Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Bachelor Degree (Honours)
Tourism and Hospitality Management
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Course Description
The programme will focus on providing theoretical concepts and specific skills associated with service businesses in hospitality. It will cover overarching areas, such as operations, finance, health and safety, work ethics, communication, customer care, supervisory skills, and consumer behaviour. Student will also learn about innovation and contemporary issues related to hospitality in order to gain an in-depth understanding of this industry.
The first year of the programme focuses on providing students with a solid foundation of the underlying principles in Hospitality. Students will undertake study units in Hospitality Operations, Principles of Customer Care, Hospitality Health and Safety, and Consumer Behaviour and Marketing, among others.
The second year of the programme builds on the knowledge of the first year and delves into academic writing, critical thinking and communication, and principles of tourism. Students will also be exposed to knowledge and skills in Event Management, Travel Geography, and Research Methods. Beyond the core units, students will undertake a project, hence get the opportunity to focus on a particular area that is of interest to them as well as acquiring skills in project planning.
The final year consolidates on the first two years of the programme. Students will have an opportunity to further develop their critical skills and deepen their knowledge of complex issues surrounding the hospitality and the travel and tourism industry. Learners will obtain knowledge on sustainable tourism, tourism law and policy, cross-cultural communication, and the diverse interests of tourists.
Besides solidifying their knowledge regarding important topics in hospitality, this qualification also promotes the development of transversal skills in students through modules such as Academic Writing and Critical Thinking and Communication. Furthermore, this programme consolidates
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess:
- A qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject) and a pass in English Language* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
In the case of students who do not possess all the formal required academic qualifications, then the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process could be applied such that if evidence of equivalent learning is found then the applicant could still be accepted on the course. Such RPL process will subject applicants to an interview held with a board of experts within the field, chosen specifically by IDEA College, so as to verify their experiences and prior learning.
Evidence may include:
- A detailed CV outlining relevant work experience and responsibilities.
- Employer reference letters outlining job role, duration, and key competencies.
- Related documentation demonstrating relevant skills (e.g. work portfolio).
IDEA College’s RPL Policy: https://mt.ideaeducation.com/app/uploads/2024/07/Doc_007_24-Recognition-of-Prior-Learning-Policy-and-Process.pdf
*Students whose first language is not English and do not possess an ‘O’ level pass in English Language will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
The programme targets the following groups:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in the Tourism and Hospitality Management.
- Individuals wanting to pursue a wide range of career paths in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Career Paths
The potential positions for which this programme aims to prepare could be and are not limited to: –
- Travel consultant.
- Operations manager.
- Event organiser/planner/manager.
- Business Development executive.
- Hotel manager.
- Travel agency manager.
- Marketing executive.
- Tour operator.
Modules
You are required to complete all 22 compulsory modules (180 ECTS) to fulfil the requirements of this degree in Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Tourism and Hospitality Management
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Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Tourism and Hospitality Management
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Modular Assessment
- Dissertation
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Course Intake Dates
TBC 2026
Additional Info
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
Learning Outcomes:
Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Show creativity when working with multidisciplinary teams to provide a holistic approach to hospitality.
- Assess the importance of ethical practice and personal experience, values, and attitudes in working within hospitality sector.
- Develop a capacity for independent thought and self-critical reflection.
- Manage projects and tasks independently that require communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Fulfil a variety of roles in the hospitality sector.
- Make responsible and informed decisions within the field.
- Develop and exhibit critical thinking and academic writing skills.
- Analyse, investigate, and solve a real problem within the hospitality industry, enhancing their research and practical skills.
Knowledge:
The learner will be able to:
- Give due consideration to legal, regulatory, and ethical frameworks related to hospitality.
- Understand the roles and functions of hospitality and its impact on local and global economy.
- Develop the body of knowledge relating to consumer behaviour, contemporary issues in hospitality and prevalent trends of business development and innovation.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the importance of having HR, teamwork, and leadership competencies in a hospitality context.
- Understand the underpinning principles of supervision and human resources skills needed in hospitality.
- Gain a solid foundation with regards to principles of tourism and hospitality management.
- Evaluate the factors that create attractive travel destinations.
- Assess the fundamental concepts and theories of event management in the tourism and hospitality industry.
- Discuss and review how different research methods can be applied appropriately to the field of hospitality.
- Develop advanced knowledge on the main concepts of responsible tourism and hospitality planning, sustainable development, and sustainable management.
- Recognise and appreciate the diverse interests and preferences of tourists across various tourism niches.
- Navigate the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern the tourism and hospitality industry.
- Outline and critically examine the benefits and obstacles of cross-cultural communication in a hospitality context.
- Navigate several applications and tools which can support and enhance the process of academic writing.
- Compare and contrast the different approaches to critical thinking. p) Detect, investigate, and address real-life problems related to the field and study referring to key theories.
Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Evaluate and assimilate knowledge of communication skills, customer needs and relevant professional responses in a hospitality setting.
- Formulate responses to well-defined concrete and abstract problems and challenges in a hospitality context.
- Recognise and assess the needs of hospitality customers and understand the importance of applying customer care and communication skills to deal with customers and other stakeholders.
- Evaluate relevant specialist theory and practice related to operations, finance, and cashier management in the context of the hospitality industry.
- Analyse ethical and health and safety issues related to hospitality in complex business situations.
- Examine the development of tourism on the Maltese Islands and on a global scale.
- Develop and demonstrate knowledge regarding travel geography.
- Foster team management and leadership skills to coordinate event operations.
- Criticise existing literature pertaining to field of research and formulate appropriate research questions.
- Support and promote good sustainability practices in the different sectors of tourism and hospitality and review the laws which regulate such industries.
- Support and promote good sustainability practices in the different sectors of tourism and hospitality and review the laws which regulate such industry.
- Formulate strategic solutions to improve cross-cultural relationships in a hospitality context.
- Produce a project and a bachelor’s dissertation on a specific hospitality topic showcasing appropriate research skills acquired throughout the programme, evaluation of information, process of analysis, and drawing of conclusions and recommendations.
- Write assignments, essays, and reports in an academic, clear, and scholarly approach and produce logical and well-reasoned arguments.
- Communicate and present ideas, problems, solutions, work, and findings effectively, verbally or in writing, to peers, lecturers, and specialist and non-specialist audiences (Communication skills).
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find, download, and upload assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc. (Digital skills).
