Hartpury College prospectus 2024

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Outdoor Adventure at Hartpury

If you love working in the great outdoors, meeting new people, and leading a team, a career in outdoor adventure could be perfect for you. Our courses will give you the theory and practical experience for a rewarding role that could see you working anywhere in the world.

Sport and Outdoor Activities Level 3 This BTEC diploma will explore the principles and practices of outdoor adventure through classroom sessions and practical activities on land and water. These practical days will give you the chance to work towards National Governing Body awards. You’ll have access to outdoor adventure centres in the local area – applying your classroom learning in real-life settings – and you'll complete a period of work experience, with the opportunity to work with outdoor providers in the UK. Sport (Outdoor Adventure) Level 2 Our Level 2 BTEC diploma will give you a fundamental understanding of the core principles and enable you to transition to Level 3 study. You’ll gain introductory-level practical skills in a range of outdoor activities, including sailing, canoeing, climbing, and hill walking. Complete work experience to gain first-hand experience in the real world. Your modules could include Anatomy and Physiology, Leading Sports Activities, and Sports Injuries. On successful completion you could progress onto our Level 3 Foundation Diploma Sport and Outdoor Activities or our Level 3 Foundation Diploma Uniformed Protective Services (see page 101).

Your progression opportunities Our students have gone on to complete degrees in outdoor adventure, leadership, sports science, business, and management at a range of universities. This could lead to a career as a:

• Paddlesport Instructor • Watersports Instructor • Climbing Instructor • Sailing Instructor • Sports Nutritionist • Sports Psychologist

• Sports Coach • Ski Instructor

of Level 3 Extended Diploma Outdoor Adventure students progress into related employment

100 %

(Hartpury 2023)

We’re in the heart of Gloucestershire, with the Forest of Dean, Malvern Hills, and Brecon Beacons on our doorstep