Program Overview

Diploma of Tourism, Hospitality and Events [Pathway]

Build the management, leadership and customer experience skills to excel within the tourism, hospitality and event management industries. Explore the marketing, ethical and legal foundations of the field and prepare for further tertiary qualifications. Successful completion of this Diploma enables you to transition into a JCU Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events.

Fast Facts

• Location: JCU campuses or study centres where you can study this course. 'Online' means the course can be studied off-campus using a combination of online resources, printed material or other technologies. Some online courses include on-campus workshops and travel for professional placements.
  • Brisbane
• Commencing: The month(s) you can start the course. For courses offered at JCU Singapore and JCU Brisbane, see 'How to Apply'.
  • Brisbane: January, May, July, September, November
• Fees: Indicative, annual cost of your course. Some courses are supported by the Australian Government with the government paying some of your fees. This is the Commonwealth Supported fee. The tuition fee is the fee payable if Commonwealth Support does not apply. You can defer your fees if eligible with HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP. The Student Services & Amenities Fee is a required payment from most students.
  • $28,304.00+ (estimated annual tuition and student services and amenities fee for a full-time study load)
  • Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible
  • Currently displaying fees for 2025, which are subject to change in following years.
• Duration: The time it will take you to complete the course as a full-time student. Also specifies if the course is available part-time. This section will indicate if some online courses may have a longer duration due to their different delivery method.
  • 1 year full-time
• Entry Requirements: This is usually a score given to Year 12 students upon completion of their studies. Non-school leavers can have their qualifications and work experience assessed to obtain an equivalent score. The score displayed is the minimum adjusted ATAR/rank that was required for entry. Some subjects are required for entry into a course. Whereas assumed knowledge indicates a minimum level of knowledge
  • Successful completion of a course of study equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Certificate or Successful completion of JCU Certificate of Higher Education
  • English language requirements
    • Band P
    • If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
• CRICOS Code: CRICOS code indicates the course has been approved for delivery to overseas students in Australia, and appears on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
  • K

Course detail

What to expect

Begin your university journey with this supportive, foundational course that equips you to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Successful completion of this one-year Diploma means you will be eligible to continue your studies with a Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events.

Build skills in professional and academic communication, digital literacy and leadership as you explore key industry issues such as sustainability, resilience and change management. You'll consider foundational research and strategies within this diverse and exciting field. Develop an understanding of human behaviour and decision-making, as you learn to identify and draw upon factors that influence consumer choice.

Prepare for further learning with tailored support from lecturers committed to your success as you develop study strategies that work for you. Work collaboratively with your peers, as well as on individual projects. The experience in communication, data analysis and problem-solving will prepare you for the workplace, and are highly relevant to your future career as you build a foundation of employable skills, knowledge and an understanding of the tourism, hospitality and events industries.

Successful graduates of the Diploma of Tourism, Hospitality and Events can transition into a Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events, and may meet the entry requirements for other JCU degrees. Some subjects may be eligible to count as credit for this purpose.

Begin a fast-paced, rewarding career in tourism, hospitality and events today. JCU graduates are equipped with the business knowledge, practical skills and hands-on training to excel in workplaces within Australia and across the world.

Career Opportunities

This course can be used as a pathway into undergraduate study with JCU. You’ll benefit from a supportive educational experience that equips you to discover everything university can offer you. Successful completion will see you meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events are multi-skilled, dynamic professionals who are in high demand across several industries. JCU graduates pursue careers in tourism, hospitality, events, and business.

Upon completion of a Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events, you may explore roles as a hospitality manager, events manager, hotel supervisor, travel agent, spa manager, event and conference organiser, tourism operator, tour guide or business owner.