Diploma in Travel & Tourism
FAQs
- A candidate wants a full certificate but fails one optional module. Can they obtain the full certificate when they pass the failed paper after a re–sit?
- At what levels is the International Diploma in Travel and Tourism available?
- How are certificates issued?
- How is the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism assessed?
- How long does it take to gain the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism?
- How much time is allowed to re–sit the failed module?
- What are the entry requirements for a course leading to the Cambridge International Diploma (CID) in Travel and Tourism?
- What does the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism cover?
- Who is the CID in Travel and Tourism suitable for?
- A candidate wants a full certificate but fails one optional module. Can they obtain the full certificate when they pass the failed paper after a re–sit?
- Yes, they will achieve the full certificate when they have passed the required number of modules.
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- At what levels is the International Diploma in Travel and Tourism available?
- Travel and Tourism is available at Standard and Advanced level of the CIE framework of qualifications, i.e. Standard is equivalent to IGCSE and Advanced is equivalent to ‘A’ level GCE.
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- How are certificates issued?
- A candidate who successfully achieves the Core Module will receive the Core Certificate. Candidates who achieve an Optional Module will receive an Optional Module certificate. Completion of two Optional Modules, together with the Core Module, will result in the complete Cambridge International Diploma (CID) in Travel and Tourism. This applies to both Standard and Advanced levels thus allowing for flexibility in learning and giving candidates the chance to complete the entire CID in Travel and Tourism or those parts they are particularly interested in.
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- How is the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism assessed?
- At Standard level the Core Module is assessed by means of a written examination (2 hours), available in May and October each year. The Optional Modules in Marketing and Promotion and Travel Organisation are also assessed by means of a written examination (2 ½ hours).
The Optional Module in Visitor Services is assessed by means of an assignment which enables candidates to demonstrate their understanding of the topic. The pattern for the Advanced level is a 2 ½ examination (in May and October) for the Core and assignments for all the Option modules. - Top of page
- How long does it take to gain the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism?
- For the Standard Award, the Core Module can be delivered in approximately 80 learning hours, with each Optional Module based around 40 learning hours. For the Advanced Award, 100 hours are advised for the Core and 60 hours for each Option module. However, these figures are only a guide and Centres may structure the delivery of the course to meet the needs of a particular group. This applies to both Standard & Advanced levels.
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- How much time is allowed to re–sit the failed module?
- Candidates have a total of 3 years to complete all the modules for an award, including any re–sits.
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- What are the entry requirements for a course leading to the Cambridge International Diploma (CID) in Travel and Tourism?
- There are no formal entry requirements for the Standard level CID. Assessments are only available in English and candidates should possess the necessary language skills. For the Advanced level candidates should have achieved the CIE Standard level in Travel and Tourism or Business.
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- What does the Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism cover?
- The CID in Travel and Tourism at Standard level is made up of a Core Module and a range of Optional Modules. The Core Module consists of the travel and tourism industry, features of worldwide destinations, customer care and working procedures and travel and tourism products and services.
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- Who is the CID in Travel and Tourism suitable for?
- The Cambridge International Diploma in Travel and Tourism is aimed at those who are interested in a career in travel and tourism or in one of many linked service industries. The qualification may also be used by those already working in Travel and Tourism who wish to have their skills and experience recognised and certificated.
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