Travel & Tourism

At both KS4 and KS5 students complete coursework elements which are internally assessed and externally moderated. There are also external exams with one of the assessments based on pre-release material. 

The key elements of the qualification are: 

Career Preparation: To provide a realistic pathway into the fast-growing travel and tourism sector, opening eyes to diverse career opportunities (e.g., airlines, hotels, tour operations). 

Skill Development: To foster transferable skills like research, planning, presentation, teamwork, problem-solving, and digital literacy. 

Industry Knowledge: To understand the structure, economic importance, marketing, and customer service within the UK and international tourism industries. 

Global Awareness: To develop globally-minded citizens with curiosity about different destinations and cultures. 

Progression: To serve as a strong foundation for higher education (university) or direct employment.

BTEC Travel & Tourism courses significantly impact students by providing practical skills, industry knowledge, and career pathways in a major global sector, while also exploring tourism's broad environmental, social, and economic impacts (like sustainability issues or effects of pandemics/climate change) on destinations, businesses, and communities, preparing them for roles from hospitality to airline operations or further study. 

Economic Impact: Analyses tourism's contribution to GDP, jobs, and infrastructure. 

Environmental Impact: Covers sustainability, resource use, habitat loss, and carbon footprints. 

Social/Cultural Impact: Explores effects on local communities, cultural exchange, and "staged authenticity,". 

External Factors: Investigates how global events (pandemics, climate change, security) and legislation affect travel.