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BTEC Level 2 First Award in Travel and Tourism

at DCG, Derby · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 2Applied and BTECAward36 weeksFull time

What the college says

The BTEC Level 2 First Award in Travel and Tourism is designed for learners who want a qualification that links their education to real‑world, vocational learning in the tourism and visitor economy sector. Students gain a foundational understanding of the subject, develop sector‑specific knowledge, and build transferable skills to support future study or employment. The qualification is intended for learners who:Are motivated by practical, applied learning and prefer assessment through assignments and real‑world scenarios rather than exams alone.Want to progress to further study at Level 3, apprenticeships, or employment in travel, tourism, hospitality, events, customer service, and related sectors.Benefit from developing key skills such as teamwork, communication, independent learning, research, planning and customer service which are all skills valued widely across industries.The course is well suited for students who are curious about how the tourism and visitor economy sector operates, enjoy exploring destinations, and want to understand the role of customer experience, global events, and industry organisations.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above and one must be Maths or GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • DERBY COLLEGE @ THE ROUNDHOUSE

    Roundhouse Road Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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