This Level 3 Aviation Education Programme in partnership with Birmingham Airport is a two-year course aimed at school leavers aged 16+, and gives you the detailed and in-depth knowledge needed to progress to university or into employment in the travel industry.
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This Level 3 Aviation Education Programme in partnership with Birmingham Airport is a two-year course aimed at school leavers aged 16+, and gives you the detailed and in-depth knowledge needed to progress to university or into employment in the travel industry.
Course requirements
Formal Entry Requirements
You must have five GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths grade 4, or equivalent qualifications (including a full Level 2 qualification in Travel and Tourism). You'll need to attend an interview with the course tutors and be assessed on your level of Maths and English. You'll need to demonstrate a high level of commitment and enthusiasm during the induction process.
What Does The Course Invole?
This is an in-depth, high-quality foundation course covering a range of topics which are specific to the aviation industry.
You will work towards the following qualifications over two years:
NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (Aviation Pathway)
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Aviation Operations on the Ground (Check-In)
The main NCFE qualification is the equivalent of 3 A Levels.
Learners will complete 18 units including generic travel units such as:
UK as a Destination
Specialist Tourism
Cruises
You will also study aviation-based units including:
Terminal Operations
Aviation Communications
Health and Safety
Commercial Operations
Each year, learners will complete 30 hours of work experience which will allow them to put the theory they have learned into practice. Previous learners have completed placements at companies such as Premier Inn, Co-Operative Travel and Black Country Living Museum.
All learners on our Travel, Aviation and Hospitality courses are required to purchase and wear our travel uniform. Full details are given during enrolment.
How Will Be Assessed ?
You will be assessed through a variety of ways including role plays, reports, presentations and team work exercises.
There are no external exams on the main programme. However, if you are resitting Maths or English, you will be assessed through exams.
As the largest provider of 16-19 study programmes in the West Midlands, we are committed to ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We support our learners in developing their academic, personal and social skills so they are fully equipped for future progression to higher education, apprenticeships or employment.
The Sandwell family of colleges is comprised of three campuses – Central Campus, which focuses on the vocational offer for Sandwell; Central St Michael’s, the A Level centre for Sandwell; and Cadbury College, providing A Level and vocational provision in Kings Norton. Each campus offers a positive and inclusive learning environment to ensure that every student can excel and develop within their chosen field.
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The College’s inspiring team of tutors go above and beyond to help their students achieve not only their qualifications but also to guide them on their journey into work, further education, and university.
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