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Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism – Level 3

at DCG, Derby · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time£6,602

What the college says

This two-year course will give you an in-depth understanding of the travel and tourism industry. It will prepare you for working in a wide variety of different roles within this broad sector. You may have an interest in passenger transport, airports and aviation, the tourist economy, conferences and events, marketing and promotion, accommodation services or customer service and in roles such as holiday rep, travel agent and cabin crew.You will hear from guest speakers representing some of the largest air travel organisations. The course also includes mock interviews and work placements with Agiito, Jurys Inns and Derby Museums, to name but a few.Candidates should have a desire to enter higher education or to find employment in this sector. Students should have strong time management and organisational skills alongside a professional personality and ‘can do’ attitude.

What you need to get on

You will need the majority of your GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths at grade 4 or better. Alternatively you could have a Level 2 Merit grade in a Travel and Tourism/Cabin Crew or related qualification and a grade 4 GCSE in Maths and English. A keen interest in the subject is essential, so too is a customer focussed outlook.

How you are assessed

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

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

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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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Derby

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