Dr. Martha Barnes

Professor

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Biography

Martha Barnes is a Professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at Brock University. Her research focuses on understanding interorganizational relationships within community recreation. Through her work, she explores how collaborations can either facilitate or hinder service delivery at the community level. Barnes has undertaken various projects, including a significant Sport Canada SSHRC grant, utilizing social network theory and analysis to examine community recreation, sport, parks, and health networks. Her research has resulted in a greater understanding among community organizations regarding the importance of collaborations and has led to the identification of strategies aimed at strengthening these relationships. She disseminates her scholarly work across a diverse array of academic and community platforms.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, ON

Teaching and researching in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies.

Courses

Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Studies Introduction to Research Methods Financing Community Recreation Services

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.