Overview
This vocational course is the equivalent of one full A Level and will prepare you for working in one of the UK's most exciting industries. You will learn about how the travel and tourism industry works and why it is such an important sector in the economy.
What will you learn?
Year One Units
You will study a total of four units over two years. These include:
- The World of Travel and Tourism
- Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism.
Year Two Units
Again you will study a total of two units including:
- Managing the Customer Service Experience in Travel and Tourism.
- Global Destinations
Who is the course aimed at?
- If you would like to work in one of the UK’s most exciting industries.
- If you would enjoy studying a course that helps you develop lots of skills.
- If you enjoy going on visits to see major tourist attractions.
-
Entry Requirements
Five 9 – 4 (A*-C) grades at GCSE or equivalent in at least three or more subjects including a minimum grade 4 in English.
If you are interested in joining the College, we will arrange a meeting with an experienced subject counsellor who will help you to choose courses that best suit your ambitions and achievements.
All entry requirement details are correct at the time of publication; however, the College may need to make some changes in light of student demand, staff availability and external factors beyond the College’s control.
-
Experiences
You will be taught by enthusiastic staff who share your interest in the travel and tourism industry. You will experience a wide variety of learning activities during the course including the chance to take part in several visits to the past local, regional and national travel and tourism venues. In the past students have visited Blackpool, York, London and Scarborough.
There is likely to be the opportunity to visit overseas including Disneyland Paris.
-
Progression
This course will provide opportunities for you to become employed in the travel and tourism industry, but will also prepare you to undertake one of the many travel and tourism-related degrees at university.
-
Outcomes
Students who complete a qualification in Travel and Tourism go on to a wide variety of jobs. These can include: Air Cabin Crew, Holiday Representative, Tourism Officer, Travel Agent or Hotel Manager, to name a few.
Featured Courses
perfect course
