Outdoor And Environmental Education (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Outdoor and Environmental Education
Length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
This course is an advanced program intended for professionals in outdoor and environmental education and related fields. It takes an international perspective, and considers outdoor and environmental education in regional contexts. Students are encouraged to take some subjects with partner institutions overseas for elective credit.
Course structure
First year comprises the Graduate Diploma in Outdoor and Environmental
Education (120 credit points). An optional minor thesis provides the chance to conduct research and qualify for entry to a higher degree by research. The
course structure permits students to complete their thesis or project in locations other than Bendigo to consider regional and national contexts in their learning experiences.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply direct to the University by 14 February for Semester 1 and 11 July for Semester 2. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form. For this course, applicants must complete a Supplementary Information Form, available from www.latrobe.edu.au/oent
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $14,950 per 120 credit points.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Students may need to purchase fieldwork clothing and equipment worth up to A$1500. Any items purchased remain the property of the student.
Prerequisites
Applicants with a three year Bachelor degree or equivalent tertiary qualification are eligible for entry to the two-year program (240 credit points).
Direct entry to second year (120 credit points) may be offered to applicants who can demonstrate academic achievement at a level that indicates likely success at Masters level, and have:
. research training or experience, and
. a three-year degree in any field and a Graduate Diploma in a cognate field, or
. a four-year degree in a cognate field, or
. a three-year degree in a cognate field and an approved fourth year of study in a relevant discipline.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities
Roles for graduates may include education officer, environmental interpreter, environmental officer, outdoor education professional, tour guide/tour operator, and tourism planning officer.