school of tourism and hospitality university of johannesburg johannesburg

School of Tourism and Hospitality

College of Business and Economics
Website https://www.uj.ac.za/faculties/college-of-business-and-economics/schools/school-of-tourism-and-hospitality-sth
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University Of Johannesburg School Of Tourism And Hospitality

The origin of the School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH) at the University of Johannesburg dates back to 1968 when the Witwatersrand College of Advanced Technical Education envisaged that South Africa should develop its own hoteliers.

The Hotel School of the Witwatersrand College of Advanced Technical Education officially opened its doors in January 1968 in the Italic Centre, Plein Street, Central Business District of Johannesburg under the leadership of Prof Japie van Lill.

Tourism Programmes

Diploma in Tourism Management This programme equips students to be competent in a variety of technical, managerial, personal and operational skills required in the running of a tourism enterprise. It provides a sound foundation for progression into entry-level employment opportunities and the ability to progress further into industry leadership positions or explore entrepreneurship opportunities in this chosen field.

Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism Development and Management

This programme prepares students to apply critical thinking skills and problem-solving techniques within the tourism development and management environment. Successful students of this program will be able to demonstrate their abilities in the application of marketing, financial and human resource management principles; differentiate and apply different research methodologies within tourism settings; and understand how to plan, organise, and lead various initiatives in the tourism environment.

Advanced Diploma in Tourism Development and Management

The purpose of this programme is to provide students with information and skills to operate and manage within an inter-disciplinary tourism environment to demonstrate evidence of independent cognitive and applied research skills.

Hospitality Programmes

Diploma in Food and Beverage Operations

This programme equips students with the relevant knowledge, technical and personal skill required to handle food and beverage operations effectively, efficiently and in a sustainable manner. This diploma includes practical knowledge of food service, wines, cocktails, and Barista training.

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management

This programme combines theory and practical workplace-relevant knowledge to provide relevant managerial and leadership skills required for entry-level professionals in the public and private hospitality environment.

Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management

The purpose of the programme is to provide students with an academic learning opportunity to enter the hospitality industry at a middle management level, able to utilise and apply critical thinking skills and problem-solving techniques. The student should be able to demonstrate and understand how to plan, organise, lead and control initiatives in hospitality management and hospitality operations; skills in revenue management thinking; apply marketing and human resource management principles; understand supply chain and logistics, and differentiate and apply different research methodologies within tourism and hospitality settings.

Postgraduate Programmes

Master of Tourism and Hospitality Management The aim of this programme is to develop the ability of the student to question, analyse and interpret tourism and hospitality management issues within a global context. This is achieved through the delivery of a research-based dissertation at the Masters Level where the student will show evidence of scientific research and the ability to reflect in the context of tourism and hospitality management. The programme therefore, assists in the continuing professional development of managers and leaders in the sector.

PhD in Tourism and Hospitality

The aim of this programme is to develop the applied competencies of the postgraduate students on an advanced level in research, analysis, interpretation and understanding of Tourism and Hospitality. Through a doctoral dissertation or doctoral by articles, the student will show evidence of independent research in his field, to contribute towards solving complex problems in society for the sustainability of the Tourism and Hospitality industries.

Continuous Education Programmes

Tourism – Short Learning Programmes

Short Learning Programmes (SLP) that are accredited and provide professional development, to upskill existing employees within the industry and to provide niche development programmes for the tourism and hospitality sector.

Requirements

Applicants are invited to apply for SLP depending on age, previous educational levels and industry experience.
Duration – Less than a year OR Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Hospitality Management (Block release)

This course enables students, practitioners, managers and supervisors to elevate their skills and ability by learning more about the key managerial concepts within Hospitality management. After completion of this course, candidates will be more effective in managing organisational resources.
To qualify, candidates must be employed by a restaurant either as a full-time employee or as a management trainee

RPL Application Process

1. How:

The applicant must visit the University website, www.uj.ac.za and click on “study at UJ” link. After clicking on the link, the applicant will be directed to the application web page.

The applicant must then click “Recognition of Prior Learning” link. The link has information on RPL guidelines, application form and RPL Request form. The applicant must download the application form and RPL Request form. Complete and attach the following documents and email them to [email protected] :

Certified copy of National Senior Certificate or relevant school leaving certificate
Certified copy of academic record of highest qualification obtained
Certified copy of Identity Document (South African citizens) or Passport (International applicants)
Proof of payment of the R200.00 application fee (banking details on the UJ Application form) – which includes the RPL request fee

RPL applicants should apply using the online portal (above) between Jan -April of the year before they intend to continue their studies. The process of RPL takes approximately a year to complete, because of the rigour of the process. Therefore, a candidate wishing to be considered for the RPL process needs to have gathered all evidence of previous qualifications and professional development before the application process starts (using the link provided above).

