Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Croydon. Classes run at Shirley High School Performing Arts College, full-time over two years. You'll need four or five GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above to join. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism gives you a broad introduction to the travel and tourism industry. It's designed to sit alongside other BTEC Nationals or A Levels as part of a wider programme of study, supporting progression to higher education.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed to support learners who are interested in learning
about the travel and tourism industry alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in travel and tourism-related subjects. The qualification is designed to be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. 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
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure and scale of the global travel and tourism industry.
You'll study how travel and tourism businesses operate and serve customers.
You'll examine key destinations and the factors that make them attractive to visitors.
You'll investigate how the industry responds to trends, technology, and changing customer needs.
You'll develop research and analytical skills relevant to further study in travel, tourism, and related subjects.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, combining taught sessions with independent research and project work. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 3 National is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and at least one externally assessed unit. Internal assignments are set and marked by your centre. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting the external assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shirley High School Performing Arts College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent: advising customers on holidays and bookings
Tour operator assistant: supporting package holiday planning and logistics
Airport customer service agent: helping passengers at check-in and gates
Hotel receptionist: front-of-house role in hospitality and accommodation
Visitor attraction assistant: working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
Tourism marketing assistant: promoting destinations and travel products
What you could study next
HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism: a natural next step if you want to specialise further before entering the industry.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality: a full undergraduate degree at a UK university, which this BTEC National Extended Certificate is designed to support entry to.
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism: broader qualifications if you want to deepen your study before applying to university.
