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Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Loughborough

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Loughborough. Classes run at Main Campus, full-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE English Language or GCSE Mathematics. The course runs for one year and covers the UK travel and tourism industry, customer service, and career preparation. You'll also complete a work experience placement and gain an NCFE Level 2 Introduction to Cabin Crew qualification as part of your timetable.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Travel and Tourism is a course designed to teach you the practical skills and knowledge you will need for an exciting career in the travel and tourism industry.This course is the perfect choice whether you are looking to immediately seek employment in theindustry, or wanting to progress on to further study or Higher Education.

On this course you will develop an indepth knowledge and understanding of the travel and tourism industry as a whole, while also learning a range of transferrable industry-skills that will help you in whichever career path you choose to take. Through a combination of mandatory and optional modules, you will be able to develop a broad range of skills to support your career aspirations.

Entry requirements

At least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 and above, one of which must include GCSE English Language or GCSE Mathematics

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of how the UK travel and tourism industry works.
  • You'll study customer service skills specific to travel and tourism roles.
  • You'll prepare for employment with career-readiness and professional skills training.
  • You'll explore UK tour operators and the conference and events industry.
  • You'll learn storytelling for tourism as an optional area of study.
  • You'll complete a practical work experience placement in the industry.
  • You'll gain an NCFE Level 2 Introduction to Cabin Crew qualification alongside your main studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of mandatory and optional units studied in the classroom. Assessment is through coursework and unit-based tasks across the year. You'll also take part in a work experience placement, talks from travel industry professionals, and visits to tourism destinations and organisations. Cabin Crew training is taught by industry experts and runs as half a day per week within your timetable.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel agent: advising customers on holidays and travel bookings.
  • Cabin crew member: working on commercial flights for an airline.
  • Holiday rep: supporting tourists at UK and overseas destinations.
  • Tour operator assistant: helping plan and coordinate travel packages.
  • Conference and events coordinator: organising business and leisure events.
  • Customer service advisor: working in travel, hospitality, or tourism settings.
  • Tourism officer: promoting destinations for local authorities or organisations.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism: the natural next step after this Certificate, broadening your knowledge and opening more senior roles.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Travel and Tourism Management: college-based higher education for those wanting to move into management.
  • A university degree in Tourism, Hospitality, or Events Management: for those aiming for graduate-level roles in the industry.
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