Our Travel and Tourism course is designed for aspiring industry professionals who want to develop the practical skills, knowledge and experience needed for a successful career within the fast-growing travel and tourism sector. Combining hands-on training with industry insight, this course provides the foundation needed to progress into a wide range of roles, including resort representative, travel consultant, airline cabin crew and other customer-focused careers.
Throughout the course, you will explore key areas of the travel industry while developing essential skills in customer service, destination knowledge and tourism operations. You will gain valuable employability skills, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving and interview preparation, helping you build the confidence needed for a successful career.
You will benefit from realistic training environments, including a mock travel agency and aircraft cabin, where you can develop practical experience and gain an understanding of what it is like to work in the industry. The course also offers opportunities to learn industry-standard systems, including Amadeus, a leading booking and reservation platform used by airlines, travel agents and tour operators worldwide.
As part of your studies, you will gain real-world experience through work placements, simulations, masterclasses and visits with industry partners. Strong links with organisations such as ATPI Business Travel, The Co-operative Travel, Norwich Aviation Academy, SaxonAir, Titan Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Skypeople help ensure your learning reflects current industry practices and career opportunities.
You will also have the opportunity to take part in overseas visits, volunteering experiences and industry trips that broaden your understanding of global tourism. Previous students have participated in international projects such as volunteering in Vietnam, with opportunities to apply for internships in Florida after completing the course.
Studying with us means learning in an inspiring environment with access to specialist facilities, industry events and enrichment opportunities, including volunteering at festivals, visits to Winter Wonderland, attendance at the World Travel Market, guest talks from organisations such as Hays Travel, and insights from former students working in the sector.
This course will help you develop the confidence, technical knowledge and practical experience needed to progress into employment, further study or specialist training within the travel and tourism industry.
