Whangarei Girls’ High School

Year 11 Tourism (THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL FOR 2025, PLEASE CHOOSE ANOTHER COURSE)

Course Description

In Year 11 Tourism students explore the tourism industry. They will learn who is a tourist, where they go and why. They will also explore Tourism career pathways, work roles and industry expectations. This is a half year course and is designed so that the students will feel confident to choose Level 2 Tourism.

Learning Opportunities

In this course you will need to:

Develop these skills:	Explore this content:
Interpersonal Skills – collaboration, self-directed learning, effective communication, and how to contribute positively.	Popular Tourist Destinations – use google maps to showcase popular landmarks, attractions, and activities.
Personal Qualities – self-responsibility, self-discipline and a willingness to learn.	Event Design - plan an event that meets the needs of a ‘client’.
Workplace Qualities – time management, to use a variety of sources to gain information, to use technology appropriately and to problem solve.	Plan a Resort - design a resort that meets the needs of a particular tourist type.
Mapping and Data Interpretation Skills	Off on a ‘Famil’ - organise a dream holiday.
Research Skills	Wonders of the world - create marketing material.

Year Levels/Departments:

Year 11, Tourism

Resources Required

Glue Stick, Pens & Highlighters