This is an exciting course if you are interested in following a career in the fast-developing Travel & Tourism industry. You will be encouraged to develop your independent learning skills whilst studying modules relating to worldwide and UK destinations, promotions and sales, tour guides, and package holidays. You will have the opportunity to take part in a work placement within the travel industry to gain relevant skills and experience. Whatever area of travel or tourism you are interested in, the course can provide a range of transferable skills and knowledge areas. The course is ideal for you to move on to university or to enter the workplace because of the combination of a theoretical background that’s reinforced with practical learning and assessment. The course is available as a one-A-level equivalent. Mandatory Units Unit 1 – World of Travel and Tourism The travel and tourism industry in the UK is growing and is of major importance to the economy. In this unit, you will develop the skills needed to examine, interpret, and analyze a variety of sources that measure the importance of tourism to the UK. There are many influences on the industry and they are changing all the time. Some of them are within the control of travel organizations, while others are beyond their control. You will need to know how organizations react to changes and trends to determine their present and future operating policies. You will gain an understanding of the scope of the industry, its terminology, and its key components. Unit 2 – Global Destination In this unit, you will use a range of resources to investigate the location and features of global destinations and explain the features that give appeal to global destinations and support different types of tourism. You will evaluate how travel plans/routes/itineraries meet customer needs. You will investigate consumer trends and the reasons the popularity of global destinations may change. Optional Units • Events, Conferences and Exhibitions • Visitor Attractions • Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism Students in this course have the opportunity to participate in several trips to tourist attractions and will also visit local tourism businesses. As part of the course, students work as a group to organize an event to develop their teamwork and organization skills. Additional courses in first aid and customer service will enhance the student experience. All students will enjoy a period of work experience within the industry in their second year.
5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including Maths or English. It is strongly recommended that you should have at least a grade 4 in GCSE English.
You will be assessed in a number of ways which provide variety and opportunities for creativity. These include internally assessed coursework and external exam.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Vane Terrace, Darlington, DL3 7AU |
This is an exciting course if you are interested in following a career in the fast-developing Travel & Tourism industry. You will be encouraged to develop your independent learning skills whilst studying modules relating to worldwide and UK destinations, promotions and sales, tour guides, and package holidays. You will have the opportunity to take part in a work placement within the travel industry to gain relevant skills and experience. Whatever area of travel or tourism you are interested in, the course can provide a range of transferable skills and knowledge areas. The course is ideal for you to move on to university or to enter the workplace because of the combination of a theoretical background that’s reinforced with practical learning and assessment. The course is available as a one-A-level equivalent. Mandatory Units Unit 1 – World of Travel and Tourism The travel and tourism industry in the UK is growing and is of major importance to the economy. In this unit, you will develop the skills needed to examine, interpret, and analyze a variety of sources that measure the importance of tourism to the UK. There are many influences on the industry and they are changing all the time. Some of them are within the control of travel organizations, while others are beyond their control. You will need to know how organizations react to changes and trends to determine their present and future operating policies. You will gain an understanding of the scope of the industry, its terminology, and its key components. Unit 2 – Global Destination In this unit, you will use a range of resources to investigate the location and features of global destinations and explain the features that give appeal to global destinations and support different types of tourism. You will evaluate how travel plans/routes/itineraries meet customer needs. You will investigate consumer trends and the reasons the popularity of global destinations may change. Optional Units • Events, Conferences and Exhibitions • Visitor Attractions • Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism Students in this course have the opportunity to participate in several trips to tourist attractions and will also visit local tourism businesses. As part of the course, students work as a group to organize an event to develop their teamwork and organization skills. Additional courses in first aid and customer service will enhance the student experience. All students will enjoy a period of work experience within the industry in their second year.
5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including Maths or English. It is strongly recommended that you should have at least a grade 4 in GCSE English.
You will be assessed in a number of ways which provide variety and opportunities for creativity. These include internally assessed coursework and external exam.