Tourism & Hospitality Diploma

CTH Management Programmes offer an excellent alternative or complement to university studies in Hospitality and Tourism. Graduates of these programmes typically aspire to management roles, whether at a junior trainee level for those completing the Level 4 Diploma or at a senior postgraduate level for those completing the Level 7 Diploma. Each programme is specifically geared toward a particular learning outcome. For example, the Level 5 Advanced Diploma is an ideal pathway course for centers seeking to run a full university ‘top-up’ final year, while the Level 6 Professional Diploma offers a complete integrated degree-level learning package.

CTH Management Programmes offer a comprehensive range of study programmes designed to suit all learning objectives.

CTH Level 3 Foundation Diploma Entry Level

Level 3 – Foundation Certificate/Diploma An introductory foundation in the core elements of the sector.

These programmes are designed as a foundation for those new to the sector. Typically studied after high school, completing the Diploma is an excellent primer for students seeking to progress to Level 4.

Study Structure:

The CTH Level 3 Foundation Diploma programmes are 120 credits. Students are required to demonstrate interpersonal, self-study, research, and presentation skills throughout. Assessments are designed to encourage these skills, providing a strong foundation for further studies in hospitality and tourism. Students achieve the 600 Guided Learning Hours (1200 TQT) through a mix of face-to-face classes, seminars, hotel visits, self-study, group study, and research work. Those based at a study center must attend a certain number of lecture hours to support their studies and will receive guidance to complete the learning hours.

Admission requirements

These are open-access qualifications; however, students should typically be at least 16, have completed secondary education, and have an English IELTS 5.0 equivalent. Students should also possess basic study skills. International students may combine this programme with the CTH English for Tourism & Hospitality course to improve their industry-related English vocabulary, now available as an extensive Teaching Pack to Centres.

Pathways:

Successful graduates of the Diploma may apply for entry to any of CTH’s Undergraduate Level programmes. Alternatively, the qualification is accepted for direct entry to a wide range of hospitality and tourism-related bachelor’s degree programmes.

CTH Level 4 Diploma Undergraduate Level (Part 1)

Level 4 – Diploma For students seeking an essential grounding in management principles for direct entry to trainee positions in the industry.

CTH Level 4 Diploma programmes provide an understanding of fundamental operational aspects and a knowledge of the key management principles involved

Diploma level courses combine practical career-based elements with a number of essential underpinning management disciplines that will be invaluable as the student’s career progresses.

Two specialist streams are offered, one in Hospitality Management and one in Tourism Management. Each comprises 7 mandatory units totalling 145 credits, with 480 Guided Learning Hours (1200 TQT). Assessment is by a combination of closed book written 2.5 hour examination or assignment/work assessment. Students from this programme can either use it to help secure a trainee position with a relevant employer or use it for entry into the Level 5 Diploma courses.

Admission requirements

Students must be at least 17, have completed secondary education (UK Level 3 equivalent) and have English IELTS 5.5 equivalent. Students should also have demonstrable study skills.

CTH Level 5 Advanced Diploma Undergraduate Level (Part 2)

Level 5 – Advanced Diploma The next step, leading to direct entry into a final year ‘top-up’ university degree, and equivalent to year two of a bachelor’s degree

The CTH Level 5 Advanced Diploma is a substantive management programme, typically taught over a nine-month period and designed to provide direct entry to the final year of a university bachelor’s degree

The course aims to provide students with an understanding of the managerial, decision making and leadership aspects of the industry. In addition, it is also designed to develop independent research and study skills required when working at senior managerial level in the industry. It is therefore an excellent preparation for either entry to the workplace or as a springboard into final year bachelor’s degree level study.

Two specialist streams are offered, one in Hospitality Management and one in Tourism Management. Each comprises seven mandatory units (five of which are common, with two specialised) and 480 Guided Learning Hours (1200 TQT). It leads to a total of 175 credits.

Assessment is via a combination of closed book written examination or assignment/ work assessment. All assessments are marked or moderated by CTH.

Admission requirements

Entry is available to graduates of the CTH Level 4 Diploma or equivalent approved qualification. Students should have at least IELTS 5.5 level English or equivalent and demonstrable academic study skills.

University pathways

CTH Advanced Diploma graduates have access to a range of university final year degree programmes, not just in the UK but internationally

CTH Level 6 Professional Diploma Undergraduate Level (Part 3)

Level 6 – Professional Diploma Offering equivalence to the majority of a full final year of a UK university bachelor’s degree programme. Students completing this award can convert it into a university bachelor’s degree with just a small amount of further study.

The CTH Level 6 Professional Diploma is designed to be equivalent to most of the final year of a bachelor’s degree

This programme is CTH’s ultimate undergraduate level award and has been expressly designed to provide similar learning to that provided by much of the final year of a British university bachelor’s degree programme in hospitality and tourism.

In fact, graduates of this programme are able to convert their award into a recognised British university bachelor’s degree from Derby University simply by completing an additional three units online with the University.

The Level 6 Diploma programme is designed as an advanced 120 credit, 480 Guided Learning Hours (1200 TQT) qualification in international hospitality & tourism management, covering all the key skills required for a management career in the sector.

Admission requirements

Admission to this programme is open to those students who have completed an appropriate Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject, such as a CTH Level 5 Advanced Diploma, or a relevant HND. Applicants should also have at least English IELTS 5.5 level or equivalent and possess high level academic study skills (Harvard referencing and criticality)

CTH Level 7 Executive Diploma Postgraduate Level Programme

Level 7 – Executive A broad postgraduate learning programme, ideal for those with supervisory management experience in the sector

CTH’s ultimate awards, designed to provide a stepping stone onto Master’s Degrees and management roles. This respected international qualification is appropriate for hospitality and tourism graduates, as well as for experienced hospitality and tourism managers without a first degree. It can also provide an effective progression route for graduates in other fields who wish to make a career change into the growing hospitality and tourism sectors

The Executive programme

Senior management positions within the hospitality and tourism sectors increasingly require applicants to be able to demonstrate proven strategic management skills. Whilst it is possible for this to be evidenced by extensive career experience, the possession of a recognised post-graduate level management qualification adds credibility and strength to any CV.

Developed from CTH’s deep industryspecific experience, the CTH level 7 Executive Diploma in International Hospitality & Tourism Management covers all the key management skills in its eight different units. It is designed to equip you with the skills you need to advance your career into senior management roles within this huge global industry.

Admission requirements

Minimum of a recognised university degree in a relevant hospitality, tourism or management subject. Equivalence for non-UK degrees should be evaluated through NARIC. Non-graduates and holders of non-relevant degrees – A minimum of 5 years of evidenced work experience at managerial level within the hospitality & tourism industries. Successful completion of the CTH Level 6 Professional Diploma.

All applicants must be individually pre-approved for admission by CTH, and have good English (to at least IELTS 6.0 or equivalent) and high-level academic study skills (Harvard referencing and criticality).

Master’s Pathway

CTH Level 7 Executive Diploma graduates will have access to a range of universities to convert their Executive Diploma into a relevant Master’s Degree.

Specifically, CTH has a close partnership with Coventry University London for student progression from the CTH Level 7 Executive Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management directly into the very final stage of their MSc. in International Hospitality & Tourism Management.

Other Master’s pathways are being added periodically so please visit cthawards.com for the latest list.