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156 weeks
Hybrid
15 February 2027
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Victoria University City Campus, 364-378 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Indicative fees for full-time student (2026): AU$9,537 per year | Indicative fees for full-time student (2027): AU$9,880 per year
Duration
3 years full time or longer for part time
Eligibility
Domestic students:
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Aboriginal Traditions and Policy
Core unit — 12 credit points
Introduction to Adventure Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Natural Environments 1
Core unit — 12 credit points
Safety in Natural Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Adventure Based Learning for Outdoor Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Preparing to Lead in Natural Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Interpretation of Natural Environments for Outdoor Leaders
Core unit — 12 credit points
Operational Safety in Natural Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
River Environments 1
Core unit — 12 credit points
Bush Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Mountain Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Natural Environments 2
Core unit — 12 credit points
Leading Facilitating and Interpreting in Natural Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Risk Management in Natural Environments
Core unit — 12 credit points
Outdoor and Environmental Philosophy
Core unit — 12 credit points
Environmental Inquiry, Sustainability and Communities
Core unit — 12 credit points
Common Questions
Thanks to the VU Block Model, where you study subjects in four-week 'blocks', there are five opportunities across the year to start your course.
Yes. You can apply for credit for any relevant units you have completed in your current or previous course(s). A VET (TAFE) diploma may get you entry into the second year of a bachelor degree. To apply, you will need to supply academic transcripts and unit descriptions. Any documents in another language will need to be translated and certified.
Yes. Domestic students in undergraduate courses, including bachelor degrees, can defer studying for work, travel or personal reasons for a maximum of 12 months, as long as they do this before enrolling. You can apply for a deferral when accepting your offer to study.
Course applications are made directly to VU, or via VTAC. You can find step-by-step instructions on the VU Apply page. If applying directly to VU, you can apply for credit during the course-application process. If applying via VTAC, wait until after your application is accepted and apply for credit to VU during enrolment.
You can call VU's course and study enquiries line at +61 3 9919 6100, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, or enquire online. You can also visit VUHQ, VU's student service centre, which offers in-person, online and phone support.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.
Step 02
Submit Documents
Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.
Step 03
Get Enrolled
Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!
Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.
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