Discover Your Career in Travel & Tourism
Qualification: Level 3 BTEC First Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Entry Requirements: 4 GCSEs grade A-C / 9-4 Or Relevant L3 Qualification
Ages: 16-19
Duration: 2 Year
Where: Discovery College Plymouth
Course Fee: Free
A BTEC in Travel and Tourism will advance you your awareness of the latest travel trends, both nationally and internationally, help you gain valuable work experience within the industry, understand the importance of marketing and responsible tourism.
Since 2010, tourism is the UK’s fastest growing sector with 11% of all jobs in Britain expected to be within the industry by 2025. Your Level 3 qualification will make you well placed to gain an entry-level job within the industry or progress to study at University level.
During the course there’s plenty of off-site trips and travel opportunities to get involved in as well as assignment and coursework learning.
What will I study?
► Understanding the Travel and Tourism sector► Marketing within the travel industry
► Managing accomodation experiences
► Different approaches to Travel and Tourism
► Factors affecting the travel industry
► Customer experience and needs
► Economic impact and industries
Career Pathway
The qualification is equivalent to 3 A-Levels with a pathway to studying on a related higher level course. Additionally you will be equiped for an entry-level career in the sector.
Careers you can inspire to with this course include:
► Travel Agent
► Cabin Crew
► Customer Services
► Sales Advisor
► Tour Guide/Coordinator
► Hospitality Worker
► Hotel Manager
► Outdoor activity coordinator
► Train or Bus driver
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