Outdoor Leadership with Integrated Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
University of Cumbria
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Carlisle - Fusehill Street

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Carlisle - Fusehill Street

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Ambleside Campus

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Our outdoor leadership foundation year in Carlisle will build a solid base in scientific, intellectual and investigative skills and knowledge so that you reach the level needed to undertake the remainder of your degree in Ambleside. You’ll develop outdoor and leadership skills, knowledge and experience working with people in challenging environments. You will enjoy great facilities at our Lake District campus whilst gaining all the skills you need to work in the outdoor sector. There will be ...Read more

Our outdoor leadership foundation year in Carlisle will build a solid base in scientific, intellectual and investigative skills and knowledge so that you reach the level needed to undertake the remainder of your degree in Ambleside. You’ll develop outdoor and leadership skills, knowledge and experience working with people in challenging environments. You will enjoy great facilities at our Lake District campus whilst gaining all the skills you need to work in the outdoor sector. There will be plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy exciting field trips in a range of locations which may include the Highlands of Scotland, North Wales and the Spanish Pyrenees.The outdoor leadership degree course is organised to blend theory and practice seamlessly, using a range of adventurous outdoor activities to promote your learning whilst gaining valuable experience and skills to support your journey towards National Governing Body Awards.

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SR
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30 Apr 22

I started the BA Photography course in 2018 and finished in 2022. I found the modules interesting, and we had a good mix of arts and more commercially orientated guest speakers...Read more

SR
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14 Mar 22

I speak as an ART student, which is its own campus. Campus location is in a beautiful part of the country, sandwiched between the Lake District and Scotland. Perfect for those who..Read more

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£16,000 per year

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SR
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30 Apr 22
I started the BA Photography course in 2018 and finished in 2022. I found the modules interesting, and we had a good mix of arts and more commercially orientated guest speakers....
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SR
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14 Mar 22
I speak as an ART student, which is its own campus. Campus location is in a beautiful part of the country, sandwiched between the Lake District and Scotland. Perfect for those who...
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University of Cumbria
Fusehill Street Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2HH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Carlisle  0.3 miles away

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