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Course area
Travel, Tourism and Aviation
Student types
16 - 18 coursesCourses for 19+ students
Course type
Full-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 3
Start date
Tuesday 1st September 2026
Location
City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Course code
Parent course code:C058944 Child course code: Q058945
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Course introduction

This course is perfect if you want to develop your understanding of the principles of working within the tourism and aviation sector and to pursue a career in the travel, tourism and aviation industry.

You will learn: 

9 units selected by lecturers from an extensive list. Examples may include: 

  • Unit 04: Travel and tourism destinations
  • Unit 10: The UK conference and event industry
  • Unit 11: Marketing for travel and tourism
  • Unit 13: Resort representative roles and responsibilities
  • Unit 16: Worldwide passenger airlines
  • Unit 17: The cruise industry
  • Unit 24: Flight Operations
  • Unit 25: Airport Terminal Operations
  • Unit 27: Commercial operations of airports and airlines 

You can expect visits to East Midlands Airport and guest speakers. We will also help you to gain valuable experience by taking part in the job fair which provides a real insight into the industry.

A picture of a board at an airport pointing to arrivals and transfers.

You will be encouraged to undertake 30+ hours of work placement while you are studying.

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Course information

1 year

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism with Aviation Pathway

You will need to have completed the Introductory Diploma in Travel and Tourism with Aviation Pathway and have 5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including English Language and Maths 

You’ll complete scenario-based assessments, written assignments, practical role plays and presentations.

You could choose to follow with further studies at Nottingham College onto the L4 HNC International Travel and Tourism Management or Level 4 HNC in Hospitality and Management. 

You could also pursue a career as an event organiser, travel agent or travel the world by gaining employment in the following career paths but not exclusive to: 

  • Air cabin crew
  • Airport ground staff
  • Airport/airline management 

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are aged 19 or over you may still be eligible for funding. Check out our Financial Help pages to find out more!

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.

Careers related to this course

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Travel Agents

Potential Earnings

£48,994.08

Average Earnings

£28,697.00

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Accommodation, Travel and Food Services

People in these occupations provide lodging, travel, and tourism support services and prepare and serve food and beverages.

Skills

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.
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Economic data for careers is provided by Lightcast and also available through our Career Coach app. Job postings, employment and earnings information is represented at the regional level for the East Midlands.

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