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Bachelor of Arts Community Studies, Major or Honours in Sport and Physical Activity Leadership at Cape Breton University

Cape Breton University, Canada

Programme overview

The Sport and Physical Activity Leadership (SPAL) programme within the BACS degree prepares students to lead sport and physical activity programmes and systems, with a focus on community and experiential learning in sport management, health and wellness, outdoor leadership and coaching. It is the only programme in Canada focused on leadership of sport and physical activity.

Faculty: School of Arts and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years or 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

Sample courses include Developing Physical Literacy, Leading Sport Programs, Sport and Recreation in Canada, and Prevention and Care: Athletic Injuries.

Career pathways

Recreation and sport programmer/manager, coach or scout, sport event coordinator, sport facility operations, outdoor guide, municipal/regional sport consultant, gym owner/personal trainer; also a springboard to graduate study such as physiotherapy or occupational therapy.

Official programme page

Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BScN): intakes May 2027 (Spring, Advanced Standing LPN to RN) and September 2027 (Fall, Direct Entry and Advanced Standing LPN to RN).

BScN: May 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) applications open 1 October 2026 and close 1 February 2027; September 2027 Direct Entry opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027; September 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027. Applications may close early once seats are filled.

Application fee: $40 CAD for Canadian applicants and permanent residents, $80 CAD for international applicants; non-refundable, paid by Visa or Mastercard through the Future Student Account.

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