Entry requirements
- National 4 – 3 passes plus
- National 5 – at least 1 pass, preferably in English or Geography
- For school leavers and those returning to education, relevant life skills and experience may be considered.
Why take this course?
This course will introduce you to the wide range of roles available in travel tourism.
You’ll gain the essential knowledge and skills for a career in travel, tourism or other customer-facing industries.
What you will experience
- Air Cabin Crew Introduction
- Travel Agency Skills
- Tourist Destinations
- Resort Rep
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before applying to this course.
What you will get
SQA Qualifications (SCQF Level 5)
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, please view the specific English language requirements for this course.
How do I pay for this course?
If you are studying a full-time non-advanced course (below HNC level), you may be entitled to funding.
How to apply to NESCol
You can apply for a full-time course online or using a paper form.
Open Days
Open Days are a great way to find out more about this course and what it’s like to study at NESCol. You will see facilities, meet lecturers and get a feel for life as a student.
Our next Open Day will take place on 30 November 2024, register your interest.
Be among the first to apply when applications open on 30 November for full-time courses starting in summer 2025.
Do you need extra support?
NESCol can provide extra support to students who have additional support needs, including:
- learning difficulties or disabilities
- physical or sensory disabilities
- mental health and wellbeing concerns
- are care experienced or young carers
How do I cover the cost of living?
You may be eligible for additional funding to support the cost of living, including travel costs, cost of materials, and childcare.
Find out more about the types of funding and whether you are eligible here
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
This course is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme. This means that you are required to have access to your own laptop computer, netbook or similar device in class each day that you are in college.
This may be funded or part-funded by a bursary, if you are eligible to receive one.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:
University
You would need to undertake further study at HND level to progress to a range of university degrees.
Employment
Common employment roles in the travel and tourism industry include:
- Airport Check-in Staff
- Airport Ground Crew
- Retail Travel Agent
- Seasonal Tour Guide
- Hospitality Supervisor
- Customer Service Personnel
- Cabin Crew (Regional/Charter)
Student Stories
Alysia Dewar
Travel & Tourism
HND Travel & Tourism
“I highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a change in their career to make the leap and apply to NESCol. Follow your passion as life is too short not to.”
Read more about Alysia's story
Hannah Stenhouse
Travel & Tourism
HND Travel & Tourism
“I really enjoyed the course and College life in general. My lecturers were all very supportive, they really listen to you and were always on hand to provide additional help if needed.”
Read more about Hannah's story
Karolina Navikaite & Shannon Ingram
Travel & Tourism
HNC Travel and Tourism
“One of the best things about the course was learning about the travel industry through the lecturers’ own experiences of working in it. Working as cabin crew is an amazing career and NESCol can definitely help you get there!”
Read more about their story
Morven Knight
Travel & Tourism
HND Travel & Tourism
“College has been really great for making new friends and giving me the opportunity to progress to university.”
Read more about Morven's story
Applications
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