Overview

Key facts

North-West University (NWU)'s three-year Tourism Management programme will provide you with a solid foundation in the theory and practice of tourism management through the promotion of sustainable tourism development and management. It will also prepare you for a successful career in the tourism industry.

You will, among others, learn to:

Evaluate information pertaining to sustainable living patterns, environmental responsibility and conservation within the tourism industry;
Provide benefits to society and the economy by increasing self-employment, the ability to sustain micro-enterprises and the overall social and economic productivity;
Work effectively with others by sensitising target groups such as young people, the unemployed and community members to the need for improved community living in terms of raising standards and addressing issues of redress and democratisation; and
Demonstrate adequate knowledge and critical understanding of cultural and aesthetic sensitivity across a variety of social contexts.

Programme Structure

To ensure a range of employment opportunities, you can choose between Development studies OR Communication modules that will expand your knowledge and skills over a period of three years.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mankoeng, South Africa

Disciplines

Economics Management Studies Tourism & Leisure View 49 other Bachelors in Management Studies in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

APS of 22

English level 4 (50% or more)

The statutory minimum admission requirements for diploma and degree programmes are regulated by Higher Education South Africa (HESA).

Additional admission requirements are also set by the University, and these include the Admission Point Score (APS) as stipulated by the different faculties and faculty-specific requirements.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

52415 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52415 ZAR per year during 36 months.
National

11810 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11810 ZAR per year during 36 months.

Residence Students: R21 870

Living costs for Mankoeng

7630 - 10640 ZAR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Tourism Management.

Available Scholarships

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