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CAD 16199

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The tourism and travel sector is one of the largest in the world. Even with so many self-service travel websites, the industry is ever-changing and constantly on the rise, which means now more than ever, there is a need for knowledgeable travel and tourism professionals. This two-year Ontario College Diploma co-op program will give you the knowledge and hands-on learning experience for a career with tourism businesses, travel agencies, tour companies, airlines and more!

This two-year program consists of four academic levels and one paid co-op term. Students are prepared, through a wide variety of career-related courses and industry work experience, to meet the limitless challenges of the dynamic tourism/travel industry. Students are prepared for careers in the multi-faceted tourism industry with an emphasis on travel counselling. Strong emphasis is placed on the development of personality and attitudes necessary for success in this customer service field.

Your Learning Experience

This dynamic program focuses on travel advising, customer sales and service, flights and fares, group tour management, travel business operations, package holidays and hotel operations. Our tourism courses will also teach you world geography and the latest computer technology used in the industry, as well as skills in marketing, customer relations, promotion and social media.  

Gain valuable experience with a co-op work term consisting of 420 hours of paid employment. Enjoy an (optional) international field study trip on a seven-night Caribbean cruise as well as local field trips and regular guest lecturers from the industry. In your final semester, you’ll complete an international group tour capstone project where you’ll create a business plan, marketing plan and presentation to launch the tour to classmates and peers and industry partners. Students also have the opportunity to participate in student mentoring through the Baxter Student Ambassador Program.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Support an industry and workplace service culture by adopting a positive attitude and professional decorum, accommodating diverse and special needs, and contributing as a team member.
  2. Deliver customer service and solutions that anticipate, meet and/or exceed individual expectations, as well as organizational expectations, standards and objectives.
  3. Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales strategies, relationship management skills and product knowledge to promote and sell tourism products, services and customer experiences.
  4. Apply business principles as well as basic accounting, budgeting, financial and administration skills to support the effective management and operation of a variety of organizations delivering tourism products and services.
  5. Comply with relevant organization and workplace systems, processes, policies, standards, legal obligations and regulations, and apply risk management principles, to support and maintain efficient, safe, secure, accessible and healthy tourism operations.
  6. Use appropriate technologies to enhance the quality and delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences, to measure the effectiveness oftourism operations and to participate in tourism development.
  7. Keep current with tourism trends and issues, and interdependent relationships in the broader tourism industry* sectors to improve work performance and guide career development.
  8. Use leadership, teamwork, conflict and relationship management skills and tools, as well as knowledge of organizational behaviour, employment standards and human rights to contribute to  a positive work environment.
  9. Respond to issues and dilemmas arising in the delivery of tourism products, services and customer experiences by using and promoting ethical behaviour and best practices of corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability. 

 

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 10 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 79
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 53
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

6 IELTS Score
79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

16199

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Important Update: Exciting scholarship opportunities for Indian students

Fanshawe College has announced two amazing scholarship opportunities that will help us drive even more applications for upcoming intakes. This is a golden chance to maximize enrollments, and we need to make the most of it!

Scholarship Type Overview Eligibility

Scholarship Amount
Students admitted to the following programs are eligible for scholarships:

Scholarship Application & Award Process
Academic Entrance Scholarship

Academic Entrance Scholarships is designed to support international students by offering financial support for eligible programs.

  • Scholarships are applied to first-term tuition fees after the deposit is received.
  • In-person or hybrid programs only. Not applicable for online programs

To be eligible for the Academic Entrance Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Students must apply for admission between February 1 and June 15, 2025.
  • The student must start their program in May 2025, September 2025 or January 2026.
  • Deposit must be paid within 30 days of receiving the offer. • If the deposit is not paid within the specified timeframe, the scholarship offer will be withdrawn.
Program Type Scholarship Amount
  • The scholarship is automatically considered at the time of admission, a letter will be issued along with the offer letter with details about the student and the scholarship.
  • The scholarship will be applied directly to the student’s tuition account and will be deducted from firstterm.
  • The scholarship amount will be shown on web-advisor once the deposit is paid.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program $500
Combined Admission (EAP + post-secondary) Up to $2,500 (EAP $500 + PS $2,000)
Post-Secondary (PS) Programs $2,000
Spousal Scholarship
2-year Programs
The 2025 Spousal Scholarship Program is designed to support international students by offering financial support for families when both spouses enroll in eligible programs at Fanshawe College starting in May 2025, September 2025 or January 2026.

Eligible Regions:
This scholarship is available for students from the following regions:
1. India
2. Latin America (LATAM)
3. Caribbean
4. South Korea
5.Philippines

Application Deadlines
Both students must apply within the designated application window: February 1 – June 15, 2025.
1. The primary applicant (student) must apply to a PGWP-aligned post-secondary program at Fanshawe College.
Note: Primary applicants from India must choose and enroll in a 2-year graduate certificate to qualify

2. The spouse must also be admitted to a full-time program of equal or lesser duration. This program may be PGWP or non-PGWP aligned.

3. Along with academic and English language proficiency documentation, both applicants must submit a copy of their marriage certificate along with a completed Spousal Scholarship application form.

4. Both students must pay the required deposit and fees by the specified date on their most recent invoice to secure their seats.

5. If either the primary applicant or the spouse withdraws from Fanshawe College prior to completing their program, the scholarship will be withdrawn.
Scenario1: Primary applicant enrolled in 2-year program – Spouse enrolls in a 2-year post-secondary program; $7,000 CAD will be applied to the spouse’s tuition account in first-term and second-term. ($14,000 total).

Scenario2: Primary applicant enrolled in 2-year program – Spouse enrolls in a 1-year post-secondary program; $7,000 CAD will be applied to the spouse’s tuition account in first-term only. ($7,000 total)
Application Submission:
  • The primary applicant and spouse must apply for admission within the application period (Feb 1 – June 15, 2025).
  • Both applicants must submit the marriage certificate and a copy of the Spousal scholarship application form with their applications

Note: We recommend that both applications be submitted at the same time to avoid confusion.

 

  • Admission, Fee Payment and the Scholarship Award: Scholarships will be awarded at the time of admission. A letter with the complete details will be issued.
  • Both partners must confirm acceptance and pay the required tuition deposit within 30 days of receiving their offer.

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