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Bachelor of Childhood Nature Studies

University of Minnesota Duluth

Duluth, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Early-childhood degree linking child development with nature-based learning.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Childhood Nature Studies. Strengthen critical analysis
evidence-based reasoning
and clear communication through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

Preschool teacher or director in nature preschools and child care centres
early childhood or special education paraprofessional
parent or family educator

Curriculum

Cross-disciplinary coursework including environmental education prepares graduates for family
childcare
early learning
school and community settings. Post-baccalaureate coursework is available for early childhood teacher licensure.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school completion with official or unofficial transcripts translated into English
transfer applicants also submit records from every college attended
proof of English proficiency unless exempt (country list
AP/A-level/IB English
26+ US transfer credits
or two semesters at a US high school)

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official or unofficial transcripts translated into English; transfer applicants also submit records from every college attended; proof of English proficiency unless exempt (country list, AP/A-level/IB English, 26+ US transfer credits, or two semesters at a US high school)

Language tests

IELTS 6

Documents you’ll need

High School Transcripts
Secondary School Graduation Certificate

How to apply

Complete the University of Minnesota Duluth online application. Submit secondary school records and applicable English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee. Review your application status and provide official records before enrollment.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,908 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Duluth
Faculty or school	College of Education and Human Service Professions
Department	Applied Human Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International Student Scholarship: eligible degree-seeking international undergraduates may receive up to 5000 USD per year, up to 20000 USD over four years. Admission application deadlines and GPA renewal rules apply.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
18 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.