BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

NVQ

Online

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    NVQ Level 3

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

This is a demanding study programme is designed for students committed to persuing a career in the travel and tourism industry. The programme is well recognised by employers and also provides a route to Higher Education. This is a full time, 180 credit , two year vocational course that encorporates the Subsidiary Diploma (which is a one year option equivalent to an A Level).

This qualification is equivalent to 3 A'levels and is widely recognised by industry and Universities and taught within a grade 1 award winning department.

About this course

Employment within the travel and tourism industry working for a travel agency, tour operator, tourist information centre, airline, cruise line, or in a wide variety of other Tourism fields. Alternatively, you may progress to Higher Education to study for a Foundation Degree, degree or HND.

School Leaver 16year old +
This course provides a number of opportunities to experience the tourism industry at first hand through educational visits, visiting speakers, and the practical experience of our team of lecturers, all of whom have had many years working in various aspects of the Tourism industry.

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and 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.

EDEXCEL BTEC

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Subjects

  • Travel and Tourism
  • Travel Tourism
  • Tourism
  • Industry
  • Tourism Industry
  • Gaining
  • Skills
  • Travel
  • Business
  • Destination
  • Destinations

Course programme

Course Content

This study programme is designed to develop your understanding of the tourism industry together with gaining practical skills and knowledge required to prepare you for a career in the tourism industry or for further study at the university.

The following units are covered on this course:

  • Investigating the Travel and Tourism Sector
  • The Business of Travel and Tourism
  • The UK as a Destination
  • Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
  • Long-haul Travel Destinations
  • Retail Travel Operations
  • Preparing for Employment in Travel and Tourism
  • Working as a Holiday Representative
  • Passenger Transport

The following units are covered in the second year on this course:

  • Marketing Travel and Tourism Products and Services
  • Responsible Tourism
  • Tourism in rural areas
  • Specialist Tourism
  • Entertainment for Holiday Makers
  • Work Experience in the Travel and Tourism Sector
  • Tour Operations
  • Researching current issues in Travel and Tourism - level 4 unit
  • Air Fares and Ticketing

Additional information

Costs 19+ (no concessions) - £1995.00

Course Code - SHL3FN006C

BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Price on request