There are 15 colleges and universities offering 30 Hospitality and Tourism Degree Courses.

FAQs about Studying a Hospitality & Tourism Degree in Malaysia

Hospitality & Tourism relates to the art of delivering good customer service and experience in the travel and food & beverage industry.

The Hospitality & Tourism industry involves many disciplines such as food management, event management, accommodation & hospitality management and tour & travel management. The Hospitality & Tourism sector plays a very important role in the country as it is recognised to be one of the main key drivers of our national economy.

A Degree in Hospitality & Tourism will give you the right and appropriate exposure to get a good head start in building a career in the Hospitality & Tourism industry.

To pursue a Degree in Hospitality & Tourism, the typical entry requirements are:

That said, the entry requirements may vary depending on the university, so be sure to do your research!

To pursue a Degree in Hospitality & Tourism, you need to have an SPM qualification or equivalent and a Pre-U qualification. Alternatively, you can also enter a Degree via a Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism. You must also meet the minimum entry requirements of the university.

A Degree in Hospitality & Tourism is usually 3 years long.

Upon completing a Degree in Hospitality & Tourism, you will have several options:

  • Enter the workforce immediately; or
  • Pursue postgraduate studies in the relevant fields

Once you complete a Degree in Hospitality & Tourism, you can consider the following job options:

  • Event Executive
  • Guest Service Executive
  • Food Service Executive
  • Hotel Operation Executive
  • F&B Executive

Different students may have different preferences when it comes to choosing the right university. Here are some questions to consider when making a decision.

  • Is the institution’s Hospitality & Tourism course accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)?
  • Some institutions have good ties with renowned hotels and restaurants, or their own in-house culinary suite and hospitality services. Does the institution offering you a Hospitality & Tourism Degree have these?
  • Do you understand the fees of the course, and are the costs affordable to you?
  • Are you comfortable with the location of the university?
  • Have you visited the campus, and do you like the campus environment and facilities?
  • What support services does the institution have to help you in and beyond university?

If you’re not sure if studying a Degree in Hospitality & Tourism is right for you, here are some articles that may help you:

You can also explore our list of course guides to see if other degrees speak louder to you.

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