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Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Bournemouth

Cost£2,305.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College Bournemouth Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year and covers overseas resort operations, special interest holidays, sales and promotions, worldwide destinations, and customer service. You'll also complete 35 hours of work experience as part of the course. Entry requires a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. Alternatively, a relevant Level 2 qualification with Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths is accepted.

You'll finish with an NCFE Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Who this course is for

This is an ideal choice if you want to develop your understanding of the tourism industry, together with gaining the practical skills required to prepare you for a career in the tourism industry. This qualification is equivalent to an A Level and is widely recognised by industry and universities. It is taught within a grade 1, award winning department, and has been developed in consultation with employers in the travel and tourism industry so you can be sure of developing relevant skills and knowledge.

Entry requirements

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and/or maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C). Alternatively successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how overseas resorts operate and what a resort representative does.
  • You'll study special interest holidays and niche tourism markets.
  • You'll learn sales and promotions techniques used in the travel industry.
  • You'll develop knowledge of worldwide travel and tourism destinations.
  • You'll practise customer service skills relevant to travel and tourism roles.
  • You'll gain practical experience through 35 hours of work placement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, coursework, and practical activities. Assessment is through coursework and practicals. You'll also complete a one-week work placement with a local travel or tourism employer.

What you will need to bring

Bournemouth and Poole College Bournemouth Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises customers and books holidays for a travel agency.
  • Overseas representative, supports holidaymakers at a resort on behalf of a tour operator.
  • Tour guide, leads groups at visitor attractions or on organised tours.
  • Airline or cruise reservations agent, handles bookings and customer queries.
  • Hotel receptionist, manages guest check-in and front-of-house services.
  • Visitor attraction staff, assists visitors at museums, theme parks, or heritage sites.
  • Cabin crew, requires further airline-specific training and selection beyond this qualification.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree in Business Studies or Tourism, a Level 5 qualification for those wanting to move into management or specialist roles in the industry.
  • HND in Travel and Tourism, another Level 5 route with a practical focus.
  • Degree in Tourism Management or Hospitality, a Level 6 qualification for those aiming at senior or graduate-entry roles.
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