Higher Certificate
in Hospitality and Tourism
Part-Time
18 MONTHS PART TIME I SAQA IDENTITY NUMBER: 110944I NQF LEVEL: 5 I CREDITS: 120
The “world can be your oyster” with this dynamic Higher Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism. Students will get to master concierge skills, and enjoy theoretical work in terms of hotel management, the different hospitality and tourism sectors, budgeting, costing and more. This immersive learning programme blends theory and hands-on experiences, enabling direct application of concepts in real-world scenarios. Career options include Culinary Tourism Specialist, Digital Nomad Concierge, Cruise Director, and Destination Conference/Wedding Planner.
Who should enrol?
- Interested in careers in hospitality and tourism
- Who enjoy creating memorable travel experiences and working with people
- Seeking a broad-based education as a launchpad for an exciting hospitality and tourism career
- Already working in the tourism and hospitality industry and seeking a formal qualification
Admission requirements
- A NSC with a higher certificate pass (HC) or an equivalent local school leaving qualification such as an NCV with higher education admission
- Alternatively, in the case of international school leaving qualifications, a SAQA level 4 evaluation
Skills you will have after completing this programme
- Ability to apply your broad understanding of key concepts, services, principles, rules and theories to the tourism and hospitality industries.
- Solid client relations and service skills.
Career opportunities
- Culinary Tourism Specialist
- Digital Nomad Concierge
- Destination Conference/Wedding Planner
- Front of House Receptionist
- Food and Beverage Assistant
Delivery Method
This qualification will be delivered through online classes twice a week, with one full Saturday per month at your nearest campus. Comprehensive learning material and academic support are available on the MyNGI platform, where recordings of all classes will also be accessible.
BAC Accredited
Recognised for internationally
benchmarked quality.
NewBridge Graduate Institute is proud to be accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), an internationally recognised independent body that accredits institutions meeting rigorous global standards of academic and operational excellence. This accreditation confirms NGI’s commitment to delivering quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment.
For students and parents, this means the assurance of studying at a trusted, globally recognised institution. BAC accreditation affirms NGI’s commitment to international standards of quality, strengthening confidence in the education students receive and supporting pathways to further study and career success locally and internationally.
Curriculum
Semester 1
- Food and Beverage Skills
- Food and Beverage Practical
- Concierge Fundamentals
Semester 2
- Work Integrated Learning
- Business Tourism
- South African Tourism
Semester 3
- Work Integrated Learning
- Rooms Division and Reception
NewBridge Graduate Institute reserves the right to make changes to the curriculum and/or admission requirements. Fees are available from the campuses, and you will have access to an additional costs list detailing the cost of textbooks or additional material. Once registered you can buy your books from our supplier (Wizebooks) at the excellent prices they are able to offer.