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PROGRAMME 4

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

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PROGRAMME 4.1

CERTIFICATE IN CREDITS: 60 ECVET
FOOD PREPARATION & SERVICE
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
23 45 67

PROGRAMME DURATION • Create and maintain good customer and OR
2 Semesters + LITP staff relations employing effective methods Successful completion of the Alternative Learning
of communication. Programme Plus (ALP+), of which Hospitality
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE should preferably be one of the vocational subjects
• Kitchen Porter • Comply with legal requirements on safety, chosen.
• Commis de Rang health and hygiene. OR
• Commis Chef de Partie Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years of age
• Commis de Bar ENTRY CRITERIA by the beginning of the academic year applied for,
Successful completion of Foundation in and subject to proficiency and/or aptitude tests
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hospitality & Tourism (MQF/EQF Level 2). as per direction of the ITS. The ITS also reserves
A profiling interview upon admission may be OR the right to subject the candidate for an interview
conducted in order to better assist students Minimum of 5 O level subjects of which; prior to acceptance.
with their learning process. Admissions 2 O level subjects shall include Hospitality,
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ Mathematics, Maltese, English and/or Home The successful completion of the Princes’ Trust
Admissions Board. Economics at MQF/EQF Level 3 (SSC&P programme and full ECDL are considered as
Note: Programme 4 Part 1 is identical to level 3) and any other 3 O level subjects at equivalent to one O Level.
Programme 5 Part 1. MQF/EQF level 2 or better (SSC&P level 2).
OR Applicants completing Year 11 (Form 5)
PROGRAMME LEARNING Minimum of 4 O level subjects of which one in 2021 are urged to apply using their
OUTCOMES O level shall include Hospitality or Home Secondary School Certificate and Profile
• Understand and evaluate theoretical Economics at grade 3 or better and any other (SSC&P) issued by their secondary school
3 O levels at grade 7 or better (SSC&P level in July. Further information can be found
knowledge related to kitchen, bars and 2) including English language. Non-Maltese on the admissions section on page 109.
restaurant operations. applicants have the option to replace Maltese
O level with their Native language O level. THIS STUDY PROGRAMME IS
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PROGRAMME 4.2 MQF/EQF LEVEL

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FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE
OPERATIONS

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters + 1-year IITP
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Chef de Rang
• Junior Maître d’hôtel
• Banqueting Supervisor
• Bar Supervisor
• Bartender
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Comply and exhibit sound ethical behaviour on the workplace, excellent leadership and

interpersonal skills.
• Apply knowledge and skills towards contemporary systems and theories related to the

administrative and operational areas in food and beverage.
• Be responsible for an operational section of the food and beverage department within a hotel

and/or catering organisation.
• Be responsible towards the handling of a number of key operational issues that might occur

within a hotel or a catering organisation.
• Deliver economic, efficient, effective and environmentally friendly operational performance.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Certificate in Food Preparation & Service (MQF/EQF Level 3).

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PROGRAMME 4.3 MQF/EQF LEVEL

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FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Restaurant Manager
• Banqueting Manager
• Bars Manager
• Assistant F&B Manager
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Be responsible (at junior management level) for an operational department or section within

hotels, catering establishments or hospitality-oriented organisations.
• Understand and apply contemporary systems and theories related to the administrative and

operational areas in food and beverage.
• Comply and exhibit sound ethical behaviour on the workplace, excellent leadership and

interpersonal skills.
• Assist in the generation of business and/or departmental ideas based on specific economic and

market situations, trends and contemporary solutions in hospitality practices.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Diploma in Food & Beverage Service Operations (MQF/EQF Level 4).

