Travel & Tourism

Course units include:

  • UK destinations
  • Worldwide travel & tourism destinations.

    Optional units include:
  • Overseas resort operatives
  • Investigating the cruise industry
  • Developing an entertainment programme
  • Conferences and events
  • Promotions and sales
  • Worldwide adventure tourism.
  • Entry requirements

    4 GCSEs grade 9-4 (grade A*- C) preferably including both English & maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification. If necessary references may be taken up.

  • Who is the course for?

    This course is for those wishing to gain employment in the travel & tourism industry or progress onto Higher Education in Travel & Tourism Management at Uxbridge College or at university.

  • Study methods

    Lectures, workshops, group work, visiting speakers, practical sessions and outside visits to provide students with a realistic view of the industry. This will also involve a UK residential trip.

  • How is the course assessed?

    Course work, assignments, time constrained assignments, online exams and practical applications of skills

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    Employment as a tour operator, resort representative or work in a hotel, airport or conference centre.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    Progress from the Level 3 Diploma to the Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism and then onto our Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Travel & Tourism Management or go on to university.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course choose one of these methods:

    >> Online - click the Apply Now button, fill out the form and submit
    >>Post - download an application form here , or use the form in the prospectus. Fill it out and return it to:
    Student Records/Admissions, Uxbridge College, Park Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1NQ.

    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2024

Starts 2 September 2024

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Uxbridge Campus

Days/Time Monday-Friday
09:00 - 17:00