Cambridge International IGCSE Travel and Tourism

Cambridge International IGCSE Travel and Tourism (0471) introduces learners to one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing industries. The course develops an understanding of the travel and tourism sector at local, national and international levels, while helping students explore how tourism impacts destinations, businesses and communities.

Learners study topics including the tourism industry, destinations, customer service, sustainable and responsible tourism, transport, accommodation, marketing and the management of travel and tourism organisations. Through the use of real-world case studies, students develop analytical, research and decision-making skills while learning how the industry responds to changing customer needs and global trends.

This qualification provides an excellent foundation for further study, including Cambridge International AS & A Level Travel and Tourism, as well as careers in tourism, hospitality, aviation, events, marketing and customer service. It develops communication, problem-solving and commercial awareness that are highly valued across a wide range of industries. The syllabus has been updated to reflect current developments in travel and tourism, including a greater emphasis on sustainability and responsible tourism.

Cambridge IGCSE Afrikaans as a Second Language is for learners who already have a working knowledge of the language.

The syllabus:

• is suitable for learners whose first language is not Afrikaans
• develops learners’ ability to understand and use Afrikaans in a range of situations
• builds learners’ awareness of the nature of language and the language-learning skills of reading, writing, and listening
• focuses on practical communication for everyday use, which can also form the basis for further, more in-depth language study