IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0
TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18
Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50
Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
As the only degree of its kind in SA, the Bachelor of Outdoor and Environmental Leadership combines foundational environmental science and outdoor leadership concepts to equip future outdoor education professionals with a unique set of skills and knowledge.
This industry-relevant degree provides the foundational skills and knowledge for a rewarding career in nature-based tourism, environmental interpretation, education, adventure therapy or adventure-based leadership. Develop the reflective, evaluative and critical-thinking skills required to implement and lead culturally aware and environmentally sustainable outdoor experiences
This degree explores an integrated range of industry-relevant topics balancing core concepts of bioscience and social science. Through your studies, you’ll develop core knowledge and skills in biodiversity, ecology, coastal environments, earth systems, sustainable ecosystems and caring for Country.
Your final year will strengthen your understanding of professional practice, advanced environmental science, as well as specialised management skills to transition into the workforce.
As well as placement opportunities within leading industry environments, you can apply your learned skills through intensive fieldwork including:
leading an introductory kayaking or canoeing experience for UniSA students
planning and implementing a four-day experiential learning program
conducting interpretive experiences such as a ‘Water Workshop’ at a primary school
undertaking a week-long immersive field trip including a day of service learning in areas such as the Nantawarrina Indigenous Protected Area.
Develop in-demand research skills alongside world-class researchers during your degree, focusing on areas such as species study, laboratory analysis of soils and contamination, sampling, field-based data collection, and critical analysis of human-nature interactions.
CRICOS CODE : 0101602
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Biodiversity for the Environment
Earth Systems
Environment: A Human Perspective
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Soils in the Australian Landscape
Sustainable Ecosystems
Caring for Country
Introduction to Group and Team Psychology
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Coastal Environments
Elective 1
Environmental Interpretation and Community Engagement
Life on Earth A
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Life on Earth B
Outdoor, Wilderness and Adventure Education
Leadership in Terrestrial Environments
Elective 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Leadership in Aquatic Environments
Park and Ecotourism Management
Elective 3
Elective 4
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Professional Practice in Outdoor Leadership
Leadership in Recreation and Sport
Elective 5
Elective 6
The field of outdoor environmental leadership is experiencing rapid expansion, with very strong future growth in employment outcomes predicted.1 In fact, demand for Outdoor Adventure Guides is expected to increase by more than 16% over the next five years.2
Outdoor environmental leaders are employed in a wide range of settings, with the versatility of expertise applicable to the global industry of nature-based leadership and environmental interpretation. Graduates can go in to exciting careers such as:
Outdoor Education Practitioner: facilitate nature-based outdoor learning experiences for personal and group development, health and wellbeing, environmental learning, sustainability and social justice.
Community Development Officer: design, implement and lead initiatives and collective solutions to address issues associated with recreational, health, housing and other community welfare matters.
Ecotourism Guide: plan and lead culturally aware and environmentally sustainable experiences to assist with nature-based therapy and responsible tourism practices.
Outdoor Adventure Instructor: provide adventure-based learning experiences with accreditation in bushwalking, kayaking and rock-climbing.
Youth Worker: collaborate with social workers, psychologists and support agencies to provide therapeutic outdoor experiences for at-risk youth and community members.
Environmental Interpretation Officer: provide guidance and consultation for human interaction with natural environments and educate visitors and tourists in areas of cultural and conservationist significance.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
