The Private Hotel School

About The Private Hotel School

VISION
Our vision is to create a better world through education, integrity and cultural understanding. We understand the diversity and backgrounds of the various cultures within our industry, but affirm the all-important need for professionalism.
MISSION
Our mission is to provide future hospitality industry leaders with the practical training, educational and cultural awareness skills necessary to succeed in today’s global economy while fostering international goodwill and friendship. Our students master scarce professional skills, obtaining high levels of the specialised knowledge needed to excel in the competitive hospitality environment and to enable them to successfully work anywhere in the world.
VALUES
Our core values and guiding principles are motivated by our vision. We aim to create a better world through education and to do so with integrity and by fostering cultural understanding.
The Private Hotel School is proudly internationally minded and we promote and celebrate diversity and understanding among our students, academic team, industry partners and the various communities we operate in. We value quality and our reputation for maintaining exacting and high standards. We continuously emphasise the importance of positive work values and ethics, not only through our theoretical training, but also through the practical training we afford our students.
We value partnership and achieve our goals through working together in ways that are mutually beneficial. We take pride in engaging in business with integrity and we make our decisions based on honesty and ethical behaviour.

Why TPHS

Where do our Students come from and where do they go?
Students from all over the world attend TPHS to experience the best of both worlds – they can study towards an internationally recognised qualification and enjoy the vibrant student life in the surroundings of Stellenbosch, known for its beauty. At present, in addition to students from all the provinces of South Africa, there are students from various African countries such as Namibia and Zimbabwe, Eastern and European countries on the campus.

The Private Hotel School Courses

REGISTERED QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in EVENT MANAGEMENT
Year 1-3 | NQF Level 6

Higher Certificate in HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Year 1 | SAQA ID: 80106, NQF Level 5

Advanced Certificate in HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Year 2 | SAQA ID: 80109, NQF Level 6

Advanced Certificate in HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT: CULINARY SPECIALIZATION
Year 2 | SAQA ID: 80109, NQF Level 6

OCCUPATIONAL CHEF CERTIFICATE
NQF Level 4; SAQA ID: 94941

Advanced Diploma in HOSPITALITY EDUCATION
1 Year full time or 2 Years Distance Education | SAQA ID: 80107, NQF Level 7

Enrichment Modules
6 Months

Application Process

Intake starting dates
Due to the popularity of our courses the Private Hotel School offers two intakes. One in January and one in July of each year.

Closing date for Applications:
For January intake it is 31 October of the previous year and for the July intake it is 30 April of the current year. Late applications will be considered.

Application Process:

Send your completed application form along with the documents requested below toinfo@privatehotelschool.co.za or fax to 021 881 3793.
Proof of graduation: Certified copy of official National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4)
Two Letters of Reference: one from the Principal or Guidance Counselor and one from a former teacher.
Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copy of Identity Document or Passport.
Payment of applicable application fee. Account details on application form. Not applicable to international students.
Application will be processed and a personal interview will be scheduled.
Prospective student will be informed if they have been accepted and a non-refundable deposit is payable within 30days from receiving the acceptance letter.

Enrolment Requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Education:

To enroll at The Private Hotel School you would need the National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4)
Requirements for Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Education:
- One of the following qualifications:
  - Diploma in Education (360 credits)
  - 3 year degree (360 credits)
  - Traditional Matric + 3 qualification

All programmes are presented in English, therefore students’ English abilities will be measured by an English Entrance Test administered before they enter the academic programme. Should students fail this test we shall recommend they undertake remedial English or an ESL course (English as a Second Language) either before starting their academic programme or as part of their first term’s coursework.

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The Private Hotel School Student Loan

Finance for Students

For Bursaries and study loans, visit these websites:
Solidariteit Helpende Hand: www.helpendehand.co.za
SA Study: www.sastudy.co.za/bursaries/
Capitec: www.capitecbank.co.za
Nedbank: www.nedbank.co.za
Fundi: www.fundi.co.za – Contact nr 021 882 8590
Manati: www.manati.co.za
APPETD bursary scheme: Students interested in applying should email APPETD on info@appetd.org.za or telephone 011 791 5463 to request application forms.
TPHS is proud to be affiliated with the following banks which you can contact for more information on student loans.
ABSA Neelsie Student Branch in Stellenbosch:
Tel: +27 21 809 9300 First National Bank Neelsie Student Branch in Stellenbosch:
Tel: +27 (0)21 887 1326
E-mail: neelsie@fnb.co.za
Standard Bank Neelsie Student Branch in Stellenbosch:
Tel: 021 808 6362
Email: garth.hurling@standardbank.co.za