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PROGRAMME 5

FOOD PREPARATION &

PRODUCTION

ITS PROSPECTUS 2021-2022

PROGRAMME 5.1

CERTIFICATE IN CREDITS: 60 ECVET
FOOD PREPARATION & SERVICE
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
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PROGRAMME DURATION staff relations employing effective methods Successful completion of the Alternative
2 Semesters + LITP of communication. Learning Programme Plus (ALP+), of which
• Comply with legal requirements on safety, Hospitality should preferably be one of the
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE health and hygiene. vocational subjects chosen.
• Kitchen Porter OR
• Commis de Rang ENTRY CRITERIA Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years
• Commis Chef de Partie Successful completion of Foundation in of age by the beginning of the academic
• Commis de Bar Hospitality & Tourism (MQF/EQF Level 2). year applied for, and subject to proficiency
OR and/or aptitude tests as per direction of
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Minimum of 5 O level subjects of which; the ITS. The ITS also reserves the right to
A profiling interview upon admission may be 2 O level subjects shall include Hospitality, subject the candidate for an interview prior to
conducted in order to better assist students Mathematics, Maltese, English and/or Home acceptance.
with their learning process. Admissions Economics at MQF/EQF Level 3 (SSC&P
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ level 3) and any other 3 O level subjects at The successful completion of the Princes’
Admissions Board. MQF/EQF level 2 or better (SSC&P level Trust programme full ECDL are considered as
Note: Programme 5 Part 1 is identical to 2). equivalent to one O Level.
Programme 4 Part 1. OR
Minimum of 4 O level subjects of which one Applicants completing Year 11 (Form 5)
PROGRAMME LEARNING O level shall include Hospitality or Home in 2021 are urged to apply using their
OUTCOMES Economics at grade 3 or better and any other Secondary School Certificate and Profile
• Understand and evaluate theoretical 3 O levels at grade 7 or better (SSC&P level (SSC&P) issued by their secondary school
2) including English language. Non-Maltese in July. Further information can be found
knowledge related to kitchen, bars and applicants have the option to replace Maltese on the admissions section on page 109.
restaurant operations. O level with their Native language O level.
• Create and maintain good customer and OR THIS STUDY PROGRAMME IS
IDENTICAL TO PROGRAMME 4.1

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PROGRAMME 5.2 MQF/EQF LEVEL

DIPLOMA IN 23 45 67
FOOD PREPARATION &
PRODUCTION OPERATIONS

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters + 1-year IITP
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Chef de Partie
• Pastry Chef de Partie
• Chef Tournant
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Maintain health and safety practices in a kitchen environment and be able to follow and carry

out the necessary Hygiene & Safety procedures.
• Prepare and produce dishes at the right temperature, using well-balanced ingredients and

served to the exact consistency.
• Prepare a selection of cold and hot food, sauces, desserts and baked products including bread.
• Reach a holistic understanding and be able to produce various national and ethnic cuisines.
• Implement recipe costing and Standard Operational Procedures.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Certificate in Food Preparation & Service (MQF/EQF Level 3).

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PROGRAMME 5.3 MQF/EQF LEVEL

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN 23 45 67
FOOD PREPARATION &
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Head Chef
• Sous Chef
• Pastry Chef
• Food and Beverage Manager
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Maintain health and safety practices in a kitchen environment and be able to follow and carry out

the necessary Hygiene and Safety procedures.
• Prepare and produce dishes at the right temperature, using well-balanced ingredients and served to

the exact consistency.
• Practice and offer a variety of complex and creative hot and cold dishes, desserts, centrepieces and

baked products including bread.
• Comply and adhere to the concept of Health & Safety legislations and implementation actions.
• Develop innovative and creative menus, recipe costings and design and implement Standard

Operating Procedures.
• Practice modern leadership approaches in a kitchen environment and implement cost effective

production processes.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Diploma in Food Preparation & Production Operations (MQF/EQF Level 4).

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PROGRAMME 6

EVENTS

ITS PROSPECTUS 2021-2022

PROGRAMME 6.1

CERTIFICATE IN CREDITS: 60 ECVET
EVENTS
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
23 45 67
PROGRAMME DURATION as; food and beverage service, design and
2 Semesters + LITP entertainment. replace Maltese O level with their Native
• Follow legal requirements on safety, health language O level.
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE and hygiene. OR
• Events Personnel and Service • Apply basic sales and marketing principles Successful completion of the Alternative
• Events Assistant to ensure the success of an event. Learning Programme Plus (ALP+), of which
• Events Crew Hospitality should preferably be one of the
• Events Sales Assistant ENTRY CRITERIA vocational subjects chosen.
Successful completion of Foundation in OR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hospitality & Tourism (MQF/EQF Level 2). Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years
A profiling interview upon admission may be OR of age by the beginning of the academic year
conducted in order to better assist students Minimum of 5 O Level subjects of which; applied for, and subject to proficiency and/
with their learning process. Admissions 2 O Level subjects shall include Hospitality, or aptitude tests as per direction of the ITS.
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ Mathematics, Maltese, English and/or Home The ITS also reserves the right to subject the
Admissions Board. Economics at grade 5 or better (SSC&P level candidate for an interview prior to acceptance.
3) and any other 3 O Level subjects at MQF/
PROGRAMME LEARNING EQF level 2 or better (SSC&P level 2). The successful completion of the Princes’
OUTCOMES OR Trust programme full ECDL are considered as
• Understand basic theories and processes of Minimum of 4 O level subjects of which equivalent to one O Level.
one O level shall include Hospitality or
personal events planning. Home Economics at grade 3 or better and Applicants completing Year 11 (Form 5)
• Apply knowledge and skills to effectively any other 3 O levels at grade 7 or better in 2021 are urged to apply using their
(SSC&P level 2) including English language. Secondary School Certificate and Profile
communicate with customers and Non-Maltese applicants have the option to (SSC&P) issued by their secondary school
colleagues in a professional manner. in July. Further information can be found
• Understand various event elements such on the admissions section on page 109.

