EX_HSM

Campus

Duration of Programme

Enrolment Option(s)

SAQA Credits

NQF Level

4 Years (Full-time)

Semester 1

360

6

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

In consideration of the demanding nature of the hospitality industry, the Hotel School follows a strict selection process.  An applicant’s suitability for the course is assessed on the basis of previous academic performance.  In addition, an applicant wishing to be considered for this learning programme must possess qualities such as versatility, willpower, determination, social skills and the ability to work independently.  Previous and current involvement/interest in the industry will be to the candidate’s advantage.

Due to the limited number of students that can be accommodated, interviews and psychometric testing are conducted at the Hotel School in Bloemfontein with prospective candidates who obtain a CUT score between 23 and 26. Applicants must convince the selection panel of their motivation, attitude and enthusiasm for a career in Hospitality Management.  Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in one of the following subjects is recommended:  Accounting, Mathematics, Business Economics, Economics, Mercantile Law, Hotel-keeping and Catering, or Home Economics.  Due to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants with a score lower than 23 on the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (recognition of prior learning (RPL) cases excluded). Candidates who score between 23 and 26 points on the CUT scoring scale are invited to an interview and psychometric test.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a candidate will also be subject to a selection test and an interview.  Consumer Science, Hospitality Studies, Accounting or Business Studies is recommended.  Due to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants with a score lower than 23 on the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (RPL cases excluded).  Candidates who score between 23 and 26 points on the CUT scoring scale are invited to an interview and psychometric test.

Graduates are equipped for high-level management careers as hotel manager, front-office manager, banqueting manager, food and beverage manager, housekeeping manager, events manager, guesthouse manager, restaurateur, chef, caterer, entrepreneur, hospitality teacher and many more.