Travel and Tourism – Level 2 First Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 (or D) or better

OR

Level 2 Vocational Programme at Merit or above (e.g. BTEC/NVQ/OCR National) PLUS two GCSEs 9-4 (or A*- C)

Course details

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism is ideal for students who want to prepare for a Level 3 course and further improve their GCSE grades. You will be provided with current industry specific information and assisted with progression routes relevant to the travel and tourism industry. Assessment is a blend of coursework and exam components

THE UNITS YOU WILL BE STUDYING:

• The UK Travel and Tourism Sector (External Exam)
• UK Travel and Tourism Destinations (Internal Coursework)
• Delivering the Travel and Tourism Customer Experience (Internal Coursework)
• The Development of Travel and Tourism in the UK (Internal Coursework)
• International Travel and Tourism Destinations (Internal Coursework)
• Factors Affecting Worldwide Travel and Tourism (Internal Coursework)
• Travel and Tourism Business Environments (External Exam)
• Marketing in Travel and Tourism (Internal Coursework)
• Airports and Airlines(Internal Coursework)
• Travel and Tourism Employment Opportunities (Internal Coursework)
• Organising a Travel and tourism Study Visit (Internal Coursework)
• Holiday Representatives (Internal Coursework)
• The Travel and Tourism Customer Experience (Internal Coursework)

I am always provided with information to help me to improve

-BTEC Level 2 Travel and Tourism student

Skills

You will develop personal, learning and thinking skills. You will learn to work both independently and as part of a team through group work activities, role-plays and presentations. You will improve communication skills and research skills.

Careers/Destinations

Students typically progress to advanced level courses at Loreto, university and then on
to careers in the travel and tourism industry. Some students decide to progress directly to employment. Possible careers include airline cabin crew, overseas representative, cruise ship, hotel industry, tour operator and travel agent.