Tourism Management

Vocational qualification

In Paignton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Paignton

The course focuses on the management and practical application of skills required by the tourism sector while also undertaking core business related units which will be invaluable in any field of management. The course has a contemporary feel and many modules relate to current aspects of the industry. Modules include: marketing; finance; transport and tour operations; world-wide travel.

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Location

Start date

Paignton (Devon)
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South Devon College Vantage Point Long Road, TQ4 7EJ

Start date

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About this course

Related Level 3 qualification with a minimum of 80 UCAS points. Mature students with relevant experience are welcome to apply. International students should have IELTS 6.0 overall. If you are unsure please contact us.

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Subjects

  • Management
  • Tourism

Course programme


Tourism Management

Is this course right for me?

This is a vocationally-based course, which prepares your for a career in the exciting world of travel and tourism.

What will I be learning?

The course focuses on the management and practical application of skills required by the tourism sector while also undertaking core business related units which will be invaluable in any field of management. The course has a contemporary feel and many modules relate to current aspects of the industry. Modules include: marketing; finance; transport and tour operations; world-wide travel; destinations; introduction to events and conferences; event and conference planning; human resource management; tourism planning and management; contemporary issues.

How will I learn?

You will be assessed by a unique combination, specifically formulated for each module. These methods include traditional reports, essays and exams in addition to live case studies, research reports, practicals and workbased assessment. The essence of the assessment for this foundation degree is to ensure appropriateness of learning and realistic practices.
You will be studying in the English Rivera where a strong event and conference industry is established, the course maximises links with industry partners. Each module has its own unique delivery and assessment configuration, which best complements the learning requirements. You will undertake a variety of local, regional and international visits linked to the curriculum. Previous overseas trips have included Venice, Rome, Paris, Reims, Epanay while we also go to London every year to visit various establishments. Guest speakers have included the Tourism Promotions Minister for Malaysia and European Members of Parliament.

What else might I want to know?

All students undertake a work placement in between Years One and Two. This ten week placement is designed to enable students to apply their learning from Year One in a practical context. In the past students have undertaken placements all over the world and this is an excellent opportunity to gain very realistic experience within a chosen industry sector.

What can I do afterwards?

Successfully achieving the foundation degree provides guaranteed progression on to the final year of a related honours degree at the University of Plymouth. Other universities will also accept students on top-ups, usually with higher grades. Whether you proceed to an honours degree or graduate with the foundation degree, you will be eligible for management trainee posts in many hospitality and tourism organisations.

Apply for this course
You must apply through UCAS. You will need the following information: Course Code:N800
Institution Code: S32

Tourism Management

Price on request