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Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Sutton Coldfield – Plantsbrook School

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 Sutton Coldfield. Classes run at Plantsbrook School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study the components of the travel and tourism industry, different types of destinations, and how travel and tourism businesses work together as a sector. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification covers both the commercial and economic sides of the industry, giving you a broad foundation for work or further study. This is a free btec travel and tourism course for those who meet the entry requirements.

Who this course is for

If you enjoy researching places to visit, and planning activities to do whilst you are on holiday, you will enjoy travel and tourism. It will also allow you to learn about the industry as a whole, including the types of organisations that we classify as 'travel and tourism businesses' and how they work together to form a sector that is of significant importance to the UK economy.

You will study: *Components of the travel and tourism industry. *Different types of destinations and their importance. *Principles of marketing in travel and tourism. *Visitor attractions.

This course is designed so that you learn all of the above and much more, you will cover all of the different features of the industry over the 2 years of study. On this BTEC course you are required to demonstrate your learning through two portfolios of coursework, one external examination and one externally marked task.

The course is designed so that two units on this course are assessed through portfolios of coursework produced by students. These pieces of work are assessed by your teachers and external markers. Students will be set a task on global destinations which is marked by an external marker. Students will also undertake an examination entitled 'The world of travel and tourism', which is marked externally. Work is graded at a Pass, Merit or Distinction Level.

Entry requirements

See pages 8-10 of prospectus.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the key components of the travel and tourism industry and how they connect.
  • You'll study different types of destinations and what makes them appeal to visitors.
  • You'll learn how travel and tourism businesses operate and how they contribute to the UK economy.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how organisations across the sector work together.
  • You'll research and analyse travel destinations and visitor experiences.
  • You'll understand the factors that influence travel trends and customer choices.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Plantsbrook School. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed components. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some components involve a set task completed under supervised conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Plantsbrook School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel agent: helping customers plan and book holidays
  • Holiday rep: supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
  • Tour operator assistant: coordinating travel packages and itineraries
  • Airport customer service agent: assisting passengers at check-in or gates
  • Visitor attraction assistant: working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
  • Hotel reservations coordinator: managing bookings and guest enquiries
  • Tourism marketing assistant: promoting destinations or travel brands

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: many universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate for degree entry.
  • Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Hospitality or Travel: earn while you learn in a specific sector role.
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