School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH)
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Welcome to STH
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. The STH has a rich tourism and hospitality heritage that
extends as far back as 1969. The STH takes pride in combining 50 years
of experience in tertiary education to produce graduates who are revered
for their skills, competencies and dynamic attributes. Our programmes
motivate students in becoming creative and innovative individuals.
Ranked number 1 in Africa, in the QS rankings for Hospitality and
Leisure Studies (2018), the STH is Africa’s leading tertiary institution
in the field of Tourism and Hospitality. Globally, the STH is ranked
20th out of 100 Tourism and Hospitality Schools. Furthermore, the STH
has an impressive list of alumni who have achieved recognition both
locally and internationally. At the STH, students are offered the
opportunity of implementing theory into practice and to gain valuable
hospitality experiences at our state of the art training facilities. We
also offer a platform for students to showcase their culinary and food
and beverage expertise though banqueting, conferencing and fine-dining
experiences offered at STH venues which are open to the public.
Why study at STH
This is why you should choose STH for your Tourism and/or Hospitality qualification