Level 2 BTEC Travel and Tourism
Ernest Bevin Academy - Wandsworth
02086728582
Beechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF
Course summary

The BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism is a qualification that provides learners with a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the Travel and Tourism industry. This industry is one of the most important contributors to the UK economy and an exciting sector to work in. You will learn about the theoretical concepts used in the industry and the practical knowledge needed to gain experience of the many different job roles available. All Level 2 Extended Certificates are work-related qualifications, designed to offer you a choice of routes into Level 3 programmes and employment. What you will study: On the course you study Core Units to include: 1.The UK Travel & Tourism Sector * (Externally assessed) 2.Travel & Tourism Destinations 3.International Travel & Tourism Destinations 4.Tourism Business Environment * (Externally assessed) Specialist modules may include: 1. Customer Experience 2. Travel & Tourism Employment Opportunities 3. Organising a Travel Study Visit 4. Worldwide Factors Skills you will gain: This qualification will enable you to develop theoretical and practical knowledge. You will develop the following skills: -teamworking, -working from a prescribed brief, -working to deadlines, -presenting information effectively, -accurately completing administrative tasks and processes. Career Paths: This qualification will allow you to progress to further vocational study at level 3 and leads to careers in the following industries, Hotel, Airlines, Tour Operations, Travel Agent, and Event organiser.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs Grade 2+

How you'll be assessed

The course is about the practical development of business knowledge and skills. You learn, and are assessed, by doing throughout the course. There are two exams (20%) and coursework (80%).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWandsworth
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBeechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF