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UndergraduateCourse summary
The MA in Outdoor Education is designed for those passionate about outdoor learning and eager to expand their professional skills and understanding. Whether you are an experienced outdoor professional or a recent graduate, this course helps you deepen your knowledge, skills, and expertise in outdoor education. It combines practical experiences with a focus on the theory and practice of outdoor education, giving you the tools to develop and refine your approach to teaching and learning in natural settings. What sets this programme apart is its focus on a sociocultural approach, which explores how outdoor learning connects with people, places, and society. By examining key themes such as the role of outdoor places in education and their impact on health and well-being in nature, you will gain a broader perspective on how outdoor experiences shape individuals and communities. This course also looks at the influence of digital technology in outdoor learning, exploring how modern tools can complement or challenge traditional outdoor practices. You will consider these issues within the context of national and international policies, helping you understand how different countries approach outdoor learning. Through this, you will critically assess how outdoor education responds to and reflects social changes, equipping you to adapt your practices to contemporary challenges. As part of the programme, you will engage with real-world issues, blending practical learning with academic study. This unique structure ensures you not only gain theoretical insight but also practical strategies to apply in your own work. Whether you are interested in developing your career, researching new approaches, or leading initiatives in outdoor learning, the MA in Outdoor Education will prepare you for the next step in your journey. This course offers a chance to explore the transformative potential of outdoor education, shaping the way people learn, connect, and grow in the natural world.
Modules
The MA is 180 credits at level 7. Part-time students study 60 credits per year. Compulsory Philosophical and Cultural Perspectives on Outdoor Education (30 credits) Adventure, Technology and Ecology in Outdoor Education (30 credits) Master's Dissertation in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (60 credits) Master's Dissertation in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (30 credits) Optional Research Methods in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (30 credits) Health, Well-being & the Outdoors (30 credits) Master’s Internship in Health, Outdoor Education and Physical Literacy (30 credits) Master’s International Study (60 credits)
Assessment method
The programme uses a range of assessment techniques designed to develop postgraduate level knowledge, skills and competencies. These include: seminar presentations, research proposals, research reports, essays, reflective journals, academic interviews and blogs. All assessments link theory with practice and require students to undertake empirical research as the basis for further developing their critical skills and an evidence-based personal philosophy of Outdoor Education.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| EU | £16800 | Whole course |
| England | £7800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7800 | Whole course |
| International | £16800 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Course fees do not include:
Weekend workshop accommodation and living costs.(These have to be met by the student.)
A range of reasonable hotels, B&B’s and onsite accommodation/food outlets are available in the local area.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP