Educational nature tourism

Why study educational nature tourism at La Trobe?

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Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary

Study at the only university in Australia with a dedicated wildlife sanctuary.

Visit La Trobe’s outdoor laboratory.

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1st in Victoria

We’re the best Victorian university for overall employer satisfaction, with a rating of 85.9%.

Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2024, 2023 Employer Satisfaction Survey [PDF, 4.7MB]

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Leaders in outdoor education

Join Australia’s longest running outdoor education program and become a leader in the field.

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Career opportunities in educational nature tourism

Career pathways

The skills you build when you study educational nature tourism prepare you for a range of careers.

Possible roles include:

  • Nature tourism guide
  • Sustainability educator
  • National park ranger
  • Natural resources manager
  • Outdoor group leader

Future employers

Potential employers of educational nature tourism graduates include:

  • Zoos
  • Botanical gardens
  • Private tourism operators
  • National parks
  • Government departments