Recreation and Sport Management

Further Studies

The program prepares students for career entry; however, students interested in further studies can apply to the third year of VIU's Bachelor of Tourism Management.

Completion Requirements

Students must maintain a GPA of 2.33 (C+) in order to qualify for work placement activities.

Students must maintain an average "C+" grade and must perform satisfactorily in work placement activities in order to graduate. 

• General admission requirements apply.
• Official transcript of grades from high school (and post-secondary institutions where applicable).

Recommendation for Admission

• History of leadership, active involvement in recreation and sport pursuits, and experience working with people of varying ages and interests.

Notes on Admission

• Fieldwork may require a criminal record check prior to placement.
• Enrolment in this program is limited. Students who meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements may not necessarily be admitted to the program.
• All new students must participate in a compulsory orientation held early in the Fall semester.

The administration of recreation and sport services is a challenging career in this increasingly leisure-oriented society. Dynamic and innovative people are needed to plan, organize, and supervise recreation experiences in a variety of settings. Graduates have found employment in the following areas:

• Agencies, such as the Boys’ and Girls’ Club and the YM/YWCA, Sport B.C.
• Public Recreation and Sport Management, including parks and recreation departments in municipalities and regional districts, community schools, recreation associations, and public recreation and sport facilities.
• Outdoor Recreation, providing camping, wilderness experiences, risk recreation and sport, and environmental education. Parks involvement is also possible.
• Commercial Enterprises, such as fitness centres, racquetball complexes, and retail outlets.
• Inclusive Leisure, involving the provision of recreation to those with special needs, such as individuals who are disabled and disadvantaged in institutions or in the community.
• Tourism, including destination resorts, theme parks, tourist bureaus, and special events and festivals.

Co-operative Education

Under the Co-operative Education format, formal supervised work terms are integrated into the total curriculum on a paid basis. Students will benefit from the experience by:

• relating academic study more effectively to the field of practice;
• developing a clearer career focus;
• gaining valuable practical experience;
• being able to finance a larger portion of their education.

Access to Co-operative Education placements is based on students’ GPA (minimum of 2.33 (“C+”) is required) and their willingness to work as a team member with faculty and Co-operative Education staff to find appropriate placements.

Students in Co-operative Education work terms pay a fee, which is due during the second month of each work term.

Domestic (Canadian)