Program Overview

Foundation in Hospitality and Tourism

Programme Details

MQF Level

2

Study Mode

On Campus

ECTS

60

Duration

2 Semesters + LITP

Course Description

The Foundation in Hospitality and Tourism programme provides students with an introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry, covering a wide range of topics and skills necessary for working in this field. This programme provides a basic understanding of the tourism and hospitality sectors and applies various skills in practical modules of study. Modules within this programme cover areas pertaining to ICT foundation, Personal Development, Food and Beverage Service Practical, Introduction to Housekeeping, Introduction to Food Preparation and Production Practical, Introduction to Events, Barista Basics, and Introduction to Front Office (Introduction to Wines and Public speaking as elective modules).

Throughout the programme, students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience by working in various areas of the hospitality industry. This hands-on experience will further enhance their understanding and skills in the field.

By the end of the programme, students will have acquired key competencies necessary for the tourism and hospitality industry and will be prepared for a smooth progression into the Certificate level of study.

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Provide a basic understanding of tourism and hospitality sectors.
• Apply various skills in practical modules of study.
• Acquire key competences necessary for tourism and hospitality.
• Prepares candidates for a smooth progression into the Certificate level.

Entry Criteria

• Successful completion of compulsory education
• Or
• Successful Completion of the Alternative Learning Programme (ALP)
• A profiling interview upon admission may be conducted in order to better assist students with their learning process. Admissions of special cases will be referred to the ITS’ Admissions Board.
• All students will be asked for a Food Handling License in the application form. Applicants who are still not in possession of the license at application phase will be directed on the application form itself to apply for the Food Handling Course which leads to License B.
• Note: Individuals applying for the Foundation in Hospitality and Tourism study programme must be a minimum of 16 years of age by end of December of current academic year and are not to exceed the age of 22 years by the start of the academic year.
• For English Language Requirements for International & Mature Students refer to International Students page.

Course Dates

Next intake will commence course on the 29th of September 2025.

Course Modules

• FCTE2025 Foundation in Hospitality and Tourism English
• FCTE2036 Introduction to Basic Kitchen Costings
• FCTE2004 ICT Foundation
• FCTE2037 Foreign Language Culture
• FCTE2008 Food & Beverage Service Practical
• FCTE2026 Introduction to Food Preparation & Production Practical
• FCTE2010 Introduction to Housekeeping
• FCTE2011 Food and Beverage Service Theory
• FCTE2012 Introduction to the Theory of Food Preparation & Production
• FCTE2005 Personal Development
• FCTE2030 Introduction to Events
• FCTE2015 Individual Kitchen & Larder
• FCTE2018 Career Development
• FCTE2006 Familiarisation Visitis Within the Tourism & Hospitality Industry
• FCTE2019 Introduction to Front Office
• FCTE2032 Barista Basics
• FCTE2027 Tourism Awareness
• FCTE2029 Introduction to Wines
• FCTE2033 Public Speaking
• FCTE2017 LITP
• FCTE2016 Introduction to Bartending

Fees

All prices are equivalent to a semester of studies. Local and International Internships are exempted from fees.

Progression Opportunities

• Certificate in Travel and Tourism
• Certificate in Rooms Division
• Certificate in Events
• Certificate in Food Preparation & Service