Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management (GCTHEM)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5547
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol in this program students must: a) Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 4.0 on a 7 point scale where approved degree means a bachelor degree in a cognate area (i.e. business, commerce, environmental/resource management and social sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology, geography, economics, education); OR b) Have completed post-secondary study and relevant work experience that the Executive Dean considers to be appropriate for entry into the program.
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
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
UQ Business School
Email: postgrad_enquiries@business.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 8100
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5547
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol in this program students must: a) Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 4.0 on a 7 point scale where approved degree means a bachelor degree in a cognate area (i.e. business, commerce, environmental/resource management and social sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology, geography, economics, education); OR b) Have completed post-secondary study and relevant work experience that the Executive Dean considers to be appropriate for entry into the program.
CRICOS Code: 077438M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.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 UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management?
The Graduate Certificate of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management is a postgraduate level qualification designed to provide students with an alternative pathway to the Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management and/or the Master of Tourism, Hotel & Event Management (Advanced). This 6 month program develops knowledge and skills in the areas of Event Management, Hotel Management, and Travel and Tourism Management in students of diverse educational backgrounds. The program allows graduates from related disciplines who have not previously studied tourism, hospitality or event management to change and accelerate their career by developing specialist knowledge in one of these areas complemented by a range of industry related experiences. The program includes a number of foundation and core courses which develop a comprehensive understanding of the tourism, hotel and event industries and the wider context in which they operate. Students will be taught by staff that are internationally recognised as leading experts in their fields, using state-of-the-art facilities.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
To enrol in this program students must: a) Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 4.0 on a 7 point scale where approved degree means a bachelor degree in a cognate area (i.e. business, commerce, environmental/resource management and social sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology, geography, economics, education); OR b) Have completed post-secondary study and relevant work experience that the Executive Dean considers to be appropriate for entry into the program.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
To enrol in this program students must: a) Hold an approved degree with a GPA of 4.0 on a 7 point scale where approved degree means a bachelor degree in a cognate area (i.e. business, commerce, environmental/resource management and social sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology, geography, economics, education); OR b) Have completed post-secondary study and relevant work experience that the Executive Dean considers to be appropriate for entry into the program.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 077438M
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
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.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event Management
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Tourism, Hotel and Event 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 #8 from the MTHEM List comprising -
- #6 from Part A; and
- #2 from Part B.
Refer to the GCTHEM 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.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
