Email: hotelschool@scu.edu.au
Overview
The Hotel School Australia is a specialised higher-education institution focused on hospitality, hotel, and tourism management, established in 1989 in close collaboration with the hospitality industry and now operating in partnership with Southern Cross University. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees designed to combine academic learning with strong industry engagement, including internships and practical work experience.
With campuses in major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, the school is known for its industry-aligned curriculum, strong employer connections, and emphasis on graduate employability, preparing students for leadership and management careers in the global hospitality and tourism sector.
Key strength of The Hotel School Australia:
Strong industry integration: Many opportunities for internships and partnerships with leading global hospitality brands.
Practical, work-ready curriculum: The curriculum combines academic study with real-world experience, with industry-experienced lecturers that specialized in hospitality and tourism.
High graduate employability: Strong career pathways in the hospitality and tourism sector, with many fresh graduates securing roles soon after graduation
Academic Calendars
The academic year at The Hotel School Australia is divided into two semesters:
Spring Semester:
Nomination and Application Deadline: October - December
Semester Start: Early March
Semester End: Late June - Early July
Fall Semester:
Nomination and Application Deadline: April - June
Semester Start: Early September
Semester End: Late December - Early January
Orientation for international students is conducted a week before each semester, covering essential topics such as course registration, cultural adaptation, and campus facilities.