Tourism and Hospitality

National N Diploma: Tourism
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NQF Level:

6

Credits:

360

Minimum Duration:

1.5 Years (3 Semesters) + 18 months’ workplace

Faculty:

Lifestyle, Culture & Tourism

Department:

Tourism, Lifestyles and Culture

Accreditation Authority:

Quality Council for Trades and Occupations
Discover a World of Opportunities with a Qualification in Tourism
Unlock a dynamic career path in one of the world’s most vibrant industries with the National Certificate in Tourism. This foundational qualification is your gateway to exciting roles such as travel consultant, tourism officer, and destination planner. Designed to provide you with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and industry insights needed to excel in tourism, the N4, N5, and N6 certificates prepare you for a rewarding future in a global sector that spans travel, hospitality, and leisure.

Why Choose This Qualification?

Offers an exciting path into the global tourism industry, equipping students with skills in travel office procedures, tourism communication, travel services, and tourist destinations, culminating in a National 'N' Diploma.

Admission Requirements.

N4: Pass in NSC or Equivalent qualification Certificate / NCV L4; N5: A National Certificate: N4: Tourism; N6: A National Certificate: N5: Tourism.

Qualification Structure.

Modules across N4 to N6 levels covering Tourism Communication, Tourist Destinations, Travel Office Procedures, Travel Services, and Computer Practice N4.

Learning Outcomes.

Graduates will gain knowledge in financial record keeping, principles of South African law, handling inquiries, car hire, travel insurance, and tour planning.

International Comparability.

Aligns with global qualifications such as the UK’s Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism, Australia’s Diploma of Travel and Tourism Management, and Canada’s Tourism and Hospitality Management Diploma.

Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.

Available through Contact Learning, Blended Learning, and Distance Learning with support via Moodle LMS and access to virtual labs.

Career Opportunities.

Travel Consultant, Tourism Officer, Destination Planner, Event Coordinator, Tour Guide, Hotel Front Office Supervisor, Airline Customer Service Agent.

Articulation Options.

Horizontal: National N Diploma in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or Business Management; Vertical: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Management or Hospitality; Diagonal: Diploma in Digital Marketing or Environmental Management.

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