Free Level 2 Travel and Tourism Course in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College, full-time during the day. This is a one-year course covering the core knowledge and skills behind the travel and tourism industry. You'll explore destinations, customer service, and how travel businesses operate. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds. Check the college website for full entry requirements.
Who this course is for
1618
Entry requirements
See Website
What you will learn
You'll explore popular travel destinations and what makes them attractive to visitors.
You'll learn how travel and tourism businesses are organised and how they work.
You'll develop customer service skills used in travel and hospitality roles.
You'll study how holidays and travel products are sold and marketed.
You'll learn about the factors that affect travel, including health, safety, and sustainability.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of people working in the industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Itchen College, combining tutor-led lessons with assignments and projects. Assessment is through coursework and written tasks completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will give feedback on your work as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Itchen College 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
Airline customer service agent: assisting passengers at airports
Tour operator assistant: supporting the planning and sale of travel packages
Hotel receptionist: front-of-house role in hospitality and accommodation
Visitor attraction assistant: working at tourist sites, museums, or theme parks
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism: a natural next step that opens doors to supervisory and specialist roles in the industry.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism: a broader qualification that can support entry to higher education or management-level roles.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Hospitality or Tourism Management: for those looking to move into higher education after completing Level 3 study.
