Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Scarborough for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Scarborough Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Sixth Form College, full-time during the day over two years. Travel and tourism is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the UK, and this course builds the knowledge and skills the industry needs. You'll study the UK travel industry, visitor attractions, cabin crew, and careers in tourism. The course includes visits to local attractions and hotels, linking classroom learning to the industry on your doorstep. Graduates have gone on to work as cabin crew, resort representatives, and hotel managers.

Who this course is for

More details about studying Travel and Tourism at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/travel-amp-tourism-single-double?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]

Entry requirements

Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the UK travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
  • You'll study visitor attractions, including how they are managed and marketed.
  • You'll learn about cabin crew roles and what working in aviation involves.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting information clearly and professionally.
  • You'll examine careers across the travel industry, from resorts to hotels.
  • You'll apply your knowledge through visits to local attractions and hospitality venues.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, industry visits, and practical activities. The course uses local attractions and hotels in the Scarborough area to bring theory to life. You'll present information as part of your studies, building communication skills alongside subject knowledge. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than traditional exams, reflecting the applied nature of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cabin crew: work on short or long-haul flights for an airline.
  • Resort representative: support holidaymakers at overseas or UK destinations.
  • Hotel receptionist or front-of-house: first point of contact for guests.
  • Visitor attraction assistant: work at heritage sites, theme parks, or museums.
  • Travel consultant: advise customers and book holidays in a travel agency.
  • Tourism officer: promote destinations or events for a local authority or business.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Travel and Tourism Management or Hospitality Management, building on your Level 3 foundation for a management career in the industry.
  • A degree in Events Management, if you want to move into conferences, festivals, or corporate events.
  • An airline-specific cabin crew training programme, for those aiming directly for flight crew roles.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Hospitality Management, a shorter higher-education route into hotel and tourism management.

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