Travel and Tourism Diploma

Travel and Tourism Diploma

Qualification: 2 year course

Course type: Level 3 (advanced)

Entry requirements:
One of the following:

• A Foundation Diploma/Higher Diploma in Travel and Tourism
• A BTEC First in a related subject
• At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C, including English Language

Head of Department: Mrs Sally Holden

Course assessment:
The Travel & Tourism Diploma is assessed using a combination of assignments and external tests. You will also complete a work experience placement that will assist you in completing your assignments.

To achieve the full Diploma (equivalent to 3.5 A levels) you need to successfully complete all of the above and also pass the following:

• Functional Skills (in ICT / Maths / English)
• An Extended Project (chosen subject / area to be approved by staff)

What can this course offer me?
The Diploma is designed to prepare learners for further and higher study and employment at higher levels in the travel and tourism environment.

What will I learn?
You will study:

• Planning journeys - look at modes of passenger transport and travel routes to plan a trip
• Destinations - learn about local, national and international visitor destinations
• Customer experience - see how important customer service is to this sector
• Working in travel and tourism - look at all the different careers in the industry
• Products and services - work in a team to create and deliver a new product or service

What Makes a good Travel and Tourism student?

• Someone with a genuine academic interest in this area
• Someone who applies themselves fully and has the discipline to work independently

Which other courses link well with this subject?
The Travel and Tourism Diploma will make up the bulk of your study time at KGV, however there may be opportunities to study for an AS level alongside the Diploma.

Future Opportunities
Successful completion of the Diploma can lead to:

• Employment
• Higher Education