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Travel & Tourism Diploma – Camborne 16-19 Adult
Location and start date
Cornwall College Camborne - 10 September 2025Duration
1 YearAttendance
Full-timeCourse information
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career in the travel and tourism industry, whether you want to join a local visitor attraction, hotel or holiday park, or work in a travel agency, venture further overseas as a resort representative, or even travel around the world as cabin crew or by working on a cruise ship, then we have the right course for you.
Our qualification consists of a range of units that enable you to learn, develop and practice skills required for this exciting industry. As well as delivering a wide range of skills and knowledge, our industry focus and employability ethos means that we have some of the best connections and partnerships to really help boost your career.
As part of our Travel and Tourism Training Suite we have a cabin crew training replica, overseas resort representative training venue, tourist information point and reception for you to practice the skills you need. Our students also experience working on a BAC 1-11 aircraft at the Cornwall Heritage Aviation Centre.
For those looking to enhance their CV’s, we have partnered up with Falmouth Events, The National Trust, St Ives Bay Holiday Park and Cornwall Aviation Heritage Centre. Students also take part in high profile events, like the Tall Ships Regatta, Falmouth Oyster Festival and the Padstow Christmas Festival.
Students take part in high profile events, like the Tall Ships Regatta, Falmouth Oyster Festival and the Padstow Christmas Festival. Students also have the opportunity to travel on a UK or overseas residential study visit; recent destinations include Barcelona, Paris, Disneyland and London. Other visits include Newquay Airport, the Eden Project, Heartlands, Flambards, St Ives, Pendennis Castle, St Michaels Mount, Lanhydrock, Bude and Land’s End. Plus, there is the chance to make the most of opportunities as they arise, such as going on board a cruise ship visiting Falmouth and to also take part in local, tourism related, community activities.
What our students say…
'‘We have great fun on this course and the staff are really helpful and friendly. We are always doing lots of different activities both in college and on our trips. I’m looking forward to progressing onto the Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism." - Jack, Level 2 Diploma student
Why not follow our Travel and Tourism social media to see what you could be doing on this course:
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While completing this course, you’ll cover a variety of subjects, such as: Worldwide travel and tourism destinations, worldwide visitor attractions, interpersonal skills for employment in the industry, retail travel services and activity tourism in the UK. You will also study a separate qualification on the aviation industry.
Alongside this you will achieve professional industry qualifications such as England’s Coast Ambassador and Sustainable Tourism.
Alongside this you will achieve professional industry qualifications such as England’s Coast Ambassador and Sustainable Tourism.
Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers
• Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, progress in maths and/or English.
Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry requirements or need a bit more information, like evidence or experience. Don't worry—we’ll guide you through everything when you apply!
• Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, progress in maths and/or English.
Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry requirements or need a bit more information, like evidence or experience. Don't worry—we’ll guide you through everything when you apply!
As part of your course you will be required to carry out Work Experience and/or an Industry Placement.
Continuous ongoing assessment takes place throughout the academic year to develop a portfolio of evidence. These include role-plays with your peers and members of the public, presentations, online multiple-choice exams, customer service based practical assessments, teambuilding activities, and written reports.
Continue your studies with our Travel & Tourism Diploma Level 3 or go onto an apprenticeship, such as our Level 3 Event Assistant Apprenticeship.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
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| Course type: | 16-19 Adult |
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| 16-18 Tuition fees: £0
If you’re aged 16-18 when you begin your course, you will usually be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support section. Financial support for School Leavers Tuition Fees: £1287.00
If you are aged 19 or over, financial support may be available depending on your circumstances and the specific course. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section. Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 10184-CAM-25
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