Course Name |
Business - Tourism Marketing - Carlow / Wexford / Wicklow Campuses |
Course Provider |
SETU - Carlow Campus |
Alternative Provider(s) |
SETU - Wexford Campus, SETU - Wicklow Campus, SETU - South East Technological University |
Course Code |
SE41T SE42L SE42D |
Course Type |
Postgraduate |
Qualifications |
Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
Higher Diploma (Level 8 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
South East Technological University |
Level 8 NFQ |
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Apply To |
PAC |
Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening, Daytime, Weekend |
Location (Districts) |
Wexford Town, Wicklow Town, Carlow Town |
Qualification Letters |
HDip |
PAC Application Information |
Expand+Course Codes:
SE41T Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing CARLOW Part-time
SE42L Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WEXFORD Part-time
SE42D Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WICKLOW Part-time
How to Ap...
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SE41T Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing CARLOW Part-time
SE42L Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WEXFORD Part-time
SE42D Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WICKLOW Part-time
How to Apply
Taught Programmes
- All postgraduate applicants applying for taught programmes should now apply through the online Postgraduate Application System (PAC). This is an online application system which allows applicants to apply for multiple postgraduate programmes at SETU Carlow.
- All applicants must register with PAC to set up an account. Once registered, applicants can then apply for their chosen postgraduate programme by completing the online application form. It is important to take note of your PAC application number.
- Check all the programme information including entry requirements, programme code and closing dates. Take time to read SETU Carlow's FAQs and application instructions.
NOTE: The online application fee (using a debit or credit card) is €50, payable to PAC and is non-refundable. Your application cannot be processed until all the relevant supporting documents and application fee have been received by PAC.
Closing Date
Full-time applications Friday 25th August 2023
Part-time applications Friday 25th August 2023
(N.B. Read these instructions carefully before proceeding with your application).
1. You should familiarise yourself with the entry requirements for each programme to which you apply, as detailed in the current IT Carlow prospectus. In particular, you should note the commencement date for each programme and the submission dates for receipt of completed applications.
2. After you have entered your application details, you will be expected to pay a non-refundable application fee payment of €50. This payment may be made by Credit Card (MasterCard/Visa) or Debit Card (Laser). Please note non-Irish visa debit cards are not accepted. It is also possible to pay by Bank Transfer though payments by these methods are subject to an additional administration charge of €5.
3. Each applicant may only make one application, mentioning up to four programme choices.
4. You must have an active e-mail account in order to use this facility. It is your responsibility to check your account regularly and ensure it is active and in working order. Applicants using webmail e-mail addresses, please note if you have the high junk mail filtering option in your e-mail account, e-mails from the Postgraduate Applications Centre, Galway and Institute of Technology Carlow may be flagged as Junk. You will need to either reduce the Junk mail filter or else add the Postgraduate Applications Centre, Galway (noreply@pac.ie) and Institute of Technology Carlow (graduatestudies@itcarlow.ie) e-mail addresses as two of your safe senders.
5. All communications regarding the status of your application will be sent to you via e-mail. It is your responsibility to ensure that you check your e-mail account regularly for such correspondence.
6. The Postgraduate Applications Centre is not responsible for the assessment of your application. The assessment of your application takes place at Institute of Technology Carlow.
7. All relevant supporting documentation (results, parchments/certificates and supplementary statement forms if applicable) you are required to provide as part of your application must be either uploaded via the "My Account" link or posted to PAC. Please submit all documentation on A4 (or equivalent) size paper. Original documentation submitted cannot be returned, only copies qualification evidence documentation are required at application stage for the Postgraduate Applications Centre. All documentation must be either uploaded via the "My Account" link or posted to the Postgraduate Applications Centre, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway, Ireland. This information must arrive by the submission date for the programme to which you are applying (or by the earliest submission date if you are applying for multiple programmes). The closing dates for receipt of applications for each programme are indicated in the online IT Carlow prospectus. Your application can be assessed only when this information is received.
8. Supporting documentation or information that cannot be submitted at the time of application (e.g. future exam sittings, English language exams) may be submitted at a later stage by uploading via the "My Account" link or by posting to the Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC).
9. All applicants MUST note their Postgraduate Studies 8 digit application number which will be given to you at the final stage of the application procedure. You will need your Postgraduate Application Number to log into your Account on the PAC website to obtain updates on the status of your application. All supplementary documentation forwarded to the Postgraduate Applications Centre MUST be marked with your Postgraduate Application Number.
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Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
Duration |
1 year Part-time (2 nights per week, 7-10pm with some Saturdays throughout the year). |
Course Fee |
SE41T Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing CARLOW Part-time €2,500
SE42L Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WEXFORD Part-time €2,500
SE42D Higher Diploma in Business in Tourism Marketing WICKLOW Part-time €2,500 |
Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
Entry Requirements |
Applicants require an NFQ Level 7 or 8 Major Award in business or a level 8 Major Award in a non-business area for entry to this programme. Other applicants will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with the SETU Carlow policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). SETU Carlow reserves the right to require applicants to attend for interview to determine their suitability for the programme. |
Course Summary |
Overview
This is a one-year Higher Diploma designed for those who would like to change career, or who may already be employed in the tourism industry. As the economy continues to recover, more graduates will be required to work in the tourism sector. This programme addresses the need for graduates with knowledge in the area of culture, tourism operations, marketing (including e-marketing) and general business. |
Course Content |
Expand+What will I be able to do when I finish this course?
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, skills and competencies in strategic planning and sustainable development of tourism management (busi...
Hide-What will I be able to do when I finish this course?
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge, skills and competencies in strategic planning and sustainable development of tourism management (business and services) in the context of location, resources and markets.
- Analyse frameworks to provide both theory and practical tools of information in Business and Tourism Marketing.
- Understand the linkage between competitive dynamics, macro and micro economics and the economic benefit to the tourism industry
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Subjects Taught |
What subjects will I study?
Marketing and Brand Communications
Online Marketing Strategy and Practice
Management and Financial Planning
Work Based Research Project
Tourism Operations
Strategic Tourism Marketing |
Number of Credits |
60 Credits |
Careers or Further Progression |
Study & Career Opportunities
This programme will give graduates the basis and maturity to proceed to the Master of Business or, the MSc in Digital Marketing taught part-time programmes, depending on their general business experience.
Potential employment opportunities:
Travel Agent
Customer Service Assistant/Manager
Supervisor/Team manager
Tour Manager
Tourist Guide
Tourist Information Centre Assistant
Other tourism related commercial operations. |
Further Enquiries |
Contact
Part-time applicants may contact:
Eoin O'Brien BA, DBS, CBS, Cert Mgmt, MBA
Faculty of Lifelong Learning Manager
E: eoin.obrien@setu.ie |
Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |