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Travel and Tourism
Level: Advanced Level 3
Awarding Body: EDEXCEL
Entry Requirements:
This vocational course is suitable for students who:
a) Have a BTEC First Certificate in a related subject
b) An Intermediate GNCQ in a related subject
c) At least four GCSEs at grades A* - C and are interested in the Travel & Tourism industry
The level 3 BTEC Certificate in Travel and Tourism is designed to be a standard equivalent to two A levels – grades A – E.
Course Content:
Students will develop the knowledge and skills which are considered important by organisations within the industry. You will need to study a total of twelve units.
There are 6 core units:
Unit 1: Investigating Travel and Tourism
Unit 2: The Business of Travel and Tourism
Unit 3: The UK as a Destination
Unit 4: Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
Unit 5: Marketing Travel and Tourism Products and Services
Unit 6: Preparing for Employment in the Travel and Tourism Industry
There are 6 specialist units:
Unit 7: The European Travel Market
Unit 8: Long-haul Travel Destinations
Unit 11: Sustainable Tourism Development
Unit 18: The Appeal and Importance of UK Visitor Attractions
Unit 22: Residential Study Visit
Teaching Learning Methods:
Students on the course can expect to take part in a range of activities including formal lessons, individual research, presentations and visits. The assignments are very much centred on developing the students’ research and work skills to a level expected by the industry.
Key Skills:
Throughout the twelve units of study on the course, students will be given the opportunity to develop Key Skill in the areas of communication, application of number and information technology. These will be delivered in ways which reflect their importance to the industry.
Assessment:
All twelve of the units will be assessed through portfolio evidence; these will be marked by the course assessor and grades confirmed through external moderation. Students can achieve a Pass, Merit or Distinction for the course.
Skills & Commitment:
Progress on the course is dependant on excellent attendance and organisation. Students are expected to develop responsibility for their own learning and time-management so that they can achieve the best possible result.
Cost:
There will be a number of visits to organisations within the industry. Students will be expected to contribute towards travelling expenses.
Progression:
Many students continue their education at university by going on to Travel and Tourism related degree courses. Others choose to move into employment or apprenticeships within Travel and Tourism organisations and develop their skills through internal training e.g. ABTAC courses for travel agency work.
College Contact:
For further information contact Mr A Morgan.
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