Outdoor Education

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Year

2012

Award

Bachelor of Outdoor Education

Length

3 years

Campuses

Bendigo

Course description

This course aims to qualify students for careers in outdoor education, adventure guiding, environmental education or related fields. It strongly emphasises environmental knowledge and practical experience.

Core fieldwork subjects include Bushwalking, Paddling, Cross-Country Skiing, Rock Climbing, and Naturalist Studies. Theoretical studies investigate how knowledge is shaped by new environments and how the environment, in turn, is shaped by our thoughts and practices. The program encompasses environmental science studies and outdoor education concepts drawn from psychology, education, eco-psychology, environmental ethics and eco-philosophy.

Course structure

First year emphasises basic concepts in environmental studies and facilitates a personal and theoretical understanding of outdoor education. Second and third-year studies develop expertise and teaching skills in two elected environmental activities, and cover outdoor education theory and environmental studies.

Students take three electives or a sequence of studies in an area of interest in order to meet the entry requirement for teaching methods for a secondary teaching qualification. They also undertake a minimum 130 days' practical work over three years.

Subject details

Bendigo

Major areas of study

Outdoor education, environmental studies, environmental interpretation, outdoor leadership and guiding

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-undergraduates

Additional 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 already have and to wait until they have commenced the course before buying 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 - 75
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 85.45
International Baccalaureate - 26
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 8,5
Sri Lankan A Levels - BCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 75
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 75
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
GAO KAO - 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.

Semester starts

Semester 1 (February)

Industry experience

The following types of industry experience are available in this course.

Workplace experience for academic credit

Additional information

Students should ensure they are aware of the physical components and location requirements of the course. Students with a disability, medical condition or any concerns that may affect potential participation in some of the practical components of the course are invited to discuss their options with the course coordinator.

Career opportunities

Graduate opportunities include employment with environmental groups, or organisations providing: outdoor recreation, education or nature tourism experiences, services for disadvantaged populations, or residential camps.