Full Time BTEC National Certificate in Travel and Tourism (Course Code: 2426)
BTEC
In Croydon
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Croydon
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Duration
2 Years
This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and qualifications required for employment in the Travel and Tourism industry. Following successful completion of this course, students will be able to progress into employment or Higher Education at Croydon Higher Education College or other institutions. In addition to studying Key Skills the subjects covered will include:
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Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements and attended a successful interview with satisfactory references providing information on behaviour, punctuality and attendance:
4 GCSEs at grades A*- C (including Mathematics and English); or
GNVQ Intermediate in Leisure and Tourism; or
BTEC First Diploma in Travel Operations; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FE Level...
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Course programme
MODE OF STUDY FT
FE LEVEL 3
DURATION 2 years
START DATE(S) September 2009
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED Students can expect to be involved in learning activities across most days of the week between 9.00am and 5.00pm
NUMBER OF TEACHING HOURS 16 hours per week
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE For non-UK or EU residents 4,500 per academic year
ADDITIONAL COSTS There will be additional expenses for materials, a uniform and educational visit.
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY Edexcel/London Qualifications and NCFE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements and attended a successful interview with satisfactory references providing information on behaviour, punctuality and attendance:
4 GCSEs at grades A*- C (including Mathematics and English); or
GNVQ Intermediate in Leisure and Tourism; or
BTEC First Diploma in Travel Operations; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FE Level 2 awards.
Applicants will also need to have Adult Literacy/Basic Skills Level 2 and ICT Level 2 or the equivalent.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and qualifications required for employment in the Travel and Tourism industry. Following successful completion of this course, students will be able to progress into employment or Higher Education at Croydon Higher Education College or other institutions.
In addition to studying Key Skills the subjects covered will include:
Investigating Travel and Tourism
The Business of Travel and Tourism
The UK as a Destination
Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
Marketing Travel and Tourism Products and Services
The European Travel Market
Long-Haul Travel Destinations
Tour Operations
Roles and Responsibilities of Holiday Representatatives
Events, Conferences and Exhibitions
Tourism in Rural Areas
Preparing for Employment in the Travel and Tourism Industry
PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
Progression onto Higher or Further Education or work within the Travel and Tourism Industry.
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE Assignments/ Potfolio
READING LISTS Given out at enrolment.
Full Time BTEC National Certificate in Travel and Tourism (Course Code: 2426)