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Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Sutton Coldfield

CostFREE
Duration42 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 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 Sutton Coldfield. Classes run at Sutton Coldfield College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC travel and tourism qualification takes 42 weeks. You'll study how the travel and tourism industry works, including customer service, destinations, tour operations, and how different sectors connect. The course is delivered by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, plus a positive reference showing good attendance.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Who this course is for

This two-year course gives you a broad understanding of the travel and tourism industry and the practical skills needed to succeed in a customer-focused career. You�ll explore how different parts of the industry work together and gain the confidence to progress into employment or higher education.

Entry requirements

You�ll need four GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths. A positive reference showing good attendance and punctuality is also required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the travel and tourism industry is structured and how its sectors work together.
  • You'll develop customer service skills suited to a travel and tourism environment.
  • You'll learn about popular destinations and how to advise customers on travel options.
  • You'll study tour operations, including how packages are planned and sold.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how travel businesses are managed and marketed.
  • You'll build the skills needed to progress into employment or higher education in the sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Sutton Coldfield College. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, projects, and coursework. The BTEC format means most of your work is assessed through practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Coldfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises customers on holidays, flights, and travel packages.
  • Holiday rep, supports tourists at resorts on behalf of a tour operator.
  • Airline customer service agent, assists passengers at check-in and in the terminal.
  • Tour operator assistant, helps plan and coordinate travel packages.
  • Cruise line hospitality staff, delivers customer service on board a cruise ship.
  • Travel agency manager, oversees day-to-day operations of a travel branch.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Tourism Management, a university degree for those wanting to move into management or specialist roles in the sector.
  • HND in Travel and Tourism, a higher-level vocational qualification recognised by employers and universities.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate in Travel and Tourism, a step up that deepens your industry knowledge and can lead to degree-level study.
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