Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to the Travel and Tourism Industry

General information

This course is designed as a stepping stone for school leavers who are interested in exploring the travel and tourism industry. Designed to lead on to further study the course is a good introduction to this industry but will also help learners to develop employment related and personal skills for progression.

Course content

Units:

• The UK travel industry
• The UK tourism Industry
• Customer Service in travel and tourism
• Locational Geography
• Package Travel and Tourism Products and Services
• UK Travel and Tourism Destinations
• Worldwide Travel and Tourism Destinations
• Travel and Tourism Itineraries
• Promotional Materials for Travel and Tourism
• Planning for and taking part in a visit
• Preparing for employment in Travel and Tourism

Teaching and assessment

This course is assessed through continual internal assessment 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. Students are given plenty of help and direction from staff and are encouraged to undertake their own research and additional reading.

Entry requirements

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, to be paid for a the start of the year.

Progression

This course (with a satisfactory attendance and behaviour record) will allow you to progress on to BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Dates and times

This course begins in September. The duration of this course is one year.