Park Lane Academy

Travel and Tourism

Mr J Rudge

BTEC Tech Award

Internal assessment = 60%   

Exam = 40%

Outline of Subject

This qualification is for learners interested in taking a hands-on course alongside their GCSEs that will offer them a practical introduction to life and work in the dynamic travel and tourism industry, allowing them to make an informed decision about their future learning and career. This course will give learners the opportunity to develop sector-specific applied knowledge and technical skills in a practical learning environment.

What will I learn?

Year

       Autumn Term

Spring Term

Summer Term

10

Travel and tourism organisations and destinations 

Completion of internal assessment

Customer needs in Travel and Tourism

11

Completion of internal assessment                              

Influences on global  travel and tourism   

Completion of external   assessment

                                             

How will I learn?

The BTEC Tech Award combines theory with plenty of practical application. Students will acquire actual knowledge of the sector and how organisations attract and retain customers.

Where will it take me?

Through achieving a BTEC Level 1/2 you will have a multitude of career pathways, such as:

Hotelier; Chef; Tourist Information Manager; Hotel Receptionist; Publican and Travel Agent.

Further information:

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/btec-tec-awards/travel-and-tourism/2022/Guide/btec-tech-awards-travel-tourism-mini-guide-a4p-prf2.pdf