Should I take the Amadeus or Apollo diploma?

It depends on the agencies and markets you want to work in. Amadeus is dominant in many European and Middle Eastern markets; Apollo (Travelport) is strong in others. The UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) is the right choice if Amadeus-led agencies are your target.

Does the GDS071 cover both reservations and ticketing?

Yes — the course is built around end-to-end workflows from quote and booking through ticket issuance and post-issuance servicing.

Is the diploma suitable if I've never used a GDS before?

Yes. The diploma starts with the fundamentals before building into more complex fare construction and itinerary work. Prior GDS exposure helps but isn't required.

How is this different from a basic ticketing course?

A short ticketing course typically only teaches platform commands. The GDS071 is a Higher Diploma, so it adds depth around customer service, supervisory thinking and broader travel-industry context.

How long does the qualification take?

Duration depends on study mode and intake. Admissions will share specifics on application.

How much does it cost?

Tuition varies by intake and applicant category. Please contact LSTH admissions for the current fee structure.

UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) | LSTH

UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) at LSTH

Amadeus is one of the world's most widely deployed GDS platforms, used by agencies, tour operators and airline distribution teams across dozens of markets. The UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) at the London School of Tourism and Hospitality is designed for people who want to use it confidently — not just memorise screens but understand fare construction, ticketing and customer workflows around it.

This is a UK Higher Diploma, which means it sits a notch above a standard ticketing diploma and combines practical Amadeus literacy with broader management and customer-service learning. The UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) suits learners who want a job-ready qualification with some supervisory depth.

Why Amadeus Specifically

Amadeus is dominant in many European markets and broadly used worldwide, and the platform shapes how a lot of agencies actually work. Candidates with Amadeus experience tend to be attractive to agencies, consolidators and corporate travel desks that operate on the system.

Who the UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) Is For

Aspiring travel consultants and senior ticketing agents.
Existing travel staff who want a structured Amadeus credential.
Aviation customer-service staff broadening into reservation roles.
International students targeting Amadeus-based agencies and corporate desks.

Where Graduates Go

Graduates of the UK Higher Diploma in Air Ticketing & Reservation System (Amadeus) (GDS071) typically progress into senior ticketing, travel-consultant and reservations roles. Some take supervisory paths within agency settings or move into tour-operator product and ticketing teams. Outcomes depend on the local market and your customer-handling skills.

How the Diploma Runs

Delivery combines hands-on Amadeus practice with classroom-based work on fares, customer handling and supervisory basics. London's diverse travel sector offers context for case work. Module structure and intake calendar are confirmed at enrolment.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school qualifications or equivalent.
IELTS 5.5–6.0 for international applicants.
Aged 17 or above at intake.
Comfort with screen-based, procedure-driven work.

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