Tourism - Southern Cross University

Transform your future

Tourism is a pillar of the Australian economy and Southern Cross University’s campuses are located in the country’s most vibrant tourism regions. We are proud to be the first University in Australia to offer studies in tourism.

Through our unique partnership with global hotel investment group Mulpha Australia, our students can choose from a range of undergraduate or postgraduate courses in tourism and hotel management at The Hotel School.

The Hotel School boasts campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and on Hayman Island, all ideally located for study and internships with leading leisure and hospitality businesses.

Practical training in hotels and tourism structures – with mentorship from experienced management professionals – forms a fundamental part of our courses. It means you will be well-prepared for the demands of this dynamic sector once you graduate. With professional networks already in place, you are on the way for career success.

You can also choose to study Tourism Management as a shared major in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge or Bachelor of Psychological Science.

Why choose Tourism with Southern Cross?

Australian first

We were the first university in Australia to offer studies in tourism

Global top 200

We're ranked in the top 200 of universities for Hospitality and Tourism Management (Global Rankings of Academic Subjects (Shanghai Rankings) 2022)

Industry connections

Industry connections facilitate work placements both in Australia and abroad

Graduate employment

93.8% of graduates are employed within four months of completing their course (Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018-2020)

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A better way to learn

At Southern Cross University we’re always looking for a better way to do things. That’s why we’re delivering our courses in six-week terms. The Southern Cross Model will set you up for success at university and beyond.

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The Hotel School

Through a unique partnership with Mulpha Australia, students can study Hotel Management with The Hotel School in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Hayman Island.

The Hotel School is proud to recently launch a one-of-a-kind campus on InterContinental Hayman Island Resort. It’s the only hotel school in the world where you can study, work and live on a 5-star resort island.

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