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Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
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Bachelor of Recreation and Sport Studies at University of New Brunswick at Fredericton

UNB’s Bachelor of Recreation and Sport Studies program is designed for students who are curious about the social-psychological aspects of recreation, sports, and physical activity. This four-year program balances theory and hands-on practice. With options for honours, directed studies, and exciting work placements, the BRSS will prepare students for a meaningful career of creating, managing, and executing programs that contribute to healthy communities and healthy lives.

Since 1957, UNB’s Faculty of Kinesiology has been growing a reputation as a national leader in kinesiology, recreation, and sport and wellness. The program excels at personalized learning and professional preparation. The BRSS takes a comprehensive approach to the study of human movement, offering innovative and timely courses, small class sizes, and first-class faculty and staff. The goal is to provide students with the critical thinking skills and creative passion for a rewarding career in the realm of physical activity, recreation, sport, and health and wellness.

Hands-on learning:

  • Practicums: Some students choose to learn directly from a health care worker; others assist with coaching a team, or they volunteer with a community agency.
  • Professional Internships: Internships are longer versions of practicums. These are unpaid, four-month, full-time placements with an organization best suited to a student's career goals. Students will become part of a professional team, learning and contributing as they go.

Skills students will acquire:

  • Physical Literacy
  • How to build and innovate team dynamics
  • Research and analytical skills to assist with the design, administration, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of a recreation or sport program
  • The ability to identify ethical issues Effective Communication
Level Bachleors
Discipline Arts and Humanities
Duration 48 months
Intakes Jan, Sep
Application Fees CAD 125
Tuition Fees CAD 17467
Campus Fredericton
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Admission Requirements
Language proficiency (minimum)
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 85
PTE 59
Duolingo 115
Exam proficiency (minimum)
SAT Not Required / Waiver
ACT Not Required / Waiver
GRE Not Required / Waiver
GMAT Not Required / Waiver
Requirements

Minimum GPA - 75%

Rankings
QS Ranking 701-750
Times Higher Education 601-800
ARWU 901-1000
Webometrics 616
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