BTEC HND International Travel and Tourism Management

Why study this course?

• Full support by On Point Study from start until graduation.
• 87% of students were satisfied overall with their course.
• 90% of students agreed staff were good at explaining things.
• 92% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

Entry requirements

Academic Route

Minimum Age: 18 years

Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:

• Level 3 Qualifications (A Levels, NVQ Level 3, Diploma, Certificate, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)

• International Baccalaureate

• High School Level Qualifications

• Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (for example, GCSEs, NVQ Level 2, Diploma, or Certificate)

Work Route

Minimum Age: 21 years

Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.

English Language Proficiency

If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.

Interview

All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.

Assessments

You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future. A variety of assessment evidence types will be used, depending on the type of learning outcomes being evaluated. Some units, for example, require students to perform hands-on skills demonstrations, whereas others require students to conduct their own research and analysis, either independently or as part of a team. Methods of assessment may include, for example:

• Writing a report or essay
• Recording an interview or role play
• Examination or in-class tests
• Giving a presentation with assessor questioning
• Making a PowerPoint presentation
• Creating academic posters
• Displays or leaflets

Modules

Study & Career Progression

This HND course provides students with a solid foundation in travel and tourism upon which they can build. On successful completion of the Level 5 Higher National Diploma, students can develop their careers in the travel and tourism sector through:

• Entering employment
• Continuing existing employment
• Linking with the appropriate Professional Body
• Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Those who enter employment in the travel and tourism sector may do so in job roles such as:

• Marketing and Sales Manager
• Operations Manager
• Tourism Development Manager
• Visitor Attractions Manager
• Events Manager

Or you could continue your studies, heading to university for a Top-up to further your education. See our Top-up courses.

Student Fee's & Finance

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

• Tuition fee loans cover the full cost of your course and are paid directly to the course provider.
• Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
• Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
• Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
• Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.