Course Information

Leisure, Travel & Tourism

HelloThank you for considering Pembrokeshire College.

Here you’ll find out all about our NEW Leisure, Travel and Tourism programme.

Our coursesIn this section you’ll find out about the

courses on offer and the entry

requirements.(all courses are subject to interview)

Level 3Leisure, Travel and TourismFive GCSEs at grade C or above (may include 1 relevant equivalent) to include English Language or First Language Welsh and Maths or Numeracy.

This is a new and exciting course for September 2020.

It has been developed in partnership with local employers and aims to equip learners with the skills needed for a career in this global industry.

About the

courseWe have some of the

best lecturers and learning facilities

in Pembrokeshire.

Here you’ll find out a bit more about the

course and the facilities.

BackgroundAs one of the most popular industries across the globe, employing millions of people worldwide, tourism is an exciting, and rapidly growing sector. The training we have on offer can lead to excellent career opportunities both locally and globally.

FacilitiesLearners will have access to all College facilities including IT suites, and state-of-the-art classrooms. Learners will also be encouraged to access the Employment Bureau to find suitable work placements and part-time employment within the sector to boost their CVs.

Guest LecturesWe work closely with local employers and industry professionals to show learners the full breadth of opportunities available within this global industry. We have strong relationships with local hotels and tourist attractions as well as with the local universities. Throughout the course a variety of trips and visits will be arranged to help learners to identify the strand of leisure, travel and tourism that they would like to pursue as a future career.

Destination TourismIn addition to the main programme learners will follow a destination programme which can include:

• Guest speakers• Workplace visits• Practical experiences• Extended Project which can provide additional UCAS points for

university entry

Skills you’ll learn

Here are some of the key skills you can

expect to learn whilst studying on this

course.

Communication and teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Literacy, numeracy and employability skills

What are the future

careers?Want to know what

you could progress to?

Here are just some of the possibilities.

££Adventure Tourism ManagerAir Cabin CrewAirline Information AssistantConciergeConference Centre ManagerCruise Ship StewardCruise DirectorCustomer Service ManagerEntertainment CoordinatorEvent ManagerGuest Services ManagerHeritage OfficerHostessHotel ManagerHotel ReceptionistInternational Tourism ManagerLifeguardMuseum AssistantReception ManagerResort ManagerSales ExecutiveSki Resort ManagerTour ManagerTourism OfficerTourist GuideTravel AgentVisitor Attraction Manager

Career CoachUse the Career Coach tool on our website to find out more about the

careers on offer and the earning potential: pembrokeshire.emsicc.com

Here are some average salaries for the tourism

industry:

Travel Agent £17,077Receptionist £19,563

Cruise Steward £20,519Air Travel Assistant £21,029

Cabin Crew £22,449Events Manager £25,917

Reception Manager £27,712Customer Service Manager

£27,873Tourism Manager £29,000

Hotel Manager £30,028

Source: EMSI

Where can I go

next?In this section you’ll find out what you

could progress to on successful completion

of the course.

Successful completion of this course could either lead directly into employment or onto one of the following degree programmes (subject to the necessary UCAS points).

University Progression:

University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidInternational Travel & Tourism Management

Swansea UniversityInternational Tourism management

Cardiff Metropolitan University Hospitality and Events Management TourismInternational Tourism Management

University of BristolTourism Management

Plus many more courses at universities across the UK

Get ready

for CollegeRead this section to

find out if there’s anything that you can

be doing now to get you ready for

studying at College.

You should aim to purchase any kit or uniform before the start of term. You will be sent a pack containing details of anything you need to buy.

Make sure you have a ‘can do’ attitude. You need to be prepared to work hard and to arrive ready for your sessions.

Watch YouTube clips or documentaries that are relevant to the travel industry.

Use the Career Coach tool on our website to find out more about the careers on offer and the earning potential: pembrokeshire.emsicc.com

If you are already on a course in College, you must finish this course before you are able to move to a new course.

More info

This section contains some general

information on the College that we think you might find useful.

Remember that we’re still open and you can contact us anytime:

admissions@pembrokeshire.ac.uk

Levels ExplainedEntry Level and Level 1Our Level 1 and Entry Level courses are suitable for you have few of no formal qualifications. If you don’t get the GCSE grades you had hoped for, then you can start at Entry Level and work your way up.

Level 2Most of our Level 2 courses require you to have GCSE grades at D and some even require you to have achieved C grades in certain subjects. Entry requirements for each course vary so please check the website before applying.

Level 3If you have five GCSEs at grade C or above (some courses may require you to have achieved B grades in certain subjects) you can go straight in at Level 3 (equivalent to studying A-levels).

How to Apply1. Visit our website, select your course and apply online

You’ll need to create and account and this will be used to update you on the progress of your application. If you need any help with your application, please contact our Admissions team: admissions@pembrokeshire.ac.uk

2. InterviewOnce we have received your application we would normally invite you into the College for an interview. Given the current circumstances, you may be invited to a virtual interview instead.

3. OfferIf we are happy with your application and interview we will make you a conditional offer. Your place will be subject to you obtaining the necessary GCSE grades.

4. UpdatesWe’ll send you periodic emails between now and September to let you know we haven’t forgotten about you!

5. EnrolmentYou’ll be invited to an enrolment day in August where we will check your grades and enrol you on your course. If you don’t get your grades, don’t panic, our Advice and Guidance team will work with you to find a suitable alternative.