The Diploma of Tourism program teaches students to create international fares and tickets, including e-tickets, in addition to professional itineraries and working on Galileo, a travel industry-based computerised reservations system.

Getting ahead in the tourism industry requires specialised knowledge of the software and products used every day in the travel and tourism industry. The Galileo booking system is the central focus of the tourism course and this focus ensures that what is being delivered in the classroom is the same as what is being used in industry. Martin College currently has a more up-to-date version of Galileo software than most Travel Agencies.

• Our teachers are accredited by Galileo to deliver the teaching required for the Galileo certificates.
• Get a respected, industry recognised Diploma qualification.
• Achieve two additional accredited qualifications in the industry standard reservations system Galileo.
• Learn from experts with vast tourism experience. 
• Employability skills >

Degree transfer

Successful completion of the Diploma of Tourism offers the following credit transfer option:

• 1 year credit into Raffles College of Design and Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (major in Tourism).    

Industry and jobs

A career in travel and tourism is ideal for those who enjoy working with people. Travel and Tourism consists of many different industries, all combining to create vibrant and exciting careers. Hotels, transportation, recreational parks and restaurants are just a few of the different areas that use the services of travel and tourism specialists. A career in tourism focuses on working with people to help them design the perfect trip for their needs. Work in tourism assists clients to choose a destination, purchase tickets and make hotel or car rental reservations.

Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Operations Manager, Retail Travel Agency Manager, Senior Travel Consultant, or Reservations Manager.

Professional Recognition
The Galileo Desktop Certificate (Fares and Ticketing), Galileo Cross-Check Travel (Client Data Base and Accounting) are both industry recognised certificates which an employer will want to see are part of the employment process. These qualifications are included in the Diploma of Tourism course.

Awards
Graduates of the Diploma of Tourism program receive the nationally accredited award: SIT50107 Diploma of Tourism.

Campuses & Start Dates

   
Course duration: 45 teaching weeks plus up to 3 weeks of vacation depending on commencement date.

Timetables
  
For information about timetables, please contact a Student Advisor using our online form; OR, call 1300 762 126

Entry requirements

  
Entry to the Diploma of Tourism requires ONE of the following:

• Successful completion of Australian Year 11 OR overseas equivalent, OR;
• A Certificate III in Tourism, OR;
• Vocational experience in a range of work environments in administration support roles but without a qualification.

International students must also meet the English language entry requirements >

To transfer credits into university, you will also need to have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent prior to undertaking the Diploma of Tourism. Find out about University Pathways >

Not sure if you qualify?

• Contact a Student Advisor online >
• Call a Student Advisor: 1300 762 129