Free Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Lowestoft. Classes run full-time during the day at Lowestoft Campus. This NCFE travel and tourism qualification covers the skills and knowledge needed to work across the travel and tourism industry. The course runs to around 600 hours of study. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. Entry requirements are available on request from Lowestoft Campus.
Who this course is for
Travel Innovations & Skills Level 3 Diploma E&T [Top Up] (FGS00AAAL3 25/26LA) is based in the Travel & Tourism department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen NCFE as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of the global travel and tourism industry and how it operates.
You'll study customer service skills specific to travel and tourism environments.
You'll learn about travel destinations, including geography and key attractions.
You'll explore how travel products and services are planned and sold.
You'll understand the role of technology in booking and managing travel.
You'll examine sustainability and responsible tourism practices.
You'll build awareness of legislation and regulations affecting the travel sector.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Lowestoft Campus, with full-time daytime attendance. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and coursework completed throughout the course. Your progress is assessed on an ongoing basis rather than through a single final exam. The centre will give you full details of assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Travel consultant, helping customers plan and book holidays and trips.
Holiday rep, supporting tourists at UK and overseas destinations.
Airline customer service agent, working at airports or check-in desks.
Tour operator assistant, coordinating travel packages and itineraries.
Cruise line crew member, delivering onboard customer service.
Tourist information officer, advising visitors at local or regional centres.
Hotel reservations agent, managing bookings and guest enquiries.
What you could study next
A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management, for those moving into supervisory or management roles.
A foundation degree or BA in Travel, Tourism, or Events Management, recognised by UK universities as a step into degree-level study.
An apprenticeship in travel or hospitality, combining work and further study with an employer.
