Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification covers the forces shaping the industry today, from customer service to global tourism trends. You'll develop transferable skills in dealing with customers across a range of situations. The course includes visits to travel and tourism businesses, and there may be opportunities for residential trips. You'll need at least four or five GCSEs graded 9 to 4, including a grade 4 in English Language.
Who this course is for
This course provides an opportunity to study the exciting and evolving Travel and Tourism industry, which provides a wide and varied range of career options. It will give an insight into the various factors and issues that are currently affecting the industry. You will also learn valuable transferable skills in how to deal with customers in a variety of different situations.
Entry requirements
At least 4-5 GCSEs graded 9-4, including a grade 4 in English Language.
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure and scale of the travel and tourism industry in the UK and globally.
You'll study the key factors and issues currently affecting the industry, including economic, environmental, and social trends.
You'll develop customer service skills for a variety of travel and tourism contexts.
You'll learn how to research and plan travel products and itineraries.
You'll gain insight into how travel and tourism businesses operate day to day.
You'll build transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, and working with customers.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bexhill College, combining taught lessons with assignments and project work. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments rather than exams. Visits to travel and tourism businesses are an essential part of the course, giving you direct exposure to how the industry works. There may also be residential trip opportunities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bexhill College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent: advising customers and booking holidays and flights.
Tour operator assistant: helping plan and sell package holidays.
Airport customer service agent: assisting passengers at check-in or gates.
Holiday rep: supporting tourists at resorts abroad.
Visitor attraction coordinator: working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites.
Hotel front-of-house staff: managing guest experience and bookings.
Cruise line hospitality staff: customer-facing roles on board ships.
What you could study next
HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism: a higher-level qualification for roles in management or specialist areas of the industry.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality: a full degree for those aiming at graduate-level careers in travel, tourism, or events.
Level 3 or 4 qualifications in Events Management or Hospitality: if you want to specialise in a related sector.
