality for Events Sem 1 20 Richard Parkman
HTM134 Tourism Geographies Sem 2 20 Graham Busby
HTM137A The Tourism Industry Sem 1 20 Graham Busby
HTM137B The Tourism Industry Sem 2 20 Graham Busby
HTM139 Facilities and Resource Management Sem 2 20 Mandy Aggett
HTM140 Fundamentals of Tourism Sem 1 20 Rong Huang
HTM141 Hospitality Operations Sem 1 20 Catherine Hine
HTM1001PP Foundations of Management for Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Sem 2 20 Jennifer Philips
Level 5 / Stage 2 - Second Year Modules
HTM206 Cruise Operations & Passenger Services Sem 2 20 Richard Parkman
HTM216 Tourism, Development & Culture Sem 1 20 Natalie Semley
HTM226 Promoting Events Sem 1 20 Nigel Jackson
HTM228 Tourism Marketing Sem 1 20 Rong Huang
HTM232 Food & Drink Management Sem 2 20 Craig Wight
HTM233 Contemporary Food Concerns Sem 1 20 Christina Kelly
HTM234 Contemporary Business Management for Hospitality Organisations
Sem 1 20 Susan Horner
HTM238 Tourism, Hospitality & Events Research Methods Sem 2 20 Natalie Semley
HTM242 Tourism, HR & Competitive Advantage Sem 1 20 Derek Shepherd
HTM243 Festivals & Events Tourism Sem 2 20 Natalie Semley
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Level 6 / Stage 3 - Third Year Modules
HTM310 Crisis & Disaster Management in the Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Sem 2 20 Derek Shepherd
HTM311 Cruise Operations & Continuity Planning Sem 2 20 Richard Parkman
HTM312 Film, Literary and Heritage Tourism Sem 2 20 Sheela-Jane Agarwal
HTM325 Business Strategy for Tourism & Hospitality Sem 2 20 Wai Mun Lim
HTM329 Leadership Sem 1 20 Richard Parkman
HTM332 Event Innovation Sem 1 20 Nigel Jackson
HTM333 Hospitality Dynamics Sem 1 20 Craig Wight
HTM335 Crime & Sustainable Tourism Sem 1 20 Sheela-Jane Agarwal
HTM336 Talent Management & Leadership Sem 2 20 Richard Parkman
HTM337 Entrepreneurship Sem 2 20 Susan Horner
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MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Level 4/Stage 1 – First Year Modules
Module Name: Cruise & Maritime Operations
Module Code: HTM102 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
This module introduces the cruise industry and the wider shipping context. There are two significant elements within the module; the shipping industry in general and the hotel services onboard ships in particular. A combination of lectures and student-directed learning activities will be included for this module.
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
Module Name: Tourism Environments & Tourist Behaviour
Module Code: HTM111 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The importance of the environment for tourism is explored recognising the physical, social and economic impacts
of tourism activity and sympathetic approaches to management. The forms of tourism, their associated markets,
patterns, impacts and associated tourist behaviour are also explored.
Module Leader: Steve Jakes
Module Name: Arts, Entertainment & the Media
Module Code: HTM112 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
This module considers the various dimensions of the arts, entertainment and the media and their relationship to society.
Module Leader: Nigel Jackson
Module Name: Food Safety for the Hospitality Industry
Module Code: HTM121 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 40%, Test 60% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
Sound understanding of food safety and hygiene by managers creates a safer food environment and products, as well as, providing managers with the ability to motivate staff to promote good food safety and hygiene practices. This module uses lectures, guest speakers and practical work to develop an understanding of the different aspects of food safety and hygiene and demonstrates why food safety and hygiene needs to be prevalent in many different hospitality environments. This module also includes field trips to advance student understanding.
Module Leader: Christina Kelly
Module Name: Introduction to Sustainable Events Management
Module Code: HTM128 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1 (4 weeks)
Pre-requisites: None
This module provides an overview of the events industry exploring event typologies, structure and scale. Addressing both the skills and knowledge required to become an effective event manager.
Module Leader: Tanya Bellingham
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Module Name: Introduction to Sustainable Hospitality Management
Module Code: HTM129 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1 (4 weeks)
Pre-requisites: None
Note to exchange students: This module includes a field trip which is booked in the first week.
This module develops a baseline understanding of the hospitality sector in the context of hospitality operations. It develops an understanding of sustainable management practice and considers these in the context of a range of hospitality operations. It includes an external learning element and provides a practical perspective to theoretical reading.
