Sport and Adventure Recreation

BA (Hons) Sport and Adventure Recreation
Mode: full-time

Although you are expected to engage with a range of theories, concepts and principles, the course also includes participation in adventure activities including sailing, windsurfing, hill walking, rock climbing, kayaking and canoeing.

The practical participation element culminates in a student-led expedition in the final stage. In recent years, students have been ski touring in Norway, canoeing in Hungary and Scotland, and walking and cycling in the Pyrenees. The course also includes a work placement that has proved a valuable learning experience, as well as opening up employment opportunities. Previous students have found that this enhances their career prospects on graduating as they can demonstrate to potential employers that they have the practical experience alongside the theoretical knowledge. All students receive help and advice on career options during the course.

This course combines the practical and theoretical elements of Adventure Recreation and examines how adventure fits into modern society. Students study sociological, philosophical and psychological concepts and theories in relation to adventure.

In addition to the practical element, students also have the opportunity to undertake courses alongside the course leading to national Governing Body awards.

Why choose this course?

• Well-established, well-resourced course
• Experienced staff focused on positive student experiences
• Local access to extensive water-based adventure, plus residential trips to upland and coastal environments
• Integrated study of adventure theory and practice
• Work placement to enhance appropriate employability
• Final-stage expedition and options to undertake National Governing Body awards
• Rated 14th in the UK for Sports Courses - 2009 Guardian University Guide

Career Opportunities

Recent graduates have gone on to work in local education authorities and national outdoor centres, as well as in the adventure industry in Europe. Some have used their degrees to take other career paths, while
others have taken postgraduate courses or trained as teachers.

Other career choices include positions at multi-activity centres, residential outdoor centres and adventure holiday companies.

Assessment

Course logs; essays; group research; presentations; seminar papers; exams.

Entry requirements

• UCAS tariff score greater than 180, based on a minimum of two A levels or equivalent. Applicants are expected to have a genuine interest in, and some experience of, adventure recreation activities.
• Grade C or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• All applicants are expected to have a genuine interest in and some experience of adventure recreation activities.
• We welcome applications from students with ethnically diverse backgrounds, students returning to education and international students. We also support widening participation and encourage applicants with non-standard qualifications.
• If English is a second language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or greater, or a TOEFL score of 650 or greater, or an approved equivalent must be supplied.