HND in International Travel & Tourism: what it is and where it leads

The Pearson BTEC HND in International Travel & Tourism is a United Kingdom qualification at RQF 4–5 that runs for 24 months. It is designed to prepare you for careers in the global tourism, aviation and hospitality sectors, and it combines academic knowledge with real-world application.

Where it can lead

The college describes this HND as equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor's degree, with progression opportunities to top-up degrees at partner universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. You can also continue with Aspire's own Postgraduate Diploma (Level 7) toward a master's degree.

Before you plan around a particular university, ask admissions which universities currently accept the HND and on what conditions.

Who can join

• Option ATwo passes at G.C.E. Advanced Level
• Option BAny accepted Diploma qualification, which qualifies you for direct entry to the HND
• Option CFive passes at G.C.E. Ordinary Level, with five years of work experience
• Option DExemptions approved by the Board of Examinations

The fees

The programme fee is Rs 360,000: a registration payment of Rs 30,000 and a payment plan of Rs 22,000 × 15 months. The registration is part of the total fee, not an extra. There is also a Pearson fee of GBP 380, paid directly to Pearson in the United Kingdom.

Looking for something shorter?

The IATA travel and tourism diplomas are shorter, standalone qualifications. Read our guide to the three IATA diplomas.