Nature Tourism
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Nature Tourism
Length
3 years
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
Nature tourism involves the study of natural environments, human-nature relationships, and the practice of nature guiding and environmental interpretation. Preparing students for various professional roles in nature tourism, this course features sequences in nature tourism, environmental studies, education theory about leading groups in the outdoors, and outdoor and field naturalist practice.
Students complete specialist studies in nature tourism, environmental studies, and land management. They also take electives from other disciplines such as economics, marketing, geography and biology.
Course structure
First year emphasises basic concepts in environmental studies. Second and third year content develops expertise and teaching skills in natural history. Students also study environmental interpretation theory and practice, natural heritage and tourism studies, environmental studies, and education for sustainability. Students take five electives or a sequence of studies in an area of interest in order to meet the entry requirements for teaching methods for a secondary teaching qualification.
Students undertake approximately 80 days' practical work over three years, including an extended three-week study of the Murray River environment by canoe in second year.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Nature tourism, environmental studies, outdoor education, ecotourism
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
21 320
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Students should allow A$1500 - A$2000 to purchase suitable outdoor field equipment such as a sleeping bag and wet weather gear. These items may be purchased from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Students are encouraged to bring any camping gear they may already have and to wait until they have commenced the course before purchasing any new gear.
Selection
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - NA
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 7
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 8,4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 7
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Extra requirements
Applicants for this course must also complete Supplementary Application Form from the website
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Industry project (university-based, for academic credit)
Additional information
Students should ensure they are aware of the physical components and location requirements of this course. Students with a disability, medical condition or any concerns which may affect potential participation in some of the practical components of the course are invited to discuss the options with the course coordinator.
Career opportunities
Graduates may work as nature guides and environmental planners in the nature tourism industry, land management agencies, and in other settings such as school camps, environmental centres and in providing services for disadvantaged populations.