professional studies
BTEC LEVEL 3 travel & tourism
EC D btec LEVEL 3 public services
professional studies
BTEC LEVEL 3 travel & tourism
EC D btec LEVEL 3 public services
EC FD
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 To gain a real insight into the work carried out by the Public Services and the skills required to succeed in a career in this field .
3 To discover how the Public Services operate and deal with various situations .
3 To prepare you for direct entry into the Public Services or for a university course .
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Units may include Government Policies and the Public Services , Team Leadership and Development , Citizenship and Diversity in the Public Services , Physical Preparation for the Uniformed Services , Aspects of the Legal System and Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions .
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Coursework . Written tasks , practical activities and presentations .
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE
• willingness to participate in a range of activities and prepared to lead a team on occasions
• real interest in a career in the Public Services , although it is not necessary to know which one yet
• ability to meet deadlines .
PROGRESSION
You will be well prepared to apply for a position in the Public Services or to continue your study in Higher Education . Previous students have successfully entered the Army , Navy , RAF and Royal Marine Commandos . We have students who are currently serving with the Police . Higher Education courses that students have progressed onto include Public Services , Policing , Criminology , Law , Sociology , Sport , Outdoor Activities and Criminal Justice .
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REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 You want to develop your knowledge of the world . 3 You want a career working in an airport , overseas etc . 3 You are aiming to go to university to study or gain an apprenticeship in travel .
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
The travel industry and the roles of different organisations within it . How to use maps and atlases to research and locate global destinations , geographical features and what makes them appealing to visitors . How to create travel itineraries and investigate the trends and reasons for popularity . Find out how travel agents , tour operators , hotels and holiday parks gain more knowledge about their customers , their needs , expectations and how to keep them loyal . This is equivalent to one A-Level in the first year . If you opt for a Year 2 National Diploma in Travel and Tourism this offers the chance to research current issues within the industry and the UK as a tourist destination .
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Written assessments Roleplays Map work Presentations .
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE
• a keen interest in Travel and Tourism
• motivation , organisation and a thirst for learning more about the travel and tourism industries and where they may take you
PROGRESSION
Tourism at university . Students often go on to study a Tourism Management degree which often incorporates a paid overseas placement in the third year of study . This BTEC also provides a good foundation for those who would prefer an apprenticeship with a travel company . Some students have become overseas representatives for Thomas Cook and some are currently working as cabin crew for Virgin Atlantic and Jet 2 .
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
Activities organised by your tutors including Police and Fire Service visits and personal activity days with the Army , RAF , Navy and Royal Marines . There is also an opportunity to take part in an overseas study trip . Public Services students have travelled to New York and also undertook a residential with the Royal Marines at the training centre in Devon .
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
We try to provide you with the experience and knowledge you will need to work in the travel industry and have a variety of visits and guest speakers , such as cabin crew , to enhance your learning .
58 See page 24 for vocational qualifications key .