The Institute of Tourism Studies aims at providing its students with theoretical, practical and professional academic programmes of study that satisfy the Hospitality and Tourism Industry's requirements on a local as well as international dimension.

In order to achieve these goals, the Institute:

• Develops and enhances the intellectual ability of its students through a wide range of academic subjects.
• Highlights students' personal qualities and attributes to enable them to respond to higher levels of academic learning.
• Equips students with the necessary intellectual skills and practical competencies to secure positions within the hospitality and tourism industry.
• Implements modern student-centred learning strategies.
• Provides training in a comprehensive range of practical skills.
• Recreates actual working environments on campus.
• Provides opportunities for work experience in the industry in order to enhance their knowledge and skills to an international quality standard.
• Teaches generic skills essential for a smooth transition into the world of work.

Our students are encouraged to be flexible and innovative, develop an awareness of quality customer service and improve their I.T. and communication skills, all attributes which are in high demand by employers.

They also develop their language skills, and improve their knowledge of international cuisine and culture. Our academic staff is constantly developing new methods of presenting information in ways which will motivate students and sustain their interest. The Institute offers a warm and friendly environment in which to study, with high quality teaching and excellent facilities. We are proud of the achievements of our past students, and their successes give us immense pride and satisfaction.