The UK as a Tourist Destination

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2027.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU032188
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand why the UK is a major tourist destination.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Analyse major significance of location, access and appeal factors on the success of the UK as a tourist destination.

2

Understand key trends in UK tourism.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Analyse the trends in UK tourist arrivals and departures over the past ten years.

  • 2.2

    Explain how the travel and tourism sector responded to fluctuations in UK tourism through its development of products and services over the last 10 years.

3

Understand risks within the UK tourism industry.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse risks to the UK travel and tourism sector, including the sector's response to minimising these risks.