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Adventure Performance and Coaching

UHI North, West and Hebrides

Venues

Fort William Campus, Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Content

The BSc (Hons) Adventure Performance and Coaching brings a unique focus on sports science to the domain of adventure coaching. You will combine the skills and knowledge of the applied sports scientist with those of a modern adventure professional in ever-changing outdoor environments, drawing on expertise from the School of Adventure Studies and across UHI partner colleges.

This programme will provide you with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the key elements of sports science, while teaching you to apply them to the outdoor and adventure environment – all underpinned by a growing and deepening understanding of the meaning of ‘adventure’.

Entry Requirements

3 Highers at C or above including Physical Education or a science subject. You will also be expected to be able to demonstrate an interest in, and a commitment to practical outdoor activities, and preferably have an interest in a professional career in the outdoor sector. Personal practical outdoor experience is an advantage.

You would require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details.

Progression Routes

MSc Sustainable Mountain Development, MSc Psychology Conversion or MRes Exercise, Physiology, Training and Nutrition.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BSc Hons

Study Method

Part time (day)

Course Length

8 years

Department

Business, Leisure and Tourism

SCQF Level

10