Tourism Level 2
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Dyer.
Part 1: 'World Tourism'
This course starts by looking at the history of tourism in the world and in Aotearoa/NZ. This is followed by a look at world tourism destinations; their gateway cities, attractions, activities, and events. Students will then explore the impacts of tourism, both physical and socio-cultural - important to the sustainability of world tourism.
Part 2: 'Travel Agent'
This part of the course requires students to learn how to understand, plan, and prepare itineraries for tourists, taking on the role of a travel agent. You will explore New Zealand as a tourist destination looking at accommodation, attractions, and events, followed by an understanding of tourist characteristics and needs.
Includes a one day field trip to Lake Takapo or similar.
Find out about this expanding and revitalised industry which has a huge number of career pathways. This course is also a great add-on for anyone taking hospitality/food technology, outdoor education and geography.
Course Summary:
- The History of Tourism
- World Tourism Destinations
- Impacts of Tourism on the Physical Environment
- Social and Cultural Impacts of Tourism
- Destination New Zealand
- Tourist Characteristics and Needs
- Field trip to Lake Takapo or similar
## If you choose Tourism - you might be interested in Adventure Tourism - link here or Outdoor Education (link here)
For further information see: Ms Dyer
Course Overview
Term 1
- The History of Tourism
- World Tourist Destinations
Term 2
- The Impacts of Tourism on the Physical Environment
- Destination New Zealand
Term 3
- Tourist Characteristics and Needs
- The Socio-Cultural Impacts of Tourism
Pathway
Holiday Park Manager, Hotel/Motel Manager, Deckhand, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Industrial Designer, Hotel Porter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Helicopter Pilot, Ship's Master, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser, Ski Instructor, Customer Services, Waiter, Recreation Co-ordinator, Youth Worker, Secondary/Primary School Teacher, Flight Attendant, Pilot, and many more.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of tourism
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Describe and compare social and cultural impacts of tourism
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Describe and compare impacts of tourism on the environment
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Demonstrate knowledge of world tourist destinations
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Demonstrate knowledge of destination Aotearoa New Zealand
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Demonstrate knowledge of tourist characteristics and needs
Pathway Tags
Holiday Park Manager, Hotel/Motel Manager, Deckhand, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Industrial Designer, Hotel Porter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Helicopter Pilot, Ship's Master, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser, Ski Instructor, Customer Services, Waiter, Recreation Co-ordinator, Youth Worker, Secondary/Primary School Teacher, Flight Attendant, Pilot, and many more.,