The Private Hotel School International Student

Minimum requirements for International students

Proof of graduation:
- Certified copy of official secondary school, University or College transcripts with (a) an official English translation of the transcript (b) a grading guide that gives equivalent U.S. grades.
South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) clearance results if applicable.
Study Visa (Upon receiving your provisional acceptance letter from TPHS you can apply for your visa).
Proof of English competency, if English was not taken as first or second language at school. A TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language) score of at least 500 or sufficient documentation of a significant level of English instruction. An IELTS score of 5.5 is also acceptable.

The following Academic levels are required:

Cambridge International A/AS Levels

Three O Levels at C or higher and
Two A Levels at E or higher

Four AS Levels at D or higher and
One O Level at C or higher

Cambridge HIGCSE
If you have studied HIGCSEs and IGCSEs you need to have obtained:

At least four HIGCSE passes (symbols 1 – 3 only) one of which must be English or Afrikaans first language
One IGCSE pass – C symbol or above

International Baccalaureate

Pass mark at 24 points, grades 4 – 7 are acceptable.

All other foreign qualifications are required to be evaluated and verified through SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority).

Please follow the below link for the online application procedures.
http://www.saqa.org.za/show.php?id=5741
SAQA Contact information:
Website www.saqa.org.za
Tel. +27 (0)12 431 5000
Helpdesk +27 (0)86 010 3188
FAQ
How do I apply for a study permit?
Once you have received conditional acceptance from TPHS to attend, complete a study permit application www.southafrica-newyork.net/homeaffairs/forms/bi1738.pdf (only original forms will be accepted) and submit it to your nearest South African office abroad
Your application must be accompanied by:

Your passport, which should be valid for at least 30 days more than the application period.
The relevant permit fee (cash or bank-guaranteed cheque).
Proof that you are financially able to pay your tuition fees and have adequate means of support. You will need to submit three months’ worth of bank statements.
Proof of medical or health insurance cover that is registered or recognised in South Africa.
A repatriation guarantee. Unless you have a written undertaking of support from a South African, you will need to lodge a cash deposit equivalent to the value of a return ticket. In the case of African students, proof that your country has signed a written undertaking to pay costs for deportation should it become necessary.
A medical certificate and a radiological report (chest X-ray) or skin TB test.
An official letter from the institution in South Africa confirming your acceptance and detailing the duration of the course.
Police clearance certificate.

Make sure you’ve got copies of your application forms and all the supporting documents.
Read more: http://www.southafrica.info/travel/documents/studypermits.htm
What about Accommodation?

TPHS has an on-site student house that can accommodate 13 students. Admission to an academic programme does not imply that a student has a room in the student house. TPHS is located 8km outside of Stellenbosch and students can find accommodation in Stellenbosch, they will need their own transport. The school is very close to Vlottenburg train station, so students are able to take a train from Stellenbosch to the school. Please note there are no public transport services between Stellenbosch and the school.

You can follow the below link for accommodation available in Stellenbosch:

http://www.stellenboschapartments.com/

Must I have Medical Insurance?

Yes, no student will be registered without proof of adequate medical insurance. Please make use of a Student Health Plan that covers you while you study in South Africa and that provides for day-to-day care, hospitalisation and any emergency procedures. Students may obtain insurance from any company of their choice, provided that the company issues a letter stating that you are covered in South Africa for the duration of your studies. The Private Hotel School is not affiliated to any company. Below is a list of student medical aid options to consider:

http://www.studenthealth.co.za/
https://www.discovery.co.za/portal/individual/360-plan
http://www.ingwehealth.co.za/default.aspx?awXW4NDsfRDTEUKO6IEDEdrj4AHzP+la
International Student Guide

Contact Us

Telephone:		+27 (0)21 881 3792
Fax:		+27 (0)21 881 3793
E-mail:		info@privatehotelschool.co.za

Physical Address:		The Private Hotel School 33 Stellenbosch Vlottenburg Road Vlottenburg 7604
Postal Address:		The Private Hotel School PO Box 6255 Uniedal 7612