Free BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Nuneaton. Classes run at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus, full-time over two years. You'll need four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to get started. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec travel and tourism qualification covers the knowledge and skills behind the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. You'll explore destinations, customer service, marketing, and how travel businesses operate. It opens routes into tourism careers or further study at university.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are 4 GCSE at Grade C/4 or above or a relevant Level 2 qualification
What you will learn
You'll explore how travel and tourism businesses are organised and managed
You'll study popular tourist destinations and what makes them appeal to different visitors
You'll develop customer service skills for travel and hospitality settings
You'll learn how travel products and holidays are marketed and sold
You'll examine the impact of tourism on local communities and environments
You'll investigate how transport, accommodation, and tour operations work together
You'll build research and presentation skills used across the travel industry
How you will learn
The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set examinations. Assignments are set and marked internally, with some units assessed by Pearson Edexcel through timed written exams. You'll complete projects, reports, and presentations throughout the two years. Classes are delivered in the classroom at the Nuneaton Campus.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus 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 UK and overseas resorts
Airline customer service agent: assisting passengers at airports or check-in
Tour operator assistant: helping plan and coordinate package holidays
Hotel front-of-house team member: managing guest arrivals and bookings
Visitor attraction coordinator: working at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites
What you could study next
HND or Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism: a higher-level qualification for those wanting to deepen industry knowledge before entering management roles.
BA (Hons) in Tourism Management or Hospitality: a full university degree for those aiming at graduate-level careers in travel, events, or hospitality.
Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Travel and Tourism (specialist routes): short qualifications focused on areas such as airline operations or cruise tourism.
