BA in Recreation and Leisure Studies (Honours) - Tourism Development in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

Recreation and Leisure Studies is among the globe's most expansive and rapidly expanding sectors. Consider this - every activity beyond work, education, and sleep falls under recreation and leisure. At the University of Waterloo, distinguished faculty will teach you to shape, promote, and deliver initiatives that elevate life experiences. Whether your passion lies in sports promotion, sustainable tourism, therapeutic activities, or event coordination, the possibilities are boundless. In one of the continent's premier leisure programs, you'll develop skills to enrich lives by expanding access to physical, social, and psychological wellness. Through Recreation and Leisure Studies, you'll explore how thoughtfully crafted recreational initiatives promote diversity and community cohesion. Hands-on learning through excursions and practical placements extends your education far beyond traditional classrooms. Acquire professional experience through coursework, paid co-op positions, or intensive 105-hour practicums. With 15 customizable electives, you can blend leisure studies with complementary disciplines or pursue a dual degree. This vibrant sector - ranking among the planet's biggest industries - offers countless fulfilling career paths both domestically and internationally.

As the planet's largest economic sector, tourism creates unprecedented demand for professionals skilled in destination stewardship. Our program provides comprehensive analysis of tourism's societal, financial, and ecological effects worldwide. You'll master essential strategies for designing, operating, and financing tourism attractions and events. Learn from award-winning scholars renowned for their teaching and research excellence across borders.