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We are situated in an area of outstanding • Excellent links and work-placement
wild natural beauty. Our team of lecturers opportunities with many adventure-based
and associate staff comprise some of the businesses and institutions in Scotland,
UK’s most experienced and qualified the UK and internationally.
professionals in the field – you can expect to
get the best possible training and • Residential field trips, clubs, international
assessment while you are here. expeditions and many other opportunities
to enhance your skills and experience in
What to expect: adventure activities.
• Receive tailored outdoor-activity skill
Choose your Adventure…
development and professional NGB
training and assessment with the School of Adventure is at the heart of The School of
Adventure Studies' 'practical credits system': Adventure Studies – we are passionate
continuous professional skills development about the outdoors, and about understanding
throughout your degree and beyond. the professional pathways towards a career
• Be part of a vibrant and active student in the most rewarding and dynamic sector in
community of outdoor enthusiasts based in the UK. Whatever your specialism or
Fort William, the Outdoor Capital of the UK. personal interest, we are set up to give you
• Easy transfer options available between the skills and knowledge you need to inspire
adventure programmes within the School a lifetime’s career in the outdoors.
of Adventure Studies: Adventure Tourism
Management; Adventure Performance and So, what is adventure?
Coaching; and Marine and Coastal Tourism. When we use the word adventure, we’re
usually talking about adventurous activities
in the outdoor environment. However,
adventure is more than just this. It can give
you a fresh sense of perspective, novelty
and awe, but it will also demand something
from you, and the outcomes may
be uncertain.
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