Outdoor Environmental Education
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Arts (Outdoor Environmental Education)
CRICOS course code
068090J
Length
3 years
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
This course prepares students for teaching and leading in fields relevant to outdoor environmental education, with emphasis on natural history, environmental studies, and social and cultural aspects of the environment. (Please note: Teaching in government schools requires an additional one-year Graduate Diploma in Education).
While the course provides the opportunity for students to develop some outdoor skills and knowledge, the main focus is on outdoor environmental education studies.
Course structure
First year emphasises basic concepts in environmental studies and facilitates a personal and theoretical understanding of outdoor environmental education. In second year, students undertake environmental interpretation studies concerned with river and wetlands, bush and local environs. Third-year studies include aspects of natural history, environmental sustainability, outdoor education, and the social and cultural aspects of the environment. Students undertake 110 days' fieldwork over the duration of the program.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Outdoor and environmental education, environmental studies.
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 should 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; or 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
Students should satisfy the normal University entrance requirements, including a study score of at least 20 in Units 3 and 4 of VCE English or equivalent.
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.
- Workplace experience 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 can work as classroom teachers (on completion of a Graduate Diploma in Education); instructors in school camps or environment centres; in environmental interpretation in zoos, national parks and tourism operations.
Professional recognition
The course is recognised by the Victorian Institute of Teaching for recognition as preparation for teaching in primary and secondary schools when combined with a fourth year of study (Graduate Diploma in Education).
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