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Free BTEC Level 2 Travel and Tourism Course in Manchester – Harpurhey Campus – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Travel and Tourism Course in Manchester. Classes run at Harpurhey Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers the global travel and tourism industry. You'll explore worldwide destinations, the role of a resort representative, and the events industry. Customer service is a key part of the course too. You can also choose optional units such as planning and running events. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Who this course is for

This course will be running at Harpurhey Campus from September 2022 however if you prefer to study at Wythenshawe Campus this will be running from September 2023.

Through our Level 2 Travel and Tourism qualification you’ll develop your knowledge of the travel and tourism industry and learn about tourism destinations across the world. You’ll explore the role of a resort representative, learn about the events industry and discover the importance of customer service within the travel and tourism industry. You’ll also have the option to choose to study units that interest you such as Worldwide Travel and Tourism Destinations, Planning an Event, Event Review and Evaluation, Customer Service, Travel and Tourism Support Services, and Tourist Information Services. As well as studying travel and tourism in depth, you’ll also have the opportunity to experience the industry by carrying out at least one weeks work experience which may be at a travel agent, hotel, restaurant or tourist office.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of the travel and tourism industry worldwide.
  • You'll explore popular tourism destinations across the globe.
  • You'll learn about the role of a resort representative.
  • You'll study the events industry and how events are planned.
  • You'll understand the importance of customer service in travel and tourism.
  • You'll choose optional units to match your interests, such as worldwide destinations or event planning.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Harpurhey Campus. The BTEC First Diploma is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across your units throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

Harpurhey Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises customers on holidays and travel arrangements.
  • Resort representative, supports holidaymakers at overseas destinations.
  • Events assistant, helps plan and run events for an organisation.
  • Customer service advisor, handles enquiries in a travel or tourism setting.
  • Cabin crew, requires further airline-specific training and selection after this qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Travel and Tourism, the natural next step for deeper study in the sector.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism, a broader qualification that can lead to higher education.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Tourism Management (Level 4 or 5), for those aiming toward management roles in the industry.
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