Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Westminster

Cost£2,573.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, full-time during the day over 36 weeks.

The course covers the course industry in depth. You'll explore aviation, hospitality, destination management, customer service, and global tourism. The college has an aircraft cabin simulation suite, and the course includes educational trips and work placement opportunities.

Entry requires four or five GCSEs at grades 4 to 5, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. Relevant experience may also be considered. You'll finish with an Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Who this course is for

16-18 Only

Entry requirements

4 - 5 GCSEs (grades 4 - 5), including English and maths (flexibility may apply), OR Level 2 qualification, An interview may be required; we’ll be in touch after you apply to invite you to an interview if needed, Alternative entry via relevant experience may be acceptable,

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the global travel and tourism industry is structured.
  • You'll develop customer service skills for travel and hospitality settings.
  • You'll study aviation, including cabin crew roles and airline operations.
  • You'll learn about destination management and tourism planning.
  • You'll build communication and global awareness skills.
  • You'll gain experience through work placements and employer engagement.
  • You'll practise CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time during the day. Learning includes industry-focused sessions, educational trips in the UK and Europe, and work placements. The college's aircraft cabin simulation suite supports hands-on aviation training. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks. An interview may be required before you start.

What you will need to bring

City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises customers and books holidays or business travel.
  • Cabin crew, works on commercial flights in a customer-facing role.
  • Tourism officer, promotes destinations or manages visitor experiences.
  • Holiday rep, supports tourists at resorts or on group tours.
  • Events coordinator, organises travel-related events and conferences.
  • Hospitality assistant, works in hotels, airports, or visitor attractions.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism, a larger qualification that may strengthen your application for higher study or employment.
  • HNC in Travel and Tourism (Level 4), a higher-level course for those wanting to move into management or specialist roles.
  • A foundation degree or bachelor's degree in Tourism Management (Level 5 or 6), for those aiming at graduate-level careers in the sector.

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