TOURISM MANAGEMENT & THE VISITOR ECONOMY EXTENDED DIPLOMA () / FULL TIME
Level 3

The Extended Diploma is for those students who want to learn about one of the UK's most dynamic industries. You will gain knowledge,experience and skills that you will be able to apply directly to your future career in Travel and Tourism.

  • Duration - 2 years full time study
  • Full or Part Time? - FT
  • Start Date - 04/09/2023
  • Course Discussion Required - Yes

Minimum Pass/Merit (PM) at Level 2 Extended Certificate in relevant curriculum area and maths and/or English at Level 2, or minimum 5 GCSEs at grade C, including maths and/or English 9 to 4 or equivalent, interview and suitable reference. If students are accepted on to a level 3 with entry requirements of 9-4 in English and/or maths, and have achieved 9-4 in English or maths they must have a minimum of 9-3 in the other subject.

To university to study specific vocation such as Travel and Tourism Management, Resort Tourism. To study for a degree in related subjects such as Business Events or Hospitality. Employment- Passenger Transport,Travel Services, Tourism Services, Visitor Attractions, Customer Services, Accommodation Services, Events, Customer Services, Tourist Destinations.

Assessment is via a variety of methods, including written assignments, work-based projects and role-plays. You will build a portfolio of evidence during the year.

Qualification: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Awarded by: Edexcel

More about the course

The qualification consists of 4 Core units and Specialist units as follows:

YEAR 1 - Investigating Travel and Tourism, Business of Travel and Tourism, The UK as a Destination, Customer Service in Travel and Tourism, Tour Operations, Marketing, Uk Visitor Attractions, Organising a Study Visit, Specialist Tourism and Resort Reps.

YEAR 2 - Responsible Tourism, Long Haul Travel Destinations, Work Experience in the Travel & Torism Sector, European Destinations, Retail Ops, Preparing for Employment, Passenger Transport, Hospitality Operations In Events, Conferences and Exhibitions, Tourism in Rural Areas

Progression from this course

We offer specialist vocational qualifications and you would study only one of these during your time with us. You apply for one course per application but if you are undecided you can submit multiple applications for different courses. However, you would need to choose one subject before you enrol. .

How to apply