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PROGRAMME 6.2 MQF/EQF LEVEL

DIPLOMA IN 23 45 67
EVENTS OPERATIONS

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters+ 1-year IITP
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Events Coordinator
• Events Supervisor
• F&B Coordinator
• Event Sales Executive
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Exhibit responsibility towards an operational section within a hotel in relation to events and

other types of functions.
• Carry-out contemporary systems and theories related to the administrative and operational

areas within this sector.
• Apply sound ethical behaviour in the workplace, excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Assess and address a number of key operational issues that might occur within a hotel or a

catering organisation.
• Apply accounting and budgeting knowledge and skills to the operation of events
• Deliver economic, efficient, effective and environmentally friendly operational performance.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Certificate in Events (MQF/EQF Level 3).

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PROGRAMME 6.3 MQF/EQF LEVEL

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN 23 45 67
EVENTS MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMME DURATION
2 Semesters
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE
• Events Planner
• Events Manager
• Event Specialist
• Events Sales and Marketing Manager
• DMC Manager
• Fair and Conventions Coordinator
• Conference & Banqueting Manager
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Independently implements the necessary operational and managerial tasks related to

hospitality events.
• Manage effectively team members within a hospitality event related department.
• Solve problems which might arise during the planning, organisation and implementation of

various hospitality events.
• Propose creative and innovative initiatives and solutions for customised hospitality events.
• Deal effectively, efficiently and in an ethical manner within a demanding work environment.
• Plan and design an event that incorporates project management and financial planning.
ENTRY CRITERIA
Successful completion of Diploma in Events Operations (MQF/EQF Level 4).

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PROGRAMME 7

CLIMATE FRIENDLY TRAVEL

In collaboration with SUNx Malta

ITS PROSPECTUS 2021-2022

PROGRAMME 7.1 CREDITS: 120 ECVET
MQF/EQF LEVEL
DIPLOMA IN
CLIMATE FRIENDLY TRAVEL 23 45 67

Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme. OR
Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years
PROGRAMME DURATION • Understand the issue of sustainability of age by the beginning of the academic year
2 Semesters+ 1-year IITP through concepts of climate-friendly travel applied for, and subject to proficiency and/or
and key elements of the 2050 long-term aptitude tests as per direction of the ITS.
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE strategy, as contained in the STGs and the The successful completion of the Princes’
• Climate Friendly Travel Trainer Paris Climate Agreements. Trust programme full ECDL are considered as
• Sustainability Officer equivalent to one O Level.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Officer ENTRY CRITERIA Applicants completing Year 11 (Form 5)
Successful completion of one of ITS’ in 2021 are urged to apply using their
PROGRAMME LEARNING Certificate Study Programmes (MQF/EQF Secondary School Certificate and Profile
OUTCOMES Level 3). (SSC&P) issued by their secondary school
• Identify why climate change is a dominant OR in July. Further information can be found
5 O level subjects at MQF/EQF level on the admissions section on page 109.
issue on the global agenda and recognize its 3 (SSC&P level 3); of which (i) English
dominant impact on travel and tourism. language is compulsory, (ii) 2 O level subjects ONLINE STUDY
• Review historical development and must include Geography, Environmental PROGRAMME
scientific evidence to understand the effects Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Physics,
of climate change on the travel ecosystem, Mathematics, and/or Hospitality. For
mobility, communities and hospitality definition of MQF/EQF levels and grades,
services and vice versa. refer to the back of the booklet.
• Use appropriate cognitive and practical
skills to influence and cause a change in the
development of next-generation thinkers
- ultimately educating them to implement
green policies and become trainers for
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PROGRAMME 8

