Overview

Based on student and faculty research interests and availability, each Recreation and Leisure Studies student at University of Waterloo will be assigned an interim advisor when first admitted.

Features

This interim advisor, in consultation with the Graduate Officer, will assist in determining an individualized program of study for the student.

The interim advisor may become the supervisor for the comprehensive examination and for the doctoral thesis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Recreation and Leisure Studies
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

68

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Tourism & Leisure

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

68

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Master of Arts (MA) degree, (or its equivalent) in Recreation and Leisure Studies or related field, with a minimum 75% average in master's level coursework.
Completion of an MA thesis.
Each applicant must submit a written statement outlining their research interests.
Students seeking admission to the PhD program should indicate in the letter of application who would be appropriate as a faculty advisor. Based on student and faculty research interests and availability, each student will be assigned an interim advisor when first admitted. This interim advisor, in consultation with the Graduate Officer, will assist in determining an individualized program of study for the student. The interim advisor may become the supervisor for the comprehensive examination and for the doctoral thesis.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

14792 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7396 CAD per semester during 48 months.
National

4508 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2254 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Waterloo

810 - 1447 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Recreation and Leisure Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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