School of Hospitality and Tourism

Why SAIT?

No matter your program, you’ll gain a competitive advantage with our innovative approach to hands-on learning.

Our instructors are leaders and trailblazers in the industry, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and wealth of experience.

Depending on your path, you’ll apply your knowledge in one of our unique live classrooms, from fine dining at the Highwood Kitchen + Bar to trip-planning at Destinations, North America’s only student-run travel centre. 

Our strong industry partnerships ensure we stay relevant in this dynamic, fast-paced industry.

Together, these elements create an education that will prepare you to work in hospitality and lead in it too.

Culinary programs

For you, food is more than a necessity; it’s a way of life.

You’re all about discovering new flavours and concepts and looking for the next big trend. Whether cooking nutritious and palate-pleasing fare, understanding the science behind baking, or applying your creativity in a fine-dining setting, you see food as connecting people, cultures, and customs.

You thrive in a fast-paced, exciting environment and seek to challenge yourself wherever you can.

At SAIT, you can apply your talent in many of our live classrooms and venues. Plus, you’ll gain practical knowledge of culinary management, opening doors to careers both in and out of the kitchen in a dynamic industry that has a global reach. 

Culinary programs

Hospitality and tourism programs

You’re the one your friends call when there’s an event to plan, or maybe you take the lead when organizing a weekend getaway.

For you, there’s nothing better than rolling out the welcome mat, adding those small touches, and providing the experience of a lifetime.

You're business-oriented, and your interpersonal skills are as strong as your organizational ones.

As a SAIT student, you’ll gain valuable practical experience in a hands-on learning environment, allowing you to transform your passions into a rewarding professional career in the hospitality industry that can take you anywhere in the world.

Hospitality and tourism programs