Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management (BIHTM)
Information valid for students commencing 2020
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2194
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Student Experience Officer
Email: bel@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 7111
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2020
Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2194
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 037701K
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management?
From climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge to snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, Australia is well known for providing memorable visitor experiences, making it an ideal place to study tourism. The Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management program prepares you for a successful career in the domestic and international tourism industry.
The program will help you develop your managerial capabilities and business acumen and build a professional network. You can also choose to specialise in one or two of the key areas including events, hospitality and tourism management.
The program blends theory with practice through exciting initiatives including the Executive Shadowing Program (ESP) and the Tourism Regional Internship Project (TRIP).
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
- Bachelors of Business Management / International Hotel and Tourism Management
- Bachelors of Arts / International Hotel and Tourism Management
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 037701K
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment in:
- Conferences and conventions centres
- Hospitality training and consultancy firms
- Hotels and resorts
- Institutional hospitality management
- Performing and visual arts complexes
- Private event enterprises
- State, regional and local tourism organisations
- Tourism and hotel consultancies
- Other various aspects of the tourism industry
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Hotels Association
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education
- The Council for Australasian Tourism and Hospitality Education
- International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
- International Festivals and Events Association
- Meetings and Events Australia
- Meetings Professionals International
- Pacific Asia Travel Association
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Restaurant and Catering Queensland
- Tourism and Transport Forum Australia
- United Nations World Tourism Organization
Program rules for the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
To complete the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain 48 units* from the BIHTM list comprising -
- 18 units of compulsory courses from Part A; and
- 12 units from one major in Part B (at least 6 units must be from level 3 courses); and
- 18 units for either -
- (1) 12 units for a second major from Part B (at least 6 units must be from level 3 courses); and 6 units of general electives from Part B or C or almost any undergraduate program in the University approved by the Executive Dean; or
(2) 16 units of general electives from Part B or C or almost any undergraduate program in the University approved by the Executive Dean; and 2 units from Part B or C.
* No more than 4 units can be at level 1 excluding Part A compulsory courses. Refer to the BIHTM rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.