RECOGNISED UNIVERSITY STATUS

The Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) recognises the value of working closely with universities.

As a consequence, it has established a number of initiatives aimed at valuing excellence and driving up professional standards. Part of its engagement with higher education involves recognising good practice via its ITT Recognition scheme for university tourism departments. Recognition entitles the university concerned to use the designated logo (incorporating the words ‘ITT Recognised University’) on its website and other promotional material in addition to existing membership benefits. In very exceptional circumstances, departments may receive an award of excellence for their engagement with the sector combined with their approach to developing students and staff within their institutions.

Universities applying for ITT Recognition are required to complete a brief application form and to supply any supporting evidence they feel will help the Evaluation Panel. The type of supporting evidence submitted will depend upon the claims made in the form, but will probably include various course documents.