Graduates of the Diploma in Adventure Tourism Programme will have the technical skills and theoretical knowledge to operate as a junior guide in an adventure tourism company in their chosen specialty. Theory is covered through the following compulsory courses, taken across the first and second year: Adventure Guiding One (included Tramping) Adventure Guiding Two Customer Communications for Adventure Tourism Risk Management for Adventure Activities Industry Practice

For applicants under the age of 20, a minimum of 40 credits at NCEA Level 2 across four subjects or Equivalent; Applicants 20 years of age and over, no formal qualifications needed; Proof of English proficiency; Additional entry requirements for all applicants include physical fitness to withstand the demands of adventure tourism, two referee reports that attest to their suitability for study on the Programme (or attendance at an interview).