Students studying Travel and Tourism and Air Cabin Crew at the College of West Anglia were given a valuable insight into life beyond college as global travel brand TUI visited to highlight career pathways and apprenticeship opportunities within the industry.
The visit provided learners with a real-world perspective on the range of roles available at TUI, including customer service, cabin crew, operations and management routes; as well as the skills and qualities the employer looks for in the future workforce. Students also learned how apprenticeships can offer a direct route into employment while continuing to gain industry-recognised qualifications.
TUI representative and CWA alumnus, Jack Gant, spoke about progression opportunities within the company, outlining how students can move from entry-level roles into long-term careers across aviation, travel and tourism. Learners were encouraged to ask questions about recruitment, application processes, and how to stand out in a competitive global industry.
Reflecting on his own journey, having studied Travel and Tourism (Level 3) in 2016, Jack added: “ I believe that the college gave me the skills and knowledge I needed to progress into my higher education and in my career.”
Student Katie Rose Shaw, studying Travel and Tourism (Level 3), welcomed the visit, adding: “ The opportunity to hear external speakers talk about different opportunities and pathways that are available to me because of the course I’m studying is really important.”
Visits from employers, such as TUI, play a key role in helping students connect their learning to real-world careers, building confidence, ambition, and a clear understanding of their next steps into employment and apprenticeships.