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Degrees

RPTS offers five graduate degrees. Two of these are research degrees and three are professional degrees. Professional degrees are recommended for master’s students who do not plan to pursue the doctor of philosophy degree.

Research Degrees

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
  • Master of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences (thesis option)

Professional Degrees

  • Master of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences (non-thesis option)
  • Master of Recreation Resources Development (non-thesis option)
  • Master of Natural Resources Development (non-thesis option)

Certificates

  • Certificate in Community Development


Graduate students concentrate in one of four emphasis areas:

  • Recreation and Park Administration
  • Natural Resource Management and Policy Analysis
  • Tourism Resource Development
  • Youth Development


Click Here for more information about these emphasis areas.

 

Graduate Student Handbook