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Last Updated: 18 October 2021

Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations (2 years)

When you enrol in the Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations course, you will be equipped with service skills and knowledge that are sought after by the hospitality and tourism industry. Your learning will take place in ITE’s authentic hands-on facilities that mirror those in the industry. You will gain knowledge in Front Office Operations, Executive Lounge Service, Housekeeping, Hospitality Data Analytics, Hospitality systems, Hospitality Events Management, and Customer Service.

Our programme includes a 6-month enhanced internship at one of the many establishments in the hospitality industry that partners with ITE.

ITE College West
Admission type: JAE , JIEH , ITE EAE
Course duration : 2 years
Course codes and aggregates for 2024 JAE:
College Course code
ELB4-A aggregate
ITE College West
 V64 20 - 34

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2HH and applies to all colleges.

Course codes and aggregates for 2024 JIE 'H':
College Course code
ELMAB3 aggregate
ITE College West
 FPHPO 6 - 11

Applicants have to pass a pre-admission medical examination.

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Course details

Field of study Business and Services
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations
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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE

To be eligible for admission, you must have also sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).

Subject Grade
English Language 1-7

Any 2 other subjects
1-7
For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
Subject Grade
English Language 1-3
Additional Mathematics/Mathematics 1-4

Any 3 other subjects
1-5

Internship

Internship duration 6 months

Career prospects

Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations graduates are employed by hotels and other establishments in the service sector. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Front Office Executive, Guest Relations Executive, Hotel Reservations Officer, Housekeeping Associate and Sales & Marketing Executive.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Intake Exercise 'H' (JIE 'H')

You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.

ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.