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Travel and Tourism HNC

Campus Granton Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 7

Study mode Full time

Start date Aug 2025

Course overview
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Progression & career opportunities
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Course overview

This HNC Tourism course is a one-year advanced level qualification leading directly to employment in the travel and tourism sector or second-year entry to BA (Hons) Tourism Management at Edinburgh Napier University and Queen Margaret University. This course is uniquely designed to prepare you for work in the tourism industry in Scotland and the UK with opportunities to work in the fields of cabin crew, airport operations, tour operators, travel agents and tour guides.

What you will learn

Working as Senior Air Cabin Crew
Airline and Airport Ground Operations
Creating a Culture of Customer Care
Structure and Organisation of the Travel and Tourism Industry
Applying Marketing Principles in Travel and Tourism
Air Travel
Tour Guiding and Resort Representation
Visitor Attraction Operations
International Tourist Destinations
Role of History, Geneology and Culture
Business Communication

How the course is assessed

You will be assessed through academic, role play and practical assignments throughout the year

Number of days per week

3 days per week

Entry requirements

Minimum 2 Academic Highers at Grade C or above in relevant subjects or relevant NC pass at SCQF Level 6
Attitude and aptitude personal statement and interview

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

Candidates will be asked to attend an information session to assess if this is the correct course for you

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

This is an employability course designed to get you ready for sector employability

Career options

Travel representative
Cabin crew member
Ground crew member
Airport operations
Tour operator
Travel agent
A role in customer service

Study Options

Campus	Study mode	Start date
Granton Campus	Full time	25/08/25

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