Starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, Varna University of Management offers distance learning in International Tourism, leading to a Master’s degree. Designed for applicants seeking greater flexibility, the programme allows students to pursue higher education while balancing work, career development, and other commitments.
The distance-learning programme is organised on the basis of the curriculum documentation for the corresponding full-time programme and is equivalent to it in terms of the content of study, the required number of credits, the degree awarded, and the professional qualification obtained. The learning process is delivered predominantly through electronic learning and e-administration tools, with remote access to learning activities, resources, assessment, and administrative services.
All semester and state examinations in a non-contact format are conducted remotely through an electronic assessment and examination system. Where required by the nature of the programme, on-site sessions may also be scheduled, but they may not exceed 15% of the total number of hours in the curriculum of the corresponding full-time programme.
Students enrolled in the distance-learning mode graduate with a VUM degree. A Cardiff Metropolitan University degree is not awarded in this mode of study.
Varna University of Management (VUM) is among the leading educational institutions, with over 30 years of experience in educating and developing future leaders in the fields of tourism and hospitality.
We offer one of the few opportunities to study International Tourism in a truly international environment, where students gain valuable experience within a multicultural academic setting. The programme is taught entirely in English, preparing students for successful international careers.
In 2025, VUM’s International Tourism programme was ranked 10th in the world by the prestigious Eduniversal Best Masters ranking, recognising the high quality of education and its strong international orientation.
Detailed information about the semester tuition fees can be found here.
At Varna University of Management, we provide clear and transparent guidelines for the application process. Our main criteria for prospective students include strong motivation and a good command of the English language.
During the admission process, VUM strictly follows the regulations and guidelines set by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Bulgaria. This ensures that our practices fully comply with official national standards and requirements.
More information can be found here.
Completing a Master’s degree in International Tourism at Varna University of Management offers numerous advantages, the most significant being the wide range of career opportunities available to graduates.
Our alumni go on to become managers and entrepreneurs across all areas of the hospitality and tourism industry worldwide. After successfully completing their Master’s degree, they continue their professional development in tourism companies and organisations, transport companies and agencies, hotels and hotel chains, travel agencies, as well as governmental and international organisations related to tourism management.
VUM prepares its postgraduate students for a highly competitive job market by providing practical guidance, support, and opportunities for career development.
