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Overview
As an educator in this field, you will be responsible for providing safe, adventurous experiences, promoting learning to help others to discover, reflect, and develop.
The Adventure Education programme at The University of the Highlands and Islands is built on a robust framework of practical and professional experiences. You will develop your knowledge, understanding and skills to plan, prepare and lead adventure education activities in potentially challenging and wild places, as well as providing strong links to all stages of the education curriculum.
Careers
The specific pathway you take will be vital in helping you shape your own chosen career. Adventure Education covers a wide range of career pathways and specialist fields, including:
- Outdoor centres; schools; educational expedition operators; adventure therapy; criminal justice rehabilitation
- Countryside ranger and environmental interpretation
- International expeditions
- Working in adult education
- Management and business development training
- Leadership and management roles in activity organisations
- Postgraduate teaching qualifications
Programme Structure
Core modules are:
- Outdoor learning
- Adventure Geography: the Scottish perspective
- Nature and learning
- Social theory for adventure education
- Outdoor learning and teaching practice
- Understanding adventure
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
480 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Anthropology Geography View 423 other Bachelors in Geography in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- 3 Scottish Highers at grade C or above OR
- 2 A levels at grade C or above
- You will also be expected to be able to demonstrate an interest in, and a commitment to, practical outdoor activities, and preferably have an interest in a professional career in the outdoor sector
- Personal practical outdoor experience is advantageous but not essential
- Applicants with other relevant qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis
- Successful applicants will be required to complete a PVG Disclosure Check and become PVG Scheme Members in order to undertake this course
Tuition Fee
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International
12360 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12360 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.
EU: 1,820 GBP
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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