Higher Diploma in Tourism and Events Management (SSSDP) - HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College

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Programme Code

HP001 Diploma in Foundation Studies (DFS)
HP807 Year 1 & 2, Higher Diploma (HD)

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QF Level: 4
QR Registration No.: 07/001615/4
Registration Validity Period: 05/05/2008 to ongoing
Successful completion of this programme leads to an award within The University of Hong Kong system through HKU SPACE

Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP)

In 2023-24 academic year, local students enroll and being offered the subsidised places of this programme under the SSSDP will receive a subsidy up to HK$22,480. After deduction of the subsidy, the annual tuition fee is HK$37,240.

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DFS Application Code: HPDFS-THES

HD Application Code: HDTEM

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Tourism is one of the prosperous industries contributing to the reputation of Hong Kong as “Asia’s World City”. As Hong Kong now hosts many internationally recognised events related to sports, arts, festivals, entertainments, conventions and exhibitions, the event industry is considered an excitingly growing market - and this programme is designed to meet the increasing demand for trained personnel in tourism and events management. Since it was launched in 2003, the programme has been a popular choice among students and remains highly regarded by the industry.

Programme Aims and Features

This programme aims to equip students with specialised knowledge and skills in organising events in the tourism industry. Upon graduation, students will have exciting tourism and events career opportunities both locally and overseas. Programme features include in-class experiential learning, professional talks and field trips in such areas as mega events, special events, conferences and exhibitions.

Job Placement

Practical job placement of 3 months is an essential part of this 2-year programme. Students have been given ample opportunities to work in various organisations in the tourism industry, including Ocean Park, Hong Kong Disneyland, Cathay Holidays, Hong Thai Travel Services, EGL Tours, Travel Expert, Swire Travel and Jetour Holiday.

Opportunities for Further Studies

Programmes offered by local universities

Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to Bachelor’s degree programmes offered by local universities, including Year 3 of the 4-year, BSc (Hons) in Tourism Management / BSc (Hons) in Convention and Event Management offered by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

The list below shows the degree offers that our graduates/ students received in the past*:

The University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Arts
BSc Information Management
City University of Hong Kong
BA Culture and Heritage Management
BA Chinese and History
BA Digital Television and Broadcasting
BA Media and Communication
BBA Business Analysis
BBA Business Operations Management
BSocSc Applied Sociology
BSocSc Asian and International Studies
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
BSc (Hons) in Tourism Management
BSc (Hons) in Tourism and Events Management
Hong Kong Baptist University
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)
BBA (Hons) Marketing Concentration
Bachelor of Communication (Hons) - Organizational Communication Option
Bachelor of Communication (Hons) - Public Relations and Advertising Option

*The above list is not exhaustive and only shows some of the examples.

Programmes offered by overseas universities

Graduates are also eligible to apply for admission to Bachelor’s degree programmes offered by overseas universities:

Full-time, 12-18 month, BBA in Global Hospitality Management (Senior year entry), Les Roches (Switzerland);
Full-time, 12-18 month, BBA in International Hospitality Business (Senior year entry), Glion Institute of Higher Education (Switzerland);
Full-time, 12-18 month, BA (Hons) in International Hospitality Management (Senior year entry), Swiss Hotel Management School (Switzerland);
Full-time, 12-18 month, BA (Hons) in International Hospitality and Events Management (Senior year entry), Swiss Hotel Management School (Switzerland);
Full-time, 12-18 month, BA (Hons) in International Hospitality & Design Management (Senior year entry), Swiss Hotel Management School (Switzerland);
Full-time, Bachelor’s degree programmes offered locally by overseas universities in collaboration with HKU SPACE International College (IC):
- 18-month, Bachelor of Science (Honours) Tourism Management, University of Plymouth (UK);
- 2-year, Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) in International Festival and Event Management, Edinburgh Napier University (UK).

Career Prospects

Upon graduation, students will be offered attractive career opportunities locally or overseas in many areas such as convention and exhibition centres, events planning and organising companies, airlines, theme parks, and public and private organisations to pursue their dream career. Some of our graduates are working in Hong Kong Disneyland, Cathay Pacific Airways, the Hong Kong Tourism Board and other various events companies.

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2-year Higher Diploma Programme

Obtain Level 2 or above in 5 subjects^* including English Language and Chinese Language^# in the HKDSE Examination; OR
Hold a recognised Diploma in Foundation Studies Programme; OR
Hold a Diploma Yi Jin; OR
Equivalent qualifications will be considered by the College.

Applicants whose HKDSE results do not meet the entry requirements of the 2-year Higher Diploma Programme should apply for admission to the Diploma in Foundation Studies (DFS) programme.

Diploma in Foundation Studies Programme

Obtain Level 1 or above in English Language and Chinese Language^# in the HKDSE Examination, AND at least 6 points⁺ in the best 5 subjects^{*^}; OR
Have completed at least Secondary 5 and have gained in International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) or General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Grade C (or Grade 4) or above in a minimum of 5 subjects including English Language and another language subject; OR
Equivalent qualifications will be considered by the College.

Mature Students

Applicants who do not possess the above academic qualifications, but are aged 21 or above and with relevant work experience will be considered on individual merit.

^*Applicants are allowed to use not more than 2 Applied Learning (ApL) subjects in the application. The recognition of the ApL subjects is as follows:

“Attained with Distinction (II)” is deemed equivalent to Level 4 or above;
“Attained with Distinction (I)” is deemed equivalent to Level 3; and
“Attained” is deemed equivalent to Level 2 in the HKDSE Examination.

^#ApL Chinese (for non-Chinese speaking students) would be accepted as an alternative Chinese Language qualification.

^{^} If the candidate has attempted less than 5 subjects but obtained 6 points or above, the application will still be considered.

⁺ Level 5** = 7 points; Level 5* = 6 points; Level 5 = 5 points; Level 4 = 4 points; Level 3 = 3 points; Level 2 = 2 points; Level 1 = 1 point.

Effective from 2022-23 Academic Year:

Diploma in Foundation Studies

General English I & II
College Speaking / Youth and Culture
College Writing / Foundation English
Foundations of Chinese Language* / How Things in Everyday Life Work
Chinese Language Enhancement* / Western Images of China
Basic Mathematics
Elements of Business
Multiple Intelligences and Competencies
Understanding Hong Kong Popular Culture

Higher Diploma Year 1

Introduction to Academic English
English for Academic Purposes I
English for Hospitality and Tourism
Elementary Statistics
Introduction to Tourism
Tourism Marketing and Promotional Techniques
Event Planning and Promotion
Event Industry Operation
Accounting in Service Industries
Cross-cultural Issues in the Tourism Industry

Higher Diploma Year 2

Practical Chinese*
English for Academic Purposes II
Information Technology Fundamentals
Travel Trade and Transport
Tourism Planning and Development
Service Management
Destination Management
Placement for Tourism and Events Management

Elective Cources (Choose two courses from the following)

Special Events Management
Business Events Management
Introduction to Catering Management

* Non-Chinese speaking students or students who have not received sufficient training in the Chinese language may apply for exemption from the Chinese course(s), and alternative courses may be assigned.