2023 2024+Academic+Calendar

Mount Royal University
Academic
Calendar
2023-2024
Calendar Statement
Vision
Opening minds and changing lives.
Mission
To provide meaningful and engaged learning opportunities that create individual transformation and societal
benefit.
The Mount Royal University Calendar

This calendar will help you learn more about Mount Royal and its programs and courses. Once you have read the material
in the calendar, we encourage you to visit mtroyal.ca for further information about our academic programs, admission
requirements, student services and student life at Mount Royal.
As you gather the information you need to make decisions, please keep in mind:
• As a student, you are personally responsible for keeping your individual academic records complete and
accurate, and ensuring that you meet the graduation requirements of any program in which you enrol.
• Particular attention should be paid to the sections which provide detailed information about admission and
registration procedures, examination policy, academic disqualification policy, general graduation requirements
and grading practices.
• By applying for admission to Mount Royal, you will be agreeing to comply with the rules and regulations of
Mount Royal, both as they exist and are modified or amended from time to time by the Board of Governors of
Mount Royal or other persons with the authority to do so.
• Not all courses listed in this calendar will be offered in the 2023-2024 academic year. Be sure to consult the
online Schedule of Classes before registering.
• Students should also refer to the Academic Schedule in the calendar which outlines significant dates and
timelines, such as registration and Add/Drop deadlines, examination dates, holidays and deadline dates for fee
refunds. This is also available for download as the MRUAcademic Schedule on Google.
This calendar is published once a year by the Office of the Registrar at Mount Royal. It presents a list of academic
programs, courses, policies and regulations about admissions, examinations, and fees, as well as general information
about Mount Royal.
The 2023-2024 Mount Royal University Academic Calendar contains all approved curriculum and content for the year and
a PDF version is available. Curriculum and Courses are approved by the General Faculties Council and are complete for
the 2023-2024 academic year.
Should you have any questions about the information in the calendar, please contact escommunications@mtroyal.ca
THIS CALENDAR SETS FORTH AT THE TIME OF ITS PUBLICATION THE INTENTION OF MOUNT ROYAL WITH RESPECT
TO ALL MATTERS CONTAINED THEREIN. MOUNT ROYAL RESERVES THE RIGHT WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO DEVIATE
FROM WHAT APPEARS IN THE CALENDAR, EITHER IN ORDER TO SERVE THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE UNIVERSITY
OR BECAUSE OF CIRCUMSTANCES OR OCCURRENCES BEYOND MOUNT ROYAL'S REASONABLE CONTROL. MOUNT
ROYAL EXPRESSLY DENIES RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON WHO MAY SUFFER LOSS OR WHO MAY
BE OTHERWISE ADVERSELY AFFECTED BY SUCH CHANGE.
Published 2023
Compiled and edited by Enrolment Services - Mount Royal University - Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Production Team: Robin Villeneuve, Maureen Evans
Information for Students
Freedom of Information and Protection of

Privacy Act
Mount Royal is committed to the protection of privacy and confidentiality of staff and students. The purpose of data
collection is directly related to the need for Mount Royal to administer the institution/student relationship.
The personal information that students provide when applying for Mount Royal programs and courses is collected
under the Post-Secondary Learning Act (s. 65) and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (s. 33 a
& c). Personal information is protected by Alberta's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and can be
reviewed on request. If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, please contact the
Office of the Registrar at 403.440.3435.
Only a student's name, whether or not s/he is registered and the credential awarded (i.e., degree, applied degree,
diploma, certificate, etc.) are defined as the student's public record. The public record can be kept confidential by
submitting that request in writing to studentrecords@mtroyal.ca. All other information is considered confidential and
will be used and disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation.
Mount Royal may also receive personal information from other relevant sources including, without limitation,
secondary schools, other colleges, universities and other institutions previously attended and third-party services and
test score providers where the items collected form a part of the admission process to a Mount Royal program.
Data collected by Mount Royal is used for a variety of purposes such as those detailed below. Individuals' information
will only be collected, used and disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation.
Academic Administration
Aggregate information (i.e., information that does not identify an individual student) on admission, registration, other
activities related to attending courses of instruction, academic standing and graduation will be used for statistical,
program evaluation and institutional research purposes by Mount Royal. Aggregate information may also be
disclosed to other post-secondary educational institutions as well as the provincial and federal governments for
similar purposes. Admission information will form part of the student record which will be used to record academic
standing, administer awards and financial aid, authorize Library access and produce graduation lists.
Administration of Mount Royal Academic Support

