Start Date
Wed 2nd September 2026
Attendance
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Location
Bournemouth Campus
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Travel and Tourism Introductory Diploma Level 3
Subject Area
Travel and Tourism
Attendance
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Location
Bournemouth Campus
Course Overview
This course is specifically designed for ages 16-18 only.
This is an ideal choice if you want to develop your understanding of the Tourism industry, together with gaining the practical skills required to prepare you for a career in the Tourism industry. This qualification is equivalent to an A Level and is widely recognised by industry and universities. It is taught within a grade 1, award winning department, and has been developed in consultation with employers in the Travel and Tourism industry so you can be sure of developing relevant skills and knowledge.
Units studied include :
• Overseas resort representative and
resort operations
• Special interest Holidays
• Sales and Promotions
in Travel and Tourism
• Worldwide travel and tourism destinations
Customer
Service
You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs, including English and maths, at Grade 4 or above.
Alternatively, successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in English and maths.
Assessment is through coursework and practicals
You will complete 35 hours work experience whilst on this course.
Progression to employment within the Travel and Tourism industry working for a travel agency, tour operator, tourist information centre, airline, cruise line, visitor attraction, hotel or within business travel or tourist information services. In certain cases students may progress to higher education for a Foundation Degree in Business Studies
Range of jobs include, Travel Agency,Overseas Representative, Tour Guide,Airline/Cruise Industry reservations agent, Hospitaity Industry to include receptionist, Visitor Attraction.
£170
There is a very high level of support for this course. Every student will have regular frequent contact with a personal tutor who will coach you through what is required and explain any difficulties. This course also provides a 1 week work placement opportunity within the local travel and tourism industry.
Awarding Body:
NCFE
Qualification:
Level 3 Diploma
Curriculum Area:
Engineering, Professional and Public Industries - Travel and Tourism