Study the BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism Management degree with us and you will develop all the skills and knowledge you need to work in the dynamic and expanding global adventure tourism industry. The course focuses on Adventure Tourism and business practice within the field, and you will learn and apply knowledge in: outdoor skills practice, safety and leadership, tourism, business and entrepreneurship, research, and psychology - all underpinned by a growing and deepening understanding of the meaning of "adventure".
You will be based in Lochaber, the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, one of the finest UK locations for adventure tourism. The natural heritage, culture and landscapes of the West Highlands, and its Coasts and Islands create our playground, with world-renowned rivers flowing from some of Scotland’s greatest mountains to the sea.
You will also benefit from the expertise of our academic staff and expert associate practitioners, who are highly experienced and qualified, some having been published within the field of adventure tourism.
The local adventure industry was the original driving force behind this course. We have tapped into their enthusiasm and created an adventure studies world where aspiring adventurers can turn their passion into real potential.
Our School of Adventure Studies courses cover a wide range of study at different levels, inspiring and developing students’ knowledge and skills from local High Schools through to post graduate study and beyond. Close links with the outdoor sector mean that all our courses are designed to be relevant and dynamic, taught by subject experts with a focus on employability skills and cutting edge knowledge.