Module Leader: Susan Horner
Module Name: Hospitality for Events
Module Code: HTM132 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The module will cover the impact of food and beverage at events, also will explore events based around the use of food and beverage , such as corporate events , and those events where food and drink is a consumable, and the control measures and techniques used of food and beverage at events
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
Module Name: Tourism Geographies
Module Code: HTM134 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 60%, Practical 40% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module is intended to increase student awareness of both tourism destinations and influences upon their development. This module introduces students to the concept of contested geographies.
Module Leader: Graham Busby
Module Name: The Tourism Industry
Module Code: HTM137A Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 40%, Test 60% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The module is intended to increase student awareness of commercial operations in tourism. The module introduces students to the structure of commercial outbound tourism. Business concepts such as vertical, horizontal, complementary, and diagonal integration are examined. Niche forms of commercial tourism are reviewed.
Module Leader: Graham Busby
Module Name: The Tourism Industry
Module Code: HTM137B Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 40%, Practical 60% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module is intended to increase student awareness of commercial operations in tourism. The module introduces students to the structure of commercial outbound tourism. Business concepts such as vertical, horizontal, complementary, and diagonal integration are examined. Niche forms of commercial tourism are reviewed.
Module Leader: Graham Busby
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Module Name: Facilities and Resource Management
Module Code: HTM139 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 60%, Practical 40% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
This module provides the students with knowledge and understanding of issues relating to the management of facilities and resources within a tourism and hospitality context.
Module Leader: Mandy Aggett
Module Name: Fundamentals of Tourism
Module Code: HTM140 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Exam 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
New module for academic year 2017/18. Module description to be confirmed.
Module Leader: Rong Huang
Module Name: Hospitality Operations
Module Code: HTM141 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
New module for academic year 2017/18. Module description to be confirmed.
Module Leader: Catherine Hine
Module Name: Foundations of Management for Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Module Code: HTM1001PP Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
New module for academic year 2017/18. Module description to be confirmed.
Module Leader: Jennifer Philips
Level 5/Stage 2 – Second Year Modules
Module Name: Cruise Operations & Passenger Services
Module Code: HTM206 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module is designed to develop the knowledge and skills acquired in stage one in the context of the cruise
industry. Operational aspects of cruising combined with passenger services form the main focus. A programme of
lectures, seminars and individual projects will help develop student learning in context.
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
Module Name: Tourism, Development & Culture
Module Code: HTM216 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The importance of culture and underlying social principles are explored to aid in understanding tourism
development. The module also examines the relationship between tourism and host communities with particular
reference to developing countries.
Module Leader: Natalie Semley
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Module Name: Promoting Events
Module Code: HTM226 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
Note to exchange students: Students must be present from the first class due to the assignment structure
This module is designed to introduce the theories, concepts and skills required by event managers when they
have to promote an event. It covers two related themes: marketing and public relations. The role marketing and
public relations can play in staging a successful event will be assessed.
Module Leader: Nigel Jackson
Module Name: Tourism Marketing
Module Code: HTM228 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
This module intends to discuss different principles of tourism marketing. It reviews and analyses marketing issues.
It examines and investigates sustainable strategies for tourism businesses in a global context.
Module Leader: Rong Huang
Module Name: Food & Drink Management
Module Code: HTM232 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
This module intends to discuss different principles of tourism marketing. It reviews and analyses marketing issues.
It examines and investigates sustainable strategies for tourism businesses in a global context.
Module Leader: Craig Wight
Module Name: Contemporary Food Concerns
Module Code: HTM233 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 80%, Practical 20% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: Level 4 module ‘Food Safety for the Hospitality Industry’
This module builds upon the knowledge gained from Level 4 module ‘Food Safety for the Hospitality Industry’ and
is also underpinned by ‘contemporary issues’ related to the hospitality industry - including those affecting
consumers, the environment and business. The module uses different methods of investigation for assignment
work, through laboratory work, which allows for a good understanding of food, consumer requirements and safe
delivery. Lectures, laboratory work, group work and visits provide varied environments for learning the topics of
this module.
Module Leader: Christina Kelly
Module Name: Contemporary Business Management for Hospitality Organisations
Module Code: HTM234 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 70%, Test 30% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
This module develops students’ management skills, and explores the theories, concepts and contemporary issues,
relating to the key management functions of HR, marketing, and finance, in the specific context of the hospitality
industry.
Module Leader: Susan Horner
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Module Name: Tourism, Hospitality & Events Research Methods
Module Code: HTM238 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 60%, Practical 40% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
This module investigates the potential contributions of different disciplines and approaches that help to explain
the nature of tourism, hospitality and events management. The module examines the research methods used in
investigations that focus on tourism, hospitality and events management as applied academic subjects.
