Outdoor Education, Sustainability & Well-being - Mayo
This unique programme is the first post-graduate outdoor education award to be developed in Ireland. The programme fosters a strong philosophy of outdoor education across all modules utilising experiential approaches, residential experiences, journeying and other outdoor experiences.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, blended delivery.
Study Hours
The programme is delivered with monthly workshops and enables flexibility. Each module will have directed e-learning between workshops, approximately 10-12 hours per week.
On-Campus Attendance
4 residential workshops per semester at the ATU Mayo Campus.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a Level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent. Given the cross disciplinary nature of the programme, applicants may be from a range of disciplines.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.
Further information
Start Date: September 2026.
Total Fees: €7,200
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
This unique programme is the first post-graduate outdoor education award to be developed in Ireland. The programme fosters a strong philosophy of outdoor education across all modules utilising experiential approaches, residential experiences, journeying and other outdoor experiences. The programme embeds place-based learning within an Irish cultural and landscape context. Students will draw on the latest research and methodology to critically reflect on and develop their impact in their chosen specialist sector.
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for those seeking to lead sustainability, wellbeing and experiential education related initiatives in organisations that use, or would like to begin using, the outdoors. Present students are from a wide spectrum of backgrounds which encompass; education, healthcare, community work, adventure programming and outdoor education.
Modules:
Education for Sustainability
Applied Research
Experiential Learning, Landscape and Place
Research Cycle
Dissertation / Applied Research
Project
100% continuous assessment.
Admissions: learn.galwaymayo@atu.ie