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Aspira University College
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Aspira University College
Hotel and Tourism Management
For more than a decade, Aspira's International Hospitality and Tourism Management undergraduate program has prepared students for managerial careers in tourism, hospitality and hospitality.
Recognizing the growing demand for highly qualified professionals and the ever-changing nature of tourism, faculty experts have developed curricula focused on three specialized areas of study:
- Management of directions of organizations and companies
- Hotel Management
- Gastronomy.
Each program is designed for three years and consists of two semesters per year. In the third semester, students can choose a specialty, the sixth semester is entirely devoted to full-time practical classes.
Gastronomy - from 18 liters. - from 6 400 € / g.
Croatia is successfully gaining the status of one of the fastest growing Mediterranean destinations for gourmets. Its growth and development is based on rich gastronomic traditions, as well as on the growing offer of a variety of restaurants with a high-quality selection of local gastronomy and wines. Training in this area requires highly qualified personnel trained to create high-quality products that keep pace with the latest developments in the preparation and presentation of culinary techniques in accordance with the requirements and needs of the tourism market. Graduates receive a Bachelor of International Management in Hospitality and Tourism (BSc Econ) degree in Gastronomy.
The curriculum is designed for three years (6 semesters) and is implemented as a full or part-time study.
Computer Engineering
The Software Engineering curriculum was created in collaboration with experts and employers, aimed at teaching students the most relevant software techniques, focused on practice, applied business in the field of computer science and computing.
The emphasis is on working in small groups under the guidance of a mentor, working on cases, individual development and obtaining practical knowledge on real examples.
The training lasts 3 years (6 semesters).
Sports Management
The sports management vocational training curriculum consists of core subjects and electives offered, which may be a good choice, but may be replaced by elective courses from other study programmes or other higher education institutions.
Master's Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management
The Master's programme in Hotel and Tourism Management is a course focused on the international tourism market with an emphasis on the acquisition of practical knowledge and skills applicable anywhere in the world. Students get the right to practice in prestigious hotels, travel companies and organizations, restaurants, have the opportunity to acquire knowledge that gives them an advantage in the labor market.
Thanks to an individual approach to learning, flexibility and practical work, the master's program combines theoretical and practical levels, educational experience, develops the potential of students. The program is designed as a continuation of the professional bachelor's training in international management in the hotel business and tourism, as well as a continuation of education for everyone who has completed training in other fields, but wants to gain professional knowledge in this field.
College Aspira creates study programmes in collaboration with employers, ensuring that knowledge is always provided in line with current trends and with practical examples.
Graduate Study (Master) of Sports Management
The Master of Sports Management is the first and only similar study programme in Croatia. It is designed for professionals who work in sports and want to move up the career ladder, for those who want to achieve a successful career in sports and the sports industry.
Aspira International Summer School
Aspira International Summer School is a complex of academic classes, experimental training and practice. You will work in a dynamic international environment that will allow you to develop entrepreneurial thinking skills, use the tools of creativity, digital marketing and innovation. This program will provide a ready-to-use draft business plan.
Split is a popular tourist destination with a rich history, culture and gastronomy. Students swim in the turquoise Adriatic Sea, explore the surrounding beaches and mountains, enjoy the rich gastronomic scene, get acquainted with Dalmatia and the Mediterranean during excursions.
Description of Aspira University College
- Established year: 2008
- Location: Split and Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of students:
- Age of students: from 18 years
- Language of instruction: English
- Type of study: private university.
Aspira University College was founded in Split in 2008, is a private non-profit college that organizes and conducts professional research in the field of sports management, computer science, software engineering, international management in the field of hospitality and tourism, hotel and tourism management.
The history of Split dates back 1700 years, then it was chosen by the Roman Emperor Diocletian as the place for the construction of the resort. Diocletian's Palace is under the protection of UNESCO and is a unique example of how the palace became a kind of place of power. The city is located in the warmest part of the Mediterranean, at the foot of the Mariana Forest, around which there are beautiful pebble beaches. It is rich in tourist and gastronomic offers, sports and cultural events.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Accommodation
- Spinut Student Residence, located near the sea, at the foot of the Marjan Forest and a short walk from the old tugboat. The cost is about 130€/month.
- Dujam Hostel is located within walking distance of Aspira Or University College.
- Private Housing – Many options are available through local real estate agencies and websites.
Activities Aspira University College
Aspira University College offers students a variety of extracurricular activities. Their goal is to encourage students to communicate and develop their strengths, improve the quality of life.
- The sports club gives all students and teachers the opportunity to play sports in their free time, unites all students regardless of what kind of curriculum they attend. All members of the club have certain privileges in the use of various sports facilities of the city.
- The Aspira Gastro Club offers interested students the opportunity to receive additional education in the field of gastronomy. The purpose of the club is to give students the opportunity to learn something new and have fun: various lectures and seminars cover topics related to trends in the field of nutrition, the wine industry and many other culinary problems. Lectures are accompanied by examples from practice, chefs and other representatives of the gastroscence try to convey their experience to students. Club members have the opportunity to attend local gastronomic events, explore the international gastronomic scene.
- Aspira PR Club brings together interested students who want to gain knowledge and skills in the field of PR as a modern public relations task. Members of this club have the opportunity to develop their skills, take part in professional lectures and master classes, get acquainted with real examples in practice under the guidance of a coordinator. They will also learn how to coordinate PR activities with the overall marketing strategy, the goals of individual organizations, get acquainted with the rules for writing PR messages and the functioning of the media.
Advantages
- A key feature of Aspira is the dynamic adaptation of programs and content to the current needs of the market.
- The college is certified according to the ISO standard for the quality of teaching, cooperates with numerous organizations, takes into account their recommendations related to the needs of the labor market.
- Modern unique training programs with practical training allow you to establish connections with employers, which ensures future employment, return on investment in your own education and the future.
- 100% of students take practical classes.
- 97% of students started working or continued their studies after graduating from Aspira.
- 51% of graduates receive a higher salary compared to the average according to statistics.
Admission dates and extra charges
Registration fee – 300 euros (non-refundable administrative).
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
For undergraduate students:
- Completed secondary education
- Knowledge of English: TOEFL (minimum score 500) or IELTS (minimum score 5.0).
For applicants to the magistracy:
- Completed undergraduate studies (holders of a bachelor's degree)
- Knowledge of English: TOEFL (minimum score 500) or IELTS (minimum score 5.0).
English level B2 is required. If your previous education was not in English, then any certificate of language proficiency, such as TOEFL, etc., is welcome, but not mandatory. An alternative is to provide a certificate of English proficiency from your home country.
Enrollment procedure:
- The applicant fills out an online application.
- The applicant sends by e-mail the following scanned documents (copy of passport, proof of citizenship, documents on completion of bachelor's / master's degree, proof of English proficiency, resume, motivation letter).
- Applicants undergo an entrance test interview.
- The college sends a letter with a conditional offer.
- The student pays the entrance fee and sends notarized copies of education documents to ASPIRA by mail. ASPIRA coordinates the procedure for the recognition of diplomas.
- Tuition fees: The student pays the full tuition fee for the first year as a deposit.
- The student will receive an official letter of enrolment confirming the visa application.
Scholarships Aspira University College
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the following criteria:
- Demonstrated financial need
- Successful secondary school (completed)
- Additional academic or professional achievements
Candidates should not be employed.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
