Recreation and Leisure Studies - Aging, Health and Well-Being University of Waterloo

Overview

This Recreation and Leisure Studies - Aging, Health and Well-Being programme offered by University of Waterloo examines the health, well-being, and quality of life of aging populations through an interdisciplinary approach that combines recreation and leisure studies with aging research. Students develop advanced expertise in their chosen area of recreation and leisure while gaining a broad understanding of the biological, social, environmental, and healthcare factors that influence aging. The programme encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration and provides access to diverse academic perspectives, resources, and research opportunities focused on addressing challenges associated with population aging.

Key Facts

As Canada's first collaborative PhD programme dedicated to aging, health, and well-being, the programme supports innovative research on topics such as healthy lifestyles, mobility, dementia, health services, injury prevention, health information management, and social inclusion. Students work with interdisciplinary dissertation committees and engage with researchers from multiple fields to develop evidence-based solutions for emerging issues affecting older adults. The programme prepares graduates for leadership roles in research, policy development, academia, healthcare, and public-sector organizations.