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Step into your future in travel and tourism

If you are interested in travel, customer experience and global industries, this subject area offers a strong starting point. We offer courses at Levels 1, 2 and 3, so you can start at the point that is right for you and build your skills as you progress.

Learn by doing

You will take part in booking simulations, customer service scenarios, event planning and destination research, supported by visits to airports, hotels and attractions.

Our facilities and your support

You will learn in specialist environments including a travel agency, customer service space and a simulated aircraft. These settings help you build confidence and professional skills, supported by partnerships with organisations such as British Airways and Southend Airport.

Where this could take you

Travel and tourism supports around 3.1 million jobs in the UK, offering opportunities across aviation, hospitality and global travel services. You will develop the skills and experience to progress into further study or employment.Step into your future in travel and tourism

If you are interested in travel, customer experience and global industries, this subject area offers a strong starting point. We offer courses at Levels 1, 2 and 3, so you can start at the point that is right for you and build your skills as you progress.

 

Student Success Stories

Celebrating Success 2026: Travel & Tourism Student of the Year – Isabella Gentry

Travel & Tourism

At SECG I met new people and I really enjoyed the fun of taking part in real‑life roleplays that we got to do in the cabin crew part of the course. My tutor supported us throughout the entirety of the course, which allowed us to feel confident in knowing who to go to if we needed help with our assignments.

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Rob Wood

Rob Wood

Aviation Operations Extended Diploma

Looking back, the course not only prepared me for my career but also helped me develop as a person. It gave me the skills, knowledge and mindset needed to progress into a professional environment.

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