University of New Brunswick - Fredericton
University of New Brunswick - Fredericton

3 Bailey Drive, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

Bachelor of Recreation and Sport Studies

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

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

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

75%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

September 6, 2024

Submission deadline

June 1, 2025

Open date

April 1, 2025

Submission deadline

October 1, 2025

Open date

August 1, 2025

Submission deadline

February 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree including an optional internship

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$125 CAD

Application fee

$17467 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

International Health Insurance Fee: $465per year
Student Fees: $939 per year