Is this course for me?
This course will appeal to you if you have an interest in working in the Travel industry in a number of different areas including Cabin Crew, Overseas Rep and as a Tour Operator. It is a 2 year course and carries the equivalent UCAS points of an A level.
This is an applied Level 3 course which will provide a strong academic background whilst allowing you to develop skills that will prepare you for both the world of work, and the demands of Higher Education courses.
What qualifications do I need?
You will need the general college requirements of 4 grade 4s or equivalent GCSE qualifications.
What does the course involve?
The course is broken into 4 units of work across the two years of study.
Units:
- The World of Travel & Tourism
- Global Destinations
- Principle of Marketing in Travel & Tourism
- Visitor Attractions
How will my work be assessed?There will be some examination elements to the assessment of this course. Students will also be assessed through the following:
- Practical reports
- Portfolio of work
- Presentations
There will be several opportunities for organised college trips as part of the course to destinations such as the Eden Project, Plymouth and London.
What can I do afterwards?
The practical nature of this course allows you to pursue a career in the Travel and Tourism or customer based industries. The course is also excellent preparation for one of the many Higher Education courses available in this subject. Students who study Travel and Tourism go on to work in many areas including Travel and Tourism management, retail, tour operations and the transport industries.
