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BA (Hons) - Outdoor Education (Accelerated Two Year Degree)

University of Cumbria, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Outdoor education is about the people, the place and the activity - and we will help you discover all three.

Our outdoor education course is a way of life that fully immerses you in outdoor learning, both theory and practice. You will be supported to understand the theory behind outdoor learning philosophy, ethics, environment, challenges and adventure in lecture theatres and seminars, with regular first-hand experience outdoors.

Your ideas and judgement will be valued and developed, and learning concepts will be put into practice during placements in environmental organisations, including outdoor education centres and schools.

We embrace innovative approaches to learning, teaching and assessment. Traditionally higher education programmes have come to a close in the spring term, when the sun comes out! The accelerated nature of the programme design allows you to make the most of these summer months whilst being supported by the academic staff.

General Eligibility

  • A-levels: CCC (96 Pts)

  • T-levels: "P (C+)" All subjects are accepted for entry to this course

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Outdoor education in the UK (Origins)

  • The Outdoor Professional

  • Outdoor Education 1 (Expeditions) and Outdoor Education 2 (Creative Responses)

  • Introduction to Cultural and Social Contexts

  • Understanding the Environment

  • Exploring Lake District Landscapes

  • Leading Educational Groups Outdoors

  • Research Skills

  • Learning Away

  • Health, Wellbeing, and Environmental Health

2 Year 2
  • Placement Research

  • Outdoor Education 3 (Place-based)

  • International Outdoor Education

  • Outdoor Education for the Future

  • Therapeutic Opportunities

  • Commerce and Employment in the Outdoor Sector

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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