Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
Domestic students
While there is no official selection criteria, due to the intensive study schedule it is recommended that students work or have worked in the service industry and / or completed lower level qualifications e.g.: Certificate II or III in Tourism, Certificate III in Travel, Certificate III in Events or a Certificate III in Hospitality.
Online Virtual Classroom
A course / content expert within the faculty will telephone each student to arrange a professional conversation (over a virtual platform). At this meeting readiness requirements to participate in the course prior to it's start of study will be discussed including RPL and credit transfer opportunities. **PLEASE NOTE THE PROFESSIONAL CONVERSATION WILL NEED TO OCCUR PRIOR TO FINALISING ENROLMENT**
Face to Face (on campus)
Over 18 years of age and completion of year 12 of high schooling.
International students
The following selection criteria requirements apply only to International students:
- English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other - View a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International
- Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. View more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12.
Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.
Resources required
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs of approximately $80.00, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.
You may also be required to purchase Industry Standard uniform items (including TAFE Queensland branded items, standard black clothing, and enclosed shoes). These details will also be provided during orientation. The purchase of these uniform items may incur additional costs of approximately $100.00.
Online Virtual Classroom
It is imperative that students have sound digital literacy skills, access to strong internet and a personal computer with a camera and microphone.
Face to Face (on campus)
Students are provided access to classroom computers and internet access.
Placement
Online Virtual Classroom
No VPC or work experience required
Face to Face (on campus)
70 hours of VPC is a requirement of the course. A VPC officer will connect with all students and provide placement in a Travel or Tourism Business e.g.: Visitor information centre, Travel Agency, Hotel, Tour wholesaler etc.
Need to know
Online Virtual Classroom
The online virtual classroom program is delivered virtually, meaning students will participate in online delivery.
For this part time delivery model it is a minimum 12 months duration, delivery will consist of 2 night sessions per week x 3hrs per session, with the ability to access recorded sessions for on-demand access. For each teaching block there is also a scheduled workshop.
This course is organised in 8 week teaching blocks. This program will require students to complete a minimum of 9 sets of 8 week teaching blocks to complete the full qualification to the commencement of your course, you will receive an invitation to attend an orientation week to ensure that you are supported prior to commencement of study.
Please view the Virtual Delivery Flyer.
TAFE Queensland students have the opportunity to travel to locations across the globe as part of their studies in selected courses. Studying abroad gives you with the chance to immerse yourself in different cultures, as well as develop your skills and network with professionals in your chosen industry. This qualification offers a Study Abroad program as part of the course.