Heatree has developed a nationally unique partnership with the University Centre South Devon which enables volunteers to stay at Heatree and study. Two courses are available: a two year Foundation Degree in Adventure Leadership, which can be topped up in one year to a full Bachelor’s (Hons) Degree in Coaching (Outdoor Leadership). Both are awarded by the University of Plymouth.

Students at Heatree receive:

• Lectures at both South Devon University Centre and Heatree Activity Centre
• Personal Tutor and access to Student Services support
• Outdoor Adventure training days and expeditions
• Study time and a dedicated study space with computer and library facilities
• Personalised assignment support with one of our qualified teachers (several of the Heatree staff lecture as part of this degree)
• Christian Leadership module
• Food and on-site accommodation

Course Modules include:

• Principles of adventure
• Physiology of the outdoors
• Business start-up
• Expedition leadership
• Psychology for the extremes
• Applied adventure sports

To enrol on this course, you will require 48-60 UCAS points, from at least one of the following: A Levels, BTEC Nationals, Access to Higher Education Diploma, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications.