You will develop the skills needed to examine, interpret and analyse a variety of statistics that measure the importance of the industry in the UK. You will investigate the features, appeal of different global destinations, visitor attractions and events. You will also explore how to develop a succe
DurationTravel & Tourism BTEC National Extended Certificate
Equivalent to one A Level
This course is for those wishing to learn about the Travel & Tourism industry as part of a balanced programme of study.
It is a two year programme equivalent to one A Level.
What does the course involve?
You will develop the skills needed to examine, interpret and analyse a variety of statistics that measure the importance of the industry in the UK. You will investigate the features, appeal of different global destinations, visitor attractions and events. You will also explore how to develop a successful marketing plan for a travel and tourism organisation.
Three compulsory units include:
The World of Travel and Tourism
Global Destinations
Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism
Students can choose from the following units:
Visitor Attractions
Events, Conferences, and Exhibitions.
Trips
A variety of trips and visits will be organised, some of which will be compulsory. These include:
Theme park.
Local Tourism Visits.
Bristol Zoo.
Big Pit.
PGL.
Blackpool.
A short haul destination - London or Europe.
A long haul trip - New York.
What can you do after the course?
This course is for students wanting to continue their education through applied learning, and who aim to progress to higher education or to employment, possibly in the travel and tourism, business, enterprise or management sectors.
Hereford Sixth Form College was established in 1973 as the sixth form for Hereford and the surrounding area.
In 2016 the College was named Sixth Form College of the year. "Ask Me" students help new students find their way around College
While most of the College's students live in Herefordshire, many travel from Wales and the adjoining counties.
The College offers a broad, general education in a caring and supportive environment which enables you to gain the qualifications you need to enter higher education or employment.
Our Mission
Hereford Sixth Form College wants every one of our students to reach their full academic potential, whilst benefiting from a high level of individual support and guidance.
We believe that all our students can succeed and are passionate about improving student performance by challenging, encouraging and motivating students to aim for high expectations with a ‘can achieve culture’.
Recreation and social activities are an integral part of our life at College and we encourage all students to get involved in the wider community, through volunteering or work experience, to broaden horizons and life awareness.
Our Vision
We were the first winner of the TES Sixth Form College of the Year Award in 2016 and we have set a standard for ourselves and our students which we are committed to maintain.
We aim to develop ambitious yet contented students, respectful of each other and their community, who are able to act independently but with regard to others and who have a wide knowledge and skill base.
We want our students to be capable of constructive and critical thought and to go on to contribute to the local, national and global society.
If you’re looking for an exciting, rewarding career in travel and tourism, then this is the course for you! Whether you want to work as a member of cabin crew, on board a cruise ship, as a holiday representative, or set up your own business, this course will provide you with a wide appreciation o...
This course is designed to give you a good understanding of a variety of careers within the Travel and Tourism industry and will give you a range of skills and knowledge required for employment.
If you see yourself working in Ibiza as a holiday rep or flying around the world as a flight attendant or maybe managing a chain of Hilton Hotels, then Travel and Tourism could be the subject area for you.
This Level 2 course focuses on an introduction to working as cabin crew. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of airline health, safety and security, how to respond to unplanned emergencies onboard, selling products and services to passengers.
Throughout the course, you will participate in water survival assessment training, undertake a familiarisation flight, spend time behind the scenes at international airports and develop your knowledge in our very own mock aircraft cabin.
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