The Institute of Tourism Studies aims to develop people in tourism through quality learning and excellence. It is committed to providing a student-centered curriculum that promotes creativity and independence while developing technical and leadership skills aligned with industry trends. It also promotes an international outlook and lifelong learning opportunities. The document then outlines the institute's various certificate, diploma, and higher national diploma programs in hospitality, tourism, and related fields, along with entry requirements and opportunities for lifelong learning courses.

2. The Aim of ITS
“Developing people through quality learning to
achieve excellence in tourism”
The Institute of Tourism Studies is committed to:
 Provide a student oriented style of curriculum which promotes
creativity, innovation participation, self reflection and personal
independence.
 Develop specialized technical, leadership and entrepreneurial skills in
line with tomorrow’s industry’s trends and requirements.
 Promote an international outlook whilst embracing differences
between local and foreign cultures.
 Promote professional development through lifelong learning
opportunities for all levels within society

4. Foundation Certificate in
Hospitality Trades
• Completed School Leaving
Certificate
• 2 Semester plus LITP
ESTS Apprenticeship
• Completed School Leaving
Certificate
• 4 Semester plus LITP
Consolidation of Secondary Subjects Key
Competencies ( IT, Maths, Maltese, English &
Reinforcement of the Foreign Language)

5. Certificate in Hospitality Trades
• 2 SEC Exams Grade 5 or Better
or
4 SEC Exams Grade 7 or better or
FCert in Hosp Trade – ESTS
• 2 Semester plus LITP
Certificate in Food Preparation &
Production
• 2 SEC Exams Grade 5 or Better
or
4 SEC Exams Grade 7 or better or
FCert in Hosp Trade – ESTS
• 2 Semester plus LITPReinforcement of the Foreign Language

6. Diploma In Hotel Operations
• 4 SEC Exams Grade 5 or Better
or
6 SEC Exams Grade 7 or better
• 3 Semester plus one LITP and
6months international
Internship
Requirements include a pass in Maltese,
English and Mathematics SEC Exams

7. Diploma in Hospitality Events
Management
• 4 SEC Exams Grade 5 or Better or
6 SEC Exams Grade 7 or better
• 3 Semester plus one LITP and
6months international Internship
Diploma in Sports Tourism &
Active Leisure
• 4 SEC Exams Grade 5 or Better or
6 SEC Exams Grade 7 or better
• 3 Semester plus one LITP and
6months international Internship
Requirements include a pass in Maltese,
English and Mathematics SEC Exams

8. HND in Hospitality Marketing & E
Business
• Matriculation Certificate ( 2
A levels, 3 Intermediate &
Systems of Knowledge)
• 3 Semester plus one LITP
and 6 months
international Internship
HND for Tourist Guides
• Matriculation Certificate ( 2
A levels, 3 Intermediate &
Systems of Knowledge)
• 4 Semester plus one LITP
Requirements include a pass in Maltese,
English and Mathematics SEC Exams

9. HND in Hospitality Management
• Matriculation Certificate ( 2 A
levels, 3 Intermediate & Systems of
Knowledge)
• 3 Semester plus one LITP
and 6 months international
Internship
HND In Tourism Studies
• Matriculation Certificate ( 2
A levels, 3 Intermediate &
Systems of Knowledge)
• 3 Semester plus one LITP
and 6 months international
Internship
Requirements include a pass in Maltese,
English and Mathematics SEC Exams

10. Opportunities for Life Long Learning
• Tour Guiding

11. Opportunities for Life Long Learning
• Pastry & Baking

12. Opportunities for Life Long Learning
• Kitchen & Larder

13. Opportunities for Life Long Learning
• Food & Beverage Service

14. Opportunities for Life Long Learning
• Wines & Spirits
Courses

15. Up Coming courses
• Sushi
• Cake Decorating
• Barista
• Finger Food making
• Butter & Chocolate Curving