Course Summary

This dynamic course is designed for students that are looking to step into the Travel and Tourism sector. Students are taught by industry experts that can help build their academic skills as well as their Travel and Tourism skills The rationale for Foundation Degrees centres on the 'thinking practitioner' by linking theory and practice to produce effective management and operational skills. The delivery of the modules will reflect this. The course is academic, broad based and is designed to provide students with an understanding of, and the ability to, apply fundamental theories and concepts of tourism, leisure and hospitality. Specialist modules give the course particular focus leading to the achievement of one of the two foundation degrees available. **Please note: This course is currently undergoing a review which may impact the advertised modules. Any changes will be communicated to interested parties to ensure they wish to proceed with their application.**

Course Details - Modules

Please note: This course is currently undergoing a review which may impact the advertised modules. Any changes will be communicated to interested parties to ensure they wish to proceed with their application. The modules studied will include the following: Year 1: • Professional Development 1 • Personal and Academic Development • Consumer Behaviour • Management Functions. In addition to this, specialist modules will be completed in each semester: • Health, Safety and Law in a Hospitality Context • Food Production Management. Year 2: • Professional Development 2 • Research Methods • Marketing • Events Management. In addition to this, specialist modules will be completed in each semester: • International Food and Beverage Management • Revenue Management. Work experience, placement or a job in a related industry are an essential part of the programme. It is feasible to utilise existing employment if the employer is in agreement. For students who are not employed in the industry, the onus is on the student to identify and acquire their own placement, however assistance will be given.

Course Details – Assessment Method

The programme is assessed through a variety of methods including: essays, formal reports, reflective critiques, individual presentations, and an exam (for the Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality programme only - in year 1). Assessment of work-based learning is evidenced through the production of a self-reflective document, examining ‘critical incidents’ in depth. In a number of modules, the employer has 10% of the student’s mark and gives individual feedback on a number of competencies: self-management and development; managing tasks; communicating clearly and effectively; working with and relating to others; applying initiative in work problems; the ability to meet learning outcomes. The programme allows 120 credits at each level.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: N225

Institution code: L43

Campus Name: Duke St

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

The College uses UCAS tariff points to standardise entry requirements and make it easier to compare applicants for courses. Therefore, after converting qualifications achieved, applicants should hold a total tariff score for all relevant qualifications of at least 96 points. Use the UCAS tariff value calculator to check your qualifications at: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator

It is expected that all applicants will hold relevant Level 2 maths and English qualifications equivalent to GCSE grade C/4 or above. Mature students: The University Centre welcomes applications from mature students who have relevant experience in lieu of the minimum entry requirements. Mature students (over 21) without formal qualifications may be accepted subject to satisfactory literacy and numeracy tests, work experience (if applicable) and a strong personal statement. Recognition of Prior Learning: Applicants may meet entry requirements through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which awards academic credits through recognition of prior learning via work and other life experiences. Recognition of Prior Learning is either certificated (RPCL) through formal assessment, or Experiential (RPEL) via skills and knowledge developed through work and voluntary activities. Students should refer to the RPL Policy on the University Centre website: www.liv-coll.ac.uk/study-at-the-college/higher-education/he-policies-and-procedures/

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 8278.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8278.0 Year 1
Scotland 8278.0 Year 1
Wales 8278.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

The Learning Exchange
Roscoe Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L1 9DW

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