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Master of Science in Recreation and Leisure studies University of North Texas, USA

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In this program students will take courses that emphasize human development, communication studies, the study of leisure, and how to plan, design, lead, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs. It is designed to prepare students for management-level positions within the leisure service field or the therapeutic recreation area, or for further graduate work in recreation and leisure studies. Career opportunities include leadership and management positions in various agencies such as municipal recreation departments, not-for-profit agencies, resorts, military bases, commercial recreation enterprises, sport facilities, schools, hospitals and rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, state or federal agencies, parks, outdoor education centers, camps, YMCAs, intramural and campus recreation programs, corporations and fitness clubs. Specific research examples include administration of leisure services, community and economic aspects of recreation, and recreation opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Entry requirement for international students

Students must hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. Students should have an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 2.8 overall or a 3.0 for the last 60 hours or a minimum 3.4 master’s GPA. A lower GPA (2.6 overall or 2.8 in the last 60 hours) may be considered on an individual basis at the departmental level along with other factors (e.g., undergraduate academic institution, course work listed on the student’s transcript, completion of a previous master’s degree). International students should have obtained a minimum TOEFL score of 79 (Internet-based), score of 550 (Paper-based) and score of 213 (Computer-based) and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall band and also should have minimum MELAB (official version) score of 80 or higher.

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Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

University Of North Texas

Department name

College of Education, Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Recreation

About University of North Texas

The University of North Texas (UNT) is a student-centered public research university and the flagship of the UNT System. With 12 colleges and schools , and more than 36,500 students, UNT is one of Texas's largest universities. Our growing global community includes 2,600 international students from more than 121 countries. UNT students receive a quality education at an affordable cost. The university offers 97 bachelor's , 88 master's and 40 docto read more

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  • Overview The University of North Texas (UNT) is a student-centered public research university and the flagship of the UNT System. With 12 colleges and schools , and more than 36,500 students, UNT is one ...read more
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  • Intensive English Institute International students can improve their English proficiency by enrolling themselves in IELI classes conducted on campus. The Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) was established in 1977 to t ...read more
  • Research Scholarship, creativity, innovation and technology transfer are the defining characteristics of research at the University of North Texas. An emerging national research university, UNT has invested ...read more
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  • International Admissions University of North Texas allows international students to apply simultaneously for undergraduate/graduate and IELI courses. Students planning to pursue either IELI courses or higher education progr ...read more
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