The Bachelor of Tourism Studies at the University of Zululand develops graduates for careers in tourism management, destination development, and hospitality in one of South Africa's most tourism-rich provinces. KwaZulu-Natal's offerings — from Durban's beachfront and the Drakensberg to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi game reserve and the Zulu cultural trail — provide UNIZULU students with an exceptional tourism learning environment. The programme covers tourism economics, sustainable tourism management, cultural tourism, event management, tourism law, and destination marketing, preparing graduates for both public and private sector roles in the industry.
English: NSC Level 4
Tourism or Geography: NSC Level 4
Four additional 20-credit subjects
APS: Minimum 26 points
Tourism Manager – Lead operations, marketing, and visitor services for game lodges, tourism attractions, tour operators, or destination management companies in KwaZulu-Natal.
Destination Marketing Manager – Develop and execute marketing campaigns promoting KwaZulu-Natal’s tourism offerings to domestic and international visitors.
Ecotourism Guide and Manager – Manage wildlife and nature-based tourism experiences in KwaZulu-Natal’s game reserves and protected areas with conservation sensitivity.
Tourism Events Coordinator – Plan and manage tourism-related events including festivals, cultural events, and sports tourism for provincial tourism bodies.
Tourism Policy Analyst – Evaluate tourism development strategies and regulatory frameworks for provincial government, SATSA, or national tourism bodies.
