As the only college in Scotland’s capital city
and centre of tourism, we are excited to offer this new course. This course will be
delivered online using Microsoft Teams and via our virtual learning environment - Moodle. The course will
focus on developing and enhancing skills required for gaining employment within
the tourism and hospitality sector and is designed to offer the flexibility to study at your
own pace and prepare you for a wide variety of future roles. This is an 18-week, level 6 SCQF course running from January through to mid-June and will ensure
you have the necessary knowledge and skills to apply for a job in
Edinburgh and across Scotland as the tourism industry recovers and grows.
The majority of our courses will be delivered online only for the beginning of 2021. A limited number of courses will have classes on campus. You will be contacted by your lecturer if your course will include any face-to-face classes on campus.
You will study a variety of subjects from across the sector gaining valuable insight and access to employers and the job market and learning how to deliver excellent customer care and preparing you for the selection process.
What you will learn:
- Scotland and Edinburgh Tourism Product Knowledge
- Planning Tours and Creating Itineraries
- Business Communication
- Structure and Organisation of the Travel and Tourism Industry
- Customer Care Skills
- Reception Skills
- Enhancing Skills for Employability
- Selling the Travel and Tourism Product
It is preferable that applicants have achieved:
- A minimum of six National 4s or equivalent at SCQF Level 4
Although we will welcome applicants who have enthusiasm and a passion for the industry which will be reflected in your strong personal statement.
We will consider each application on an individual basis.
English Proficiency Requirements
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How the course is assessed
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- Online tests and quizzes
- Tests
- Role plays
- Reports
All applicants will be contacted via either:
Progression And Articulation Routes
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Student who have successfully completed this course may progress onto:
- Travel & Tourism courses at SCQF levels 5 in September 2021
Download our progression route map hereA wide range of career options in the tourism and hospitality sector.
- Classes are held online using Microsoft Teams
Course Cost And Funding Options
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Full Time
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