Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time at North Liverpool Academy, five days a week during the day. The course takes two years to complete. You'll study the travel and tourism industry in depth, covering destinations, customer service, marketing, and how tourism businesses operate. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification is well suited to those who have completed GCSEs and want to move into the sector or progress to higher education. Entry requires five GCSEs at grades A* to C, including Maths and English, plus any subject-relevant requirements.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
5 A*-C (inc Maths & English) plus subject relevant requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
You'll study popular travel destinations and what makes them attractive to different types of visitors.
You'll develop customer service skills specific to travel and tourism settings.
You'll learn how tourism businesses plan and deliver products and services.
You'll examine how marketing is used to promote travel and tourism offerings.
You'll investigate the factors that affect travel trends, including technology and sustainability.
You'll build research and analytical skills through assignments and project work.
How you will learn
The BTEC format is largely coursework-based. You'll complete assignments, projects, and case studies throughout the two years. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions at North Liverpool Academy will combine taught input, group work, and independent study. Assessment is ongoing rather than relying on final exams alone.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Liverpool Academy 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
Cabin crew, working for an airline on domestic or international routes
Tour operator assistant, coordinating travel packages and itineraries
Visitor attraction assistant, working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
Hotel front-of-house staff, managing guest check-in and customer experience
Events coordinator, organising travel-related or hospitality events
What you could study next
HND in Travel and Tourism (Level 5) - a natural next step if you want a higher-level qualification before entering the industry or going into management.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality - many universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate for degree entry, opening routes into graduate-level roles.
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Travel and Tourism - a larger qualification if you want to study the subject in greater breadth before progressing.
