3 Tourism Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs V. Maskell.
Students will study an in depth course which covers three different areas of the Pacific/Australasia region - these are New Zealand, the Pacific islands and Australia. Students will research accommodation, transport and attractions and activities available to tourists.
Course Overview
Term 1
During this term you will begin your journey by being introduced to terminology and concepts related to the Travel and Tourism industry. We focus our attention on New Zealand's place in the world, the importance of Tourism to our economy and the wonderful attractions, activities and accommodation options available to our tourists.
Credits available: 8 credits (working towards).
Term 2
During this term you should be completing the work that you started in Term one and then changing your attention to the Pacific Islands and the importance that Tourism has on our close island nations. You will be investigating attractions, activities, transport and accommodation options as well as lerning about the
unique cultures of the islands reserched.
Credits available: 5 credits (working towards)
Term 3
This term will see us turn our attention to Australia, our closest neighbour. We will research the attractions, activities, transport and accommodation options that make this country a popular destination for international travellers.
Credits available: 5 (working towards).
Term 4
During this term we will be recapping all that we have learnt and completing any unfinished activities.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students should have taken L2 Tourism and or Hospitality.
Students should have a genuine interest in the Travel and Tourism industry.
HoD Approval
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Clear File/refill
Pathway
By taking this course you will gain an insight into the exciting world of the Tourism industry within New Zealand and the employment opportunities available in international travel.
Assessment Information
All assessments are internally assessed.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 Pacific Island countries as visitor destinations
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of Australia as a tourist destination
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of New Zealand as a tourist destination
Pathway Possibilities
Flight Attendant, hotel receptionist, Workplace Relations Adviser, Personal Assistant, Human Resources Adviser, Ranger, Health Services Manager, Survey Interviewer, Parking Officer, Payroll Officer, Production Manager, Recruitment Consultant, Tyre Technician, Management Consultant,