New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel
NMIT
Subject area
Tourism Studies
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the tourism industry with individuals who can contribute to the effective implementation of processes in the tourism industry which proactively support and enhance the visitor experience. Through their skills and knowledge they will strengthen the contribution of tourism to the New Zealand economy.
The qualification will benefit the community by enriching Aotearoa New Zealand's tourism visitor experiences and contributing to sustainable and regenerative tourism.
Graduates will be able to deliver, and assist in supporting the delivery of, high-quality visitor experiences that reflect the cultural heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand and do so across a range of organisations in the tourism and travel industries, taking full responsibility for the nature, quantity and quality of outcomes.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic requirements: Applicants under 20 years old:* NCEA Level 2 * A minimum of 8 literacy credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori, of which at least 4 credits must be in reading and at least 4 credits must be in writing. Or One of the following qualifications:* New Zealand Certificate in Business (Level 3)* New Zealand Certificate in Business (Level 4)* New Zealand Certificate in Maori Business and Management (Level 4)* New Zealand Certificate in Project Management (Level 4)* New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3) * New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 4)* New Zealand Certificate in Tourism (Level 3)* New Zealand Certificate in Tourism (Level 4) Applicants 20 years old or over:There are no minimum academic requirements, however, applicants will need to provide their curriculum vitae detailing any relevant work experience and academic achievements English language requirements: All applicants must have a level of English sufficient to be able to study at this level. Those students whose first language is not English should have an international English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall academic score of at least 5.5 (with at least 5.0 in each band) issued within the last two years, or a qualification considered to be equivalent to the above: Refer to The NZQA Table of Internationally Recognised English Proficiency Outcomes forInternational Students Note: Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills. Special Entry: Special Entry approval is required from the Curriculum Manager or delegate.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
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Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 422 733
Phone: (03) 546 9175
Fax: (03) 546 3325
Email: info@nmit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nmit.ac.nz
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