Module Leader: Natalie Semley
Module Name: Tourism, HR & Competitive Advantage
Module Code: HTM242 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The module aims to raise awareness of and deepen students’ understanding of the role of human resources in
achieving competitive advantage in the tourism industry.
Module Leader: Derek Shepherd
Module Name: Festivals & Events Tourism
Module Code: HTM243 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
To examine the importance of festivals and event tourism in relation to a tourist destination’s policy and planning
strategies. This will determine the value of events to the tourism industry. The module will also examine the
evolution of event tourism, and discuss the authenticity dilemma of event tourism with particular reference to
festivals and festival tourism.
Module Leader: Natalie Semley
Level 6/Stage 3 – Third Year Modules
Module Name: Crisis & Disaster Management in the Hospitality, Tourism & Events
Module Code: HTM310 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The purpose of this module is to equip students with a sound understanding of the principles and practice of
economic, environmental and political crisis and disaster management in the hospitality, tourism and events
industries.
Module Leader: Derek Shepherd
Module Name: Cruise Operations & Continuity Planning
Module Code: HTM311 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module considers the complex issues associated to managing change, evaluating risk and ensuring continuity
for cruise operations. In order to achieve this, a critical appraisal of contemporary industry issues is undertaken.
Thereafter, the module uses individual case study work centred on a cruise operation to enable students to apply
their understanding of business continuity planning to a realistic problem.
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
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Module Name: Film, Literary and Heritage Tourism
Module Code: HTM312 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
This module reviews the development of three significant forms of cultural tourism – heritage, film and literary
tourism - drawing on international examples. In doing so, it deals with a range of issues affecting the planning,
development and operation of heritage, film and literary tourism, such as the concern with authenticity, the
tensions between conservation and business viability, politics and propaganda, funding, interpretation and
simulacra and hyper-reality.
Module Leader: Sheela-Jane Agarwal
Module Name: Business Strategy for Tourism & Hospitality
Module Code: HTM325 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
This module focuses on exploring and understanding a range of theoretical approaches to developing strategies
for businesses in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Module Leader: Wai Mun Lim
Module Name: Leadership
Module Code: HTM329 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 70%, Practical 30% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The module allows the student to explore the role of leadership within organisations including both the practical
and theoretical aspects of leadership and how the concept is changing over time.
The module includes an intensive expedition field trip to enable students to further explore leadership theory and
concepts in practice.
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
Module Name: Event Innovation
Module Code: HTM332 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
Note to exchange students: Students must be present from the first class due to the assignment structure
This module is designed to develop the creative and communication skills required by event managers. It covers
three related themes: imagineering, persuasion, and creating an event business.
Module Leader: Nigel Jackson
Module Name: Hospitality Dynamics
Module Code: HTM333 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
The module establishes a basis from which students can recognise and reflect upon current concepts, trends, and
issues related to the hospitality industry and management. Concepts and issues will be explored through a series
of lectures and seminars presented by a variety of subject specialists.
Module Leader: Craig Wight
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Module Name: Crime & Sustainable Tourism
Module Code: HTM335 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 1
Pre-requisites: None
This module focuses on two contemporary tourism topics – crime and sustainable tourism. Included are the
relationships between tourism and the environment and the principles, approaches and pitfalls to sustainable
tourism management in an international context. The module also focuses on tourists and the tourism industry,
and the relationships between these and crime.
Module Leader: Sheela-Jane Agarwal
Module Name: Talent Management & Leadership
Module Code: HTM336 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module provides students with an opportunity to reflect on, critically appraise and develop a deep
understanding of talent management in a hospitality context. In addition students will examine the changing and
challenging role of leadership within tourism and hospitality organisations from theoretical and applied
perspectives.
Module Leader: Richard Parkman
Module Name: Entrepreneurship
Module Code: HTM337 Credits: Semester:
Assessment Weighting: Coursework 100% 20 Semester 2
Pre-requisites: None
The module allows students to explore the role and contribution of entrepreneurship in the hospitality and
tourism sectors. It develops a critical understanding of the theories, and concepts of entrepreneurs, and the links
to value creation and intrapreneurship. It considers entrepreneurial opportunities in hospitality and tourism and
considers the role of innovation, creative thinking techniques, and service development in the competitive
environment of different types of hospitality and tourism organisations.
Module Leader: Susan Horner
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USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION
Tereza Vranova and Matt Sharp
Administrators
Plymouth Global
Hepworth House
Telephone number: +44 (0)1752 87535 (Tereza) or +44 (0)1752 87518 (Matt)
Email: [email protected]