Tourism and Gastronomy Management
The Tourism and Gastronomy Management (English) program at Marmara University is a four-year undergraduate degree taught fully in English. This program is for students who want to learn how tourism and food industries work, and how to manage hotels, restaurants, travel services and gastronomic businesses. Students study tourism management, hospitality, gastronomy, service design, business basics, and customer relations. They also learn about global tourism trends, travel planning, sustainable tourism and food culture. Through practical courses, case studies and service-industry training, the programme gives students the skills to work in dynamic tourism and hospitality environments.
Located in Istanbul — a city famous for its rich history, culture and vibrant tourism — this program offers many opportunities to see real hospitality and tourism businesses in action. Students benefit from modern courses, knowledgeable staff and English-language instruction. The programme helps students become professionals who can work in hotels, travel agencies, gastronomic businesses or tourism planning organisations. With its international perspective, the programme also prepares students for careers not only in Türkiye but anywhere in the world.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, international, English)
- Admission semester: Fall semester (first year start)
- Area of study: Tourism and Gastronomy Management
- Admission modus: Regular undergraduate admission / Without admission restriction
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Tourism & Hospitality
- Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality
- Basics of Business & Management
- Academic English / Communication Skills
- Basic Economics / Sociology
Semester 2 – Customer Service & Hospitality Principles
- Service Management & Hospitality Basics
- Tourism Geography & Destinations
- Food Culture & Introduction to Gastronomy
- Statistics / Data Analysis for Tourism
Semester 3 – Tourism Business & Gastronomy Fundamentals
- Restaurant and Hotel Management Basics
- Food & Beverage Operations I
- Tourism Marketing & Promotion
- Cultural Heritage & Tourism History
Semester 4 – Hospitality Operations & Tourism Planning
- Hotel Operations & Housekeeping Management
- Travel Agency & Tour Planning
- Food & Beverage Operations II
- Elective / Optional Course
Semester 5 – Sustainable Tourism & Food Systems
- Sustainable Tourism & Responsible Travel
- Food Quality & Safety Management
- Tourism Economics & Business Analysis
- Elective / Optional Course
Semester 6 – Tourism Management & Global Hospitality
- Global Tourism Trends & International Hospitality Management
- Event Management & Conference Tourism
- Food & Beverage Management & Customer Relations
- Elective / Optional Course
Semester 7 – Industry Practices & Project Work
- Tourism & Gastronomy Management Project I / Team Project
- Internship or Practical Training in Hospitality / Tourism Business
- Service Design & Customer Experience
- Elective / Optional Course
Semester 8 – Graduation Project & Career Preparation
- Tourism & Gastronomy Management Project II / Capstone Project
- Professional Ethics & Hospitality Law
- Seminar / Internship / Career Planning
- Elective / Optional Course
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme can work in many different fields such as hotel management, restaurant operations, travel agencies, tourism planning companies, event and conference management, gastronomy businesses, and hospitality services. They may also find roles in tourism marketing, customer relations, food & beverage management, sustainable tourism development, or cultural and heritage tourism projects. International hotels and global travel companies value graduates with English-medium education, giving opportunities abroad. Additionally, graduates may continue with postgraduate studies in tourism management, hospitality, gastronomy, sustainability or business to specialise further.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Tourism and Gastronomy Management (English) program at Marmara University means you get a broad education that combines business, hospitality and cultural knowledge. You learn about tourism, hotels, restaurants, gastronomy, customer service and management — so you are ready to work in many types of hospitality or tourism jobs. Because instruction is in English, you are prepared for global standards, international businesses and travel industries worldwide.
Also, studying in Istanbul gives you the chance to experience real tourism and gastronomy environments — with cultural richness, diverse visitors and many hospitality businesses. The program gives you practical knowledge, global outlook and a flexible career path that can lead to exciting opportunities in Türkiye or abroad. It provides a strong foundation for students who want to grow in the global hospitality and tourism industry.
Contact Information
Marmara University – Faculty of Applied Sciences
Tourism & Gastronomy Management Department
Address: Göztepe Campus, 34722 Istanbul, Türkiye
Tel: +90 216 348 02 92
Fax: +90 216 348 02 91
Email: tourism@marmara.edu.tr
Faculty of Applied Sciences – Student Affairs Office
Marmara University
Göztepe Campus, 34722 Istanbul, Türkiye
Tel: +90 216 777 30 00
Fax: +90 216 777 30 01
Email: asf_studentaffairs@marmara.edu.tr
International Office – Marmara University
Göztepe Campus, 34722 Istanbul, Türkiye
Tel: +90 216 777 11 00
Fax: +90 216 777 11 01
Email: international@marmara.edu.tr
