Outdoor Learning - Kerry

The BA in Outdoor Learning is specifically designed to meet the needs of those who are actively employed in the delivery of programmes using the outdoors. This includes outdoor education (OE), environmental education, learning outside the classroom, outdoor based youth work and much more.

Applicants must meet the following five minimum entry requirements: Hold 60 credits at NFQ level 6, or equivalent or higher-level award, in any one of the following areas: outdoor education, adult education, community education, health and leisure, youth and community studies, social care, sport and recreation; OR have completed a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process with the University RPL co-ordinator to the value of 60 credits as identified in the European Qualifications Framework for Outdoor Animators (EQFOA/ CLO2) Provide evidence of cumulated experience of working in the sector for the equivalent of no less than 24 months on a full-time basis Complete a Garda vetting process through MTU Be employed or engaged on a full-time basis in an appropriate organisation to facilitate the work-based requirements of the programme (subject to approval of suitability by the course co-ordinators) Possess sufficient conversational and written English language skills – an IELTS requirement of 6.5.