Travel & Tourism Level 3 Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) including English and Maths or a Level 2 Extended Certificate/Level 2 Diploma in a relevant subject and GCSE English and Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C).

What Qualification Will I Get?

Level 3 NCFE Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Course Descriptions

This vocational qualification meets the needs of those who wish to work as a Holiday Representative, Tour Guide, Tourist Information Centre Assistant, Travel Agent or Cabin Crew in the Travel and Tourism sector. It allows you to gain an in depth knowledge and understanding of the industry.

In addition, it also allows students to enter employment in the industry or progress onto higher level Travel or Hospitality courses at University. All 16–18-year-olds are required to complete a minimum of 1 week’s work placement (35 hours)* at a time agreed by your department head. *Exact number of hours required will depend on the level course you are enrolled on.

Units/Topics Covered:

The following selection of units on offer are a combination of mandatory and optional units and are subject to change:

• The UK Travel and Tourism

• Travel and Tourism Destinations

• Worldwide Passenger Airlines

• UK Visitor Attractions

• Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

• UK Passenger Transport

• The Cruise Industry