The mission of the Department of Recreation is to generate scientific knowledge in the fields of recreation and leisure management, to contribute to policies and practices that support the physical, social, and psychological well-being of society, and to educate qualified researchers through an interdisciplinary approach.
In this regard, our program aims to advance the field of recreation at national and international levels by emphasizing modern scientific methods, critical thinking, ethically grounded research practices, and active engagement with society.
The vision of the Department of Recreation is to become an internationally recognized, innovative, and research-oriented academic center in the field of recreation and leisure studies.
Our primary objective is to establish an academic structure that leads the field, promotes high levels of scientific productivity, encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributes to sustainable living and public well-being. Our vision is to be a respected institution that guides the development of recreation sciences through the knowledge it produces, the research it conducts, the models it develops, and the experts it trains.
