BTEC Tech Award in Travel and Tourism Student Book (BTEC Tech Award Travel and Tourism)

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Through a blend of immersive learning experiences and practical training, you will acquire the skills and expertise needed to excel in a range of roles within this field. You will develop research, creative, problem-solving, teamwork and interpersonal skills, and increase your industry knowledge by visiting various destinations in the UK and possibly overseas. BTEC Nationals are widely recognised by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. If you are 16-18 years old on the31stAugust in the current academic year, this course is usually Free.

Approximately half of our students go on to jobs or apprenticeships and the other half go on to university. Here are some of the things our students have progressed to over the last few years: content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/BTEC-Level-2-Technicals/grade-boundaries-june-2023-btec-level-2-technicals.pdf content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/International-GCSE/2306-intgcse-9-1-subject-grade-boundaries.pdfLocal travel agencies have contributed to designing the programme and will set you a number of challenges to increase your work-related skills. You will also gain valuable work experience skills for future employment. the qualification you wish to study isn’t on the approved list of level 3 qualifications the College can run for free. The qualification you have chosen to study is part of the Legal Entitlements list and you are aged 19-23 at the start of your course and you do not already have a qualification at Level 3 or higher. From April 2021, any adult aged 24 and over who wants to achieve their first full level 3 qualification will be able to access certain courses we run for free.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism is designed for post-16 students with an interest in travel and tourism who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A level and is designed to occupy one-third of a typical study programme, which could include other vocational or academic qualifications, such as another BTEC National or A levels. This qualification gives a broad introduction to the travel and tourism industry, with an emphasis on core knowledge and fundamental skills that are transferable across other sectors. No prior study of the sector is needed. What do students learn? content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/Advanced-Extension-Award/2306-aea-subject-grade-boundaries.pdf

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are released on temporary licence, studying outside a prison environment, and not funded by the Ministry of Justice content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/International-GCSE/2306-intgcse-9-1-notional-component-grade-boundaries.pdf There are different terms and conditions for Higher Education courses - please call 01934 411 409 for further details. Fees quoted online and in our prospectuses are for the current academic yearonly, andare subject to change – two and three-year courses will have fees to pay again in subsequent years.

I’d like to visit and see the facilities and chat to staff – see when our next open event is here: EVENTS | Weston College Learners who sat BTEC assessments in the January 2023 series (BTEC Firsts and Nationals) can be re-entered for June exams after January results have been issued, and no late fees will be charged. The entry deadline for these learners is 31 March We are proud to have our students moving onto a wide range of jobs and higher education courses. The vast majority of our students’ destinations arise directly from the Travel and Tourism course they studied here at Cardinal Newman College. We believe in preparing our students for the future they want.

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Global destinations are a key aspect of travel and tourism and their appeal is strongly influenced by factors such as their location, access and changing trends. Students will use a range of resources to investigate the location and features of global destinations. They will evaluate how travel routes and itineraries meet customer needs and investigate consumer trends and the reasons the popularity of global destinations may change. This unit is assessed externally in Year 13 with a task set by the exam board lasting three hours. content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/Project-qualifications/2306-level-3-project-subject-grade-boundaries.pdf Claiming deadline: for all students expecting a result following the release of May/June 2023 external examination results. content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/Edexcel-Award/2306-level-3-edexcel-awards-subject-grade-boundaries.pdf

BTEC students will complete a range of assessments including assignments, PowerPoint presentations and exams. It is important to be organised and well-motivated as there is a significant focus on independent work. Why study BTEC Travel and Tourism? The BTEC Tech Award is an introduction to vocational learning. The qualification gives learners the opportunity to build skills that show an aptitude for further learning, both in the sector and more widely. BTEC assessment approaches are proven to be successful in building skills and motivating learners to engage fully with challenging study. There is no limit to progression options as the skills acquired are applicable to a range of post-16 study options including A Levels. Why study Travel and Tourism? Visitor Attractions (coursework) - Learners develop analytical skills as they investigate the nature and role of both built and natural visitor attractions, their commercial success, appeal, response to diverse visitor needs and the importance of delivering a memorable visitor experience. When you study with us you will automatically join our Business Career Excellence Hub, which is endorsed by leading employers who are actively involved throughout your whole training programme. Through guest lectures, company visits, work experience and recruitment events, you will have unrivalled access to potential employers – that means invaluable industry insight and numerous networking opportunities. https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/travel-and-tourism.coursematerials.html#filterQuery=category:Pearson-UK:Category%2FSpecification-and-sample-assessments

content/dam/pdf/Support/Grade-boundaries/Project-qualifications/2306-level-1-2-3-project-subject-grade-boundaries.pdf The World of Travel and Tourism (external exam) - the travel and tourism industry in the UK is growing and is of major importance to the economy. Learners will develop the skills needed to examine, interpret and analyse a variety of statistics that measure the importance of tourism to the UK. Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism (coursework) - learners will focus on how to develop a successful marketing plan for use by travel and tourism organisations to attract and engage customers.