Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Load

Full-time or Part-time

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

Transform your passion for experience and travel into leading sustainable futures in tourism, hospitality, and events. Develop the skills employers value in experience design, project management, marketing strategy, stakeholder engagement, destination development, digital innovation and visitor management.

Learn through industry projects, work placements and internationally focused experiences. Explore the environmental, social, cultural and economic impacts of tourism, hospitality and events. Develop strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills while learning how to create positive outcomes for people, businesses and communities. Graduate ready to design experiences, manage projects, engage stakeholders and create value across tourism, hospitality, events, sport, destinations and the wider experience economy. Build practical skills through industry projects, work-integrated learning and problem-based activities. Strengthen your communication, stakeholder engagement, project management and teamwork skills. Learn to think strategically and make evidence-based decisions that prepare you for the workplace. You will complete 140 hours of supervised work placement within your final year of study to enable you to apply knowledge developed throughout your studies and acquire new skills and professional networks to support your career readiness. This professional experience course provides an opportunity for you to undertake workplace experience in your desired career field.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place — student contribution applies

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
Domestic Applicants
International Applicants

Domestic students

Minimum selection rank: 63.00 (Newcastle City).
UAC code: 484400 — Newcastle City.

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 6; no sub-test below 6.
CRICOS course code: 111384M.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

A degree in Tourism, Hospitality and Events can take you anywhere you want to go. Build a career that reflects your interests and ambitions.

• Destination Management: Destination Marketing Officer, Visitor Economy Coordinator, Destination Manager
• Events and Festivals: Event Coordinator, Event Manager, Festival Director, Conference Manager
• Hospitality and Accommodation: Hotel Operations Coordinator, Accommodation Manager, Hotel or Resort Manager
• Visitor and Guest Experience: Visitor Experience Coordinator, Experience Manager
• Marketing and Digital Experiences: Tourism Marketing Coordinator, Digital Marketing Specialist, Marketing Manager
• Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement: Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, Partnership Manager
• Attractions, Experiences and Cultural Venues: Experience Coordinator, Experience Designer, Attraction or Experience Manager
• Entrepreneurship and Consulting: Tour Operator, Business Owner, Consultant or Entrepreneur

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Tourism, Hospitality and Events Industry Body

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units32 units

BUSN1002

Business Communications

ACCT1002

Business Acumen Fundamentals

BUSN3002

Industry Placement

Electives

Complete 40 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them.

ECON1111

Economics for Business Decisions

BUSN1010

Analytics in Business

BUSN3004

Career-Ready Industry Led Project Lab

THHE1003

Event Management Principles

INOV1001

Design Thinking: Creativity in Action

BUSN3500

International Work Placement in Business

MNGT1001

Introduction to Management and Sustainability

MKTG1001

Foundations of Marketing

BUSN2001

Ethical Principles for Responsible Business

THHE1001

Introduction to Global Tourism

MKTG2001

Digital and Social Media Marketing

THHE1002

Sustainable Tourism Systems

MKTG2010

Marketing Research and Data-Driven Insights

THHE2001

Experience Design and Management

IREL2003

The International Politics of Climate Change and the Future World

THHE2002

Tourism and Intercultural Encounters

THHE2003

Service Management in Tourism and Hospitality

THHE3001

Managing and Marketing Destinations

THHE2004

Tourism, Hospitality and Event Economics

THHE3002

Strategy for Tourism Futures and Innovation

THHE2005

Tourism and Hospitality Marketing

THHE3003

Leadership for Tourism, Hospitality and Events

BUSN3600

International Study Experience

MKTG3003

Creating and Managing Brands

MNGT3013

Innovation Management

THHE3004

Digital Transformation in Tourism, Hospitality and Events

THHE3005

Hotel and Hospitality Simulation

THHE3006

Tourism Experience Economies

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events take to complete?

The Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events at the University of Newcastle has a duration of 156 weeks.

Does this course include a work placement component?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 14 hours per week over 10 weeks, totalling 140 hours of work experience.

How much does the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events cost for international students?

The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$129,499, comprising tuition fees of AU$128,323 and non-tuition fees of AU$1,176.

Where can I study the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events?

The course is offered at four NSW locations owned and operated by the University of Newcastle: Callaghan, Central Coast, Gosford, and Newcastle City.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

No, this course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights because its broad Field of Education is 08 - Management and Commerce, which is explicitly excluded from eligibility under the CRICOS criteria.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$50,000 – $62,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$62,000 – $80,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$80,000 – $100,000/yr

Career Paths

Hotel General Manager
Front Office Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Restaurant Manager
Event Coordinator / Events Manager

Key Skills

Hotel and accommodation operations management
Food and beverage service and cost control
Customer relationship management and guest experience design
Event planning and conference management
Financial management, budgeting and revenue analysis

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