Travel & Tourism

If you want to work in a dynamic and ever-evolving sector where staff with the latest industry skills and knowledge are in constant demand, a recognised qualification will help to get your career off to a flying start.

Travel and Tourism

During your course you will learn about the travel industry in the UK and abroad, visit a range of visitor attractions, find out about traditional and emerging job roles, and will also get the chance to do work experience abroad through the Turing scheme.

Take a look at the travel and tourism courses on offer and what you’ll learn, then hit the apply button to start your application.

Five reasons to choose City of Wolverhampton College:

  • Study at the brand new £61 million City Learning Quarter campus
  • Sector-recognised Edexcel qualifications
  • Tutors who have worked in the industry and have extensive knowledge of the sector
  • Progress to the next level of study on completion of your qualification
  • Opportunity to do work experience abroad
Full time courses

Our Travel and Tourism Facilities

The Travel and Tourism department at the Wellington Road campus is equipped with a range of industry-standard training facilities to enable you to benefit from hands-on learning and gain practical experience in realistic settings to prepare you for a future career in the sector.

Equipment includes a mock check-in desk and authentic equipment – such as life vests, oxygen masks, and seat belts – used by cabin crew for in-flight safety demonstrations.

Our Travel and Tourism Facilities

The Travel and Tourism department at the Wellington Road campus is equipped with a range of industry-standard training facilities to enable you to benefit from hands-on learning and gain practical experience in realistic settings to prepare you for a future career in the sector.

Equipment includes a mock check-in desk and authentic equipment – such as life vests, oxygen masks, and seat belts – used by cabin crew for in-flight safety demonstrations. 

Employer Links

The college is proud to work in partnership with National Trust Whitwick Manor and Moseley Old Hall, strengthening our Travel and Tourism provision through a range of collaborative activities. This partnership helps ensure learners benefit from high‑quality industry engagement and real‑world experience through:

  • Curriculum design support, ensuring our teaching reflects current industry practice and visitor experience standards
  • Work experience and volunteering opportunities, giving students valuable hands‑on experience within heritage and tourism settings
  • Guest talks and information sessions delivered by industry professionals, providing insight into careers within the travel and tourism sector
  • Free site passes during certain times of year, allowing students to explore attractions first‑hand and enhance their understanding of the visitor experience

Student success stories