Messages from our Travel Alumni

Many students who have successfully completed a travel programme at Greenwich School of Management like to keep in touch with the school by email. Here is a selection:

I am very pleased I took my diploma programme at Greenwich School of Management. It was very useful and enjoyable and it made a good impression on my future employers. Since finishing my programme I have been working first with an independent travel agency and now I am working in the reservations department of a major tour operator. I would like to thank all the staff at Greenwich for their help.
Mehdi Soltani

After completing my Diploma at Greenwich I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to work with business travel as a Business Rail Consultant. I have now progressed and have moved on to work with a global business travel company and am currently booking all types of business travel arrangements.The Diploma I took has really helped me a lot and I would like to thank all the tourism staff at Greenwich for their help and support.
Alpa Vadher

The programme gave me confidence and helped me get a job as a Tour Manager, travelling around the world. Studying was fun, the programme was interesting and the teachers very friendly.Also, it was good value for money. I feel now that I will always be able to get a job in tourism.
Jana Martinikova

I successfully completed by two Travel Diplomas and in completion I was recruited by Sky Break as a Sales Consultant working at Gatwick Airport, which I enjoy very much.

My Diplomas and my tutors at Greenwich School of Management have played a vital part in my success; without them I would not have achieved my goal. I am very confident in my work, as my programme prepared me for everything that I do.
Adelina Petrova

I am really enjoying my new career in the travel industry with all the benefits to travel the globe and I thank Greenwich School of Management for helping me in my way.
Gary Mitchell

The teaching was both fun and professional, and the staff were always approachable and helpful. Everything was explained clearly and succinctly, and my programme tutor was a mentor in every sense.

I achieved a Distinction, and I was delighted to gain the role at ISIS which is a leading operator in the schools and student travel market. I greatly enjoy the varied and challenging nature of the job, plus the financial rewards and career progression.

My colleagues are encouraging and stimulating, and I do feel that the skills I learnt from my programme are finally being put into practice and I benefited significantly from my time at Greenwich School of Management”.
Shivani Batavia

As a newcomer to this country, the prospect of attending university was very challenging. However, the friendly environment of Greenwich School of Management welcomed me warmly and I felt at home within a few days. I successfully completed the Diploma in Airline and Travel studies. I then decided to pursue with the management program. I was so scared when I joined the class, I had not written an essay In English for years but there were other students in my class who felt the same. But we found that we had endless support from the tutors and the staff who were extremely friendly and helpful.They helped me grow in confidence and I have become a more fulfilled person.

The learning is critical, and this is another of my favorite things about Greenwich. Prevailing and accepted views are challenged.There is a real sense of excitement in learning and the tutors are exceptional at transferring their knowledge as well as bringing their zeal and interest to the students.

All the programmes taught here are very well structured and contemporary.The library and computer rooms are well equipped with recent books and software and they remain open until late to the students’ advantage.

I have learnt so much already here. I have been exposed to a whole new way of thinking and, as a result I did graduate successfully. My diplomas in Airline and Travel Studies and Travel and Tourism Management helped me realize my dream which was to work in business travel.

Indeed, the school is very well renowned in the travel industry for providing students with the proper education and readiness to apply their knowledge to the business travel world. In addition, the Director and the Lecturers of the travel studies department are also very connected with the major travel companies and they help obtaining interviews and recommendations.And guess what? After only few months of job research and interviews, I obtained my first job in one of the major international travel business companies.

This has completely changed my life and I can only say to all potential mature students out there, enroll! It is do-able and it’s one of the best things I ever did. Best of luck!
Mimi Mortier.

Pre-Application Advice

If you need any help or advice before completing the application form, please contact the School, and a member of the Tourism Department will be pleased to help you. The department’s direct line is +44(0)20 8516 7813.

How to join a Programme

Complete the application form, indicating the programme you wish to follow, the date you wish to commence the programme, and whether you wish to study full-time, Evenings, or Saturday Mornings.

Generally, Programmes commence February, June and October each year.

The completed application form should be returned to the Tourism Department, together with the registration fee (or deposit for part-time programmes), 3 passport-size photographs and copies of your qualifications (if applicable).

UCAS

For details of applying for the BSc programme through UCAS, please refer to the separate BSc prospectus.

Registration and Enrolment

If you are not qualified for the programme of your choice, the School may suggest an alternative programme that suits your needs and qualifications.

Your acceptance letter from the School will inform you of the date on which you should enrol and the duration and cost of the programme.

You should arrive at Greenwich School of Management on the date specified in your acceptance letter.

You will be expected to make your first fee payment on enrolment, or produce evidence of funding.

Accommodation

If you require accommodation throughout the programme, the Accommodation Officer will arrange this on enrolment.

Further Information

Tuition fees are payable in advance.

Tuition fees are non-refundable.

The Registration fee is refundable should the School be unable to accept you.

Overseas students are reminded that they must comply with Home Office regulations on immigration, particularly with respect to attendance. A medical certificate must support absences due to illness.

Programme details are correct at the time of going to press, but are subject to alteration. Programmes will only take place if justified by demand.

All fees are inclusive of government taxes. Students must adhere to the Greenwich School of Management regulations relating to their programme, a copy of which will be provided on enrolment.

The School reserves the right to refuse to accept or enrol any student.

1. Which course should I take?
If you’re looking for a part-time programme of study you should first enrol for Virgin Atlantic Air Travel Level One which is an ideal introductory course and will best prepare you for further study options. Whether you are considering a full-time or part-time course, we would always recommend that before choosing a course you should contact one of the Travel Studies team who will advise you. Better still, come to the School and see us! Contact us on 020 8516 7813 or email tourism@greenwich-college.ac.uk.


2. How can I pay for the course?
1. Part-time students are encouraged to simply pay for each module as they take them (unless you choose to enrol for one our combination courses and benefit from a discount of paying in advance). The initial deposit (which is deducted from the course fee) is payable with the application.
2. Full-time students pay per semester. For example the 8-month full-time ‘B’ Diploma in Airline and Travel Studies is £1,090 at the beginning of each semester. Instalments can be arranged, with the total fee increased accordingly by between 5% and 10%. The registration fee is payable with the application.
3. Overseas students must make a substantial contribution toward their course fees before applying for a student visa.


3. Can I mix study modes?
Part-time students are welcome to study some modules during the week, others in the evening and even more on Saturdays, either one after the other or at the same time! All we ask is that you should stick with the same mode of study for an individual module as the structure will vary. For example, you could study Galileo GDS all day on Monday, whilst also attending Air Travel Level One on Tuesday and Thursday evening together with Airport Customer Service on Saturday afternoon.


4. Which Tourism Courses are suitable for Overseas Students?
Since the introduction of the UKBA’s Tier 4 regulations, overseas students must enrol on a course of a recognised academic level. Within our Tourism Programmes, this would either be the Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management (Level 3) or the BSc(Hons) Business Management (Travel and Tourism) (Level 6). Further information on visa application can be found in our International Students section


5. When can I start, and how much are the courses?
The Full-time Diploma and Degree programmes commence every February, June and October. Dates and fees for all of our Full-time and part-time courses are included on each individual course page.


6. How can I find a job after I complete my course(s)?
We are to here to help you! Our dedicated staff in the tourism department will spend a lot of time advising you of job opportunities and the best way of applying. The School also has a dedicated Career Centre to help you with CV preparation and interview techniques.