Travel & Tourism - Level 3

The course is designed as a 2 year full time qualification and is suitable for learners who have a keen interest in all aspects of travel and tourism and:
• enjoy practical situations
• want to find out more about the subject through personal investigation
• are interested in developing an understanding of travel organisations, the markets they serve and how to deal with customers effectively
• want to study a course that is active and enjoyable
• wish to move on to a related career or Higher Education course.

During the course you will study a variety of units these could include:
The World of Travel and Tourism
Global Destinations
Managing the Customer Experience in Travel and Tourism
Travel and Tourism Enterprises
Events, Conferences and Exhibitions
Work Experience in Travel and Tourism
*Please note – units are subject to change*

Assessment is varied on the course, some units are assessed externally whilst others are assessed internally via coursework.

Alongside your main programme of study, you will also gain a qualifications in:
• Introduction to Air Cabin Crew

Those learners 19+ at the time of starting additional courses a registration fee will be charged. Completion of these qualifications will increase your chances of being offered an interview with employers in the industry. During your time on the course you will have the chance to attend extra residential activities.

You will need one of the following qualifications

- Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 (A* - C), including English or Maths, OR
- A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel & Tourism/NVQ2 Intermediate with portfolio of evidence and GCSE English or Maths (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above.

You should have a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in travel and tourism, a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate your ideas effectively. All applicants are subject to interview. In addition to the entry qualifications listed, the offer of a place on the course is subject to the outcomes of initial assessment, which will be taken at the College as part of the admissions process. Please note that entry criteria may vary quite significantly between courses at the same level. This is to take account of the specific skills needed for success on particular courses, the length of the course and the requirements for progression to the next level. Entry criteria are given as a guide, and the exact requirements in order to obtain a place on a particular course will be confirmed following attendance at a Welcome Event/Interview.

The qualification accumulates UCAS points and would support learners wishing to progress into higher education and onto a variety of courses e.g. undergraduate, Higher National Certificate and Higher Apprenticeship.
A range of career opportunities would also be appropriate from events management, air cabin crew, and tour operations to working within the hotel industry, transport providers and promotion of destinations and attractions.