Tourism with Business
This course offers a broad business focus on the tourism industry in Ireland and abroad with a view to progressing to further education or employment.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Certificate |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Academy of Travel |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Certificate | International Academy of Travel |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Course Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for all Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (e.g. mature learners etc.) for particular courses may be interviewed.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Non-Standard Applicants
Non-Standard Applicants may be required to complete an interview and/or other form of assessment to successfully complete their registration on their chosen programme.
English Language
All courses are delivered through English. In addition to the listed entry requirements, applicants whose first language is not English are required to complete and provide evidence of English language proficiency. Where prospective learners first language is not English, the standard minimum entry requirements for all courses is proficiency at B2 on The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
School Leavers
Whether you have attended school in Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK or further afield, we have a programme to suit your needs. We have a wide range of suitable programmes with internationally recognised certification that will enhance both your career and further education possibilities.
International Students
DIFE welcomes applications from eligible international students. Help and advice is available for international students at every step of the application process and continues after enrolment onto your chosen programme.
Careers / Further progression
Progression & Career Options
Graduates from this course will have acquired a nationally recognised qualification which will enable them to progress to various positions within the Tourism and Hospitality sectors. Graduates may also apply to a range of related degree courses in universities and technological universities.
College Places:
A new agreement with DCU has secured 16 reserved college places for DIFE graduates annually across DCU’s Business, Accounting & Aviation Management programmes.
Level 7 and 8 Courses to which this course is linked:
TU Dublin (City Campus)
International Hospitality Management, Tourism Marketing, Event Management, Languiages and International Tourism, Leisure Management, Bar & Restaurant Management
CIT, GMIT, WIT
Tourism
DCU
Aviation Management
IT Tralee Travel and Tourism Management
Entry to a range of other courses in Institutes of Technology.
This is not an exhaustive list. Applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked Awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating higher education institutions, or visit www.cao.ie.
Further information
Course commences: September 2026.
Students should apply online through the college website: www.dife.ie (see "Application Weblink").
Further information of the webpage - https://www.dife.ie/application-procedure/
This course offers a broad business focus on the tourism industry in Ireland and abroad with a view to progressing to further education or employment. Students will have the opportunity to travel and work abroad through our EU Erasmus+ Programme on a work placement in Europe.
Tourism Information & Administration
Tourism Principles & Practice
Marketing Practice
Reception & Front Office Skills
Communications
Work Experience
Word Processing
Hotelier Hub (Hotel Reservations)
IAOT Certification
5M5011 - Tourism with Business
Awards:
QQI level 5 Certificate in Tourism with Business - 5M5011.
International Academy of Travel Certification.
Contact Admissions Office or Course Co-ordinator,
Drogheda Institute,
Tel: 041 983 7105
Web: www.dife.ie
email: dife@lmetb.ie