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
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.
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.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Science Park Campus, Kings Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT |
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
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.
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.