Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management (BIHTM)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2194
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2009*
12/77
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2010 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
777001 B Int Hotel & Tourism Mgt
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 8691
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2194
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 037701K
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 26650
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management?
Graduates of the prestigious Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management (BIHTM) are in strong demand by employers in both Australia and overseas. The BIHTM contains a range of compulsory professional learnings, such as Asia-Pacific Cultures and Tourism, International Hotel Management and International Gaming Management. Students are also instructed in fundamental business principles, ensuring that graduates have a solid grounding in areas such as management, marketing, human resources and finance.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
International Hotel and Tourism Mgmt
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2010 admissions.
QTAC code(s)
777001 B Int Hotel & Tourism Mgt
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C.
Additional application information
Domestic students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. Please contact your Faculty Advisor for further information on bel@uq.edu.au.
International students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. To view some of these opportunities, click here.
Domestic students may be eligible to take these courses overseas as part of an approved exchange program. For further course study options and application details, visit the BEL Exchange Program website.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 037701K
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 8691
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 26650
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2010 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Careers
Graduates can expect to find employment in:
- Conferences and conventions centres
- Hospitality training and consultancy firms
- Hotels and resorts
- Institutional hospitality management
- Performing and visual arts complexes
- Private event enterprises
- State, regional and local tourism organisations
- Tourism and hotel consultancies
- Other various aspects of the tourism industry
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian Hotels Association
- Australian Institute of Travel and Tourism
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies
- Festivals and Events Association
- Hotel and Catering International Management Association
- International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education
- Meetings and Events Australia
- Meetings Professionals International
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management
To complete the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #48 from the BIHTM List comprising -
- #24 of compulsory courses from Part A; and either
- (1) Students who wish to complete a major:
- #12 from one major in Part B (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- #12 of general elective courses from Part B or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses; or
- #24 from two majors in Part B, each comprising #12 (at least #6 in each major must be from level 3 courses);
- at least #12 of elective courses from Part B (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- up to #12 of general elective courses from Part B or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses.
(2) Students who do not wish to complete a major:
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management.
