Pearson BTEC HND in International Travel and Tourism Management
This course aims to provide the Travel and Tourism student with a comprehensive and flexible framework for education and training in line with professional accreditation requirements, which facilitates safe practice within both the Travel, Tourism sector. At all levels students will be able to gain knowledge of key aspects of the Travel and Tourism industry.
Academic Year: 2023/24
Course Code: 10737
Campus: Lisburn
Study Type: Full-Time
Education Level Higher Education
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Course Structure
The HND in International Travel and Tourism Management is achieved following progression form the HNC in International Tourism Management. Timetabled over 15 hours per week and an additional 1.75 hours per week, to complete and employability qualification. Study includes a combination of classroom teaching and scheduled educational visits and guest speakers. You will study 3/4 modules over each academic semester (7 in total).
Subjects studied will include:
- Research Project (Pearson-set)
- Tourism Consumer Behaviour and Insight
- Destination Marketing
- Corporate Events Management
- Strategic Destination Planning
- Special Interest Tourism
- Destination Management Services
Contact Hours
Contact Hours per week
15 hours contact time to include practical classes, lectures, workshops or tutorials plus up to 1.75 hours per week to complete an employability qualification. A maximum of 18 hrs per week.
Mandatory Additional Study
Maximum of 7 hours per week average over the academic year.
Personal Study
22 hours maximum studying and preparing assessments in your own time per week, including use of online materials.
Entry Requirements
HNC in International Travel and Tourism Management
GCSE
- English GCSE English Language Grade C or above OR Pass in Level 2 Essential Skills Literacy
- It is critical that the applicant has an appropriate level of English language skills if English is not the first language.
GCSE
- Maths GCSE Mathematics Grade C or above OR Pass in Level 2 Essential Skills Numeracy
UCAS
A minimum of 32 UCAS points including:
- Two A Levels at A2 OR
- Level 3 National Diploma
Access Diploma
- Access Diploma in Foundation Studies with an overall average of 60%-65%+ with one science module at 60%+
International Requirements
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
- PTE 51
- IELTS 5.5; (minimum of 5.5 in reading and Writing and 5.0 in Listening and Speaking)
- Or equivalent (Examples of equivalent qualifications would be a GCSE in English, Level 3 Programmes, Essential Skills in Literacy – Grade C, ESOL Level 2 or another qualifications gained at an Institution within the UK).
Admissions
- Successful completion of the admissions process
APEL
- Provide evidence of ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the accreditation of prior experiential learning. Further details on APEL can be found in the admissions section
How will I be assessed and given feedback?
Students are assessed using a range of different methods. These include examinations, e-portfolios, coursework, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies. This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.
Where will it take me?
Successful completion of the HND in International Travel and Tourism Management equips students to work within the industry. The HND provides students with flexibility of choice and opportunity to enhance current skills, knowledge and employability e.g. promotion opportunities, in their existing professional roles in a relevant sector e.g. Marketing and Sales Manager
- Operations Manager
- Tourism Development Manager
- Visitor Attractions Manager
- Events Manager
- Marketing & Sales Manager
How will it make me more employable?
Additional Costs
Estimated cost for field trips, college educational programmes and uniforms (College Hoodie) £300.
Accreditation
Course Modules
Research Project (Pearson-set)
Tourism Consumer Behaviour and Insight
Destination Marketing
Corporate Events Management
Strategic Destination Planning
Special Interest Tourism
Destination Management Services
Terms & Conditions
Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.
We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.
In addition to the above Terms & Conditions students must also adhere to the following:Students must comply with College Policies and procedures, submit all coursework and assessments by specified dates and Pass all modules in each year of study.
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