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Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Nottingham – Nottingham College City Hub

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

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time during the day. Students aged 16 to 18 years old do not pay tuition fees. If you're 19 or over, fees may still apply, though funding may be available.

The course covers destinations, marketing, resort representative roles, the cruise industry, and airport and airline operations. You'll study nine units and take part in work placement of 30 or more hours. Visits to East Midlands Airport and industry guest speakers are part of the course. It typically takes one year to complete.

Entry requires an Introductory Diploma in the course with Aviation Pathway, plus five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. You'll finish with an NCFE Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect if you want to develop your understanding of the principles of working within the tourism and aviation sector and to pursue a career in the travel, tourism and aviation industry.

Entry requirements

You will need to have completed the Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism with Aviation Pathway and have 5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English Language and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key travel and tourism destinations around the world.
  • You'll study marketing principles for the travel and tourism industry.
  • You'll learn about resort representative roles and responsibilities.
  • You'll examine the cruise industry and worldwide passenger airlines.
  • You'll understand airport terminal and commercial airline operations.
  • You'll gain insight into the UK conference and event industry.
  • You'll complete 30 or more hours of industry work placement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Nottingham College City Hub. The course includes visits to East Midlands Airport and talks from industry guest speakers. Work placement forms a key part of your learning. Assessment is through coursework and assignments across your nine chosen units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises clients on holidays and travel arrangements.
  • Cabin crew member, works on passenger flights for an airline.
  • Resort representative, supports holidaymakers at overseas destinations.
  • Airport customer service agent, assists passengers through check-in and departures.
  • Tour operator coordinator, plans and manages travel packages.
  • Events coordinator, organises conferences and tourism events.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Tourism Management or Hospitality, for those wanting to move into management roles.
  • A degree in Aviation Operations, suited to those interested in the airline and airport sector.
  • An apprenticeship in Travel or Hospitality, combining work and further study at Level 3 or above.
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