BTEC Level 3 Diploma 90 in Travel and Tourism

General information

This course offers the unique opportunity to gain the National Diploma 90 in Travel and Tourism. The Diploma 90 is the most comprehensive course offered in this field and looks at every area of this vast and exciting industry, therefore students will gain an insight into a wide range of job roles and gain the necessary skills and knowledge in order to understand how the industry operates.

Course content

The course includes:

• The business of Travel and Tourism
• The UK as a destination
• Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
• Marketing Travel and Tourism products and services
• European destinations
• Long-haul travel destinations
• UK visitor attractions
• Hospitality operations in Travel and Tourism
• Specialist tourism

Teaching and assessment

This course is assessed through continual internal assessments throughout the year and a number of assignments both written and practical. Teaching is through a series of lectures, group discussions and investigations, presentations from outside organisations, hands-on experience with different organisations and practical activities including team building exercises. Students are given plenty of help and direction from staff and are encouraged to undertake their own research and additional reading.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade C or above normally including English language or an appropriate Level 2 course - minimum of merit grade, with English at grade C or above or an equivalent English qualification. Compulsory attendance at a college interview and presentation with assessment in English and maths.

Additional course costs

There will be a cost for external trips and visits which are to be paid for at the start of the year.

Progression

There is a second year which students can progress onto to gain an Extended Diploma. To progress, students must achieve a merit grade and have good attendance and behaviour. Following the completion of the second year students can go on to university or work.