| CAO CODE: GA874
Course Duration: Three years Course Duration: One year
Bachelor of Arts in Bachelor of Arts (honours) in
Outdoor Education Outdoor Education
and Leisure
Main Areas of Study
The subject areas include an independent research dissertation, the design and
facilitation of experiential education programmes, social psychology of groups,
Why Study Outdoor Education and Leisure? relationships with the natural environmental, marketing and management within
This course combines skills training in adventure sports with an understanding of
the services sector, sociological contexts and group work through art and drama.
the developmental and educational role of outdoor education. In addition to
gaining a range of National Governing Body awards in adventure sports such as
Other Essential Information
rock climbing, surfing and kayaking, students will examine group development,
Applicants should hold two National Governing Body (NGB) instructor
communications and teaching. Students study and explore the Irish landscape and
heritage and gain experience in designing and running developmental and
qualifications in a land or water based activity. In addition, they should hold two
educational courses. In addition, students have a choice of specialising in one of
other NGB qualifications and four months relevant work experience.
three areas: geography, business and language. One day a week is spent on
adventure sports’ practicals in venues including Achill, Connemara.
Course Modules
Core subject areas comprise four main strands:
◆ Adventure Sports and Work Experience
◆ The Irish Landscape and Environment,
◆ Psychology and Teaching/Facilitation skills
◆ Health and Fitness, First Aid and Water Safety
In addition, the students can choose electives from the following areas:
◆ Geography and the Environment
◆ Business Management and Marketing
◆ Languages
Career Opportunities
Graduates find employment in the following areas
◆ As instructors and field studies‚Äô officers in adventure and outdoor education
centres.
◆ As development officers and managers in educational, youth and community
organisations
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