Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Stroud. Classes run at Archway School, full-time over two years. This level 3 btec travel and tourism course gives you a broad introduction to the travel and tourism industry, covering core knowledge and skills that carry across other sectors too. You'll combine practical learning with theory, assessed through a mix of coursework and exams. The course can lead to university, further training, or work in travel and tourism. Entry requires meeting the school's sixth form GCSE or BTEC entry requirements.
Who this course is for
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
Students need to meet the Schools general Sixth Form GCSE/BTEC entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study customer service principles and how they apply in travel and tourism settings.
You'll learn about global destinations, including their appeal and the factors that affect tourism.
You'll develop research and analytical skills through coursework projects.
You'll examine how travel and tourism businesses are managed and marketed.
You'll build transferable skills in communication, planning, and problem-solving.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions combining practical tasks with subject theory. Assessment is mainly through coursework, with an examined element also required. This means you'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside sitting exams. Classes are daytime, full-time at Archway School.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Archway School 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 holiday package coordination
Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at the terminal
Holiday rep, supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
Visitor attraction staff, working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
Hotel front-of-house team member, handling reservations and guest services
What you could study next
A degree in Travel and Tourism Management or Hospitality, recognised by UK universities and a natural next step from this qualification.
A degree in Business Management, which builds on the transferable skills developed in this course.
A higher-level apprenticeship in hospitality or events management, combining work and study.
A CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if you want to move into HR within the travel sector.
