Course Overview
The UK is the seventh-largest tourism market globally, contributing over £70 billion to the economy each year. With more than two million people employed in Travel and Tourism in the UK, there are abundant opportunities for you to pursue a rewarding career in the industry, both domestically and abroad. Studying Travel and Tourism at Wakefield College will provide you with the knowledge and qualifications necessary to begin your career in this exciting field. Each year, we organize a variety of day trips and an annual residential trip, offering valuable insights into the industry. Your course will feature a dynamic mix of learning methods, including classes, lectures, seminars, workshops, presentations, and independent research. You will also have access to digital tools to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and news in the travel and tourism sector. Some sessions will take place in classrooms where you'll prepare for industry roles, while others will involve hands-on learning using industry-standard travel directories and manuals. Our close partnerships with companies such as Fly Me, Jet2 Holidays, Travel Counsellors, and the Wakefield Tourism Department provide students with opportunities to learn from real-world experiences. Throughout the academic year, we plan a variety of visits and residential trips. Past day trips have included excursions to Chatsworth House, The Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, and London. Overnight residential trips in recent years have taken students to New York, Amsterdam, and Disneyland Paris (subject to availability). Please note: Work placement opportunities will be available as part of the course.What You Will Study
Areas of Study Throughout the course, you will explore the following topics: -Worldwide Travel and Tourism Destinations -Customer Service in Travel and Tourism -Overseas Resort Representatives -Visitor Attractions and Promoting Travel and Tourism- How You Will Be Assessed
Assessment Methods Assessments will be varied to provide you with multiple opportunities to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. You may be assessed through practical tasks, short-answer questions, research assignments, written reports, the creation of visual displays such as leaflets, and role-play observations. Students may also conduct market research, case studies, and investigations, presenting findings in various formats such as reports, brochures, and presentations—similar to those used in professional industry settings. Some units at all levels may include online assessments.
- Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 9-3
OR
Level 1 Travel & Tourism qualification.
- Further Study
Progression Opportunities
Upon successfully completing the course with a pass grade in Maths or English, you will have the opportunity to progress through the levels in our Travel and Tourism department.
You can further enhance your CV by undertaking additional qualifications related to the Travel and Tourism industry, such as Basic First Aid or Essential Food Hygiene. Some students may also choose to learn a new foreign language or improve existing language skills. Additionally, many students continue their studies by progressing to Level 3 Travel and Tourism.
