Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Blackpool. Classes run full-time at Blackpool Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day, over two years. This level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in one of the world's largest industries, from customer service and destination geography to tourism planning and marketing. You'll learn alongside teachers with travel industry experience and connect with employers in the sector. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language or Maths.
Who this course is for
What is it? An exciting, interesting and enjoyable course that develops your skills and knowledge to pursue a career in one of the fastest growing global industries. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? Benefit from working with teachers who have travel industry experience as well as a wide range of travel and tourism employers, including partners at the Winter Gardens, Thomas Cook, NST Travel and universities who will all bring your learning to life. Specific course entry requirements: Standard BTEC requirements.
Entry requirements
As BTEC level 3 courses are advanced courses, we require five A*- C passes of 4 (C) grade or above (or equivalent) including English language or maths. Please see our website for any specific course requirements.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study popular destinations and what makes them attractive to different types of traveller.
You'll develop customer service skills relevant to travel and hospitality roles.
You'll learn how tourism is planned, marketed, and sold to customers.
You'll examine the impact of tourism on local communities and the environment.
You'll build research and presentation skills through project-based work.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Classroom-based sessions combine taught lessons with project work, group activities, and input from travel industry employers. Some units are assessed internally through assignments marked by your tutors; others are assessed by Pearson through set tasks or exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel consultant, helping customers plan and book holidays
Holiday rep, supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
Airline customer service agent, working at airports or check-in
Tour operator assistant, coordinating travel packages and itineraries
Hotel front-of-house staff, managing guest arrivals and bookings
Events coordinator, organising conferences, tours, or group travel
Visitor attraction assistant, working at heritage sites or theme parks
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management: a degree that builds directly on this BTEC and opens graduate-level roles in the sector.
HND in Travel and Tourism (Pearson Edexcel): a two-year higher-level qualification if you want to progress without moving straight to a full degree.
Apprenticeship in Travel Consultant or Hospitality Management: earn while you learn in a workplace setting at Level 3 or Level 4.
