Bachelor of Recreation and Sport Studies
3 Bailey Drive, Fredericton, Canada
30636
Last updated: 16/04/2025
About Bachelor of Recreation and Sport Studies
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
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