Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Lewes – East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus

Cost£811.00 Please contact us for more details
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Lewes. Classes run at East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus, full-time over two years.

The course sits alongside two A Levels as part of a mixed programme. You'll study UK and global tourism destinations, customer service, and statistical data analysis. Towards the end, you'll develop a business plan for a new the course enterprise, including a marketing strategy and a pitch. You can also take an optional business travel qualification as part of the programme. You'll need a GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths to apply.

You'll finish with an NCFE Introductory Certificate in Travel and Tourism at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course forms part of a combined A level and vocational mixed programme and can be completed alongside 2 A levels, this course is the equivalent of 1 A Level and is completed over 2 years.

Entry requirements

A GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll examine and analyse statistical data related to tourism.
  • You'll measure the importance of tourism to the UK economy.
  • You'll investigate the features and appeal of global destinations.
  • You'll explore different types of destinations and what makes them attractive.
  • You'll develop customer service skills for internal and external customers.
  • You'll learn how to manage customer experiences to support business success.
  • You'll create a business plan, marketing strategy, and pitch for a new travel and tourism enterprise.
  • You'll have the option to study an additional business travel qualification.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, combining taught content with practical customer service activities. Assessment includes an end-of-course assignment in which you identify a gap in the market, develop a business plan, create a marketing strategy, and deliver a pitch. The course is delivered full-time during the day over two years.

What you will need to bring

East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises customers on holidays and travel arrangements.
  • Business travel coordinator, manages travel bookings for corporate clients.
  • Tour operator assistant, supports the planning and sale of package holidays.
  • Customer service advisor, handles enquiries and complaints in a travel or tourism setting.
  • Holiday rep, supports customers at UK or overseas destinations.
  • Reservations agent, processes bookings for airlines, hotels, or travel agencies.

What you could study next

  • A Level programme, if you want to combine this course with further academic study at the same college.
  • HNC or HND in Travel and Tourism (Level 4 or Level 5), a natural next step into higher-level study of the sector.
  • A degree in Tourism Management (Level 6), for those aiming at management roles in travel or hospitality.
  • IATA qualifications, specialist certifications valued by airlines and travel agencies.

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