Level 3 Tourism
L3TOU Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr B. Carter.
Recommended Prior LearningRecommended that students have an interest in travel or the tourism industry. It is not essential that students have taken Level 2 tourism.
The tourism sector offers you the opportunity to drive change and innovation, while focusing on sustainable practices and mutual benefit for local communities. It is as dynamic as it is diverse. Tourism is a critical element of the New Zealand economy and has been earmarked by the Prime Minister as a key sector of the economy that continues to play a leading role in New Zealand’s economic development. It is about unlocking the potential of tourism places, managing natural and built resources, understanding heritage and cultural issues, developing events and co-creating experiences that leave a lasting impression on locals and visitors alike.
Course Overview
Semester A
Students research the New Zealand Tourism Industry and focus on some of the main hubs. Students look into specific detail at Queenstown and Rotorua.
Semester B
Students look more broadly at the New Zealand Tourism Industry.
Semester C
Students will look into Australia as a tourism destination.
Career Pathways
Holiday Park Manager, Hotel/Motel Manager, Deckhand, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Industrial Designer, Hotel Porter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Marine Engineer, Helicopter Pilot, Ship's Master, Tour Guide, Travel Agent/Adviser
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStudents work through online booklets about the tourism industry in New Zealand and locations around the world.