International Hospitality ManagementBainistíocht Fáilteachais Idirnáisiúnta

Hospitality is a growing, diverse and exciting industry that provides an abundance of employment opportunities at home and elsewhere around the globe. The demand for hospitality graduates is growing each year in the global hotel, leisure, industrial, business, health and education sectors.

This course will give you the management, technological and operational skills you need to work in the international hospitality industry. Specific modules enhance the international focus of the course and the international experience of the student.

You’ll develop the strong communication, interpersonal, management and leadership skills that have been identified by the hospitality industry as essential for career success.

Key areas of study are Communications, Management, Law and Industry Studies.

Language Option 

Since European languages are becoming increasingly important, you also have the option to study one European language - French, German, Spanish or Italian. 

Study Abroad Opportunities

Students are required to undertake one semester abroad as part of this international course. This requirement can be satisfied through an Erasmus option in Year 2, or international scholarship or professional internship in Year 3.

Work Placement

There is a six-month work placement in Year 3.

Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 5.5 in each component.

Click on the link below to view an indicative timetable for this course. Timetables are subject to change and up to date timetables will be provided to students on commencement.

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Career opportunities abound in today’s hospitality industry. On graduation, you could become a supervisor or manager in one of the world’s finest hotels, restaurants, exotic resorts or corporate hotel developments. Other options include overseeing business conventions and special events, occupying management positions in hotels, transport, travel agencies, tourism providers/suppliers, self-employment, project management, technology management, community development, public sector support, financial institutions and bar, club, and conference management.

• Duty Manager
• General Manager
• Hotel Manager/Asst Manager
• Restaurant/Bar/Public House Manager
• Catering Manager
• Conference & Banqueting Manager
• Night Auditor
• Accounts Manager
• Front Desk Receptionist
• Area Manager Licensed Trade
• Event Manager
• Reservations Manager
• European Confirmation Consultant
• Food & Beverage Assistant
• Accounts Manager - Tour Operator
• Staff Trainer
• Customer Services Representative - Cruise Ships
• Cabin Crew
• Airport Representative
• Travel Consultant/Executive (Travel Agent)
• Sales Executive
• Guest Relations Manager
• Public Relations Officer
• Marketing Assistant

We are currently closed for Advanced Entry Applications. The courses that will be open for advanced entry will be listed on the CAO website in January 2025. For information on how to make an Advanced Entry application, please visit our CAO Hub. 

If this course opens for advanced entry, the following will apply:

To qualify for Advanced Entry applicants must be currently studying, completing, or have successfully completed, studies at Level 6, 7 or 8 in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) or an equivalent, in a related area. You must demonstrate by providing transcripts of results that you have achieved the learning outcomes for each stage you wish to advance past, for example:

• To enter Year 2 via Advanced Entry, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Year 1.
• For entry to Year 3, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1 and 2.
• For entry to Year 4, you must demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for Years 1, 2, and 3.

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website.

The International Hospitality Management Degree at TU Dublin, is a fantastic starting point for those looking to excel there career within the Hospitality Industry. The program will set you up for success for not only a managerial role in the Hospitality Industry, but for a role in just about any industry, and in your personal life. Even today, I find myself using many of the skills learned, and still hear the advice and voices of my mentors in the back of my mind. The balance between classroom based learning and work experience meant I could apply my practical experience to the industry. The course and TU Dublin network has developed me personally, with the opportunity to travel whilst studying, and represent the University at International and National Competitions.

Conor Bartley - Front of House Manager, Kimpton Fitzroy Hotel London 

My TU Dublin degree is internationally recognized and I was given the opportunity to work in both the domestic and international markets during my time at TU Dublin.  My degree has already opened many doors for my career within the Hospitality Industry and allowed me to reach a senior level within hotels. I worked both in operations and sales and my latest achievement was reaching to senior sales manager at The Westin Dublin.

Lorna Hennebry

On graduation, you may proceed to postgraduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil or PhD at research institutes and universities worldwide.