Subject: Travel & Tourism
Head of Department: Miss Heggs
Qualification: BTEC First Award in Travel and Tourism
Examination Board: BTEC
Course Content:
This course provides a basis to develop skills and experience that would be necessary for working in the travel and tourism industry.
The qualification provides an engaging and stimulating introduction to the world of travel and tourism giving you the opportunity to develop knowledge and technical skills in a practical learning environment. You will explore some of the key areas within the sector, including accommodation, tourism development and promotion, transport and visitor attractions.
How you will be assessed:
Internal Assessment 75% - Pass (grade C), Merit (grade B), Distinction (grade A) - equivalent to one GCSE grade A* - C.
External assessment-25%
Additional information / Skills:
This course is a good foundation for Level 3 Travel and Tourism
Job ideas using Salon Services:
Travel agencies, airlines, hospitality, travel representatives, hotel accommodation, event planning etc..
For further information see: Miss J Heggs
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