Practice
Hotel-style simulations
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Hospitality and Tourism
CTH Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality
Hospitality is not simply serving people. It is creating experiences people remember.
This foundation diploma introduces the major functions that keep hotels, restaurants and tourism businesses running. Learners explore guest service, front office, food and beverage, housekeeping and business operations in a practical environment.
Why this programme
Build a practical next step.
This foundation diploma introduces the major functions that keep hotels, restaurants and tourism businesses running. Learners explore guest service, front office, food and beverage, housekeeping and business operations in a practical environment.
Best suited for
School leavers and career changers who want a recognised starting route into tourism and hospitality.
A related hospitality pathway
Discover specialised barista training.
For learners who want focused coffee and cafe-service training, ILT also offers the CTH Level 2 Award in Barista Skills. Any advertised paid internship is subject to published eligibility and conditions.
Explore Barista SkillsHow you will learn
Learn by doing, with clear feedback.
Projects
Guest-service role play
Feedback
Operational demonstrations
Progress
Industry visits or placements where confirmed
Career possibilities
Use learning to move forward.
Possible entry areas include front office, guest relations, food and beverage service, reservations, housekeeping operations and tourism services.
Progression
Your possible next step.
Progress to higher hospitality qualifications, degree pathways or employment subject to entry and employer requirements.
Why ILTCTH UK pathway, practical hospitality environment, grooming and English support where included, and internship links subject to confirmed conditions.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements are assessed against current programme and awarding-body criteria.
Fees and scheduleContact ILT for current approved fees, instalments, schedules and intake dates.
Talk to an adviserChoose the route that suits your goals and current qualifications.
Frequently asked questions
Things to check before you apply.
Who is this programme for?
School leavers and career changers who want a recognised starting route into tourism and hospitality.
What will I learn?
The programme includes Front office and guest relations, Food and beverage operations, Housekeeping and room standards and other practical learning areas listed above.
How will I learn?
Learning is delivered through hotel-style simulations, guest-service role play, operational demonstrations, industry visits or placements where confirmed.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry requirements depend on the confirmed intake and programme rules. Speak to an ILT course adviser before applying.
How long does it take and when is the next intake?
Duration, class schedule and next intake are confirmed for each intake. Contact ILT for the current approved details.
What are the fees?
Fees, registration charges and any instalment plan are confirmed for each intake. Please contact ILT for the current approved information.
Will this guarantee a job or university place?
No. Career and progression possibilities depend on the learner's experience, application, employer or institution requirements, and other relevant conditions.
Plan your study
Proposed study schedule
Indicative schedule, subject to confirmation for your intake. Contact Admissions for current availability.
| Study option | Class days | Class times |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend (part-time) | Saturday | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Weekday (full-time) | Monday | 8:30 am - 3:30 pm |
| Weekday (full-time) | Wednesday and Friday | 8:30 am - 1:30 pm |
Your qualification
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The supplied sample is titled CTH Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality.
For illustration only. Names, dates, grades and centres shown are sample details, not evidence of an ILT student's award. The final certificate is subject to the issuing body's current requirements.
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Hospitality & Tourism lecturers
Eranda Rajapathirana
Eranda Rajapathirana brings 13 years of hospitality industry experience and seven years of teaching experience. He is a visiting lecturer at CIPM and an International Inspector for JCQ Standards with Pearson Edexcel, UK.
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Nirmali Rasika Rupasinghe
Nirmali Rasika Rupasinghe brings around 22 years of experience in the education industry and serves as a visiting lecturer at Ceylon Tourism & Hotel School. Her training spans hotel management, tourism and hotel operations, and bakery, desserts and pastry.
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