| Scope of the program | The North Island College Diploma in Tourist & Hospitality Management with an Adventure Guiding Option offers a unique set of skills and expertise to prepare students for a rewarding career in the dynamic tourist and hospitality industry. The program equips graduates to meet the increasing demand for qualified adventure guides worldwide, particularly in Pakistan's promising tourist industry, especially in the northern regions. These regions are abundant in adventure and natural beauty, with diverse landscapes ranging from lush valleys to rocky areas, enabling activities such as trekking, mountaineering, and water sports. The global trend towards adventure tourism has created a growing market for unique experiences that allow tourists to engage with the environment and local cultures. Well-trained adventure guides with expertise in safety procedures, best practices, and customer service excellence have numerous employment opportunities in established tourist destinations like Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and various regions of Europe. What's more, the increasing focus on sustainable tourism offers further prospects for graduates who can develop eco-friendly guiding methods and engage with local communities, making a positive impact on the environment and society. |
| Program entry requirement | A in English 12 or above, a passing grade on an English proficiency exam, or an IELTS score of 6.0 or above. It is advised that students enroll in ENG 104 during their first semester. In the first semester, students who do not have a band score of at least 60 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking on the Academic IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 20, PTE 50, or CAEL 60 will have to take ENG 104.
By the first day of the program, applicants enrolled in the Adventure Guiding option must also complete and submit the medical documents, have a B in Workplace Math 11 or an equal grade, and pass the math assessment. |
| Required GPA | 60%. |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application:
To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form.
2. Start the Application Process:
Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple.
3. Complete the Application Form:
Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications.
4. Upload Required Documents:
Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include:
• Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended.
• Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports.
• CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience.
• Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying.
• Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294).
2. Acceptance letter from the university.
3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees.
4. Bank statements.
5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable).
6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration.
7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years.
8. Passport-sized photographs.
9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD).
10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada.
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| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
