Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Hillingdon. Classes run full-time at Hewens College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study the travel and tourism industry in depth, covering destinations, customer service, and how the sector operates globally. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 4 in both English and Maths. This level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
Pupils age 16 that have completed their GCSEs. Please see our full post 16 course prospectus from our website: https://www.therosedalehewensacademytrust.co.uk/
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study popular tourist destinations and what makes them appeal to different travellers.
You'll develop customer service skills relevant to travel and tourism roles.
You'll learn how travel businesses market and sell their products and services.
You'll examine the factors that affect travel trends, including technology and global events.
You'll investigate responsible tourism and its impact on destinations and communities.
How you will learn
The BTEC format combines coursework assignments with some external assessments. You'll complete assignments throughout the year, building a portfolio of work linked to real industry scenarios. Some units are assessed through written exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are delivered in the classroom at Hewens College, with tutor-led sessions and group work forming the core of your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hewens 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.
Holiday rep: supporting tourists at UK and overseas resorts.
Airline customer service agent: assisting passengers at airports.
Tour operator assistant: planning and coordinating travel packages.
Hotel front-of-house staff: welcoming and supporting guests.
Visitor attraction assistant: working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Travel and Tourism: a larger qualification covering more units, useful if you want to deepen your knowledge before entering work or higher education.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Hospitality or Tourism Management: a Level 4 qualification available at many colleges, a step toward a degree.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality: a full university degree for those aiming for management roles in the industry.
