Expand+What does it cost?
Tuition is free to all Irish and EU Nationals. However, a registration fee, made up of the college registration charge and the Government Charge (€200)*, is payable. Where applicable, membership and examination fees are also payab...

Hide-What does it cost?
Tuition is free to all Irish and EU Nationals. However, a registration fee, made up of the college registration charge and the Government Charge (€200)*, is payable. Where applicable, membership and examination fees are also payable.

Applicants will be notified of requirements in relation to textbooks, equipment etc. when they have been offered a place. Non - EU Nationals are charged fees as set by the Department of Education and Science - details of these are available from the College Admissions Office.

* The Government Charge was introduced in 2011, and is payable in full at course registration.
However, the following categories of students are exempt from paying this charge:
- Full Medical Card holders, and their dependent children,
- Those eligible under the Student Grant Scheme,
- and those in receipt of Back to Education Allowance (BTEA), or Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) allowances.

Expand+Application Process 2017/18
You can now apply online.

Apply online now with our easy-to-use application form. You will receive an email with your interview date and time.

Offers of places are made in May. You may request an application form fr...

Hide-Application Process 2017/18
You can now apply online.

Apply online now with our easy-to-use application form. You will receive an email with your interview date and time.

Offers of places are made in May. You may request an application form from September. Return your application form at least ten days prior to the interview day.

The Interview
You should bring a CV, portfolio of work, projects, essays, references, PPS number, and samples of artwork where relevant.

Students with a Disability
The college welcomes applications from persons with disability. It is the policy of the college to foster an inclusive education provision for all.

International Applicants
Please bring the following to interview: GNIB Card Letter from the Department of Justice Equality and Law Reform outlining your permission to remain in the state Passport / Marriage Certificate, etc.

Expand+Principal Area of Study
Tourism Principles and Practice, Tourism Information and Administration, Cabin Crew Operations, Airline Studies, Travel Agency Service Skills, Customer Service, Work Experience, Word Processing, Galileo Computerised Reservati...

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Tourism Principles and Practice, Tourism Information and Administration, Cabin Crew Operations, Airline Studies, Travel Agency Service Skills, Customer Service, Work Experience, Word Processing, Galileo Computerised Reservation Systems (Viasinc), Geography in Travel Planning (IATA)

This programme also includes a unique Cabin Crew Induction Course, delivered by leading industry specialists. This four-day interactive course is presented at the Carlton Hotel, Dublin Airport and the Carlton Hotel, Dublin Airport using a simulated Airbus A320 for practical training.

Students will be instructed in: Roles and Responsibilities of Cabin Crew Members, Safety, emergency equipment and procedures, Passenger handling, customer care and communications, Personal presentation, grooming, interview techniques, On-board service and Crew resource management.

Expand+Career Opportunities and Progression
This course offers progression options for learners to programmes in Universities and Institutes of Technology. Third-level institutes also reserve a number of places on degree courses for mature learners (over ...

Hide-Career Opportunities and Progression
This course offers progression options for learners to programmes in Universities and Institutes of Technology. Third-level institutes also reserve a number of places on degree courses for mature learners (over the age of 23). Learners must apply to each institute individually.

Learners who complete this major QQI award at Level 5 are eligible to apply through the CAO system for entry into participating courses in the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available and applicants are ranked according to results achieved in their QQI major award.

Progression
Graduates often go on to establish careers in the airline industry (cabin crew, ground staff). Others have secured employment with cruise and ferry companies, car rental and travel agencies, tourist offices and hotels. Students may also progress to the IATA Diploma and QQI level 6 Tourism with Business (6M5012) programme within the College or to travel and tourism courses in Institutes of Technology, including DIT.