3. Who should apply:

RPL is “the comparison of previous learning and experience of a student, howsoever obtained, against the learning outcomes required for a specific qualification and the acceptance of such learning for purposes of qualification of that which meets the requirements” (SAQA Regulation 452, No. 18787, March 1998:5).

You can apply for RPL if you have developed skills and knowledge through work experience. Learning from experience refers to work experience, in-service training, and self-study or life experience, such as voluntary or community work.

Specifically, in Hospitality – we would target people in the industry that have completed a block release certificate in hospitality management or the ‘old’ certificates in food and beverage management. (NQF level 5)

At present, we are not RPL ing all certificates at NQF 5. Certain private culinary providers’ curriculum do not meet the quota of theoretical rigour required, specifically in financial management but also including law and management. Without formal evidence in these areas – it is not possible to accept only work experience as evidence.

Most qualifications from private providers at NQF 6 require status confirmation and are not RPLs.  These applicants require a letter from their provider and full academic record. This Status process follows the normal online application process and is not seen by the Department unless a query exists.

Applications & Enquiries

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Key Information

Campus location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Study format

2 - 3 years

Full time, Part time

Tuition fees

ZAR 40,802 / per year *

Application deadline

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* fees for the complete programme amount to between R40802,00 and R101910,00. Fees may vary depending on the composition of a particular qualification

The purpose of the Master in Tourism and Hospitality Management is to develop the ability of the student to question, analyze and interpret tourism and hospitality management issues within a global context with a focus on industry-specific sectors. This purpose is achieved through the delivery of a research-based dissertation at the Master's Level where the student will show evidence of scientific research and the ability to reflect on the context of tourism and hospitality management. The program, therefore, assists in the continuing professional development of managers and leaders in tourism and hospitality management.

Reasons for studying at UJ

UJ offers not only a special program called the First Year Experience to help orientate students throughout the first year but we also offer a Senior Student Experience that gears students toward the workplace!
Grab the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports and train alongside Olympians and Paralympians on state-of-the-art pitches, tracks, and fields, or just keep fit by joining one of the gyms on each of our 4 campuses.
Be part of a young, vibrant, and agile university that reflects and adapts easily to our country’s aspirations, while maintaining global relevance through numerous international partnerships.
178 Internationally respected and accepted qualifications.
Join a university that cares enough to have raised over R300 million since the start of 2016 in order to support the Missing Middle Campaign. UJ also ensures that more than 6 000 needy students have two healthy meals per day.
Study in the vibrant City of Gold – the economic hub of South Africa. Join a vibrant, cosmopolitan, progressive group of students and academics on their way to re-imagining the future!
UJ offers an amazing on-campus experience whether you live in one of UJ’s residences, belong to a day house, or whether you just want to socialize at the Student Centres on all campuses.
We ensure the health, safety, and security of all our students through our own on-campus health services and UJ Protection Services.
Did you know that during the first five years of UJ’s existence it doubled its targeted research output and to this day, continues to break records!

The Master’s (Tourism and Hospitality Management) is a research-based qualification at NQF LEVEL 9, leading to a dissertation. Research projects address tourism and hospitality industry-specific problems under the supervision of an STH tourism and hospitality management expert l. Time spent with supervisors or in syndicate groups is estimated at 20 % of the duration of the qualification, and independent self-study of standard texts and references and writing the dissertation at 80%t. Master’s Full time (maximum time 2 years) or Master’s Part-time (maximum time 3 years).

Shanghai Ranking

World Rankings : 601-700 in the world / 5th in South Africa and 6th in Africa
Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) :

Hospitality & Tourism Management: 18th in the world, 1st in South Africa and Africa Sociology: Top 150 in the world, 1st and only one ranked in South Africa and Africa Public Administration: Top 150 in the world, 1st and only one ranked in South Africa and Africa Education: Top 300 in the world, 1st in South Africa and Africa Earth Sciences: Top 300 in the world, 2nd in South Africa and Africa Geography: Top 300 in the world, 2nd in South Africa and Africa Chemical Engineering: Top 400 in the world, joint 1st in South Africa and Africa Political Sciences: Top 400 in the world, 3rd in South Africa and Africa Physics: Top 400 in the world, 3rd in South Africa and Africa Management: Top 500 in the world, 1st in South Africa and Africa Ecology: Top 500 in the world

Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)

World Rankings : 434 in the world, in the Top 1.4% / 3rd in South Africa and Africa
Subject Rankings :