Services
An individual's information on admission, registration, academic standing and graduation may be disclosed and used
for the routine administration of Mount Royal academic support services including but not restricted to Student Affairs,
Career Services, Student Community Standards, Student Learning Services, Access and Inclusion Services, Student
Counseling, Iniskim Centre, Academic Advising and Financial Services.
Administration of Mount Royal Non-Academic Support
Services
An individual's information on admission, registration, academic standing and graduation may be disclosed and used
for the routine administration of Mount Royal services including but not restricted to Student Community Standards,
the Residence Life Program, Recreation, Security Services, Parking Services and Alumni Relations.
Scholarship and Financial Aid

Personal information submitted on scholarship and bursary applications will be used to determine an individual's
eligibility for an award and for contact purposes. Mount Royal also uses student personal information already
collected, including but not limited to grades, to evaluate and nominate students to receive financial awards. Limited
personal information is disclosed to the Government of Alberta (Student Aid Alberta) to verify eligibility concerning
scholarships and other funding opportunities on behalf of students in accordance with grant funding agreements. In
the event an award is given, personal information will be used for taxation purposes.
Marketing and Recruitment

Aggregate information on admission, registration, activities related to attending courses of instruction, academic
standing and graduation may be used for promotional or recruitment activities.
Cooperation with Students' Association (SAMRU)

Mount Royal also collects information on behalf of the Students' Association of Mount Royal (SAMRU) for the
purpose of membership administration, elections and the administration of student benefit plans. Students should
contact the SAMRU office for additional information.
UPass Program - Calgary Transit

Information Mount Royal collects is shared with The City of Calgary in accordance with information-sharing
agreements to administer the UPass Program on behalf of students in collaboration with Calgary Transit.
Disposal of Information
All documents submitted to support admission become the property of Mount Royal and will not be returned.
Status of Minors
In the absence of specific provincial legislation and consistent with current practice in other post-secondary
institutions in Alberta, information pertaining to a minor who is registered at Mount Royal will only be used and
disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation.
Academic Schedule
Fall 2023 Semester

Apply for Early Admission (applications are accepted ongoing until August
October 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
31 or until the program is declared full)
Fall registration access dates posted - check MyMRU March 6, 2023
Continuing student Fall registration open - check MyMRU March 13, 2023
New student Fall registration open April 17, 2023
All transcripts/official documents for admitted students due August 1, 2023
Last day to add name to Fall course Waitlist August 15, 2023
Full fees for Fall semester due (registered students only) August 15, 2023
First day of Fall semester September 5, 2023
New Student Orientation September 5-6, 2023
First day of classes September 7, 2023
Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full refund (less

September 15, 2023
deposit/cancellation fee)
Full fees for Fall semester due September 15, 2023
Last day to be re-instated for Fall semester September 29, 2023
The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation September 30, 2023
Fall reading break October 10-13, 2023
Final examination schedule posted October 30, 2023
Awards Application Opens for 2024-2025 academic year November 1, 2023
25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline November 8, 2023
Last day to withdraw from a course or program with an award of "W"

November 17, 2023
grade(s)
50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline December 11, 2023
Last day of Fall semester classes December 11, 2023
Fall semester final examination period* December 13-23, 2023
Fall semester ends December 23, 2023
Winter 2024 Semester

