Course Modules

This module will explore a range of different strategies designed to offer support to the emerging arts practitioner and will introduce students to a number of different models of successful self-development.

This module allows you to risk more ambitious personal development in performance with an orchestral context.

This module provides you with strong knowledge of the basic concepts within the academic discipline of psychology, its different perspectives and its application to the outdoor and adventurous environment. You will consider developmental and lifespan issues from a motor, cognitive,

This module acts as an introduction to the study of group formation and group dynamics. You will consider the pressures placed on society in general by different groups, as you examine models of group formation and the dynamics of group

This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of water-based adventure activities. Key aspects of the module will include an examination of personal performance, the physical environment and safety and wellbeing. The module will focus on creating theory to practice

This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of land-based adventure activities. Key aspects of the module will include an examination of personal performance, the physical environment and safety and wellbeing. The module will focus on creating theory to practice

The sandwich experience enables you to observe and be involved in work in areas of outdoors, adventure, and/or education. Throughout the experience, you will consider the varying approaches adopted by different providers, reflect upon that provision, and improve your own

This module explores the role of applied sports science in the enhancement of performance as well as in quality delivery within the adventure environment. You will examine the use of analysis and assessment tools to provide an introduction to mental

Many students can organise outdoor and adventure activities in simple contexts but few have the ability to do so in light of complex environmental factors. This module aims to provide you with a basic knowledge of the earth’s atmosphere, the

This module builds on the key principles developed in year one and centres on the planning, delivery, evaluation and justification of teaching and/or facilitation methods applied to small group, micro-teaching contexts in outdoor and adventure education.