Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management at Central University of Technology, Free State

Programme overview

This advanced qualification equips graduates for high-level management and strategic leadership careers across the global hospitality and tourism sectors.

Faculty: Management Sciences | Department: Hospitality Management | Duration: 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Hotel & Accommodation Operations; Food, Beverage & Events Management; Financial & Legal Compliance; Entrepreneurship & Academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Qualification: A 360-credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 or a 360-credit National Diploma in a related field. Required Academic Performance: A minimum of 60% achieved in all major subjects at the third-year level. Proficiency in Academic English at NQF Level 6. Programme Regulations & Mode of Study: Duration & Mode: This learning programme is offered on a full-time basis only. Curriculum: All modules are compulsory. Professional Standards: The Hotel School insists that students conform to international standards of a positive and professional attitude. Lecturers continuously assess students regarding their knowledge of instructional offerings and professional attitude. Community Engagement: Students are expected to participate in community engagement projects initiated by the Hotel School to advance their field of expertise and their ability to work under pressure in real-world industry situations.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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