Master of Science Degree (Non-Thesis Option)
The Master of Science (non-thesis option) is intended for current professionals or those seeking a degree leading to professional service in recreation, parks, or tourism. It requires a minimum of 36 semester hours beyond the bachelors degree. Students earning this degree may elect a professional internship as part of the 36 hours, but this is not required. Students write a review paper consisting of library research on a topic approved by the student’s advisory committee. The advisory committee also conducts a final comprehensive examination. For most students, the M.S. (non-thesis) degree can be completed in 1.5 to two years.
Master of Recreation Resources Development (MRRD)
The Master of Recreation Resources Development (MRRD) is a professional degree for those who are already working in or anticipate a career in professional service. The degree provides maximum exposure to a specific body of knowledge with primary emphasis on statistics and research techniques. The program requires a minimum of 36 semester hours, comprised of 3 hours of statistics, 3 semester hours in preparation of a professional paper, 4 semester hours for a full-time internship of at least six months with an approved employer, and 26 hours of other course work.
Master of Natural Resources Development (MNRD)
The Master of Natural Resources Development (MRRD) is identical in intent and general requirements to those for the Master of Recreation Resources Development. A professional paper and internship are still required. However, more emphasis is placed on undertaking an interdisciplinary mix of course work from other natural resources programs at Texas A&M University.
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