St. Catharines,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies - Community Recreation in St. Catharines Canada | Brock University
Brock University
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St. Catharines Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
18,442
(c. USD13,236.67)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies provides four-year degree options, including an Honours Bachelor's and a Major Bachelor's program in Recreation and Leisure Studies. Additionally, a three-year Pass degree is available. These programs equip graduates for diverse careers in leisure services.
The Community Recreation curriculum develops leadership skills for the community sector through courses in organizational management, financial planning, marketing strategies, program design, and research methods. It emphasizes inclusive practices and community development, with special focus on youth and underserved populations. Practical experience is integrated through fieldwork and community-based learning.
Career paths include:
Recreation coordinator
Facility operations manager
Therapeutic recreation specialist
Accessibility coordinator
Outdoor education instructor
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Senior Secondary school credential appropriate for entry to university in your home country
Academically rigorous grade 12 year
Minimum B- average (higher for some programs)
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Minimum six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level credits, including program specific prerequisites
A minimum admission average of 70% (many programs require a higher average)
IELTS - Academic (overall 6.5, no band below 6.0)
TOEFL - overall 88, no band below 21
Duolingo - minimum score of 110
CAEL - overall 70, no band below 60
PTE - 58
IELP - Level 5 Successful completion of Level 5 of the Brock Intensive English Language program
CAE (A1 Advanced) -176 minimum score
CPE (C2 Proficiency) -176 minimum score
IB - Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma with English A
Academically rigorous grade 12 year
Minimum B- average (higher for some programs)
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Minimum six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level credits, including program specific prerequisites
A minimum admission average of 70% (many programs require a higher average)
IELTS - Academic (overall 6.5, no band below 6.0)
TOEFL - overall 88, no band below 21
Duolingo - minimum score of 110
CAEL - overall 70, no band below 60
PTE - 58
IELP - Level 5 Successful completion of Level 5 of the Brock Intensive English Language program
CAE (A1 Advanced) -176 minimum score
CPE (C2 Proficiency) -176 minimum score
IB - Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma with English A
Tuition
CAD
18,442