Admissions Gateway

Begin Your Journey

ISET programmes are delivered through a global network of partner universities. By submitting your profile here, our academic placement team will connect you with the appropriate institution and tier for your career stage.

Application Gateway

Initial Profile

By submitting this profile, you agree to our Admissions Privacy Policy. Your details will be reviewed by the ISET academic placement team to connect you with the appropriate partner university.

The Admissions Process

1. Profile Submission

Complete the gateway form above to log your interest and background in the central ISET registry.

2. Placement Matching

Our academic team reviews your profile and matches you with a partner university in your region offering the appropriate tier (T0-T8), or directs you to our self-paced T9 online courses for immediate access.

3. Formal Application

You will be invited to apply directly to the partner university, undergoing their standard academic vetting and interview process.

4. ISET Induction

Upon university acceptance, you receive your global ISET credentials, granting access to the EventZR platform and ZAR AI Tutor.

Alternative Pathways

Not ready to apply?

If you are still exploring your options, review the full curriculum architecture or browse the scholarships available for the 2027 intake.

Graduate Outcomes

The Triple Outcome

Every ISET programme prepares you for three professional pathways simultaneously. You do not choose a single career track — you graduate equipped for all three.

1. Employment

Secure your first or next professional role in event tourism strategy, destination intelligence, or consulting.

2. Entrepreneurship

Launch your own event business or micro-consultancy using your Portfolio of Production as your market-ready calling card.

3. Freelance Advisory

Offer independent consulting services powered by intelligence tools and a professional credential (CETP or postgraduate qualification).

Admissions Criteria

Entry Requirements by Tier

Requirements vary by programme tier. Partner universities may apply additional criteria.

TierPrerequisites
T0Open access (no prerequisites)
T1Open access · English B2 · 17+
T2Any graduate OR 2+ years experience OR T1 pass + Statement of Purpose · IELTS 5.5
T3Standard undergraduate entry per partner university · IELTS 6.0
T43+ years industry experience · T2 or equivalent · Portfolio review
T5Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience OR T4 (CETP) · IELTS 6.5
T6Bachelor's degree (2:1 or equivalent) + 3 years experience · IELTS 6.5
T7Bachelor's degree + 8–15 years senior experience · Portfolio interview · IELTS 7.0 (C1)
T8By invitation only · C-suite or equivalent seniority
T9Open access · No prerequisites · Self-paced online courses