English for Tourism

1. General Objectives

  • To educate graduates of the English for Tourism program who possess comprehensive knowledge, professional competencies, ethical values, political awareness, professional conduct, and good health, enabling them to work effectively in English-speaking professional environments and meet the demands of society and the globalized economy.

  • To provide students with a broad foundation in the English language, as well as British and American culture, society, and literature.

  • To develop students' English communication skills to a proficient level for effective interaction in common social and professional contexts.

  • To equip students with the professional knowledge and practical competencies required to perform effectively in tourism-related fields, including business, hospitality, hotel operations, front office services, and other tourism sectors.

  • To foster effective learning skills that enable students to pursue lifelong learning, continuously improve their language proficiency and professional expertise, and develop an initial capacity for research in tourism language, tour operations, and related fields.

2. Specific Objectives

2.1. Knowledge

Graduates of the Bachelor of English in Tourism program will acquire comprehensive knowledge of the English language, including:

  • English vocabulary for tourism, hospitality, restaurants, and culinary services;

  • Vietnamese culture and civilization;

  • British and American culture;

  • British and American literature;

  • English–Vietnamese and Vietnamese–English translation and interpretation in tourism, hospitality, restaurant, and culinary contexts.

Students will also gain specialized knowledge and practical skills in tourism, including:

  • Tour guiding operations;

  • Restaurant management and operations;

  • Tourism marketing;

  • Human resource management in tourism;

  • Front office operations;

  • Tourism resources and destination management.

2.2. Skills

2.2.1. Problem-Solving Skills

Upon graduation, students will be able to:

  • Communicate effectively in English in common social and professional situations.

  • Demonstrate proficient English listening and speaking skills that meet the language requirements for positions such as front desk staff, tour guides, and tour operators.

  • Use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, proficiently.

  • Deliver effective public presentations and communicate confidently in both English and Vietnamese.

  • Solve practical problems encountered in tour guiding, front office services, and tour operation management.

2.2.2. Teamwork Skills

Students will be able to:

  • Work effectively in teams and collaborate successfully in tourism-related projects and professional activities.

2.3. Attitudes

Graduates are expected to:

  • Be committed to the development of their organizations.

  • Demonstrate respect and appreciation for people and the natural environment.

  • Show dedication and passion for their profession.

  • Maintain a progressive mindset and strive for continuous self-improvement.

  • Embrace lifelong learning by continuously updating their knowledge and professional competencies to meet evolving industry demands.

2.4. Professional Conduct

Graduates will:

  • Comply with the laws and regulations of the State and their organizations.

  • Respect organizational assignments and professional responsibilities.

  • Demonstrate confidence, resilience, and the ability to realize their full potential.

  • Uphold strong political awareness, professional ethics, and a high sense of responsibility toward the community and the nation.

3. Career Objectives

The English for Tourism program prepares graduates with the knowledge and professional skills required for careers such as:

  • Front Office Officer at hotels, resorts, and hospitality establishments.

  • English-speaking Tour Guide.

  • Executive Assistant to department managers in hotels and tourism organizations.

  • Executive Assistant to senior managers or directors.

  • Marketing Executive for tourism businesses and tourism development projects.

In addition, graduates possess strong English communication and professional skills that enable them to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in organizations and enterprises requiring highly competent English-speaking professionals, even if they choose not to work directly in the tourism industry.

 

Students of the English for Tourism Program at the School of Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences, Duy Tan University