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Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Worcester

Cost£2,750.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Travel and Tourism Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College, full-time over two years.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths. Units cover the UK the course industry, global destinations, customer service, and work experience in the travel sector. The course carries UCAS points, so it also opens a route into university.

You'll finish with an NCFE Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism is a two‑year, full‑time qualification designed for learners aged 16+ who want to progress into:, , Higher education (university), Apprenticeships in the travel industry, Direct employment in travel, tourism, aviation, events or hospitality, , It is equivalent to three A‑Levels and carries UCAS points, meaning it is a recognised route into university degrees such as Tourism Management, Hospitality Management, Aviation Operations and Events

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's at a 4 and above including either English or Math's.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the UK travel and tourism industry is structured and how it operates.
  • You'll study key travel and tourism destinations around the world.
  • You'll develop customer service skills for the travel sector.
  • You'll gain practical experience through a work placement in the travel industry.
  • You'll learn about aviation, events, and hospitality as part of the wider tourism sector.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed through assignments and practical assessments. Classes are classroom-based and run full-time during the day. The course spans two years and includes nine units across the programme.

What you will need to bring

Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Travel consultant, advises clients and books holidays or business travel.
  • Cabin crew, works on passenger aircraft for an airline.
  • Tour operator assistant, supports the planning and delivery of package holidays.
  • Customer service advisor, handles bookings and queries for a travel company.
  • Events coordinator, organises conferences, tours, or hospitality events.
  • Airport ground staff, assists passengers and airlines at the airport.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management, a natural next step as this course carries UCAS points.
  • A degree in Aviation Operations or Events Management, for those focused on a specific sector.
  • An apprenticeship in the travel industry, combining work and further training at Level 3 or above.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism at Level 4 or Level 5, for those who prefer a vocational higher education route.
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