Program Overview
The Natural Resources with Emphasis in Parks at University of Missouri - Columbia is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Natural Resources with Emphasis in Parks programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 33,012 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,616 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Columbia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Natural Resources with Emphasis in Parks programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Constructs of Leisure
- Research Methods in Parks, Recreation and Tourism
- Visitor Behavior and Policy
- Administration in Leisure Service Delivery
- Financial Operations in Leisure Service Delivery
- Foundations of Sport
- Sport and Leisure Economics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
Students in the proposed degree program must at least meet the general requirements set forth by the Office of Graduate Studies.
- GRE required
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Minimum TOEFL scores: 80 (internet); 550 (paper)
- To be accepted as a candidate for the degree, an applicant must possess an undergraduate degree and academic performance that displays a breadth and depth of university education in social, behavioral, mathematical and natural sciences and major-specific coursework.
Documents Required:
- All required MU Office of Graduate Studies documents
- Statement of purpose (1-3 pages, describes your academic and career background and goals)
- Resume or CV
- Official college transcripts (from every college or university attended); Unofficial transcripts can be used for initial admissions; if admitted, official transcripts will be required
- GRE scores
- TOEFL scores (for international applicants)
- Three letters of recommendation (use online admission system for the form and submission)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,012 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,616 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,012 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,616 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Missouri - Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Missouri - Columbia
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, United States
University of Missouri - Columbia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 9