Sixth Form Prospectus
BTEC First Diploma Travel & Tourism


The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is a 360 guided learning hour qualification comprising core and specialist units which cover aspects of knowledge, understanding and competency necessary for employment within the sector. As such the BTEC First Diploma offers a qualification which can extend a learner’s programme of study and provide vocational emphasis within their programme of study. Equally, the BTEC First Diploma offers a focused qualification for learners who wish to follow a programme of study that is directly related to their work experience, or to an aspect of employment that they wish to move in due course.

All units of work are internally assessed and then some are externally verified. Students have to complete the 3 core units then have a choice of the 3 specialist units.

Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Travel and Tourism Core units Unit 1 The UK Travel and Tourism Industry

Unit 2 Exploring Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

Unit 3 UK Travel and Tourism Destinations

Specialist units Unit 4 European Holiday Destinations

Unit 5 Exploring Marketing in Travel and Tourism

Unit 6 Business Skills for travel and Tourism

Unit 7 Developing Employability Skills for Travel and tourism

Unit 8 Planning Visits for Travel and Tourism

 

 

 

 

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BTEC First Diploma

Examination board
Edexcel

Contact
Mr A Deeks

Summary
Consists of 3 core units plus 3 specialist units for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours