Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management (BIHTM)
Information valid for students commencing 2015
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
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.
Additional application information
Domestic students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. Applications for credit need to be submitted as soon as possible after receiving an offer in the program.
International students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. To view some of these opportunities, click here.
Domestic students may be eligible to study courses overseas as part of an approved exchange program. For further course study options and application details, visit the BEL Overseas Study website.
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 applyDuration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2015)
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 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.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.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
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
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C.
Additional application information
Domestic students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. Applications for credit need to be submitted as soon as possible after receiving an offer in the program.
International students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. To view some of these opportunities, click here.
Domestic students may be eligible to study courses overseas as part of an approved exchange program. For further course study options and application details, visit the BEL Overseas Study website.
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 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 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.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
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
- The Association for Tourism and Leisure Education
- Council for Australian University Tourism and Hospitality Educators
- Festivals and Events Association
- International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
- Meetings and Events Australia
- Meetings Professionals International
- Pacific Asia Travel Association
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Restaurant and Catering Queensland
- Tourism and Transport Forum Australia
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 from the BIHTM List comprising -
- #24 of compulsory courses from Part A; and either
- (1) Students who wish to complete a major:
- #12 from one major in Part B (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- #12 of general elective courses from Part B or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses; or
- #24 from two majors in Part B, each comprising #12 (at least #6 in each major must be from level 3 courses);
- at least #12 of elective courses from Part B (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- up to #12 of general elective courses from Part B or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses.
(2) Students who do not wish to complete a major:
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.
