Diploma of Travel and Tourism (Partnership with Flight Centre Travel Academy)
Torrens University Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 03389E
The Diploma of Travel and Tourism has been designed to provide a broad understanding of travel and tourism for those graduates wishing to enter the diverse areas found within this sector in Australia, and globally. The course aims to develop graduates with attitudes of intellectual curiosity, independent thinking, a commitment to lifelong learning, and to be ethical, reflective professional practitioners. This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base in travel and tourism and demonstrate a range of skills to ensure that business functions are effectively conducted in an organisation.This Higher Education Diploma course has been co-curated between Torrens University Australia and Flight Centre Travel Academy. The curriculum ensures that you are immersed in industry and receive the relevant employability skills and outcomes. The partnership between Flight Centre Travel Academy and Torrens University provides you with industry employment opportunities as well as pathways for further studies.
Structure
Delivered online, this course comprises 6 core subjects and 2 electives, each subject requiring 13.3 hours of study per week, per module (made up of classes and self-directed study). Independent learning includes essential time spent on pre-reading and viewing materials, assessment task progression, and learning activities.
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL (equivalent full- time student load) at AQF level 5 (diploma), or equivalent, from an Australian University or another registered higher education provider OR Successful completion of at least 0.25 EFTSL of an AQF level 6 (Associate Degree) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or another accredited higher education provider OR An Australian secondary school certificate (evidenced by a state/territory-issued certificate or via tertiary admission centre platforms)
