UCCI

Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism – Water Sports and Recreation

This programme prepares students for entry-level careers in hospitality, tourism, water sports and recreation through industry-focused courses and practical internship experience.

Key Facts about the Programme

Programme Duration

1 Year

Semesters Offered

The programme begins in the Fall Semester.

Programme Cost

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism will cover the full programme cost for Caymanian students.

Awarding Bodies and Professional Credentials

Students will earn multiple professional certifications upon successfully completing the programme, including credentials from PADI.

Programme Overview

Description

This programme is designed to develop the hospitality knowledge, safety awareness, professional skills and practical experience required for entry-level careers in the tourism, water sports and recreation industries.

Students will receive training in key areas such as diving, boating, hospitality and tourism, spa services, business etiquette, computer literacy and employability skills. The programme also includes a 120-hour internship, allowing students to gain valuable hands-on experience in a professional workplace.

Degree Plan

Year 1 – Fall Semester

ENG 001 – Vocational English I
HOS 045 – Hospitality and Tourism (Culture & Tourism of the Cayman Islands)
COL 001 – Intro to College & Employability Skills
HOS 085 – Hospitality & Business Etiquette

Year 1 – Spring Semester

HOS 035 – The Essentials of Diving
MAT 001 – Numeracy Skills I
HOS 036 – The Essentials of Boating
COM 003 – Computer Literacy

Year 1 – Summer Semester

HOS 079 - Internship

Additional Requirements

Academic Advising and Progression

Students should consult their academic advisor when registering for courses each semester.

Transfer Credits

Students progressing to an Associate Degree programme may receive exemptions for applicable credits completed as part of this diploma.

Progression Requirements

Students seeking to matriculate into an Associate Degree programme after completing this diploma must first enrol as Pre-College students and complete one of the following options for each subject: MAT 002 – Numeracy Skills II or MAT 99 ENG 002 – Vocational English II or ENG 99 Note: The degree plan states ENG 99, rather than ENG 9.