Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Heath Park School, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification is open to post-16 students and covers the knowledge and skills that underpin careers across travel, tourism, and hospitality. You'll study topics such as the global travel industry, customer experience, and destination management. The course is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams.
Who this course is for
Any Post-16 student
What you will learn
You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study how travel businesses manage customer experience and service quality.
You'll learn about popular tourist destinations and the factors that affect visitor demand.
You'll examine how travel and tourism organisations market their products and services.
You'll develop skills in researching and presenting travel-related information.
You'll understand the social, cultural, and environmental impacts of tourism.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions cover theory, case studies, and applied tasks that build your understanding of the travel and tourism sector.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Heath Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel agent, helping customers plan and book holidays
Tour operator assistant, supporting package holiday planning
Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at the airport
Hotel receptionist, managing guest check-in and enquiries
Tourist information officer, advising visitors on local attractions
Events coordinator, organising travel-related events and experiences
Cabin crew member, delivering in-flight customer service
What you could study next
HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism: a higher-level qualification that deepens your industry knowledge and can lead to degree top-up programmes.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality: a full undergraduate degree for roles in management, marketing, or operations within the sector.
Level 3 or Level 4 qualifications in Events Management or Hospitality if you want to specialise in a related area.
