City & Guilds Introduction to Travel and Tourism - Level 1

City & Guilds Introduction to Travel and Tourism - Level 1 Overview

This course provides an overview of the travel and tourism industry and gives an introduction to working within the industry. The course consists of core and specialist units and you will have the chance to explore real jobs and careers, and take part in planning and running events.

Maths and English are a mandatory part of the course and you will be required to study either maths or English at a level determined by your previous achievements in these subjects. These skills are designed to enhance your employment opportunities.

Entry requirements

• Four GCSE at grade A-E including English at Grade A-D
• Good organisational ability
• An interest in the travel and tourism industry

You will need to attend an interview with the tutor before being accepted on to the course. You may also need to supply at least one written reference from a teacher or employer (in some cases two) and/or your current school or college report.

Start dates and fees

You will be required to pay for a UK residential visit as part of the course. This course is free to those aged under 19 years.

The table below shows you when the course starts. You may be charged a fee for your course depending on your age and circumstances.

Start DateDurationCodeAnnual Fee (Age)Actions 16-18over 19 Sep 20161 yr(s)2267A1380Free£2000.00*Apply online

*Course fees shown are for guidance only and are the fees charged for courses running this year. Fees for courses starting in September 2016 will be confirmed in spring 2016.

Location

• Derby Road

How will I be assessed?

• External assessments
• Internal assessments including written assignments
• Presentations
• Role play situations

What does the course lead to?

This qualification can lead to job prospects in the travel and tourism sector.

What will I study?

You will study a range of units including:

• Providing information on a tourist destination
• Customer service in travel and tourism
• The role of overseas resort representatives
• Package travel and tourism products and services
• Preparing for employment in travel and tourism

You will also take part in an exciting UK residential.

Study programmes

It is an entry requirement for some courses to have gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths (see entry requirements). If the entry requirements to a course do not require A*-C in these subjects, and you haven’t already gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths before joining us, you will continue to study English and maths as part of your programme and take appropriate qualifications in these subjects with the aim of achieving A* to C grade. In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, every student aged under 19 and studying a full-time course at college will take part in our study programmes alongside their main subject qualification. Find out more.

What can I go on to study?

• City & Guilds Travel and Tourism Professional - Level 2

How do I apply? Apply online