Travel and Tourism (BTEC First)

Travel and Tourism (BTEC First)
Level: Intermediate Level 2

Awarding Body: EDEXCEL

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 six units.

There are 3 core units:
- Unit 1: The UK Travel and Tourism Industry
- Unit 2: Exploring Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
- Unit 3: UK Travel and Tourism Destinations

There are 3 specialist units:
- Unit 4: European Holiday Destinations
- Unit 5: Exploring Marketing in Travel and Tourism
- Unit 8: Planning Visits for Travel and Tourism

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 around developing the students research and work skills to a level expected by industry.

Key Skills:
Throughout the six units of study on the course students will be given the opportunity to develop key skills 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 six 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 dependent 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 from the industry. Students will be expected to contribute towards travelling expenses.

Progression:
Many intermediate students continue their education at St. Charles by going on to the Advanced Travel and Tourism course. To progress within the college students will need to achieve at least a merit grade at intermediate. Others choose to move into employment or apprenticeships within leisure and tourism organisations and develop their skills through internal training e.g. ABTAC courses for travel agency work.