Year 12 Accelerator Program
Unlock a career in the Travel and Tourism Industry sooner!
At Flight Centre Travel Academy we prepare you for a career in the tourism and travel industry with our unique Study + Jobs programs. It's the perfect way to combine your studies with industry experience whilst having some fun! You can now start your study journey during Year 12 with the new Entry Assessment!
If you are in Year 12 in 2024: Due to overwhelming interest, our 2024 Programs have reached capacity. Our Study + Jobs Diploma programs begin in January 2025. Find out more here.
If you will be in Year 12 in 2025: We are excited to announce a number of new options for your 2025 Year 12 Accelerator Program. More info below!
Program Overview 2025
We're excited to announce a number of options for 2025!
Start February 2025
3 February 2025: Begin Subject 1
July 2025: Option to continue to Subject 2
January 2026: Roll into the Diploma program of your choice with 6 or 7 subjects remaining
Opportunity to move to the Whitsundays mid 2026
Start March 2025
10 March 2025: Begin Subject 1
August 2025: Option to continue to Subject 2
February 2026: Roll into the Diploma program of your choice with 6 or 7 subjects remaining
Opportunity to move to the Whitsundays mid 2026
Start July 2025
More information to be released after Easter.
Start August 2025
More information to be released after Easter.
What you should know?
Is there an age requirement? Yes, you must be 17 years or older to apply.
Are there any other requirements? No ATAR or QCE are required, you will sit an online Entry Assessment.
Do I need to pay upfront? No, Australian and eligible NZ citizens can take advantage of 100% FEE-Help support.
Where could this Program take me? Our Programs can take you to live and work in the Whitsundays, the UK or Canada or work as cabin crew, a travel agent, in hotel management, sustainable tourism, and so much more. Plus, complete our Diploma and get direct access to 2nd Year Bachelor of Business at Torrens University Australia!
What will you be studying?
As part of the Year 12 Accelerator Program, you will have the opportunity to study 2 core subjects of the Diploma of Travel and Tourism - Subject 1, Travel Trends and Insights (TTI101FC) and Subject 2, Succeeding in Business (BIZ101FC).
Travel Trends and Insights
This subject builds knowledge of tourism products, services, and destinations while offering real-world insights into the dynamic travel industry.
The course is delivered online, through online classes and tutorials. Students will typically spend around 5-7 hours per week studying for this course, as well as submitting various quizzes, a presentation and an essay.
Succeeding in Business
This subject explores modern organisations, team dynamics, personality, and motivation, helping students boost emotional intelligence and self-directed learning for career success.
The course is delivered online. Students will typically spend around 5-7 hours per week towards this subject including online classes and tutorials. Assessments include a self-reflection, an individual presentation, and an essay.