Bachelor of Arts in Recreation & Health Education

About this programme

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Recreation and Health Education Program is an interdisciplinary degree that prepares you to enter the fields of recreation, wellness and health promotion, leadership and administration. You will study the impact recreation has on health, society and quality of life and learn how to plan and facilitate quality wellness experiences. The Recreation and Health Education Program provides an excellent foundation for work in public and not-for-profit sectors because it supports social change. Learn more about potential careers . Note : some careers may need additional education or certification. The Recreation and Health Education Program is 1 of 4 pathways that we offer towards a physical education career. Learn more about how to become a physical education teacher by majoring in recreation and health education. Recreation and Health Education courses focus on the planning, implementation and evaluation of different health and wellness related programs, services and policies. Course requirements are outlined in the UVic Academic Calendar . You can also refer to our program planning worksheet . Honours is an optional addition to an undergraduate major in recreation and health education, and is intended for motivated, self-directed students who wish to engage in research during their degree. You can apply to the honours program in the third or fourth year of your program. Kailyn Smith's decision to pursue the Recreation and Health Education Program at UVic was motivated by her lifelong passion for athletics and her dedication to health and wellne