Travel & Tourism - Progression Year

“The visits really helped me to gain an understanding of the course. Lessons are always interesting; I look forward to what I am going to learn and I would 100% recommend this to other students”

Entry Requirements

In GCSE English Language and Maths, a minimum of a grade 3 in one and a grade 2 in the other plus some GCSEs at grades 3 or 4

Subject Intent

The travel and tourism industry makes up 10% of all the employment in the UK and as a tourism town, Scarborough is the perfect place to study the course and gain relevant experience. This course provides the skills, knowledge and experience to advance onto our level 3 course and then into higher education, or progress directly into the workplace.

Course Introduction

This course will give you the foundation for a career in the travel industry. You will study Travel and Tourism in the UK learning about the UK as a tourist destination and the developments in tourism which are constantly changing with the modern times. You will gain skills in customer service and understand the importance of good service in a range of industries. You will also study events management which is a growing market.

The final unit examines how tourism affects a host city and the impact, both positive and negative, it can have to the residents as well as the tourists. The course includes relevant work experience, trips and visits within the industry. The course has a variety of assessment methods including written assessments, role plays, interviews, presentations, delivering an event, and videos. Travel & Tourism provides an excellent grounding for either further study or direct entry into employment within the sector.

Course Modules

You will study the following:

Mandatory units

• Customer service in Travel & Tourism

• The UK Travel & Tourism Industry

Plus 2 further optional units:

• Organising Events

• Impact tourism has on a host city

Assessment

This course is 100% internal assessment and has no exams. Assessment is made through a variety of methods across each module which can include practical role plays, verbal interviews and presentations.

All judgements are externally quality assured.

Course Fact

Scarborough was Britain’s first-ever seaside resort and has been a tourist destination since the 17th Century. Tourism is Scarborough’s biggest employer.

Example Career Opportunities

Travel Rep | Tour Operator | Cabin Crew | Travel Agent | Hotel Manager | Cruise Ship Entertainer
Hotel Receptionist | Children's Entertainer | Tour Guide