Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Hitchin. Classes run at Hitchin Girls' School, full-time over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification covers the travel industry, tourism destinations, customer service, and how travel businesses operate. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you. Entry typically requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. Some subjects carry additional entry requirements, detailed in the school prospectus.
Who this course is for
Students entering Year 12
Entry requirements
The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects will have additional entry requirements which are detailed in our prospectus on each school website.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study popular tourism destinations and what makes them attractive to different travellers.
You'll develop customer service skills relevant to travel and hospitality roles.
You'll examine how travel and tourism businesses are managed and marketed.
You'll investigate the factors that affect travel trends, including technology and sustainability.
You'll analyse how travel organisations respond to change and external events.
How you will learn
The BTEC format combines coursework assignments with some external assessment. You'll complete unit assignments throughout the two years, building a portfolio of work. Some units are assessed through written exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are delivered in person during the day at Hitchin Girls' School.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hitchin Girls' School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent, helping customers plan and book holidays
Tour operator assistant, supporting package holiday operations
Airline customer service agent, working at airports or call centres
Hotel receptionist or front-of-house team member
Tourism information officer, promoting local destinations
Events coordinator, organising travel or hospitality events
What you could study next
HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism, for a deeper industry qualification before employment.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management, if you want to study at university level.
Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Hospitality or Events Management, combining work and study.
CIPD qualifications, if you move into HR within a travel or hospitality business.
