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Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Maidstone

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Maidstone. Classes run at The Trust Sixth Form At Cornwallis Academy, full-time over two years. You'll study the UK and global travel industry, exploring different types of destinations, their appeal, and how marketing works in travel and tourism. The course covers the industry's role in the UK economy and looks at a wide range of sectors within it. To join, you'll need at least a grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths, plus a Level 2 Merit or above in a relevant BTEC Qualification.

Who this course is for

This course is a 2-year programme designed to give students an overview of the Travel Industry, looking at a variety of different areas which make up the industry as a whole. You will look at the travel and tourism industry in the UK is growing and is of major importance to the economy. Different types of destinations and their importance investigating the features and appeal of global destinations. Principles of marketing in travel and tourism exploring how to develop a successful marketing plan for use by travel and tourism.

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Entry requirements

Minimum grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths plus Level 2 Merit or above in relevant Btec qualification

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the UK travel and tourism industry is structured and why it matters to the economy.
  • You'll investigate global destinations, their features, and what makes them appealing to different travellers.
  • You'll study the principles of marketing and how to develop a marketing plan for travel and tourism businesses.
  • You'll examine different sectors that make up the travel industry, from transport to accommodation and tour operations.
  • You'll develop your understanding of customer needs and how travel businesses meet them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at the sixth form centre. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units, as is standard for Pearson Edexcel BTEC National qualifications at Level 3. Your work will be assessed against set criteria throughout the two years, with some units assessed under timed conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Trust Sixth Form At Cornwallis Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel agent, helping customers plan and book trips
  • Holiday representative, supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
  • Tour operator assistant, putting together travel packages
  • Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at the terminal
  • Cabin crew member, working for an airline on short or long-haul routes
  • Hotel reservations coordinator, managing bookings and guest queries
  • Events coordinator, organising travel-related events and conferences

What you could study next

  • HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism: a natural next step if you want to go deeper into the industry before entering work.
  • BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality and Tourism: a full undergraduate degree for those aiming for management roles in travel, hospitality, or events.
  • Apprenticeship in Travel Consultancy or Hospitality: earn while you learn in a live workplace setting.
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