Why study this program?
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.
Why study at the University of Alberta?
The Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation gives you access to all the state-of-the-art learning, research and athletic facilities at the University of Alberta, while offering small class sizes and specialized, interactive programs. With every degree program you’ll gain foundational career skills and the opportunity to take classroom concepts into work environments.
- Parks & Recreation Manager
- Tourism Operator or Entrepreneur
- Economic Development Officer
- Arts & Culture Development Officer
- Provincial Sports Association Director
- Special Events or Festival Manager
- Event Coordinator
- Provincial / Municipal Recreation Coordinator
- Recreation Facility Operator
- Recreation, Parks and Culture Coordinator
- Tourism / Outdoor Adventure Coordinator
- Community Development Facilitator
- Recreation & Active Living Program Specialist
- Athletics Director/Manager
Colton, from Edmonton, is a BARST student. He recommends this program for anyone who loves being outside, anyone who is passionate about any kind of recreation, tourism and sport and if you want to make a difference.
Admissions Requirements for 2025 - 2026
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Because the U of A wants you to succeed, our admissions policy ensures that all students, regardless of citizenship, have the language skills they need to understand, participate and learn in our classes. The primary language of instruction in our classes, with the exception of those at the Faculté Saint-Jean, is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy refer to the U of A Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
At the U of A, we are committed to encouraging Indigenous Students in their work towards a degree. Indigenous students have been under-represented in higher education in Canada, thus our policy is aimed at increasing opportunity, with the goal of our Aboriginal student population being representative of the public we serve. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students refer to the U of A Calendar.
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