Tourism & Hospitality Management - Pre-University
This programme is designed for students wishing to advance to University to study the many aspects of tourism in its various forms. The Pre-University Tourism programme also affords learners the opportunity to progress further in the areas of Event Management, Hospitality Management and Tourism Marketing.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Progress to a degree where you can pursue a career in:
Events Industry
National and Regional Tourism organisations
Hospitality Management
Visitor and Heritage Centres
Conference Organisation
Sales and Marketing
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
College Course Area Level
NUIG
Business Studies (International Hotel Mgt, Shannon) 8
DCU
Aviation Management (Pilot Studies) 8
NUIM
Entrepreneurship 8
DkIT
Hospitality Management 7
UCC
Economics (International Pathway) 8
TU Dublin
Tourism & Digital Marketing 8
ATU Sligo Tourism with Event Management 7
TU Dublin Event Management 8
ATU Galway Mayo International Hotel Management 8
Further information
QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00
Good News Regarding Your Course Fees
In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses. This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150. This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.
The Ready to Fly exam fee of €250.00 is also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded.
You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
PU09 - Level 5 Pre-University Tourism & Hospitality Management
What will you study?
Pre-University Tourism is aimed at learners who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in the tourism and event management industry. This course is designed to equip leaners with the specialist skills necessary for a career in the tourism industry. You will be introduced to various practical and theoretical skills, focusing on a broad scope of study.
The range of transferrable skills and competencies taught will support your progression to a degree programme at University. Learners may wish to further their education into areas of hospitality or events management, which offer excellent career opportunities both in Ireland and internationally.
Students will complete core tourism subjects including:
Tourism Principles and Practice
Marketing Practice
Business Administration Skills
Tourism Information and Administration
Customer Service
Ready to Fly – IAOT
Cabin Crew Operations
Common subjects such as Communications, Work Experience and Word Processing will also be included.
How Will I Be Assessed?
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Project Work
• Practical Skills Tests
• Final Examinations
5M5011 - Tourism with Business
Qualification
5M5011 QQI Level 5 Tourism with Business.
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
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