Travel & Tourism Diploma – Level 3

This qualification will enable you to develop the high level work and life skills which are essential for working within such a fast paced and expanding industry. Concentrating on customer service, management and people skills, this Level 3 diploma will see you fly high over the competition, putting you in an excellent position to secure a role travelling the world.

In addition to the course criteria, you will also have the opportunity to complete a variety of industry specific qualifications, including Cabin Crew and Resort Representatives.

• What will be studied

  This two year course will see you cover a vast amount of content, including:-

  • Investigating Travel and Tourism
  • UK and European long-haul destinations
  • Advanced customer service
  • The key elements of marketing
  • Events, conferences and exhibitions
  • Retail travel operations
  • Long-haul travel
  • Manging visitor attractions
  • Tour operation management
  • Partake in a residential
• What are the entry requirements?

  In order to be considered for this rewarding course, you will be required to:

  • Have 4 GCSE grades at 4 or above, including English and maths
  • Have excellent people skills
  • Have a passion for travel and exploring new places
  • Be able to proactively work within a team and independently
  • Have a strong work ethic

  You will be required to attend an interview to ascertain your suitability for the course.

• Where does this course lead to?

  On successful completion of this qualification you will be able embark on an exciting variety of routes; you will be able to advance to university to continue your study at HND level, gain an apprenticeship or,

  alternatively, you will be able seek employment as

  • Cabin crew
  • Resort rep
  • Travel consultant
  • Work on a cruise ship
  • Hotel work
  • Within the conference and Event industry

  Our lecturers will be on hand to guide and assist you, making sure you have a solid plan in place once you leave Kidderminster College

• What qualifications will be gained?

  Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism

• How will this course be delivered?

  This practical based course will be delivered through:-

  • Presentations
  • Task-based exercises
  • Practical demonstrations
  • 1:1 support
  • Tutorials and lectures

  This course will be delivered over four days at the Main Campus and will require an additional one day self-study.

  You will also utilise our onsite state of the art flight cabin simulator.

  Classes generally run between 9am-5pm but may vary.

  Timetables will be given to all students during enrolment and induction week.

  Alongside this course there will be several day trips and a residential trip.

  You will also be required to complete a work placement which the college will organise on your behalf.

• How will I be assessed?

  You will complete a range of tasks including

  • Essays
  • Individual research
  • Group presentations
  • On-line multiple choice exams
  • Display boards
  • Role-plays
  • Case studies
• How to get a place?
  Fill out our quick and easy application form HERE 
• Other Information:

  Students aged 19+ will be subject to fees. Student finance offers help with Advanced Learner Loans and support to students, please contact Student Services on 01562 512003 or email studentservices@kidderminster.ac.uk for more information and advice.

  As part of this two year qualification, there will be several day trips and a residential

  Whilst on this course we would expect you to bring equipment to classes to assist with completing lesson takes, such as:-

  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Memory stick
  • Notepad
• Exam Board:
  Edexcel & Pearson
• WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

  On successful completion of this qualification you will be able embark on an exciting variety of routes; you will be able to advance to university to continue your study at HND level, gain an apprenticeship or,

  alternatively, you will be able seek employment as

  • Cabin crew
  • Resort rep
  • Travel consultant
  • Work on a cruise ship
  • Hotel work
  • Within the conference and Event industry

  Our lecturers will be on hand to guide and assist you, making sure you have a solid plan in place once you leave Kidderminster College

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