Introduction

The world is at your feet when it comes to our travel and tourism courses. Whether it’s your dream to travel the world as a holiday rep or you want to stay closer to home and work as a tourism officer, you will learn the skills you need to succeed to get your dream career off the ground. You’ll benefit from guidance and mentorship from employees and past students who work in the industry. Learners will study UK visitor attractions, sustainable and responsible tourism, the UK conference and event industry, tour guiding as well as resort reps, cruise, travel agency operations. Learners will also be given the opportunity to work with and volunteer for local tourist boards, assisting with events in the local area. This helps learners to gain work experience in local tourism, hospitality and event organisations.

What will I learn

You will cover a range of specialist units including the cruise sector, events and conferences, retail travel, working as an overseas resort representative and building a more detailed knowledge of worldwide organisations. You will learn through group and individual study, educational trips, practical activities, guest speakers and research.

What's next

Continue your studies by progressing on to our FdA in Aviation and Tourism or other relevant university course. Or you could start your career now by moving into an industry-relevant role.

Additional Information

You will have the opportunity to take part in a selection of college enrichment activities as part of the course, as well as industry work placement opportunities.

You’ll benefit from guidance and mentorship from employees and past students who work in the industry.
Stockton Riverside College have an on-site travel agents which you’ll work in throughout your course gaining excellent hands-on experience.
As part of your travel & tourism course you’ll visit Dublin, Manchester, York and more super exciting places.
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