Study Travel and Tourism in Dubai | Dubai College of Tourism

Q: Are the DCT courses accredited?

Yes. Our courses are accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). Dubai College of Tourism also has observer status of The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Education (THE-ICE)

Q: Can I visit the college?

Yes. We have formal open days, but you can request a visit at any time. We look forward to welcoming you and showing you around. You can contact us at info@dct.ac.ae to arrange a visit.

Q: What makes DCT different?

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT) is a government-backed college established by Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing. Our curruiculum is designed to embed the life skills and confidence graduates need to build exciting careers in the tourism industry. We deliver this through a platform of practical and vocational training, including internships, site visits, workshops and collaborative projects - taught by teachers with direct industry experience and with special insights from guest lecturers from the very best of homegrown and international industry leaders. A fullly-rounded education delivered from one of the world's most pioneering tourism brands.

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Courses that span
the tourism sector

Tourism has been a key economic driver for a long time in Dubai.

Our tourism course combines theory and practical application across established and new areas of this fast-growth industry. Students gain access to the industry's top employers while studying topics ranging from Impacts of Tourism to Agency Operations and Management.

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Tourism training at Dubai College of Tourism

As a dynamic destination and an international hub with world-class venues and advanced infrastructure, Dubai is host to some of the largest entertainment and business events.

The Dubai College of Tourism events course gives students the skills and insights to succeed in this fast-paced industry, learning from some of the biggest event organisers in the world.

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Event training at Dubai College of Tourism

Dubai's growing retail industry has transformed the city into a leading regional shopping destination where consumers are entertained through a diverse range of retail experiences.

This course builds on the city's success to teach candidates about the value of strong brands and a customer-centric culture. Through internships, hands-on training and insights from industry professionals, graduates learn the skills necessary to develop an exciting career in Dubai's dynamic retail scene.

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Retail training at Dubai College of Tourism

Home to many of the world' premium hotel brands, Dubai continues to define new benchmarks in the hospitality sector and set the global standard in luxury experiences.

Students studying hospitality at Dubai College of Tourism will have an incredible opportunity to study and learn from the hotel operators that have helped shape Dubai into a world-leading hospitality destination.

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Hospitality training at Dubai College of Tourism

As an international leisure and business hub, and home for millions of expats, Dubai attracts the world's best chefs and restaurateurs who provide impressive international culinary experiences for its visitors. This makes Dubai one of the most exciting global destinations to forge a career in the food business. The Culinary Arts course at DCT teaches its students many aspects of the industry ranging from practical food preparation, to knowledge and skills training in food science, nutrition and business management.

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