03TSM

Level 3 Tourism

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Malaeimi-Tyrell.

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in New Zealand's expanding tourism sector, one of New Zealand's largest employers. In this course, students will be able to research tourism destinations (regions) such as the South Pacific, Europe, Americas, Asia and Middle East. Students will also develop their knowledge and understanding of the tourism industry.  You can attend workshops and courses with some tertiary tourism providers such as the New Zealand School of Tourism (NZST) and International Travel College (ITC). There is a Trades Tourism Waananga for Year 13 Tourism students only. If you choose this Waananga, you will earn extra credits and learn important topics about tourism.  You will also be given the opportunity to take part in several day excursions that involve tourism focused activities. Exciting times are ahead. 

Course Overview

Term 1
You will begin exploring the amazing Te Reo Maaori Greetings and Farewell assessment that will have you connect with Aorearoa.

Term 2
The second assessment is Tourism Industry, this is an introduction and recap of all the sectors within the tourism industry.

Term 3
The Cultural natural and man-made Assessment Tourism Maaori. Exploring the history of Tangata Whenua.
Online assessments, which you will use the program set for you and gain up to 10 plus credits.

Term 4
Recap and catch up OR choose to gain more credits.
Plan your career - this is a new assessment that can enhance and hopefully, keep you excited about your future goals and plannings.

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry

Recommendation: Students who are INTERESTED in Tourism and are keen to embark on a Tourism journey (pathway)

Pathway

The Tourism Industry
https://www.tia.org.nz
The link above shows you all the amazing things happening within the Tourism Industry in Aotearoa. You are not limited to just NZ, there are many things and roles around the world that can lead and inspire you to your calling in life.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 33 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 33 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 3727 v10
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of Pacific Island countries as visitor destinations
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 18212 v5
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of New Zealand as a tourist destination
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 23766 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the tourism industry
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 28126 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of world geography, including the Pacific Islands and Australia, relevant to the travel industry
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 31070 v3
NZQA Info
Explain the importance of Māori place names, and use reo Māori greetings and farewells in tourism
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 31071 v3
NZQA Info
Identify and explain the cultural significance of natural and man-made attractions in tourism Māori
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 33
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0