Travel and Tourism

Start Date

Level

Course Course: P00758

Area: Aviation, Tourism & Events

Campus: City Campus

About this Course

If you love travel, enjoy working with people, and want a job that’s full of variety, a career in travel and tourism could be perfect for you. Train for exciting roles in airlines, travel agencies, holiday resorts and beyond.

Key Units

Aviation Level 2

This course will suit you if you wish to gain an insight into Airport ground operations and customer service.

Travel and Tourism Level 2

You will find out about all the different industries within the travel and tourism sector and studying subjects such as customer service, visitor attractions, and tourist destinations. You will also learn about the events industry and come up with a plan for your own event.

Travel and Tourism Level 3

You will explore the different organisations, ownership, and business structures within travel and tourism sector and examine how effective marketing and customer service provision is linked.

Entry Requirements

Aviation Level 2

4 GCSEs at A*- D/grade 3 or above, including English Language and maths

Travel and Tourism Level 2

4 GCSEs at A*- D/grade 3 or above, including English Language and maths

Travel and Tourism Level 3

4 GCSEs at A*- C/grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths

Assessment

Aviation Level 2

Practical assessments and written assignments

Travel and Tourism Level 2

Written assignments

Travel and Tourism Level 3

Practical assessments, written assignments, and two externally assessed exam units

Where does this Lead

After completing your course, you could move on to a university-level qualification such as a foundation degree or full degree in travel and tourism, aviation, or hospitality. You could also apply for a higher or degree apprenticeship with top employers in the industry or go into full-time employment in the travel sector.

Future Opportunities

Careers in travel and tourism can take you anywhere. You could work as:

Cabin Crew
Travel Agent
Resort Rep
Cruise Ship Staff
Airport Operations Staff
Tour Guide
Event and Conference Co-ordinator

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Interview process

For this course, the interview process for the includes an information session followed by a 1:1 chat with a tutor. During the information session, you will receive important details about the course structure and expectations, along with a chance to ask any questions. This is crucial to ensure you understand the course fully and how it aligns with your goals.

Will this course suit me?

This course is ideal for you if you enjoy working with people, learning about different cultures, places and history and are interested in travel, customer service, or event planning.

Staff and facilities

At The Sheffield College, you will learn from highly qualified staff with a wealth of experience in both academic and travel and tourism sectors. The college offers excellent facilities to support your learning, including fully equipped simulation rooms, interactive learning environments, and access to industry-standard resources.

Course enrichment

Residential visits in the UK are normally planned to link with different units and the full programme will be communicated to you during the first few weeks of term. You also have the opportunity to travel overseas for a two-week placement incorporating work experience, activities, cultural visits, language development and more. You will have the opportunity to engage in various enrichment activities such as industry visits, guest speaker sessions and workshops.

Extra Costs

Contributions towards off-site visits will be required. For those in financial hardship you may be eligible to apply for support with course related expenses from the Student Support Fund.

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