Entry Requirements:

A Level 3 Qualification

What's it all about?:

This course gives you the widest possible grounding in International Travel & Tourism Management and the ability to progress to either university, to extend your learning within the Travel & Tourism industry, or employment.

How long is the course?:

1 or 2 years

How much does it cost?:

Approx £5000. There is a range of financial support that you may be entitled to, including: Learner Support funds, grants and bursaries and employer support.

What will I do?:

You will study approximately 8 units per year on the HNC/D course, all closely related to the industry you have chosen to pursue your career in.In the HND year (Year 2), you have the option to follow 2 different pathways, Aviation Operation or Events Management, this decision is made at the start of Year 2.

Core/Compulsory Modules:

• The Contemporary Travel and Tourism Industry 
• Managing the Customer Experience
• Professional Identity and Practice
• The Travel and Tourism Business Toolkit
• Leadership and Management for Service Industries 

Optional modules:

• Managing Aviation Services
• Managing Conference & Events
• Work Experience

What can I do next?:

Learners studying the BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma will be able to progress to the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in International Travel and Tourism Management, or to the first year of undergraduate study in a related early years degree programme, or directly to employment in an associated profession.

The qualification prepares you for employment in the Travel & Tourism sector and will be suitable for those who have already decided that they wish to enter this area of work. Some adult learners may wish to make the commitment required by this qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment in the Travel & Tourism sector or progress to higher education. Other learners may want to extend the specialism that they followed on the Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma programme. 

Careers:

Stansted Airport is the largest employer in the East of England employing more than 12,000 employees. 

84% of the airports workforce live in Essex & Hertfordshire.

The airport contributes £1billion annually to the UK’s economy.

Proud to work with:

With over 40 partnerships with local businesses in and around the airport environment, you have every opportunity to meet your future employer whilst studying with us.

Additional Info:

Assessment is by oursework assignments, formative and summative assessment.

Formal interview with AAM of department following application.

How to Apply:

Call 01279 868100 and chat with one our friendly Admissions team or ask us a question