TOURIST GUIDING

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PROGRAMME 8.1

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN CREDITS: 67 ECTS
TOURIST GUIDING MQF/EQF LEVEL

Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme. 23 45 67

PROGRAMME DURATION • Be creative in the design and management Princes’ Trust programme and full ECDL
4 semesters including summer for full-time of historical and thematic tours. are considered as equivalent to one O level.
and 7 semesters including summer for part- OR
time mode of study. • Evaluate and anticipate customer An ITS Diploma in Events Operations,
expectations during the implementation Rooms Division, Travel and Tourism, Food
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE process of Tourist Guiding. Preparation and Production and Food and
• Freelance Tourist Guide Beverage Service and Climate Friendly
• Gallery Site Officer • Understand and explain the detailed MQF/EQF Level 4 (or equivalent).
• Museum Interpretation Officer historical and cultural content of various OR
• Tourist Information Centre Manager itineraries and sites. Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years
of age by the beginning of the academic year
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Manage small tour groups and ensure applied for, and subject to proficiency and/or
A profiling interview upon admission may be safety and customer satisfaction at all times. aptitude tests as per direction of the ITS.
conducted in order to better assist students The ITS also reserves the right to subject the
with their learning process. Admissions ENTRY CRITERIA candidate for an interview and/or an RPL
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ A combination of a minimum of 3 procedure prior to acceptance.
Admissions Board. Advanced and Intermediate levels, of which
one needs to be an Advanced level (MQF/ AVAILABLE ON FULL-TIME
PROGRAMME LEARNING EQF level 4) pass. These qualifications must AND PART-TIME BASIS
OUTCOMES add up to a minimum of 44 points as per
• Understand the role of the tourist guide matrix provided on the pages at the back
AND passes at grade 5 (SSC&P level 3)
and manage the complex concepts of well or better in SEC examinations in English,
organised tours. Mathematics and Maltese. (Non-Maltese
applicants have the option to replace
Maltese O Level with their native language
O level).  The successful completion of the

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PROGRAMME 9

BACHELOR DEGREES

ITS PROSPECTUS 2021-2022

PROGRAMME 9.1 CREDITS: 60 ECTS

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE MQF/EQF LEVEL
BACHELOR IN CULINARY ARTS (HONS)
23 45 67

Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.

PROGRAMME DURATION ENTRY CRITERIA
12 months including LITP An ITS Diploma in Travel and Tourism,
Rooms Division, Food and Beverage
PROGRAMME LEARNING Service, or Events – MQF/EQF Level 4 (or
OUTCOMES equivalent).
• Systematically prepare for advanced studies OR
An ITS Higher National Diploma or an
and further the education in the field of equivalent qualification (MQF/EQF level 5);
Culinary Arts. OR
• Comprehensively understand core A combination of a minimum of 2 Advanced
principles to comply with social, scientific, and Intermediate levels, of which one needs
cultural and ethical values at the stages of to be an Advanced level (MQF/EQF level
gathering, interpreting, implementing, and 4) pass, these must add to 22 points as per
declaring data in the field. matrix provided at the back on the booklet;
• Systematically prepare to apply and and passes at grade 5 (SSC&P level 3) or
use information and communication as better in SEC examinations in English,
required in this area of study. Mathematics and Maltese.
• Comprehensively equip learners with OR
academic skills that are in line with MQF/ Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years
EQF level 6 education of age by the beginning of the academic year
applied for, and subject to proficiency and/or
aptitude tests as per direction of the ITS.

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PROGRAMME 9.2 in collaboration with the Institut Paul Bocuse (France)

