Overview

The Foundation Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality from European School of Economics has a 1-year full-time duration. Upon successfully finishing the course and obtaining the Foundation Diploma, students are well prepared for hospitality and tourism-related jobs in a vocational context. Being accredited by CTH, the Foundation Diploma also enables students to proceed with their studies on a level 4 for an undergraduate (Bachelor) degree both at the European School of Economics or other universities.

Key Features

Study in English in an international context – ESE’s student body represents over 70 different nationalities

Foundation Diploma accredited by CTH and internationally recognised

full-time compulsory classroom attendance for the duration of 1 year

compact class size which enable faculty to provide the individual attention needed to help students discover their special skills and succeed in their chosen pathway

possibility to attend additional workshops, guest lectures, company visits or Italian class

exposure to valuable industry contacts and potential employers

additional internship placements available with Il Bottaccio in collaboration with ESE’s Internship Department

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essentials of Human Resources and Business Computing in Tourism and Hospitality

Tourism and Hospitality Industry

Essentials of Tourism and Hospitality Operations

Essential Study Skills

Essentials of Marketing and Customer Relationships in Tourism and Hospitality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

5

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Credits

130 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Florence, Italy
Roma, Italy

Disciplines

Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure View 28 other preparation in Tourism & Leisure in Italy

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

having completed full time secondary education up to age 16

having achieved a recognised qualification at level 2 in some subjects (for ex. UK GCSE level or overseas equivalent)

students without English as a first language must present an IELTS certificate min. 5.0

completed Online Application Form including personal and academic documents, a convincing personal statement (motivation), CV and recommendation letter.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Registration Fee: £2,500 (non-refundable)

Living costs

Florence

Italy

850 - 1300 EUR / month

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

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Florence

Funding

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