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Course Overview

Please Note: The deadline for the academic year of 2024/25 has passed. The next intake of students will be in September 2025.

 

This is an ideal choice if you want to develop your understanding of the tourism industry, together with gaining the practical skills required to prepare you for a career in the tourism industry. This qualification is equivalent to an A Level and is widely recognised by industry and universities. It is taught within a grade 1, award winning department, and  has been developed in consultation with employers in the travel and tourism industry so you can be sure of developing relevant skills and knowledge.

 

Units studied include :

• Work Experience
• Overseas resort representative and resort operations
•  Special interest Holidays
• Sales and Promotions in Travel and Tourism
• Worldwide travel and tourism destinations

GCSE English or maths will also be studied - only one GCSE

 

 

 

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and/or  maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C). Alternatively successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and maths.

Assessment is through coursework and on-line tests.

You will complete 2 weeks work experience whilst on this course.

Progression at The College on to the Airport Check-in and Ground Crew (airport operations qualification), Cabin Crew programme or to employment within the travel and tourism industry working for a travel agency, tour operator, tourist information centre, airline, cruise line, visitor attraction, hotel or within business travel or tourist information services. In certain cases students may progress to higher education for a Foundation Degree in Business Studies offered by the College.

Range of jobs include, Travel Agency,Overseas Representative, Tour Guide,Airline/Cruise Industry reservations agent, Hospitaity Industry to include receptionist, Visitor Attraction.  

fees for 16-18 yr olds include £140 for educational visits and an atlas.

There is a very high level of support for this course. Every student will have regular frequent contact with a personal tutor who will coach you through what is required and explain any difficulties. This course also provides a 1 week work placement opportunity within the local travel and tourism industry.

Awarding Body:
City & Guilds

Curriculum Area:
Business, Service Industries and ESOL - Travel and Tourism

Course Options

Start Date

Wed 3rd September 2025

Attendance

Full-time

Duration

1 Years

Location

Bournemouth Campus

*Advanced learner loan available

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