BACHELOR IN CREDITS: 240 ECTS
CULINARY ARTS (HONS)
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
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PROGRAMME DURATION • Apply and use information and communication as
32 months including LITP and IITP required in this area of study. OR
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE An ITS Higher National Diploma in Food Preparation
• Chef de Cuisine • Develop and appraise enhanced levels of & Production Management MQF/EQF Level 5 (or
• Private Chef craftsmanship in culinary arts and specific equivalent).
• Executive Chef speciality areas of food production and modern OR
• Food and Beverage Manager food production trends. A combination of a minimum of 2 Advanced and
• Culinary Director Intermediate levels, of which one needs to be an
• Food and Beverage Director ENTRY CRITERIA Advanced level (MQF/EQF level 4) pass as per
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A combination of a minimum of 3 Advanced matrix provided at the back on the booklet, and
A profiling interview upon admission may be and Intermediate levels, of which one needs to be these must add to 22 points; and passes at grade 5
conducted in order to better assist students with an Advanced level (MQF/EQF level 4) pass, and (SSC&P level 3) or better in SEC examinations in
their learning process. Admissions of special cases these qualifications must add up to a minimum English, Mathematics and Maltese; and the 12-month
will be referred to ITS’ Admissions Board. of 44 points as per matrix provided at the back Preparatory Course for the Bachelor of Culinary Arts
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES on the booklet AND passes at grade 5 (SSC&P (Hons) which is equivalent to 22 points as per matrix
• Conduct advanced studies and further the level 3) or better in SEC examinations in English, as provided at the back on the booklet.
Mathematics and Maltese; and at least four years OR
education in the field of Culinary Arts. documented experience and a pass in: (i) the Basic Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years of age
• Comply with social, scientific, cultural and Kitchen and Larder, and the Basic Pastry and by the beginning of the academic year applied for,
Baking course and; (ii) Intermediate Kitchen and and subject to proficiency and/or aptitude tests
ethical values at the stages of gathering, Larder and, and Intermediate Pastry and Baking as per direction of the ITS. In this programme, at
interpreting, implementing, and declaring data course offered by the Institute of Tourism Studies. least 4 years of relevant documented experience in
in the field. OR an industrial kitchen are required or pass in: (i) the
An ITS Diploma in Food Preparation & Basic Kitchen and Larder Pastry course and; (ii)
Production MQF/EQF Level 4 (or equivalent). Intermediate Kitchen and Larder and Pastry course
offered by the Institute of Tourism Studies. The
ITS also reserves the right to subject the candidate
for an interview and/or an RPL procedure prior to
acceptance. Applicants must also provide proof of
their English proficiency at B2 level.

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PROGRAMME 9.3 in collaboration with the Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences (Finland)

BACHELOR IN INTERNATIONAL CREDITS: 240 ECTS
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (HONS)
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
23 45 67
PROGRAMME DURATION: PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
32 months including LITP and IITP • Manage hospitality operations within option to replace Maltese O Level with their
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE native language O level).
• Supporting positions in Marketing, Human international dimensions. OR
• Understand fundamental and complex theories An ITS Diploma in Events Operations, Rooms
Resources, Accounting and Sales Division, Travel & Tourism, Food Preparation &
• Property Manager for management and leadership in the hospitality Production, Food & Beverage Service and Climate
• Hospitality Revenue Manager industry. Friendly Travel or a Higher National Diploma in
• Destination Manager • Understand and apply advanced marketing Tourist Guiding, or an equivalent qualification
• Human Resources Manager principles. (MQF/EQF level 4)
• Front Office Manager • Comply with social, scientific, cultural and ethical OR
• Reservations Manager values at the stages of gathering, interpreting and An ITS Higher National Diploma in, Rooms
• Administration Manager implementing data in the field. Division Management, Events Management,
• Customer Relations Manager • Apply and use information as required in this area Travel & Tourism Management, Food Preparation
• Assistant General Manager of study. & Production Management and Food & Beverage
• General Manager • Innovate operations to attract new business. Service Management MQF/EQF Level 5 (or
• Food and Beverage Manager ENTRY CRITERIA equivalent).
• Rooms Division Manager A combination of a minimum of 3 Advanced and OR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Intermediate levels, of which one needs to be an Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years of age
A profiling interview upon admission may be Advanced level (MQF/EQF level 4) pass, and these by the beginning of the academic year applied for,
conducted in order to better assist students with qualifications must add up to a minimum of 44 and subject to proficiency and/ or aptitude tests
their learning process. Admissions of special points as per matrix provided at the back on the as per direction of the ITS. The ITS also reserves
cases will be referred to ITS’ Admissions Board. booklet AND passes at grade 5 (SSC&P level 3) or the right to subject the candidate for an interview
better in SEC examinations in English, Mathematics and/or an RPL procedure prior to acceptance.
and Maltese. (Non-Maltese applicants have the Applicants must also provide proof of their
English proficiency at B2 level.

