Nature Tourism
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Arts (Nature Tourism)
CRICOS course code
049921K
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. The course features a three-year sequence of environmental studies, nature tourism, education theory about leading and guiding groups in the outdoors, and outdoor and field naturalist practise. Students complete specialist studies in nature tourism, environmental studies, and land management. They also take elective studies from other disciplines such as economics, marketing, geography or biology.
Course structure
First year emphasises basic concepts in environmental studies. In second and third years students develop expertise and teaching skills in natural history. They also pursue studies in environmental interpretation theory and practice, natural heritage and tourism studies, environmental studies and education for sustainability. Students take five electives in an area of interest or sequences of studies 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.
Students undertake approximately eighty days' practical work over three years, including an extended three-week study of the Murray River environment by canoe in second year.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Nature tourism, environmental studies, outdoor education, ecotourism.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
18 810
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
Additional costs (AUD)
Students will need to allow $1500 - $2000 to purchase suitable outdoor field equipment such as a sleeping bag and wet weather gear. These items may be purchased from any supplier and will be the 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.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
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
LTU Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - 52.9
International Baccalaureate - 24
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 6
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCD
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
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
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 International College website.
Special requirements
Applicants for this course must also complete a Supplementary Application form available from our website
Subject prerequisites
Study of the natural sciences is recommended.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Industry project (university-based, for academic credit)
If the industry experience program is not a registered part of their course a student will need to hold work rights on their visa, this permits the student to work up to 20 hours per week when their course is in session and unlimited hours outside these times. However, if a student has completed their course and their student visa is expiring they will need to apply for another visa with work rights rather than renewing their student visa based on undertaking industry experience.
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.
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au