Tourism Management, BA

Duration, Structure, Mode and Methods of Delivery
The duration of the programme is four academic years including field attachments which will be distributed within 8 semesters. 15 lecture hours will contribute to 1 C.F. while 30 practical hours shall contribute to C.F. depending on the course.

A student mug cover a minimum of 120 Credit factors that will consist of Lecture and Practical hours. A student must have covered a minimum of 120 Credit factors in order to graduate. The programme delivery will be on full-time and part- time basis. The course will be conducted through lectures, practicals, workshops, Problem-based teaming sessions, discussions and field work.

The media for curriculum delivery shall include print outs, modular books, and e-books. Audio-visual media may be used in delivery in foreign languages.

Admission Requirements
The requirements to be admitted for this programme is a mean grade of at least C+ at KCSE level or its equivalent qualification. The applicant must also have passed with at least grade C+ (plus) in English or Kiswahih. The applicant may be admitted if he/she has bridged in the above relevant subjects. Holders of Diploma in Tourism and Hotel Management or relevant disciplines from institutions recognised by CUE and Chuka University Senate may be admitted.

Application Guidelines
Applications should be on official forms available at the University Main Campus at Chuka, Igembe Campus at Ntuene or Keigoi High School, Embu Campus in Embu Town, Chogoria Campus at Nturiri High School, Tharaka Campus at Gatunga High School, OR Website: www.chuka.ac.ke; A Non-refundable fee of KES 3000 for Phd programmes, KES 2,000 for degree and diploma programmes and KES 1000 for certificate courses will equally be deposited.

The following documents should be made available:
– Originals & a copy of all Transcripts, Diplomas or Certificates (All originals, where necessary, will be returned)
– One recent passport size photograph (write your name on reverse side)
– Copy of the National Identity Card or Birth Certificate

NOTE:
– Preferred Campus should be indicated on the application form
– Certified copies of certificates and original fee payment receipt MUST be attached to the application form and returned latest two weeks prior to the commencement dates given for the programmes

Expected Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme the graduate should be able to.
– Apply the skills and expertise at management level from the tourism training.
– Engage in tourism entrepreneurship and product diversification.
– Practice management of environmental conservation for sustainable development.

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Tuition fee per year for Kenyan Students = KES. 100,000
Tuition fee per year for International Students = KES 125,000
NOTE:
– The Institute reserves the right to change fees without prior notice. However, fee changes are subject to approval by the Governing Council.
– The University policy obliges students to pay the full amount of fees as required on the first day of reporting before they are registered.