Overview

Students from the Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism at the University of Alberta can create a diversified degree program that aligns with their individual interests through selection of one of four options - completion of the general BARST program or completion of the BARST program with a minor in one of the following areas:

Community Development

Sport and Recreation Management

Tourism and Natural Environments

Practicum:

As part of your degree you have the opportunity to complete a practicum in the final year of the program. The practicum allows you to integrate and enhance what you've learned in the classroom with work-place specific knowledge and skills in an authentic professional setting. The practicum fosters educational, personal, and professional growth, and provides networking opportunities. Learn more about our Professional Practicum Program.

Careers:

Career opportunities for graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport and Tourism program include Recreation Therapist, Recreation Facility Operator, Event Coordinator, Director of Provincial Sport Association, Provincial or Municipal Recreation Coordinator and Sports Administrator.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leadership in Recreation and Leisure Organizations

Canadian History of Leisure, Sport, and Health

Adapted Physical Activity and Leisure for Diverse Populations

Marketing for Recreation, Sport and Tourism

Sport and Leisure in Canadian Society: Sociological Perspectives

Human Resources Management in Recreation, Sport and Tourism

Philosophies of Leisure

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Tourism & Leisure View 45 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Only one Language other than English is accepted for admission

Prospective students should consult the Undergraduate Programs Office for the latest list of approved equivalent courses.

Transfer applicants who have completed less than 24 transferable will be considered high school applicants. If a student in this circumstance has a GPA below 2.0 on their postsecondary coursework they would be admitted on probation. In order to clear this probation they must complete a minimum of 18 and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 over the next Fall/Winter Terms (September - April).

Tuition Fee

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International

33968 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33968 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

7012 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7012 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Recreation, Sport, and Tourism.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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