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  4. BA (HONS) ADVENTURE EDUCATION

BA (HONS) ADVENTURE EDUCATION

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

UHI Millennium Institute

Program Overview

Adventure education is about creating learning opportunities through adventurous activities. With a focus on developmental and educational approaches through adventurous activities and the natural world, it is fundamental to the modern adventure sector as well as a significant and diverse area of future employment. 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 course 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.BA (Hons) Adventure Education is based at the School of Adventure Studies, West Highland College UHI, and is part of the Adventure Pathways Scheme of programmes. You will be based in Fort William, in the hub of the Outdoor Capital of the UK, living and working at the foot of Ben Nevis, in a region that is unique for its rich variety of outdoor opportunities. This gives you access to a diverse and vibrant community of like-minded students, as well as flexibility to progress into an alternative future pathway such as Adventure Tourism Management or Adventure Performance and Coaching

Program Key Stats

£12360
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Eligibility Criteria

3

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Additional Information & 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/This is a Category 1 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required to successfully achieve target qualification, where there is guaranteed contact with vulnerable groups in key elements of the course.

Career Options

  • Recreation Therapist
  • Park Naturalist
  • Wilderness First Responder

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