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Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Skegness

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 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 Skegness. Classes run full-time at Skegness Academy, over two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 to apply. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification combines knowledge-based study with project work, covering the travel and tourism sector in depth. It's designed to prepare you for higher education or employment in travel and tourism. The course develops both the practical and academic skills employers and universities look for.

Who this course is for

The BTEC National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism is a qualification for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, travel and tourism sector.

The course includes the opportunity to develop knowledge through fundamental and project-based assessments which prepare learners to succeed in employment and higher education. The learning programme covers the following content areas: The world of travel and tourism Global destinations Principles of marketing in travel and tourism Visitor attractions

Entry requirements

5 GCSE - Grades 9 to 4

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
  • You'll study the factors that influence travel trends and customer behaviour.
  • You'll develop knowledge of travel and tourism destinations, products, and services.
  • You'll learn how businesses in the sector plan and deliver customer experiences.
  • You'll complete project-based assessments that reflect real work in the industry.
  • You'll build skills in research, analysis, and presenting findings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and project-based assignments. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed coursework and externally set examinations, as required by the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National specification. Your coursework is assessed by your teachers and moderated externally. Some units are assessed through timed written tasks set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Skegness Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant: advising customers on holidays and travel arrangements
  • Holiday representative: supporting tourists at resorts and destinations
  • Airport customer service agent: assisting passengers through the travel process
  • Tour operator assistant: helping plan and coordinate travel packages
  • Visitor attraction coordinator: managing visitor experience at tourism venues
  • Hotel front-of-house team member: welcoming and supporting hotel guests

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality and Tourism: a degree for those aiming for management roles in the sector.
  • HND in Travel and Tourism: a two-year higher education qualification, often a stepping stone to a full degree.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management: combines work and study at degree level with an employer in the sector.
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