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Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

These courses are ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in the Art & Design field. Kidderminster College vocational art and design programmes are offered across a range of disciplines, including fine art, 3D, graphic design, textiles and photography. The will allow you to explore your creativity, learn new techniques and specialise in an area of your choice.

Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Course Content

To provide learners with the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge required to gain employment within the Travel and Tourism sector. It accredits achievements in a modern, practical way that is relevant in a work context and also provides progression into Higher Education. The course will cover a wide range of areas for example:



  • Investigating Travel and Tourism

  • The Business of Travel and Tourism

  • The UK as a Destination

  • Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

  • Marketing Travel and Tourism

  • Preparing for Employment in Travel and Tourism

  • European and Long Haul Travel Destinations

  • Business Travel Operations

  • Investigating the Cruise Sector

  • Responsible Tourism

  • Tourism in rural areas

  • Passenger Transport for Travel and Tourism

  • Entertainment for Holidaymakers

  • Researching current issues in Travel and Tourism

Jobs and Careers

A wide variety of employment opportunities exist within this expanding industry including Tour Operators, Travel Representatives, Ground or Flight Staff for an Airline or Airport, Local Authority Tourism Departments, Hotels and various other related sectors.

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Course code: FT030
Section: Foundation, Community & Professional Studies.
Progression routes: Will allow progression onto Higher Education courses within Travel & Tourism and related fields.
Duration: Two years full time
Entry requirements: 4 GCSE passes at Grade A-C or equivalent qualifications.
Interview required: Yes
Fee: If you are aged 19+ a fee may be payable - please check with Learner Services.
Additional costs / materials required: Yes for residential visits / trips. Folder, paper and pens.
Tutor contact: Dianne Whitehouse on 01562 820811. dwhitehouse@kidderminster.ac.uk
Qualifications gained: Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism.
Awarding body: Edexcel
Examinations / assessment: All units will be assessed internally and externally moderated.