Tourism, Recreation & Sport, B.A. Details
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- Students can declare Tourism, Recreation & Sport as a major after completion of 24 credit hours and a 2.0 or higher UNCW GPA. An application is not required.
- Students must also choose from one of three concentration options when declaring their major: Tourism, Hospitality & Event Planning, Recreational Sport Leadership, or Public and Non-Profit Recreation.
- REC students just starting out in their major are required to complete REC 265 and REC 270 before taking other REC courses.
- In all REC courses taken, students must earn a “C” or higher to progress in the major.
- Academic Catalogue
- Student Learning Outcomes (Academic Catalogue)
- Curriculum
- REC NC Community College Transfer Guide 2024-2025
- Tourism, Recreation and Sport Minor
- Meet the Faculty
Tourism, Recreation & Sport, B.A. + Applied Gerontology, M.S.
The combined Bachelor of Arts degree in Tourism, Recreation and Sport and Master of Science degree in Applied Gerontology program offers an accelerated path toward a Master of Science degree that prepares graduates to serve as qualified professionals providing leisure opportunities and experiences for individuals of all ages and from all walks of life to enhance their overall health, well-being and quality of life.
Advising
Schedule an appointment with a Student Success advisor.
All majors take classes in a core curriculum that includes both a practicum and a semester-long internship. Students then select at least one option area that offers specialized classes in one of the three following options.
Sport & Recreation Option
Students selecting this option desire to find employment in recreational sport and/or fitness settings. These may include university campus recreation sports, local and regional sports clubs, and fitness centers. Classes include courses in facility management, inclusive recreation, planning and managing sports leagues, and leadership.
Parks & Recreation
Students selecting this option focus their study on working with municipal, state and federal parks and recreation departments, YMCAs, Boys' and Girls' Clubs, and other outdoor recreation settings. Classes include information in facility management, inclusive recreation, communication and leadership.
Tourism, Hospitality & Events
Individuals selecting this option are prepared for management in a range of tourism and commercial recreation settings including cruise ships, theme parks, tour operators, spas, resorts and hotels, and professional meeting and event planning. Courses include resort and spa management, assessment of tourism's economic, environmental and social impacts, an introduction to commercial recreation and tourism industries, and convention and meeting planning.
- Internship Manual (PDF)
A big part of an well-rounded, successful and fun college experience happens outside the classroom. Participating in student organizations gives you the chance to get to know your classmates, explore new interests and discover who you are.
Public/Non-Profit Recreation
- National Recreation and Park Association
- North Carolina Recreation and Park Association
- North Carolina City and County Management Association
- American Camp Association
- World Leisure Jobs and News
Recreational Sports Leadership
- North American Society for Sport Management
- North Carolina American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation
- National Alliance for Youth Sports
- Sports Event and Tourism Association
- Wellness Council of America (workplace wellness centers)
Tourism and Commercial Recreation
Contact the Tourism, Recreation & Sport Program
Alexia Franzidis, Ph.D. | Program Coordinator & Associate Professor
For questions regarding admissions, advising, transfers and program of study, please contact the CHHS Student Success Center at (910) 962-3208 or chhs@uncw.edu.