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PROGRAMME 9.4 in collaboration with DAN Europe

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CREDITS: 180 ECTS
DIVING SAFETY MANAGEMENT
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
23 45 67
PROGRAMME DURATION (recreational, technical and free diving).
36 months including LITP and IITP • Comprehend the business elements, including in English, Mathematics and Maltese. (Non-
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE Maltese applicants have the option to replace
• Scuba Diving Instructor the human resource management component Maltese O Level with their native language O
• Director of Diving/diving business manager and how does this operate in the leisure industry. level).
• Dive Safety Officer • Determine detailed knowledge on the various OR
• Diving Officer components making up diving equipment An MQF/EQF Level 4 full qualification, AND
• Research Diver and specific equipment used for specific use a portfolio evidencing relevant experience
• Scientific Diver (recreational, technical and free diving, research in the diving sector for at least 3 years and
• Hyperbaric Chamber Operator diving and other associated activities whilst evidence of appropriate writing and analytical
• Diving Medical Technician diving). skills to ensure that the prospective candidate
• Gas Blender • Systematically identify diving related hazards/ can fully and meaningfully participate in the
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION injuries and their treatment both in terms of basic course, and work experience at professional
A profiling interview upon admission may be first aid but also more advanced procedures, such and/or executive level for at least 5 years.
conducted in order to better assist students with as the use of the hyperbaric chamber. OR
their learning process. Admissions of special • Deploy established techniques on how to assist Any ITS Diploma or equivalent MQF/EQF
cases will be referred to ITS’ Admissions Board. and partner with recompression chamber level 4 certification.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES facilities, training and emergency assistance). OR
• Comprehensively understand the concepts of ENTRY CRITERIA Any ITS Higher National Diploma or
A combination of a minimum of 3 Advanced equivalent MQF/EQF level 5 certification.
risk assessment with respect to scuba diving and and Intermediate levels, of which one needs OR
creatively propose strategies how to reduce risks. to be an Advanced level (MQF/EQF level 4) Apply as a mature student, at least 23 years of age
• Systematically understand the human pass, and these qualifications must add up to a by the beginning of the academic year applied
physiology and acknowledge how this is minimum of 44 points as per matrix provided at for, and subject to proficiency and/ or aptitude
affected by regular/frequent diving activity the back on the booklet AND passes at grade 5 tests as per direction of the ITS. The ITS also
(SSC&P level 3) or better in SEC examinations reserves the right to subject the candidate for an
interview and/or an RPL procedure prior to
acceptance. Applicants must also provide proof
of their English proficiency at B2 level.

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NOTES FOR THE BACHELOR IN CULINARY ARTS (HONS) SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT FOR
Students who follow the Higher National Diploma programmes may join the Bachelor in HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN
Culinary Arts 2nd year if they are successful in their Higher National Diploma programme. TOURIST GUIDING AND BACHELOR
Students in Higher National Diploma programmes who obtain passes in enough ECTS as DEGREES ENTRY CRITERIA DUE TO
per ITS Rules and Regulations may opt to join Bachelor in Culinary Arts 2nd year without COVID-19 SITUATION
completing the long essay and research methods modules. In such cases the said students, while
being able to continue the degree programme, will not be able to graduate from Higher National 1. Students who would like to enroll in one of
Diploma until such time as all HND modules, including the long essay and research methods ITS degree programmes are urged to apply
modules are successfully completed. on provisional basis until the Matriculation
Students who decide to progress to Bachelor in Culinary Arts second year from the Higher results or equivalent are published.
National Diploma will require to carry out a 3-month placement before joining second year. Applications are open.
Note: The Institute of Tourism Studies offers a preparatory year for students with A levels
qualifications. Refer to page 84 for course details and entry criteria. 2. Students with 44 Points or more will be
able to proceed as regular student as per ITS
NOTES FOR THE BACHELOR IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY Rules and Regulations.
MANAGEMENT (HONS)
Students who follow the Higher National Diploma programmes may join the Bachelor in 3. Students applying for one of ITS
International Hospitality Management 2nd year if they are successful in their Higher National degree programmes and achieve between
Diploma programme. 36-43 points following the MATSEC
Students in Higher National Diploma who obtain passes in enough ECTS as per ITS Rules and supplementary session of October 2021 will
Regulations may opt to join Bachelor in International Hospitality Management 2nd year without be allowed to continue through the 1st Year
completing the long essay and research methods modules. In such cases the said students, while subject that they obtain all the 60 ECTS
being able to continue the degree programme, will not be able to graduate from Higher National credits in the programme of study by the
Diploma until such time as all HND modules, including the long essay and research methods September 2022 resit session
modules are successfully completed.
Students who decide to progress to Bachelor in International Hospitality Management second 4. Students who do not manage to achieve
year from the Higher National Diploma will require to carry out a 3-month placement before more than 36 points will be redirected into an
joining second year. alternative ITS program of studies.

