Programs

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MA Recreation and Leisure Studies (Coursework option)

Coursework | Full- or part-time | On campus

The Master of Arts Recreation and Leisure Studies (coursework) addresses a wide range of practical issues related to leisure, recreation, well-being and quality of life in a flexible, interdisciplinary course-based curriculum.

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MA Recreation and Leisure Studies (Thesis option)

Thesis | Full- or part-time | On campus

The Master of Arts (MA) in Recreation and Leisure Studies (RLS) examines the implications of leisure and leisure behaviour on individuals, communities and society. Students will understand theories and concepts related to leisure and examine perspectives from social sciences and humanities. Faculty and graduate students in RLS have a wide range of expertise spanning social justice, aging and well-being, tourism and sustainable development, events, business, sport management, leisure and health and more.

Many of our graduates proceeded to doctoral studies; others have assumed roles as leaders, senior planners, management consultants, research and evaluation specialists, and recreation therapists in a variety of service sectors.

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PhD Recreation and Leisure Studies

Thesis | Full- or part-time | On campus

The PhD program provides opportunity for advanced study and research in the field of Recreation and Leisure Studies. The degree culminates in the completion of a doctoral thesis, which is expected to make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge in areas such as sport, therapeutic recreation, tourism and events. Students are also provided with opportunities for teaching and research assistantships, and are encouraged to participate in undergraduate teaching.

Graduates of the PhD program in Recreation and Leisure Studies are hired as professors and researchers at universities around the world.

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Collaborative PhD Aging, Health and Well-being

Thesis | Full- or part-time | On campus

The PhD in Aging, Health and Well-being provides you with an interdisciplinary platform upon which to develop a broad understanding of issues related to the health and well-being of our aging population. You can register in any of the academic units in the Faculty of Health and access courses and resources across the Faculty, including dissertation committee members who can add diverse perspectives to approaching research problems.