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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Educational Administration | Educational Evaluation and Research | Educational Leadership
Area of study
Education
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
La Trobe University's Educational Nature Tourism program combines outdoor education, sustainability, leadership, and experiential learning to prepare students for careers in nature tourism, sustainability education, and environmental advocacy. The program offers hands-on learning at the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary and can be completed in various formats at multiple campuses. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively communicate environmental issues and advocate for positive change.
Program Outline
Teaching
Teaching:
The program utilizes a unique approach that brings together elements from across various disciplines, including:
- Outdoor education: This draws on La Trobe's extensive experience in delivering one of Australia's longest-running outdoor education programs.
- Sustainability: Addresses the critical areas of conservation, sustainability, and environmental science.
- Leadership and communication: Skills are developed to effectively communicate environmental issues and advocate for positive change.
- Experiential learning: Students gain practical experience during the program through direct interaction with the natural environment.
Careers
Career opportunities in educational nature tourism:
- Nature tourism guide
- Sustainability educator
- National park ranger
- Natural resources manager
- Outdoor group leader
Potential employers of educational nature tourism graduates:
- Zoos
- Botanical gardens
- Private tourism operators
- National parks
- Government departments
Other
- The program has been designed to prepare graduates for a range of careers in the field of educational nature tourism.
- The program can be completed in a variety of formats, including full-time, part-time, and online.
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