BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism
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Description
This course is equivalent to three A Levels. It can lead onto university level study or a career within the travel and tourism sector.
Description
This is a Level 3 course for those who want to develop a career within travel and tourism. This course is equivalent to three A Levels.The course focuses on UK, European and long haul destinations, handling air passengers and working as a holiday representative.
Functional Skills are a mandatory part of the course and you will be required to study either Maths, English or ICT which will be determined by your previous achievements in these subjects. These skills are designed to enhance your employment opportunities.
How long is the course?
Two yea…Frequently asked questions
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This course is equivalent to three A Levels. It can lead onto university level study or a career within the travel and tourism sector.
Description
This is a Level 3 course for those who want to develop a career within travel and tourism. This course is equivalent to three A Levels.The course focuses on UK, European and long haul destinations, handling air passengers and working as a holiday representative.
Functional Skills are a mandatory part of the course and you will be required to study either Maths, English or ICT which will be determined by your previous achievements in these subjects. These skills are designed to enhance your employment opportunities.
How long is the course?
Two yearsHow will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through the following methods:Case studies
Assignments
Presentations
Role play situations
What will I study?
You will study a range of specialist units that include:Passenger handling
Holiday representatives
UK travel and tourism sector
The European destinations
Long haul travel destinations
Retail travel
The cruise sector
Working as a children's representative
Conferences, exhibitions and events
Marketing
Preparing for employment
Entertainment for holiday makers
The course includes both a UK and overseas residential visit.
What does the course lead to?
This qualification can open the door to roles within the travel and tourism sector.What can I go on to study?
Upon successful completion you can progress to university level courses in a related subject area.Entry requirements
A related Level 2 qualification at distinction level; this could be a BTEC First Diploma or at least five GCSEs at grades A-C - must include English or Maths.What can I do next?
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