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Bishop’s University

Sherbrooke , Quebec ,Canada

B. A. Major in Sports Studies

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Sports Studies is an integrated program drawing on the expertise of faculty in Psychology, Sociology, Politics, Business and Health Sciences. The program provides an intensive study of sport and exercise in society. It encourages students to adopt an interdisciplinary perspective that gathers together the individual, local, national and international dimensions of sport and exercise. Consequently, it exposes students to the social, biological, political, business and economic aspects of sport in society. It also provides opportunities for practical experiences.

Why you should choose Sports Studies at Bishop’s!

The Sports Studies Program at Bishop’s provides an intensive study of sport and exercise in society with a primary focus on three themes: Athletic Development, Sport Business, and Exercise and Health.

The programs are general Bachelor of Arts degrees, designed to encourage students to develop liberal education competencies while acquiring in-depth knowledge in at least one area of specialization.

The programs also provide opportunity for practical experiences.

Major and Minor in Sports Studies

The Major in Sports Studies is a program of 48 credits (16 courses) divided into core courses (27 credits) and concentration courses (21 credits: see table in the Academic Calendar). At the time of their choosing during their Bachelor degree, sports studies students will have to “declare” at least one of the three possible concentrations and complete its requirements. Completing two or all three concentrations is possible, yet optional.

Concentration:

  • Athletic Development
  • Business and Society
  • Health & Exercise

Intakes

  • May
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

More Info Required
10 Days
GTE/Possible Interview callfrom Institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
20 Days
Visa process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Careers@BU

Investing in your future and theirs! How many careers allow you to support the leaders of tomorrow?

Bishop’s University is well-known for being a unique Canadian university that focuses on offering a prestigious undergraduate education to students across Canada and around the world. As a result, Bishop’s is a major employer in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec. The university employs more than 350 people, and offers a wide range of interesting and challenging career opportunities in a bilingual (English/French) and multicultural work environment.

Why choose Bishop’s?

It’s home to fascinating people doing amazing things! Here, you’ll find passionate scholars, well-known researchers, inquisitive students, award-winning coaches, dedicated athletes, and dozens of talented staff members—all of whom work hard every day to ensure BU remains one of the top undergraduate universities in the country.

Working at Bishop’s – the perks

By joining our close-knit campus community, you will uncover countless ways that you can contribute to the work of the university, inspire students (and be inspired by them!), and hone your own skills and expertise.

Need more reasons to consider BU? Here are just a few!

At Bishop’s University, you will:

Be part of, and play an important role in, a stimulating learning community. Working at Bishop’s University gives you the opportunity to play an important role in the creation of the unique academic and social environment that defines the Bishop’s experience.

Join a supportive, bilingual and diverse community. Not everyone thinks of Bishop’s University as a bilingual work environment, but it’s true! Every day, activities take place in both English and French, all across our campus. Plus, we proudly support and encourage diversity in our campus community, which means our students, faculty and staff all benefit from exposure to a multicultural medley of languages and cultures.

Benefit from a variety of opportunities to improve your overall health and well-being. We understand the importance of good health, and we truly care about the well-being of our employees. This is why we offer attractive discounts on memberships to our newly renovated John H. Price Sports & Recreation Centre and our sports and recreation programs, as well as reduced rates for all services offered through the Bishop’s University sports medicine clinic.

Get opportunities for professional and academic development. At Bishop’s University, we are strong believers in personal and professional growth, as well as lifelong learning. As a result, we are proud to offer all BU faculty and staff members a variety of opportunities for professional and academic development.

Receive a competitive benefits program. Bishop’s University offers its employees a full range of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, a pension plan and access to an employee and family assistance program.

About Bishop’s University

Located in Sherbrooke, Quebec, in the borough of Lennoxville, Bishop’s University is one of Canada’s premier undergraduate institutions. A predominantly residential school, the university welcomes approximately 2,400 students each year and is focused on delivering a liberal-style education in an intimate learning environment that encourages exploration and discovery. Bishop’s University is classified as one of the 20 largest employers in the Eastern Townships region.

PSW Opportunity

If your program was less than 8 months

  •    You aren’t eligible for a PGWP.

If your program was more than 8 months but less than 2 years

  •    We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for up to the same length as your study program.

For example, if you completed a 9-month program, we may give you a work permit for up to 9 months.

If your program was 2 years or more

  •    We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for 3 years.

If you completed more than 1 program

  •    You may be able to get a PGWP that combines the length of each program.

Each of the programs you completed -

  • must be PGWP-eligible and at least 8 months in length

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

  • High scholastic achievement at the secondary, college, and/or university level, as applicable
  • If your mother tongue is not English and you have not studied for at least three full years in English, you must submit TOEFL, IELTS, MELAB, or Cambridge Certificate (CPE or CAE) results.

 

 

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  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
  • Duration: 04 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 114948 CAD
    Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
    Application Fee: 75 CAD
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