English Language & Literature: Top 250 in the world, joint 3rd in South Africa and Africa Chemical Engineering: Top 350 in the world, joint 3rd in South Africa, and joint 4th in Africa Education & Training: Top 350 in the world, 5th in South Africa and Africa Economics & Econometrics: Top 400 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa, and joint 5th in Africa Agriculture & Forestry: Top 400 in the world, 6th in South Africa Physics & Astronomy: Top 450 in the world, joint 2nd in South Africa, and joint 3rd in Africa Environmental Sciences: Top 450 in the world, 6th in South Africa and Africa Chemistry: Top 500 in the world, joint 3rd in South Africa, and joint 6th in Africa Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering: Top 500 in the world, 5th in South Africa Medicine: Top 650 in the world

QS Graduate Employability Rankings :

Top 500 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa

Times Higher Education (THE)

World Rankings : 601-800 in the world / Joint 7th in South Africa

Law: Top 201+ in the world, joint 4th in South Africa and Africa Education: Top 300 in the world, joint 3rd in South Africa and Africa Psychology: Top 400 in the world, joint 2nd in South Africa and Africa Arts & Humanities: Top 400 in the world, joint 3rd in South Africa and Africa Social Sciences: Top 400 in the world, 4th in South Africa and Africa Life Sciences: Top 500 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa, and joint 5th in Africa Business & Economics: Top 600 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa, and joint 6th in Africa Engineering & Technology: Top 600 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa Clinical & Health: Top 600 in the world Computer Science: Top 800 in the world, joint 4th in South Africa Physical Sciences: Top 800 in the world

THE Young University Rankings : 173 among young universities, 4th in South Africa
THE Emerging Economies University Rankings : 116 among universities in emerging economies, 7th in South Africa

US News & World Report’s Best Global Universities Rankings (BGUR)

World Rankings : 378 in the world / 5th in South Africa and Africa

Geosciences: 222 in the world, 2nd in South Africa and Africa Chemistry: 280 in the world, 1st in South Africa and Africa Social Sciences & Public Health: 287 in the world, 5th in South Africa and Africa Physics: 289 in the world, 3rd in South Africa and Africa Engineering: 392 in the world, 2nd in South Africa, and 4th in Africa Plant & Animal Science: 424 in the world Environment/Ecology: 463 in the world

Best Hospitality Colleges In Johannesburg  

Do you want to work in the hospitality sector but don’t know where to start? Fortunately, Colleges In Johannesburg offer a variety of hospitality institutions that provide degrees, diplomas, and certificates in hospitality, hotel, and tourism management.

A list of the best hospitality schools in South Africa and the courses they provide are provided for your convenience.

What is Hospitality

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The Hospitality industry is a broad category of fields within the Service Industry that includes lodging, food and drink service, event planning, theme parks, and transportation. It includes hotels, restaurants and bars. This includes the reception and entertainment of guests and visitors.

Where in South Africa can I study hospitality?

Since the hotel sector is international, you can find opportunities to work abroad wherever you study. Students from all over the world and in South Africa are drawn to our top-notch universities, diverse cultures, stunning natural surroundings, and ancient sites.

The strongest university system on the African continent is found in South Africa, which is also home to several highly regarded hospitality schools. Look through the list of South Africa’s top hospitality schools to select the institution that will best suit your exciting new career!

why pursue a career in hospitality

Taking hospitality courses gives you specialized information and skills that are highly desired in the industry. Regardless of your interests in hotel management, culinary arts, event planning, or tourism, a hospitality education from a reputable TVET college can be your ticket to success.

Aspiring hospitality students have a lot of opportunities in Johannesburg, including a variety of courses and programs that can help you get employment in Johannesburg, elsewhere in South Africa, or even abroad! Continue reading to find the ideal Johannesburg hospitality school for you!

University of Johannesburg – School of Tourism and Hospitality

Africa’s top school for tourism and hospitality is the University of Johannesburg’s School of Tourism and Hospitality. At their Bunting Road, Auckland Park Campus, they provide part-time Short Learning Programmes (SLP) that last six weeks.

They also provide undergraduate and graduate courses if you want to advance your education in the hotel industry. Please get in touch with the university directly for additional details about tuition costs. You can discover the University of Johannesburg’s contact information and more information about how to apply there.

Hospitality PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Catering Theory & Practical
Nutrition & Menu Planning
Sanitation & Housekeeping
Applied Management
Catering Theory & Practical
Food & Beverage Services
Entrepreneurship & Business Management
Applied Management
Communication & Human Relations
Introductory Computer Practice

Hospitality CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Housekeeping;
Food and Beverage Management;
Hotel Management;
Accommodation Services;
Events Management,
Assistant cook/chef, waitron,

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