Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Oxted. Classes run at Oxted School, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification is equivalent to one A-level and gives you a broad grounding in the travel and tourism sector. You'll work through realistic, work-based scenarios and projects that develop both knowledge and practical skills. Entry requires five GCSEs at grades 5 to 9. The course runs over six days of structured study.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism aims to provide a broad educational base for further training, education and employment within the Travel sector. The qualifications will develop learners' abilities through the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme. The vocational context of the qualification provides learners with realistic work-based scenarios and projects. The BTEC National Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A-level.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs 9-5
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 examine global destinations, including their appeal and the factors that affect visitor numbers
You'll develop skills in planning and delivering travel products and services
You'll analyse marketing approaches used across the sector
You'll work through realistic workplace scenarios and project-based tasks
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Oxted School through a mix of taught sessions, project work, and work-based scenarios. Assessment is through Pearson-set assignments and internally assessed units, with some units externally assessed by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for every unit. Your work is assessed against set criteria throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oxted School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel consultant, helping customers plan and book trips
Holiday rep, supporting tourists at UK or overseas resorts
Airport customer service agent, assisting passengers at check-in or gates
Tour operator assistant, coordinating travel packages and itineraries
Cruise line crew member, delivering onboard guest services
Hotel front-of-house staff, managing guest arrivals and enquiries
What you could study next
HND in Travel and Tourism (Level 5) - a higher-level Pearson qualification that goes deeper into management and operations within the sector.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management - a university degree for those wanting to move into management or specialist roles. The BTEC National Extended Certificate is recognised by many universities as equivalent to one A-level for entry purposes.
Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism - if you want a broader qualification covering more units at the same level.
