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Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Swindon

CostFREE
Duration22 months
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 Swindon. Classes run full-time at Great Western Academy, five days a week during the day. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification is equivalent to one A Level and typically takes 22 months to complete. You'll study the travel and tourism industry, types of destinations, and marketing principles. You'll also choose an optional unit, such as Visitor Attractions. You'll need GCSE English at grade 4 or above to join.

Who this course is for

This qualification is equivalent to one A-Level. This qualification includes three mandatory units covering the following content areas:

  • The travel and tourism industry
  • Different types of destinations and their importance
  • Principles of marketing in travel and tourism

Students then select one of two optional modules:

  • Visitor Attractions - investigate the nature and role of both built and natural visitor attractions, their commercial success, appeal, response to diverse visitor needs and the importance of delivering a memorable

visitor experience.

  • Events, Conferences and Exhibitions - develop knowledge and skills in resource and financial planning as they gain an insight into a wide range of events, conferences and exhibitions that are relevant to the travel and

tourism industry.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Grade 4

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates
  • You'll investigate different types of destinations and why they matter to travellers
  • You'll apply marketing principles to travel and tourism contexts
  • You'll analyse visitor attractions, including their commercial success and appeal to diverse visitors
  • You'll examine how attractions and destinations respond to the needs of different visitor groups

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Great Western Academy. The BTEC format uses coursework and assignments rather than traditional exams. You'll complete three mandatory units and one optional unit, building your knowledge through research, written tasks, and practical activities linked to real travel and tourism contexts.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Great Western 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 rep, supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
  • Tourism officer, promoting destinations for local authorities
  • Visitor attraction assistant, working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
  • Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers through airports
  • Tour operator coordinator, planning and managing travel packages

What you could study next

  • HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism, for a deeper specialist qualification before moving into management roles
  • BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality and Tourism, building on your BTEC at university level
  • Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Travel or Hospitality, combining work and study in a paid role
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