12TOU

Year 12 Tourism

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms L. Bruce-Miller, Mr S. McLeod.

Course Description:

The Year 12 Tourism course is a practical subject that provides students with real world learning of a growing industry. The course aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and critical thinking abilities to pursue further studies or careers in tourism, travel or hospitality. Students will focus on building an understanding of the characteristics and needs of tourism, the environmental and physical effects of tourism, national and international tourist destinations and examine work roles and businesses of tourism. This will lead students to become proficient in researching, processing and communicating relevant industry information. 

All 22, Level 2, credits offered in this course are Unit Standards and also work towards a New Zealand Certificate in Tourism. Each standard is assessed internally predominantly using a workbook and assessment booklet.

The knowledge and skills from this course will set students up for a successful career path in the tourism industry. An industry that offers diverse opportunities for individuals passionate about travel, culture, and sustainability.

Topics Include:

Workplace Tourism - Develop an understanding of workplace etiquette and relevant documentation to a variety of roles within the industry.

Cultural and Environmental Impacts of Tourism - What are the results of unsustainable mass tourism and its impact on national and international tourist hotspots. 

Work roles in Tourism - Specific job roles and sectors within the tourism industry. What is required to succeed in the industry (personal presentation, customer service, using technology, knowledge of the industry).

International Tourism Destinations - Where are the major tourist destinations around the world and the activities and attractions they have to offer. The differences between seasons, climates, and time zones relative to New Zealand. 

Domestic Tourism Destinations - What are New Zealand tourism features, places and operators. Gain knowledge around attractions, transport, accommodation and seasons/climates.

Characteristics and Needs - How to meet customer needs and expectations with different types of tourist experiences. 


Course contributions: Potential Field Trip(s) TBC

Pathway

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 22
Internal Assessed Credits: 22
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 23761 v3
NZQA Info

Read and comprehend work-related documents for a tourism workplace


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24726 v3
NZQA Info

Describe and compare social and cultural impacts of tourism


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24727 v3
NZQA Info

Describe and compare impacts of tourism on the environment


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24728 v3
NZQA Info

Demonstrate knowledge of work roles in tourism


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24729 v4
NZQA Info

Demonstrate knowledge of world tourist destinations


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24731 v5
NZQA Info

Demonstrate knowledge of destination Aotearoa New Zealand


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24732 v3
NZQA Info

Demonstrate knowledge of tourist characteristics and needs


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Courses offered will be subject to sufficient students taking them up and are not necessarily guaranteed to run.