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Welcome to Travel & Tourism! This course is a great stepping stone into a career in the exciting world of travel and tourism, introducing you to a wide range of micro-sectors such as hospitality, events, attractions, while developing your knowledge and the key skills preparing you for further your studies or a future career in this vast industry.

This course is a progression route into a Travel & Tourism course at an advanced level or an entry-level role in the public services industry.

  • Entry Criteria

    To enrol on a Level 1 Diploma, applicants should demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning and a commitment to developing the fundamental skills required for their chosen area of study. Typically, applicants will have:

    • Studied a GCSE programme or be able to demonstrate that they are working at or towards Level 1.

    Applicants without formal qualifications may be invited to complete an initial assessment in English and maths to determine the most suitable level of study.

  • What will I study?

    Core Content

    Within the core content of this course you will develop a general understanding of travel and tourism and study modules in:
    • Being Organised
    • Developing a Personal Progression Plan
    • Working with Others
    • Researching a Topic

    Specialism Sector Content

    You will have the opportunity to study modules specific to your specialist area, including modules in:
    • Exploring Local Visitor Attractions
    • Exploring Travel & Tourism in the UK
    • Contribute to Running a Hospitality & Tourism Event
    • Delivering Customer Service in Hospitality & Tourism
    • Using Websites to Make Holiday Choices
    • Promoting Hospitality and Tourism Events

    Throughout the course, you will be taught through a combination of classwork, workshops, theory-based assignments and practical assignments. You are encouraged to undertake independent study to consolidate your learning and to broaden your knowledge and understanding of the subject.

  • Future Prospects

    This course will help you progress to a Level 2 qualification in Travel & Tourism.

    Alternatively, with further study, qualifications and training you can start your career in the travel and tourism industry in an entry level role.