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Hospitality

Higher Diploma in Tourism and Mega Event Management

Full-time S6 or above Higher Diploma

Programme Code HT114112

Higher Diploma in Tourism and Mega Event Management

Programme Edges

Professional Recognition

Recognised by the Travel Industry Authority (TIA) as equivalent to the completion of the “TIA Pre-examination Training Course for Tourist Guides / Tour Escorts” (Approval in progress).

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Students have the opportunities to integrate theoretical concepts with their application in the workplace through Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

Professional Recognition

Recognised by the Travel Industry Authority (TIA) as equivalent to the completion of the “TIA Pre-examination Training Course for Tourist Guides / Tour Escorts” (Approval in progress).

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Students have the opportunities to integrate theoretical concepts with their application in the workplace through Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

Basic Information

The programme aims to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills vital for tourism and event sectors. Students are empowered with a profound understanding of the interconnected facets of the tourism industry, and event planning and operations across various scales for nurturing their readiness to develop a career in these vibrant and ever-evolving sectors. The curriculum remains attuned by incorporating the latest trends, application of technologies, design thinking and sustainability concepts. Also, students have the opportunities to integrate theoretical concepts with their application in the workplace through Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

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Mode of Study Full-time

Duration of Study 2 Years

Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)

IVE (Haking Wong)

Notes

The programme information is applicable to local applicants. For non-local applicants, please visit here.
Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
Individual programme module will be jointly operated by the Hospitality and Design discipline for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Entrance Requirements

HKDSE

Chinese Language 2

English Language 2

Core/Elective Subject 2

VTC Diploma of Foundation Studies; OR
VTC Diploma of Vocational Education / VTC Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate; OR
Diploma Yi Jin / Diploma of Applied Education; OR
Relevant and substantial work experience and/or prior qualification(s) obtained in or outside Hong Kong (e.g. assessed through recognition of prior learning and credit accumulation and transfer), with demonstrated ability to undertake sub-degree education; OR
Equivalent

Remarks

Applicants can use HKDSE Applied Learning (ApL) subjects (except ApL Chinese) for admission purpose. An "Attained", "Attained with Distinction (I)" and "Attained with Distinction (II)" in an ApL subject (Category B subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2", "Level 3" and "Level 4" respectively for admission purpose.
For 2024 HKDSE and before, a "Grade D or E" and a "Grade C or above" in an HKDSE Other Language subject (Category C subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" and "Level 3" respectively; From 2025 HKDSE onwards, Language Proficiency Level A2 or above in French / German / Spanish, N3 or above in Japanese and TOPIK II: Grade 3 or above in Korean are also recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement. Recognition of Urdu Language subject in 2026 HKDSE Other Language subject (Category C subjects) will be announced later. For details, please click here. One Other Language subject can be counted for admission purpose.
An "Attained" in HKDSE Citizenship and Social Development is regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" for admission purpose.
If one of the five HKDSE subjects is Citizenship and Social Development, the general entrance requirement would become "Attained" for Citizenship and Social Development and Level 2 or above in four other HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language and English Language. Besides, Level 2 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or Module 2) is also recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement. If applicants have taken both Module 1 and Module 2, either one of the modules (with a higher level) will be counted for admission purpose.
Applicable to holders of Diploma in Vocational Education / Diploma of Vocational Education (DVE) (students admitted to DVE in AY2017/18 or before are required to complete prescribed further studies modules).
Upon completion of the Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate (DVB) programmes, students can progress to Higher Diploma programmes in VTC, subject to their BTEC and IGCSE results.
Applications with work experience and/or prior qualification(s) submitted will be assessed individually by the departments concerned.

Articulation / Employment

Articulation

Graduates may pursue relevant accredited Degree programmes offered by local or overseas institutions, e.g.:

BSc (Hons) in International Tourism, Hospitality and Events offered by the Northumbria University* in UK

* Applicants should meet the English language requirement set out by the University, i.e. HKDSE English Language at Level 3 or above (with all components at Level 3 or above) / IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 or above (with all components at score 5.5 or above) or equivalent
(Interview may be required for certain programmes)

Career Prospects

Graduates will possess competences to start their careers in different areas of tourism and event businesses such as travel services, attraction operations, travel products and events sales and marketing, event planning and operations.

Curriculum

Introduction to Tourism and Event Tourism
Foundation Business Studies for Hospitality
Smart Service Design in Tourism and Event
WIL - Tourism and Event Technology in the Digital Age* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
WIL - Tourism and Mega Event in Action* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Whole Person Development - Mindshift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
IT Essentials - Hospitality

Fundamental of Event Operations
GDS Reservation Practices
Attractions and Destinations Management
Integrated Hospitality Business Management
WIL - Tourism and Event Technology in the Digital Age* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
WIL - Tourism and Mega Event in Action* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement

Air Ticketing and Travel Business Operations
WIL - Tourism and Event Technology in the Digital Age* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
WIL - Tourism and Mega Event in Action* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Event Bidding, Planning and Operations
Mega Event Security and Risk Management
Local Experience and Culture
Virtual Tour, Video and Live Streaming Production
Integrated Hospitality Business Operations Simulation
Creative Tourism and Mega Event Project (Year Long module across Semesters 4 & 5)
WIL - Tourism and Event Technology in the Digital Age* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
WIL - Tourism and Mega Event in Action* (Year Long module across Semesters 1 - 4)
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module A

Tour Operations and Servicing
Promotion and Public Relations for Tourism and Mega Events
Tourism Transport Operations
Creative Tourism and Mega Event Project (Year Long module across Semesters 4 & 5)
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Enrichment Module B

Remarks

Work Integrated Learning (WIL): The programme includes a compulsory workplace attachment and assessment. Relevant work and assessment may take place during weekdays, weekends or public holidays.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the AY2025/26 is listed below for reference. The tuition fees for AY2026/27 will be announced at a later stage.

1st Year Tuition Fees (HK$)

$33,310

2nd Year Tuition Fees (HK$)

$33,310

Remarks

The study duration of Higher Diploma programmes is normally 2 years. The tuition fee is payable in two installments each year.
In addition to tuition fees, students will be required to pay other fees, such as caution money and students’ union annual fees. Students of Higher Diploma programmes will be required to pay the study package fees for Chinese & Putonghua modules.
Some students may be required to study bridging modules or enhancement programmes to support their study; or to attend additional training, industrial attachments, public examinations for which separate fees will be charged.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review. The tuition fee levels for 2nd Year will be reviewed subject to inflationary adjustments and other relevant factors.
The information listed above is only applicable to local students.