Why study in Australia?
“I wanted a challenge and wanted to study somewhere different, and I’ve had a fascination with Australia my entire life. Blue Mountains was one of the best hospitality management options I had heard of and the reputation of the school was fantastic.”
– Judy Bonizzi, Malawi, Year 3 BMIHMS Student.
With an enviable international reputation, the Australian education system offers an innovative, vibrant and multi-cultural environment in which to pursue university level hospitality studies.
Graduates with Australian hospitality or event management degrees can look forward to their qualifications being very well regarded worldwide, and thus opening up truly global working opportunities. What’s more, it’s not a bad place to visit and live for a while. The locals are easy going and friendly, and the economy continues to expand, particularly the finance and tertiary education sectors.
The political environment is robust, but very stable. In essence, it is a tolerant and diverse society offering a safe and very high standard of living.
“I scouted the world basically for a good hotel school and Blue Mountains appealed due to the social aspect of life and its location which is a place where you can focus on your studies.”
– Abel Woldu, Sweden, Year 2 BMIHMS Student
Then there’s the landscape; that remarkable physical environment, that sublime weather, that scenic beauty, those stunning attractions; it’s all true. From cosmopolitan cities to the stark outback, it’s a country full of contrasting and rare travel experiences. Flexible student visas allow international students to take up the hospitality industry’s many part-time work options as students can work 20 hours per week. A strong, growing economy contributes to a buoyant hospitality job market, which means international students can gain valuable work experience as well as supplement funds for travel or further study.
Living Costs in Australia
Australia is one of the world’s most popular places to live and study, with areas of spectacular beauty, cosmopolitan cities and the an education system renown for its excellence throughout the world. To assist with your planning for studying in Australia, we’ve provided a link with details on the average cost of living from the government website Study in Australia. Please use this to help you with your preparations.
Find out more about studying hospitality in Australia
Download the brochure or speak with an enrolment expert to find out why you should study hospitality in Australia.
History
The Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS) has been providing hospitality education since 1991. The school was the first of its kind in Australia when it opened and has grown to be recognised as a leading provider of Hospitality Degree Courses. Over 23 years the Leura campus has developed hospitality degree courses where students live and study in a simulated hotel environment. This reflects the famous Swiss hotel school model of teaching and learning. In 2010, we were ranked the number 1 hospitality management school in Asia Pacific and Australia (TNS Survey 2013).
Partners
In the years since opening, the School has formed hospitality industry partnerships – including those with Laureate Hospitality Education.
Accreditation
We hold national accreditation in Australia as well as international certification with the World Tourism Organisation, Institute of Hospitality and The International Centre of Excellence in Tourism & Hospitality Education. This combination is your guarantee ensuring our hospitality and event management degree courses adhere to the highest educational and industry compliance standards.
Faculty
The Blue Mountains faculty are experienced professionals in their fields and many have had successful careers in the hospitality industry. They bring extensive knowledge and insight to what is taught at the School and many are furthering their education at the highest levels.
Like to know more?
Complete our website enquiry form and we will provide you with a copy of the Blue Mountains Hotel School Prospectus to find out how our accredited business degrees can launch your career in hospitality management.