Master's

Tourism Futures Studies

Heilbronn University
Heilbronn, Germany English Taught
Tuition
€1,500/semester
Duration
18 Months
Intake
Winter Semester
Deadline
15 Jul 2026

About the Program

The Tourism Futures Studies program provides in-depth academic training with a special focus on Research Methods, Fundamental Issues of Tourism Future Studies, Leadership of Tomorrow, Digital Transformation in Tourism, Influencing Tourism Futures, Destination Marketing, Hospitality Marketing, Tourism Futures Project. It is ideally designed for Graduates with an excellent or good first degree in business or a business-related field interested in international tourism and hospitality. The programme integrates fundamental tourism concepts with a comprehensive understanding of interconnected challenges, employing dynamic approaches such as sustainability, resilience, and social integration across all modules..

Eligibility & Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • English language proficiency
  • Competitive academic record (GPA)

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Application Pipeline

1

Verify Eligibility

Ensure your GPA and language scores meet the requirements set for this program.

2

Prepare Documents

Draft your Academic CV and Motivation Letter tailored to Heilbronn University.

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official portal before the deadline.

Work & Stay

What you can earn and how long you can stay after graduation.

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Work & Stay in Germany

What happens after you graduate

Official info

Work while studying

20 hrs/week

Up to 20 hours/week during term. Full-time during semester breaks (90 full days or 180 half days per year).

Student pay rate

€12.82/hour

National minimum wage applies to student workers. Most student jobs pay €13–€16/hour.

Stay after graduation

18 months

Job Seeker Visa (§20 AufenthG) — Stay 18 months after graduation to find a job matching your qualification. No job offer needed to apply.

Path to residency

2 years

Permanent residency (Niederlassungserlaubnis) possible after 2 years of skilled employment. EU Blue Card holders may qualify after 21 months.

Average graduate salary

€45,000/year

Average starting salary for international graduates. Tech, engineering, and finance roles typically higher.

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Estimated Semester Cost

Tuition €1,500/semester
Admin / Union Fees €0/semester