Travel, Tourism & Hospitality
Level 3 qualification suite
Skills to excel in a dynamic global industry
Information for learners
Turn your love of travel, people, and culture into a career. ABE’s new Level 3 Travel, Tourism and Hospitality qualifications give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to begin your journey in one of the world’s most dynamic industries
Why study travel, tourism and hospitality (TTH)
The travel, tourism and hospitality sector has been described as a job creation juggernaut, supporting approximately one in every ten jobs globally Our qualifications are designed to give you the skills to stand out and thrive in this dynamic sector
It’s a sector that needs people
Many jobs in TTH rely on human interaction and creativity - roles that are harder to replace with AI
TTH is a great career choice if you:
Enjoy meeting new people
Why ABE?
Are curious about different cultures.
Flexibility & choice - select the qualification that suits your time and objectives from short, targeted Awards to a full 120-credit Diploma, from a pure TTH qualification, to business and leadership combinations you are sure to find a qualification that meets your needs!
High-quality support resources - tutor and study guides for every unit
Leadership development - you will receive complimentary studying membership of The Institute of Leadership for the first year - providing a wealth of resources to further support your long-term professional development
See the full qualification framework on page 7.
ABE is an independent subsidiary of The Institute ofLeadership
It's on a growth trajectory
By 2034, tourism is expected to generate revenue of $16 trillion, accounting for 114% of the global economy
Enjoy being organised, creative, and making experiences memorable.
Future-ready skills you’ll gain with our qualifications
Customer engagement & service excellence
Communication & teamwork
Problem-solving in real-world scenarios
Cultural awareness & ethical tourism
Leadership and personal development
Digital literacy and data awareness
With so much choice, here’s an insight into the different qualification options and what they mean
→ Level 3 Award (10 credits) – quick insight
→ Level 3 Certificate (30 credits) – build your foundation
→ Level 3 Foundation Diploma (40 credits) – complete your TTH sector insight
→ Level 3 Diploma (60 credits) – strengthen your expertise
→ Level 3 Diploma (120 credits) – the complete package
Your ABE journey
Here’s an illustration of an ABE journey
ABE Level 3 Diploma
ABE Level 4 Diploma (120 credits)
ABE Level 5 Diploma (120 credits)
ABE Level 6 Diploma (120 credits)
Go into a starter role
Enter a degree programme
Go into a junior role
Enter year two of a three-year degree programme
Go into a junior executive role
Enter year three of a three-year degree programme
Go into an executive role
Enter year three of a three-year degree programme or start an MBA
If you plan to progress to a degree, the more ABE Levels you do the more money you are likely to save
See more in the careers and universities section of our website
About your ABE qualification
Hard copy certificates are issued as standard. All assessments are marked in the UK, ensuring a consistent global standard.
Level 3 is the same level of difficulty as an A-level. Units are assessed by assignment or open book exam.
Take your first step into the world of travel, tourism and hospitality. You’ll gain a concise overview of how the industry works and its impact on the global economy, culture and environment.
Our Awards are perfect if you want a short, focused qualification. The Certificate will build your knowledge, and the Diploma will further expand your skill set and boost your confidence.
See the unit list on page 7. For more information, go to www.abeuk.com/TTH