Apply for Early Admission (applications are accepted ongoing until
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
December 20 or until the program is declared full)
Fall/Winter Registration Access Dates become available March 6, 2023
Continuing student Winter registration open - check MyMRU March 13, 2023
New student Winter registration open November 1, 2023
All transcripts/official documents for admitted students due December 1, 2023
Last day to add name to Waitlist December 15, 2023
First day of Winter semester January 3, 2024
New Student Orientation January 3, 2024
First day of classes January 4, 2024
Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full refund (less deposit) January 12, 2024
Full fees for Winter semester due January 12, 2024
Last day to be re-instated for Winter semester January 31, 2024
Winter reading break February 20-23, 2024
Final examination schedule posted February 26, 2024
Last day to apply to Graduate for spring 2024 Convocation February 28, 2024
Awards Application Closes for the 2024-2025 academic year March 1, 2024
25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline March 6, 2024

March 15, 2024
grade(s)
50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline April 8, 2024
Last day of Winter semester classes April 8, 2024
Winter semester final examination period* April 10-20, 2024
Winter semester ends April 20, 2024
Spring 2024 Semester

First day to apply for new students October 1, 2024
Spring registration access dates posted - check MyMRU March 4, 2024
Continuing student Spring registration open - check MyMRU March 11, 2024
New student Spring registration open March 25, 2024
Last day to add name to Waitlist April 15, 2024
All transcripts/official documents for admitted students due April 15, 2024
Last day to apply to attend Spring 2024 Convocation May 1, 2024
First day of classes May 6, 2024
Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with a full refund (less deposit) May 9, 2024
Full fees for Spring semester due May 9, 2024
Last day to be re-instated for Spring semester May 21, 2024
Final examination schedule posted May 29, 2024
25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline June 3, 2024

June 7, 2024
grade(s)
Spring Convocation June 12-14, 2024
50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline June 17, 2024
Last day of Spring semester classes June 12, 2024
Spring semester final examination period* June 19-21, 2024
Spring semester ends June 21, 2024
Summer 2024 Semester

Summer registration access dates posted - check MyMRU March 4, 2024
Continuing student Summer Registration open - check MyMRU March 11, 2024
New student Summer registration open March 25, 2024
Last day to add name to Waitlist June 15, 2024
First day of classes July 2, 2024
Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full refund (less deposit) July 5, 2024
Full fees for Summer semester due July 5, 2024
Last day to be re-instated for Summer semester July 16, 2024
Final examination schedule posted July 22, 2024
25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline July 22, 2024

August 2, 2024
grade(s)
50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline August 14, 2024
Last day of classes August 14, 2024
Summer semester final examination period* August 16-20, 2024
Summer semester ends August 20, 2024

Holidays
Labour Day September 4, 2023
The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation September 30, 2023
Thanksgiving Day October 9, 2023
Remembrance Day November 13, 2023
Christmas and New Year's closure (Refer to the Recreation Center

December 25, 2023 - January 1, 2024
website for hours and closures.)
Family Day February 19, 2024
Good Friday March 29, 2024
Easter Monday April 1, 2024
Victoria Day May 20, 2024
Canada Day July 1, 2024
Calgary Stampede Parade morning July 5, 2024
Heritage Day August 5, 2024
*Students must be available for final examinations up to the last day of the examination period as specified in the
Academic Schedule.
The University reserves the right to make adjustments to the calendar, as required.
Admission
General Admission Requirements

General Information
The Admission Requirements in this section apply to admission for ministerially-approved programs, however,
standards and criteria for admission to a certificate, occupational, academic upgrading and ministerially-approved
non-credit options may be established at the program level and can vary from the University standards and criteria for
admission stated in this section.
The University has both a General Admission Policy as well as specific admission requirements for each
undergraduate program. General Admission Requirements can be found in this section. In addition, all applicants
must demonstrate English Language Proficiency for the purpose of admission if their First Language is not English
(meaning primary language learned, used as a child and still understood). Program-specific admission requirements
can be found in the program section of this calendar. See Academic Faculties & Programs.
Admission to Mount Royal University is competitive and as such, admission will be granted to those applicants who
have the highest Competitive Admission Average based on the Conditional Admission criteria for each Admission
Category indicated below.
Final, official transcripts are required from all high school and post-secondary institutions regardless of the level
attained for all Admission Categories.
For some programs, applicants may be required to participate in Non-Academic Criteria. See Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties & Programs section.
Admission Categories
There are three Admission Categories for admission to the University:
• High School Admission Category

