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Therapeutic Recreation (BA)

Concordia University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #497 =

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Concordia University offers Therapeutic Recreation (BA), a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences programme in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,800 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Health Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / year
International tuition: CAD 34,800 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: concordia.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Therapeutic Recreation prepares students to design and deliver leisure services for people with health challenges or disabilities, covering individual and societal influences on leisure behaviour, needs assessment, and the development, coordination and delivery of special events and programs, combined with fieldwork placements at community organizations to evaluate program outcomes. The program is offered as a 60-credit Specialization. Full-time study takes a minimum of three to four years (90-120 credits), with classes held on the Loyola campus in Montreal and admission in the Fall or Winter term. The program suits students pursuing careers in recreation therapy, community health, rehabilitation services or related fields.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Quebec CEGEP applicants need a 22 overall average; Ontario and other Canadian high-school applicants need a B- overall average (ACT or SAT not required); IB Diploma applicants need 27 points overall; university transfer applicants need a B- average. Concordia's institution-wide English proficiency minimum applies unless exempt: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 70, or Duolingo 105. Fall applications are due March 1 and Winter applications November 1; U.S. and international applicants should apply earlier to allow time for immigration processing.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Concordia University

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1974
Students: 43,922
QS rank: #497 =
Programs: 250
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Therapeutic Recreation (BA) award?

Concordia University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Health Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does Therapeutic Recreation (BA) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Therapeutic Recreation (BA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,800 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

Can Therapeutic Recreation (BA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Concordia University.

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