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Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport and Tourism University of Alberta - North Campus University of Alberta - North Campus, Canada

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CAD 35667

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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80%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Recreation Sport and Tourism (BARST) degree explores the wide world of recreation and leisure, from tourism, to fitness programs, to arts, culture and heritage programs. The BARST degree also gives you the option to minor in one of the following areas: Community Development, Sport and Recreation Management, or Tourism and Natural Environments. No matter what area you specialize in, a BARST degree will prepare you for numerous career opportunities in one of the world's fastest-growing industries.

Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 90 - With no score less than - 21
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 61 - With no score less than - 60
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 120.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent, including the following required course(s):
    • English Language Arts 30-1
    • Subject from Group A or C
    • Subject from Group A or B
    • Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended)
    • Subject from Group A, C, or Physical Education 30, or Recreation Leadership (REC) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS). Note: Only 5-credit courses will be used for admission purposes.
  • Note - Mathematics 30-2 is acceptable for admission as a Group C subject, however only one of Mathematics 30-1 and Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission purposes.

6.5 IELTS Score
90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
80% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

35667

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125

Application Fee
(CAD)

15400 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Scholarships

Students are automatically evaluated for the following three scholarships and may receive all three. Funding is limited and early application for admission is encouraged. 

President's International Distinction Scholarship May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship International Leader Scholarship Cora Martinson International Scholarship
Students with a superior admission
average and demonstrated leadership qualities entering their first year of an undergraduate degree on a Student Visa Permit could receive up to $120,000 CAD (payable over 4 years).
Students with a superior admission average and self-declared financial need entering their first year of an undergraduate degree on a Student Visa Permit who are Chinese or Hong Kong citizens could receive up to $100,000 (payable over 4 years). Well-rounded leaders with superior
academics may receive up to $15,000
CAD.
Students with superior academic achievement entering any year of an undergraduate degree program at Augustana Faculty on a Student Visa Permit could receive up to $56,000 (payable over 4 years). Selection is based on academic standing with preference given to students with indicated financial need.

 

Scholarships requiring a Separate Application

President’s International Distinction Scholarship International Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship is worth $120,000 and awarded in $30,000 installments over 4 years. It is intended to attract top student leaders to the University of Alberta and at least 25 of these scholarships will be awarded for Fall 2025. This scholarship is also intended for top students who are leaders in their community. It is a one-time entrance award worth up to $15,000.


The scholarship application for both awards must be submitted by 10 January 2025. Details may be found on this link

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