The Geography and Outdoor Education (Hons) programme at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) develops your understanding of landscapes, earth processes and human-environment relationships—through both classroom learning and outdoor fieldwork.
You’ll build practical skills for outdoor education and adventure delivery, with opportunities to work toward National Governing Body (NGB) qualifications and to interpret the history and ecology of the Irish countryside for clients.
- Level: Honours Bachelor’s degree
- Delivery: Full-time (check programme website for campus and timetable details)
- Location: Mayo (fieldwork and practical components)
- Focus: Geography, landscape interpretation, outdoor education and adventure delivery
- Professional development: Opportunities to work toward National Governing Body (NGB) qualifications in adventure sports
- Language of instruction: English
- Credits: Typically 240 ECTS for an Honours Bachelor’s degree (confirm with ATU)
- Start dates: Usually September (confirm for your intake)
- Tuition fees: EU/Non-EU fees vary—see ATU/FindingsUni fee details for your category
Programme Structure
Courses typically include:
- Adventure Activities – Personal Skills
- Earth Processes
- Information Technology
- Academic and Professional Skills (SC:CB)
- Developing the Professional Practitioner in Outdoor Education
- Health and Fitness
The curriculum also includes geography and landscape learning, field-based activities, and professional practice components that support safe outdoor delivery and client-focused interpretation of the countryside.
Assessment: A mix of written assignments, practical demonstrations, and fieldwork-based tasks (confirm module assessment methods on the programme website).
Progression: You will build skills across the degree, culminating in a capstone-style learning outcome that demonstrates your readiness for outdoor education and adventure programme work (confirm final-year requirements on the programme website).
Check the programme website for the full, up-to-date curriculum and module list for your intake.
Academic requirements
Entry is based on your prior academic qualifications. Specific subject combinations and grade requirements are listed under the “Other requirements” section below.
We are not aware of any GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Leaving Certificate: 6 subjects at O6/H7, including:
- 2 subjects at H5
- English or Irish at O6/H7
- Maths at O6/H7 or Foundation Maths at F2
- QQI/FET Major Award: Any
- Additional QQI/FET requirements: Three Distinctions
- GCE / A-level / GCSE: 6 distinct recognised subjects, including:
- 2 A-levels at Grade C
- 4 other subjects at GCSE level Grade C, including English or Irish and Maths
Note: If you are applying with qualifications outside these listed routes, ATU may assess equivalencies—check the programme website or contact admissions for guidance.
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Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit the programme website for the latest entry details, including intake dates and any additional selection steps.
Graduates of an ATU programme in Ireland may be eligible to apply for a post-study work permission, subject to meeting the relevant Irish immigration requirements at the time of application.
- Eligibility: You must have completed your degree and hold the appropriate immigration permission to study in Ireland during your programme.
- Timing: Applications are typically made after successful completion of your studies. Check the current Irish Department of Justice / immigration guidance for exact timelines.
- Duration: The length of the post-study work permission depends on the programme level and the rules in force at the time you apply.
- Conditions: You may need to provide evidence of course completion (e.g., final transcript/award), identity documents, and any required supporting paperwork.
- Country-specific rules: Requirements can change. Always verify the latest conditions for graduates of Irish higher education institutions before planning your stay.
Important: This information is general guidance and does not replace official immigration advice. For the most accurate eligibility and duration details, consult the Irish immigration authorities or your university’s international office.