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PROGRAMME 10

MASTER'S DEGREES

ITS PROSPECTUS 2021-2022

PROGRAMME 10.1 in academic affiliation with The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management

MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CREDITS: 90T ECTS
IN INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT MQF/EQF LEVEL

Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme. 23 45 67

PROGRAMME DURATION PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES OR
18 months including • Systematically devise innovative strategies for An MQF/EQF Level 6 degree plus a
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE portfolio evidencing relevant work experience
• Senior positions in Marketing, Human hospitality business operations. for at least 3 years.
• Autonomously and systematically manage OR
Resources, Accounting and Sales An MQF/EQF Level 5 full qualification
• Senior Property Manager specific hospitality operations within an in Tourism, Hospitality, Business or
• Hospitality Revenue Senior Manager international dimension. Management including six years work
• Destination Senior Manager • Employ best practices and put complex experience at supervisory/management level.
• Human Resources Senior Manager theories of hospitality business management Applicants may also be requested to submit a
• Senior Administration Manager/Director into practice in the most efficient and effective portfolio evidencing appropriate writing and
• Customer Relations Director ways. analytical skills to ensure that the prospective
• General Manager • Creatively apply advanced hospitality candidate can fully and meaningfully
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION marketing principles. participate in the course.
A profiling interview upon admission may be • Promote social, scientific, cultural and ethical OR
conducted in order to better assist students values at the stages of gathering, interpreting Ten years proven work experience at
with their learning process. Admissions and implementing data in the hospitality supervisory/management level. Applicants
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ business field. may also be requested to submit a portfolio
Admissions Board. • Employ innovation techniques within the evidencing appropriate writing and analytical
hospitality business operations in order to skills to ensure that the prospective candidate
sustain and attract new business. can fully and meaningfully participate in the
ENTRY CRITERIA course. Applicants must also provide proof of
A relevant MQF/EQF Level 6 (180 ECTS) their English proficiency at B2 level.
degree at second class.

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PROGRAMME 10.2

MASTER OF ARTS IN CREDITS: 90T ECTS
HERITAGE INTERPRETATION
MQF/EQF LEVEL
Prospective students who meet the requirements can enter this programme.
23 45 67
PROGRAMME DURATION different contexts, particularly those related
24 months including LITP to tourism and education. OR
• Initiate research and be self-driven to An MQF/EQF Level 6 degree plus a
JOB ROLES MAY INCLUDE propose new studies in HI which will portfolio evidencing relevant work experience
• Heritage Management and Curatorship contribute toward local and international for at least 3 years.
• Docent Heritage and Tourism sectors. OR
• Historical Interpretation Consultant • Critically assess the stakeholders/audience/ An MQF/EQF Level 5 full qualification
• Visitor Experience Executive/Consultant clients which will be benefitting from an with 120 ECTS, AND a portfolio evidencing
• Exhibitions Manager adequate HI product while establishing appropriate writing and analytical skills to
• Museums Collections Officer methods of research to carry out audience ensure that the prospective candidate can
• Multimedia Producer segmentation in order to provide the best fully and meaningfully participate in the
HI experience to a wide variety of clients. course, and work experience at professional
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Comprehensively deal with ICT and/or executive level for at least 5 years.
A profiling interview upon admission may be professionals when developing HI Applicants must also provide proof of their
conducted in order to better assist students technology and critically assess the full English proficiency at C1 level.
with their learning process. Admissions cycle of planning, implementration and
of special cases will be referred to ITS’ review of such technology.
Admissions Board. • Critically review current methods of HI
which are already present in Heritage and
PROGRAMME LEARNING Tourism attractions.
OUTCOMES ENTRY CRITERIA
• Devise innovative strategies for Heritage A relevant MQF/EQF Level 6 degree at
second class or better.
Interpretation which may be applied to

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