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Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Canterbury

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Canterbury. Classes run at Canterbury College, full-time during the day. The course is free if you are under 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. Over 44 weeks, you'll study global destinations, sustainable tourism, customer experience, and how travel businesses operate internationally. Units cover working overseas, travel trends, the UK as a destination, and the airport experience. You'll also take part in employer engagement days with industry professionals. This level 3 travel and tourism qualification is awarded by NCFE.

Who this course is for

Picture yourself soaring through the skies as part of an air cabin crew, jetting off to exciting destinations as a holiday rep, or gaining unforgettable travel experiences as an expert in a travel agency. A Travel and Tourism course is your passport to success, with your dream career as your next destination.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how global destinations attract and manage visitors.
  • You'll study how tourism businesses operate within international markets.
  • You'll develop skills in managing customer experience across the travel sector.
  • You'll examine sustainable tourism practices and their impact on the industry.
  • You'll learn about working overseas, including roles such as holiday rep and cabin crew.
  • You'll investigate travel trends and the UK as a tourist destination.
  • You'll gain insight into airport operations and the wider travel experience.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions combining theory with practical activities. Employer engagement days bring industry professionals into your learning, giving you direct insight into workplace expectations and career routes. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed throughout the course. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the units you study.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cabin crew member. Work on short or long-haul flights for an airline.
  • Holiday rep. Support tourists at resorts and overseas destinations.
  • Travel agent. Advise customers and book travel, accommodation, and packages.
  • Tour operator assistant. Help plan and coordinate travel itineraries.
  • Airport customer service agent. Assist passengers at check-in and departure gates.
  • Visitor attraction coordinator. Manage visitor experience at tourist sites.
  • Hotel reservations agent. Handle bookings and guest enquiries for accommodation.

What you could study next

A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism covers the same sector in greater depth and is worth more UCAS points, which can support a university application. You could also move into a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or degree in Tourism Management, Events Management, or Hospitality. Some learners go on to specialist training such as cabin crew courses or IATA travel and tourism qualifications recognised by airlines and travel employers.

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