What Is Tourism N4 All About?

What Is Tourism N4 All About?

Tourism N4 plays an important role in tourism studies, giving students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts and processes of the sector.

The National Certificate in Tourism (N4-N6) program includes the Tourism N4 level of qualification under the South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF). Students who complete this program will have the knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in various jobs within the tourist sector.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TOURISM N4

After completing the 18-month theoretical portion of the program, students must complete the 18-month practical component by working in the tourist sector in order to graduate with the knowledge and abilities required for a career in tourism with a concentration on the travel business. This guarantees that students are adequately equipped to enter the world of work as tourism industry employees.

Why do you prefer to travel?

To travel the world is one of the main motivations for choosing a career in tourism, and if you pick the correct position, you can! There are numerous professional choices that permit travel, providing you the chance to work from a single location abroad or even travel frequently as part of your job.

Can I Apply to a University With N4 2025?

No, an N4 NATED National Certificate is ineligible for application to a university. To apply, you must have a Matric Bachelor’s pass. Your admittance depends on your ability to fulfil the prerequisites for both the course you applied for and the university.

Why do students want to study tourism?

Tourism is first and foremost a worldwide firm. There are tourists everywhere, from the Arctic to outer space. With a tourism degree, the possibilities for your career are virtually endless. There is a lot of choice involved, both in terms of the hours you can work and the types of jobs you can accomplish.

What does tourism have to offer?

Additionally, it offers many jobs to those working in the transportation and hotel industries, among others. Additionally, tourism may strengthen linkages between states or industries, open up venues for amusement and relaxation, and raise the worth of a currency.

What subjects do I need for tourism?

A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification with a D symbol at a Higher Grade for English. Recommended subject(s): Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Geography, History, Tourism, Typing and a third language.

Requirements for current Grade 12 Learners 2025

• A Matric Certificate / with an exemption will be more beneficial
• Compulsory Subjects: English (40%) and Maths / Maths Literacy (50%)
• Minimum aggregate (excluding Life Orientation) (40%)
• 40% minimum for all subjects

Tourism N4 Requirements for NCV level 4 students

• Minimum pass requirements for National Certificate Vocational entry must be met.
• English 40%
• Minimum aggregate 45%

Tourism Career Opportunities 2025

• Travel Agent
• Guesthouse Manager
• Hotel Reception
• Consultant at Tour Operator
• Airport Staff
• Entrepreneur

DHET Contact

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Pretoria
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www.dhet.gov.za​

Call Centre Information
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Email: callcentre@dhet.gov.za

Private Bag X174
Pretoria
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Tel + 27 12 312 5911

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