L3Pearson BTEC International Level 3
Travel and Tourism
You'll study destination management, customer service excellence, event planning and sustainable tourism. A Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma: 1,080 guided learning hours, equivalent in size to three International A Levels.
Full title: Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism
- Level
- Level 3Extended Diploma
- Size
- 1,080guided learning hours
- Units
- 7 mandatoryplus 10 optional listed
- For
- Ages 16 to 18typically
01What you'll study
Four areas of study.
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Destination Management
Understand global destinations, tourism infrastructure, visitor attractions, and destination marketing strategies.
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Customer Service Excellence
Develop outstanding customer service skills, handle complaints, and create memorable visitor experiences.
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Event Planning
Plan and coordinate tourism events, festivals, conferences, and cultural celebrations for diverse audiences.
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Sustainable Tourism
Promote responsible travel, environmental protection, and community-based tourism development practices.
Where you learn
In Lisbon, or wherever you are.
The same Pearson qualification, whichever way you study.
02The units
What's on the course.
Mandatory units, plus optional units. Your final set of optional units is confirmed with your academic team.
- Mandatory
- 7
- Optional listed
- 10
- PSA units
- 3
- Unit 1 The Travel and Tourism IndustryPSA Mandatory
- Unit 2 Worldwide Travel and Tourism DestinationPSA Mandatory
- Unit 3 Marketing Travel and Tourism to Domestic and International Customers Mandatory
- Unit 4 Customer Service in Travel and Tourism Mandatory
- Unit 5 Travel and Tourism Enterprises Mandatory
- Unit 16 My Country as a Tourist Destination Mandatory
- Unit 17 The Accommodation Sector in the Travel and Tourism IndustryPSA Mandatory
Show the 10 optional units
- Unit 6 Specialist Tourism Optional
- Unit 7 Sustainable Tourism Optional
- Unit 8 The Airport Experience Optional
- Unit 9 Visitor Attractions Optional
- Unit 10 Global and Domestic Passenger Transport Optional
- Unit 11 Events, Conferences and Exhibitions for the Travel and Tourism Industry Optional
- Unit 12 Investigating Overseas Working Optional
- Unit 13 Work Experience in Travel and Tourism Optional
- Unit 14 The Cruise Industry Optional
- Unit 15 Recruitment and Selection in Travel and Tourism Optional
PSA Pearson Set Assignment: a unit assessed through an assignment that Pearson sets.
03How you're assessed
Assessed through assignments.
Assignment-based (coursework), with some Pearson Set Assignment units.
Assessment at a glance
- Coursework-based assessment: tourism plans, destination portfolios, presentations, and industry reports.
- PSA units use Pearson briefs with external standards verification.
Skills you build
- Destination planning, tour operations, travel booking systems, and itinerary design
- Customer service excellence, complaint handling, and visitor experience management
- Event planning, hospitality management, and tourism marketing and promotion
- Sustainable tourism practices, cultural awareness, and responsible travel management
04Where it leads
Every level opens the next.
An HNC (Level 4) is the next level after Level 3.
- L3 Travel and Tourism This course
- HNC HNC Choose a subject
- HND HND Choose a subject
- Degree top-up On application
What is a BTEC?
A career-focused qualification from Pearson. BTECs are assignment-based: you are assessed through coursework, with some Pearson Set Assignment units.
Is Level 3 the right level for me?
It depends on your age and what you have studied so far. Level 2 typically suits ages 14 to 16 and Level 3 ages 16 to 18. Tell us about yourself and we'll suggest a starting level.
How big is the qualification?
1,080 guided learning hours, which Pearson describes as equivalent in size to three International A Levels.
What does it cost?
Fees are set by level, with and without boarding. The Level 3 figures are on the fees page. See the fees.
How do I apply?
Send us an enquiry with the subject and level you are interested in. We'll get back to you to talk through your options and the next steps.
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Where will you start?
Tell us about yourself, what you'd like to study and whether you'd rather join us in Lisbon or online. We'll suggest a starting level and talk you through your options.