Introduction

This programme prepares students for an exciting career in the tourism industry. The programme is intense and covers a wide spectrum of both skills-based training and knowledge that is critical for the tourism industry. This programme is highly sought after as it caters for students seeking employment opportunities in various sectors of the tourism industry.

* Please note that the admission requirements listed for this specific qualification may change during the year, please consult the admission office before applying.

(Please note that these are the specific programme admission requirements – the university has its own minimum admission requirements.)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS:

• Admission Points Score of 30.
• Minimum NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met.
• English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa (home language or first additional language) on at least level 3 (40-49%).
• NSC achievement rating of at least 2 (30-39%) for Mathematics or 3 (40-49%) for Mathematical Literacy.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to answer an interest questionnaire.
• Applicants with an Admission Points Score between 22 and 29 may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008:

• Senior Certificate with at least five subjects passed.
• The language of instruction must be passed with a minimum HG=E or SG=C, as well as any other 2^nd language.
• Learners must score at least 24 points on the university’s SPS rating scale.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to answer an interest questionnaire.
• Applicants who do not meet the requirements for direct admission, and who have an SPS of 18 or higher, may be referred to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or not to admit the applicant to the course.