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Higher Diploma in French for Tourism

About The Academic Program

This exclusive tourism program, offered entirely in French, stands as the only specialized initiative of its kind. Developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and the Saudi Tourism Authority, the program is designed to equip professionals with the necessary skills to excel in various sectors of Saudi Arabia’s dynamic tourism industry. With a strong emphasis on practical application, the program ensures that graduates gain hands-on experience, preparing them for a range of career opportunities in tourist guiding, tourism marketing, hospitality, and event organization—all delivered in French to enhance industry-relevant proficiency

Major

Translation

Language of instruction

French

Duration

1 Years

Academic degree

Higher Diploma in French for Tourism

Career opportunities

Tour guiding, tourism marketing, hospitality, and event management.

Nature and Goals of the Program

Classified under Higher Diploma – Graduate Studies, the program offers an advanced curriculum tailored to the evolving demands of the tourism industry, fostering both professional expertise and language proficiency. Through this structured and immersive approach, participants will be equipped to navigate the global tourism landscape with confidence

- To train executives with professional skills in the French language for tourism.
- To provide students with knowledge in the field of tourism in French.
- Developing language skills in tourism fields.
- Enhance professional expertise and labour market needs in the field of tourism.

K1 Understanding French terminology related to tourism sciences.
K2 Describing Saudi Arabia’s tourist attractions in French.
S1 Effective communication using all linguistic and technological means in French.
S2 Translating tourism-related materials both in writing and orally into French.
S3 Practicing critical thinking and problem-solving.
V1 Leading tourist groups professionally using the French language.
V2 Developing professional growth plans through self-learning and continuous education.
V3 Demonstrating a sense of responsibility and commitment.

- Effective communication in professional situations in French.
- Leading tourist groups.
- Practice critical thinking and problem solving .
- Self-development of skills by referring to information sources.

Study Plan

Course Code Course Title Credit
Ethics and Islamic Values 2
Islamic Banking and Economics 2
Community Building in Islam 2
English Language (1) 3
English Language (2) 3

Course Code Course Title Credit
Communication Skills 2
Creative Writing 2
Writing Academic Reports 2
Emotional Intelligence Course 2
Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
Principles of Projects Management 2
Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
Principles of E-Commerce 2
Financial Literacy 2
Leadership and Change Management 2
Health Awareness 2
Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
Fitness and Sport Science 2
Sustainable Development 2
Global Citizenship 2
Lifelong Learning Skills 2
Sustainable Ecosystems 2
History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
Community Building in Islam 2
Good Citizenship Values 2
Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
Studies in Saudi Literature 2
Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
Basics of Programming 2
Data Analysis and Management 2
Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

Course Code Course Title Credit
Introduction to Literature 3
The Short Story 3
Introduction to Translation 3
Dictionary Skills 3
Professional Translation Skills 3
Introduction to Linguistics 3
Computer- Assisted Language Learning (CALL) 3

Course Code Course Title Credit

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Syntaxe de la langue francaise 4
Competences orales en langue francaise 4
Francais du tourisme(1) 5
Langue francaise commumication 4
Traduction dans le domaine du tourisme 3
Stage professionnel (1) 3

Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Francais du tourisme (2) 5
Interpretation dans de domaine du tourisme 4
Projet 4
Stage professionnel (2) 6