Department Of Tourism And Hospitality

Department Of Tourism And Hospitality, The School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH) in the College of Business and Economics. A vibrant, multicultural and dynamic School in the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the University is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualizing the potential that higher education holds for the continent’s development. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Being an institution that prides itself on its accessible excellence, after only 11 years UJ has established itself as an institution of global excellence and world-class stature.

The University of Johannesburg’s School of Tourism and Hospitality was ranked 20^th globally, (only African university), for Hospitality and Tourism Management by global ShanghaiRanking Consultancy, we also scored 1^st in Tourism and Leisure studies by QS ranking. A great achievement and affirmation for the STH. We can confidently say we are the best that Africa has to offer in Tourism and Hospitality Management tertiary education. #WeDoTourism
The STH has a mission and vision is to develop sought after, future-fit leaders who create legacies. Given the number of highly successful alumni who have graduated from the STH and who have indeed created legacies in the tourism and hospitality industry, both nationally and internationally, our passion is our reality.

The STH takes great pride in combining rich traditions and experience in higher quality education. Our graduates are known for their skills, competencies, knowledge and attributes, allowing them to excel in the tourism and hospitality sector, one of the most dramatic growth industries in South Africa and globally. Our national and international partners also provide opportunities for deserving candidates.