Travel& Tourism - BTEC National Certificate

TRAVEL & TOURISM - BTEC National Certificate

Awarding Body: EdExcel

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How long is the course?
2 years, full time.

Cost:
£25 approx.

Is there an interview?
Yes

What can I progress to?
Higher Education - Degree or HND
Employment.

Possible Subject Combinations
NVQ Languages AS/A2 Level Geography

Extra Curricular Activities
All students can add to their main programme of study by taking part in a wide range of clubs, groups, societies and courses. Not only are the activities fun, they also develop skills and provide new and fulfilling experiences, as well as enhancing applications to Higher Education and employment.

What is the course about?
The BTEC National Certificate in Travel & Tourism is made up of 12 units.

Year 1 units include:
·Unit 1: The Travel & Tourism Industry
·Unit 2: The Business of Travel & Tourism
·Unit 4: Tourist Destinations
·Unit 5: Customer Service in Travel & Tourism
·Unit 6: Working the Travel & Tourism Industry

Year 2 units include:
·Unit 7: Retail Travel Operations
·Unit 8: Tour Operations
·Unit 9: Passenger Transport Operations
·Unit 10: Visitor Attractions
·Unit 11: Airfares & Ticketing Level 1
·Unit 12: Handling Air Passengers
In addition, students will study Sabre Computerised Reservation System & Preparation for Air Cabin Crew.

There will be a period of work experience as part of the programme.
IT Skills
IT Plus is an important element of every programme within the Sixth Form College. All Advanced Level students will enter for the appropriate IT Plus qualification.

What are the course outcomes?

How will you be assessed?
The course is assessed by the College through an assignment programme and there are also external tests to assess the knowledge aspect of Mandatory Units.
The assignment programme and College assessment is externally moderated by BTEC.