Do you want to become one of the next generations of aviation professionals? Then look no further than this programme to launch your career during a time of high global personnel demand. Due to the critical shortage of aviation personnel worldwide across all jobs, we have created a course that integrates industry training with educational elements to link curriculum subjects with the real world.
Learners must complete the following to successfully complete their diploma:
• 3 mandatory units, and
• 6 optional units, with a minimum of 5 aviation-related units.
Mandatory units include:
- The UK travel and tourism industry
- Customer service in travel and tourism
- Preparing for a career in travel and tourism
Aviation-related optional units (only some are required to meet the "aviation" pathway minimum): - Investigating airline cabin crew
- UK airports
- Worldwide passenger airlines
- Flight operations
- Airport terminal operations
- Airport ground operations
- Commercial operations of airports and airlines
- Aviation communications
- Leadership and human resources
- Health, safety and security in aviation.
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Entry requirements
Learners should have already achieved a Level 2 Travel and Tourism qualification (or equivalent), or possess some prior experience or understanding of the subject area.
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Who is the course for?
This qualification is tailored for learners aiming to move into higher-level studies or relevant roles within travel, tourism, and especially the aviation sector. It’s designed for inclusion within a study programme.
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Study methods
All students will study an Introductory Diploma in the first year of their programme. This consists of classroom-based activities and coursework and incorporates a weekly tutorial as well as private study.
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How is the course assessed?
This qualification is assessed internally via a portfolio of evidence. Assessment is internally assessed and externally moderated. Direct Claim Status (DCS) is not permitted for this qualification.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
Careers within aviation such as Airport Operations, Ground Handling, or Airline Services.
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Where Next – Further Studies
Upon completion, learners can progress to:
- Higher education (such as degrees in Travel and Tourism, Air Transport and Operations, or related fields)
- Industry training, apprenticeships, or degree apprenticeships.
- Higher education (such as degrees in Travel and Tourism, Air Transport and Operations, or related fields)
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
