Level 3 Diploma Travel and Tourism

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Key Facts

Awarding Body: NCFE
Level: 3
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: CFH2022
Start Date: August 2026
Location: Loughborough College

Code: CFH2022

This qualification is designed to provide you with an excellent understanding of the principles of working within the tourism and aviation sector and is a great starting point if you want to pursue a career in the travel, tourism and aviation industry. The course is ideal if you want to develop your knowledge of the different components within the sectors of Travel and Tourism and undertake employment as an Events Manager, Visitor Attraction Manager, Hotel Manager, Travel Agent, Tour Operator or within an airport or airline.

Features & Benefits

Students can expect to gain industry knowledge through visits to East Midlands Airport and hearing from guest speakers. We will also help you to gain valuable experience on work placements that give you a real insight into the industry.

Course Content

Core Modules:

  • The UK Travel and Tourism Industry
  • Preparation for a Career in the travel and Tourism Industry
  • Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

Optional Units:

There will be six additional units selected by lecturers from an extensive list of 27 optional units. Examples include:

  • Aviation Communication
  • Flight Operations
  • UK Airports
  • Airport Ground Operations
  • Airline Health, Safety and Security
  • Worldwide Passenger Airlines
  • Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
  • Investigating Airline Cabin Crew

Entry Requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths or progression from the Level 3 NCFE Certificate in Travel and Tourism.

Progression

Students can choose to undertake further study including Degree courses at Loughborough College Group. They could also pursue a career as an event organiser, travel agent or travel the world by gaining employment in the following career paths but not exclusive to; Air Cabin Crew, Airport Ground Staff or Airport/Airline Management.

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