Travel and Tourism (BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma)

This qualification is a specialist work-related programme that prepares individuals for employment within the travel and tourism Industry. Students are given the opportunity to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the travel and tourism sector.

Course content

This is a practically based course where skills and knowledge are developed through a portfolio of case studies, reports, projects and work related scenarios.

• Investigating the travel and Tourism Sector
• The Business of travel and tourism
• The UK as a destination
• Customer service in travel and tourism
• Marketing travel and tourism products and services
• Preparing for employment in travel and tourism
• European destinations
• Long-haul travel destinations
• Retail travel operations
• Investigating the cruise industry
• Responsible tourism
• Working as a holiday representative
• Events, conferences and exhibitions
• UK visitor attractions
• Hospitality operations in travel and tourism
• Entertainment for holidaymakers
• Work experience in the travel and tourism sector
• Residential study visit in travel and tourism
• Handling air passengers

Entry Requirements

Four GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics or English (or equivalent) are required. A positive school or college reference with good levels of attendance and punctuality will also be required.

Delivery & Assessment methods

This qualification combines practical,

Progression

On completion of the course, students could progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma or move directly into employment within the travel and tourism industry.