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Introduction

The BTEC Level 3 National in Travel & Tourism provides a new and interesting

opportunity for study, for those interested in working in one of the fastest

growing industries or for those who want a refreshing change to their studies.

The course is 100% coursework.

The Travel & Tourism BTEC Level 3 course…

This course is made up of 6 units:

1. Investigating the Travel & Tourism Sector

2. The UK as a destination

3. European Destinations

4. The Business of Travel and Tourism

5. Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

6. Long haul travel destinations

All of the units are assessed by a number of

pieces of coursework

Can I study this subject... This course is ideal, both if you want to concentrate in

this area or if you want a fresh refreshing subject to study,alongside your

more traditional courses. Progression onto Travel & Tourism

BTEC Level 3 will require at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, at grade C or above.

Progression to Higher Education & Employment This course can lead directly into employment in the tourism sector or job based

training such as apprenticeships in hotels and travel agents. In addition students

can apply to higher education to complete degrees or higher national diplomas in

tourism related subjects such as event and tourism management.

For more information see Mrs Dabner in the Geography department

BTEC National Level 3-

Travel & Tourism

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As a key part of the

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number of visits and

day trips -

In the past these

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- Cadbury World

- Sea Life

Centre

- Warwick

- Ludlow

- Birmingham

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