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Higher Diploma in French for Tourism

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

About The Academic Program

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

Career opportunities

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

Program Information

College of Languages
Department of Department of Translation
Major Translation
Academic degree Higher Diploma in French for Tourism
Language of instruction French
Duration 1 Years

Program Details

  1. - To train executives with professional skills in the French language for tourism.
  2. - To provide students with knowledge in the field of tourism in French.
  3. - Developing language skills in tourism fields.
  4. - Enhance professional expertise and labour market needs in the field of tourism.
  1. K1 Understanding French terminology related to tourism sciences.
  2. K2 Describing Saudi Arabia’s tourist attractions in French.
  3. S1 Effective communication using all linguistic and technological means in French.
  4. S2 Translating tourism-related materials both in writing and orally into French.
  5. S3 Practicing critical thinking and problem-solving.
  6. V1 Leading tourist groups professionally using the French language.
  7. V2 Developing professional growth plans through self-learning and continuous education.
  8. V3 Demonstrating a sense of responsibility and commitment.
  1. - Effective communication in professional situations in French.
  2. - Leading tourist groups.
  3. - Practice critical thinking and problem solving .
  4. - Self-development of skills by referring to information sources.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One FRNS 711 Syntaxe de la langue francaise 4 —
Level One FRNS 712 Competences orales en langue francaise 4 —
Level One FRNS 713 Francais du tourisme(1) 5 —
Level One FRNS 714 Langue francaise commumication 4 —
Level One FRNS 715 Traduction dans le domaine du tourisme 3 —
Level One FRNS 716 Stage professionnel (1) 3 —
Level Two FRNS 721 Francais du tourisme (2) 5 —
Level Two FRNS 722 Interpretation dans de domaine du tourisme 4 —
Level Two FRNS 723 Projet 4 —
Level Two FRNS 724 Stage professionnel (2) 6 —

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
LITE 151 Introduction to Literature 3
LITE 313 The Short Story 3
TRAN 111 Introduction to Translation 3
TRAN 131 Dictionary Skills 3
TRAN 433 Professional Translation Skills 3
LING 111 Introduction to Linguistics 3
LING 362 Computer- Assisted Language Learning (CALL) 3

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