Travel and Tourism BTEC Foundation Diploma level 3

If you are fascinated by tourism and travel, seeing different places and meeting new people, this course is a great insight into the industry. Our lecturers have diverse experience of working within these areas and can offer high levels of expertise and knowledge of the content, as well a preparing you for a range of exciting career options. In addition, this course offers strong links and opportunities with desirable employers such as British Airways, Swissport, Barrhead Travel and Jet2. If you are aged 16 to 18, you will be enrolled on a study programme. This will include retaking GCSEs or undertaking Functional Skills in English and maths if you haven't already achieved a grade 4 or above. You will take part in activities that help you to develop your personal skills, such as building your character and confidence. This will help you to live well and move into your chosen career. If you are 16-19 years old these activities will be timetabled as will work experience and placement. You can also choose to take part in other activities. For other age groups, activities will be tailored to your needs.

The course can be studied over one year as a qualification in its own right. Or you may choose to 'top-up' to the Extended Diploma in year 2. In year 1 you will study the following units which will give you a fantastic introduction to the travel and tourism industry; The World of Travel and Tourism Global Destinations Managing the Customer Experience Travel and Tourism Enterprises You will also study the specialist area of 'Visitor Attractions'; and take part in a work experience unit. The course can be studied over one year as a qualification in its own right. Or you may choose to 'top-up' to the Extended Diploma in year 2. In year 1 you will study the following units which will give you a fantastic introduction to the travel and tourism industry; The World of Travel and Tourism Global Destinations Managing the Customer Experience Travel and Tourism Enterprises You will also study the specialist area of 'Visitor Attractions'; and take part in a work experience unit.

You will be assessed through a combination of assignments, exams, live projects, presentations, and displays.

Entry to this course requires one reference, 95% attendance at your last place of work or study, and 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above. A level 2 diploma in Travel and Tourism is also desirable, but not essential.

Upon completion of this course, you can progress onto the Travel and Tourism Extended Diploma. If you have achieved distinction level and are aged 18+ then you may also be able to apply for the Tourism and Events Management Foundation Degree at Leicester College. Alternatively, you might decide to pursue a career in this industry. We have a very successful progression into employment with former students working for Swissport, Premier Inn and Jet2 Airlines.