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BTEC First Diploma in Travel BTEC National Diploma in Travel
and Tourism and Tourism
This level 2 course gives you the opportunity to gain a This course is designed to provide a specialist
nationally recognised, vocationally specific qualification. work-related qualification in a range of sectors. It offers
The course is equivalent to four GCSE grades A*-C. an engaging programme for those who are clear about
the area of employment that they wish to enter. It is
Course details There are six coursework units, all of which equivalent to two A levels.
need to be passed in order to gain the qualification.
Course details There are eighteen units of study over two
How is it assessed? Each unit is assessed by the teacher. years. These include subjects such as marketing, holiday
Some of the assessed work in each unit is moderated representatives, visitor attractions and customer service.
internally and externally. Regular feedback on There is also a work experience component. All students
assignments is given by teachers and the course tutor. will study IATA Level One Airfares and Ticketing, which is a
All units are assignment based. unit on the course that will also allow students to gain an
extra qualification recognised by the industry. This
Course duration One year full-time. qualification will benefit students interested in a career
with an airline or a travel agent. Students also study for an
What do I need to study this subject? You should have NVQ in Spanish in the first year of the course.
GCSE grades A*-D, preferably in English Language, or if
progressing from level 1 course, a Merit is the required How is it assessed? Each unit is assessed based on a
qualification. A good record of attendance and range of specific outcomes. All units are assignment
punctuality is also necessary. based. Work placements are assessed via supervisor
reports and by your achievement of a level of
Where can this lead me? If students achieve a Merit they professional competence whilst on placement.
may apply for the next level course, or employment in
travel and tourism-related industries. Course duration Two years full-time.
What are the enrichment opportunities? Students visit a What do I need to study this subject? You should have five
range of industries to give them the opportunity to apply GCSE grades A*-C including English Language or Merit at
theory in practical settings. These may include: visits to level 2, with a good record of attendance and
hotels, exhibitions, visitor attractions and airlines. We also punctuality.
have regular guest speakers who update us on changes
and developments in the industry. Where can this lead me? The course can lead to
employment in related industries or higher education,
such as a degree course in tourism management, or other
related courses.
What are the enrichment opportunities?
All BTEC National Diploma students undergo a 2 week
work placement within the travel and tourism industry as
part of the course. There are a number of visits to various
sectors of the industry, organised throughout the year
linked to various units, both in and outside of London.
Each year an overseas visit is organised. Students must
have a current valid passport. Visas can be organised by
the college. In the final year of the BTEC National Diploma
course, students will have the opportunity to gain a Cabin
Crew qualification.
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