Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Chesham. Classes run full-time at Chiltern Hills Academy over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification gives you a broad introduction to one of the UK's largest sectors, covering the industry's scale, customer experience, and how travel and tourism businesses operate. To join, you'll need grade 4 GCSE English and Maths, or a Level 2 Merit in Travel and Tourism if you're progressing from that route. The Course is designed to support progression to higher education and, ultimately, employment in the sector.
Who this course is for
One of the fastest growing industries in the UK, the value of tourism to the UK economy is approximately £209 billion and the sector employs around 4 million people. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism is intended for Post-16 students wanting to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the travel and tourism sector. This qualification gives a broad introduction to the travel and tourism industry, with an emphasis on core knowledge and fundamental skills that are transferable across other sectors.
Entry requirements
If progressing from Level 2 Travel and Tourism students will require a Level 2 Merit. Otherwise, grade 4 GCSE English and Mathematics is required.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates in the UK and globally.
You'll study the factors that drive customer choice and how businesses meet customer needs.
You'll examine the economic and social impact of tourism on destinations and communities.
You'll develop knowledge of travel and tourism products, services, and distribution channels.
You'll investigate how travel and tourism organisations plan and market their offerings.
You'll analyse current trends and challenges facing the sector.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chiltern Hills Academy. The Pearson BTEC format combines internal assessment, such as assignments and projects, with external assessment. Units are assessed through coursework tasks set and marked by the centre, alongside externally set and marked assessments. This mix of methods is built into the BTEC National structure.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chiltern Hills Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent, helping customers plan and book trips
Tour operator assistant, supporting package holiday planning
Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at the airport
Hotel front-of-house staff, managing guest arrivals and enquiries
Tourism marketing assistant, promoting destinations and travel products
Visitor attraction coordinator, organising events and visitor experiences
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Tourism Management or Hospitality Management at university, building on the applied learning foundation this BTEC provides.
HND in Travel and Tourism (Level 5), a work-focused higher qualification if you prefer a shorter route than a full degree.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Hospitality Management (Level 4), a stepping stone into management roles in the sector.
