66 Excellence in Schools
Saudi Arabia’s classrooms are opening their doors to a new subject that connects learning directly with the Kingdom’s future economy. Beginning this academic year, Tourism and Hospitality is now part of the final year of secondary school, a bold step by the National Curriculum Center (NCC) in partnership with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tourism. TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY ENTERS SAUDI CLASSROOMS FROM GRADE 12
T his reform is more than a subject addition. It is a bridge between classrooms and the thriving world of tourism and hospitality, aligning directly with Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s goal of attracting 150 million visitors by 2030. A Curriculum with Purpose The new subject equips students with both theoretical and practical knowledge. Lessons cover fundamentals of hospitality management, customer service, and tourism marketing, alongside sustainable practices and entrepreneurship. Students will also explore the Kingdom’s natural, cultural, and heritage assets, learning how to present them as treasures for visitors from around the world. “This programme will give students the knowledge and skills they need to support the growth of tourism in Saudi Arabia and help achieve the goals of Vision 2030,” the NCC stated. The course is designed in a self-learning format, encouraging independent thinking while providing applied skills that connect directly to real-world industries.
Curriculum Highlights Hospitality Fundamentals: Hotels, restaurants, and guest services Cultural Tourism: Exploring Saudi Arabia’s cultural, heritage, and natural assets Customer Service Skills: Communication, etiquette, and problem-solving Tourism and the Economy: Industry growth in the sector aligned with Saudi’s Vision 2030 alignment Practical Learning: Project-based learning in tourism with field trips, workshops and industry projects From the Classroom to the Industry This subject goes beyond textbooks. Students will take part in field trips, industry workshops, and applied
projects, giving them a first- hand look at the tourism and hospitality sector. Such exposure ensures graduates are not only academically prepared but also workplace ready.
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