• Post-secondary Admission Category
• Mature Admission Category
The Admission Category that the applicant will be considered under will be determined by the University on the
following basis:
1) High School Admission Category

Applicants will be considered in the High School Admission Category, if the applicant is currently in high school or
has left or completed high school, but has not completed sufficient post-secondary courses to be considered in the
Post-secondary Admission Category. Applicants must present five appropriate Grade 12 Subjects (or their
equivalents) with no grade below 50%. Reporting of high school courses is required to ensure successful completion
of the specific high school course requirements for the applicant's program of study as indicated in the Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties & Programs section of this calendar and to provide
grade information required for consideration for Conditional Admission - see below.
Conditional Admission
The Competitive Admission Average for Conditional Admission will be calculated on the two highest self-reported or
final grades (as determined by the University) from the list of Grade 12 Subjects in Group A. Verification of self-
reported grades (where permitted) may be required. Equivalent post-secondary courses may be substituted for
required high school Subjects. Post-secondary courses used for admission to a program may also be applied to
program graduation requirements, depending on the applicability of the course to the curriculum, the standard of
performance achieved and the time limits of the program.
For some programs, applicants may be required to participate in Non-Academic Criteria. See Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties & Programs section of this calendar.
Final Admission
Final admission is based on verification of admissibility once all final, official transcripts, including all previous high
school and post-secondary coursework, have been received and reviewed and all conditions of the applicant's
admission have been met. Unless a specific (higher) admission average is required as indicated in the Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties section of this calendar, high school applicants are
required to have an overall admission average of 65% for degree programs and 60% for diploma programs and
appropriate non-credential offerings on five appropriate Grade 12 Subjects and remain in good academic standing if
currently enrolled in any post-secondary coursework. Official transcripts must include final grades for all Subjects
required by the program as indicated in the General Admission Requirements and the Admission Requirements for
each program and be received by Aug. 1 for admission to the Fall Semester or by Dec. 1 for admission to the Winter
Semester.
2) Post-secondary Admission Category

Courses presented for admission must be from a recognized post-secondary institution and must be transferable
courses as determined by the University. Applicants will be considered in the Post-secondary Admission Category, if
they have completed four post-secondary courses (minimum 12 credit hours) by Dec. 31 and will have completed
eight post-secondary courses (minimum 24 credit hours) by June 30 for admission to the Fall Semester or will have
completed eight post-secondary courses (minimum 24 credit hours) by Aug. 31 for admission to the Winter
Semester.
The Competitive Admission Average for Conditional Admission will be calculated based on the four most recently
completed courses (minimum 12 credit hours) by Dec. 31 for the Fall Semester or the eight most recently completed
courses (minimum of 24 credit hours) by Aug. 31 for the Winter Semester. Official transcripts showing all post-
secondary courses completed by these dates are required to be considered for Conditional Admission. Post-
secondary courses used for admission to a program may also be applied to program graduation requirements,
depending on the applicability of the course to the curriculum, the standard of performance achieved and the time
limits of the program.
All final, official high school transcripts are also required by Mount Royal University. Reporting of high school grades
is required to ensure successful completion of the specific high school course requirements for the applicant's
program of study as indicated in the Admission Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties
section of this calendar. Equivalent post-secondary courses may be substituted for required high school subjects.
For some programs, applicants may be required to participate in Non-academic Criteria. See Admission
Note: Students who have been Required to Withdraw from another Post-secondary institution for academic
reasons should refer to (Re)-Admission to the University following a Requirement to Withdraw.
Final Admission
admission have been met. Unless a specific (higher) admission average is required as indicated in the Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties section of this calendar, post-secondary applicants
are required to have a minimum of 2.00 Grade Point Average (GPA) on the eight most recently completed post-
secondary courses (minimum 24 credit hours).
Official transcripts must include final grades for all Subjects required by the program as indicated in the General
Admission Requirements and the Admission Requirements for each program and be received by Aug. 1 for
admission to the Fall Semester or by Dec. 1 for admission to the Winter Semester.
3) Mature Admission Category

Applicants will be considered in the Mature Admission Category if they do not meet the requirements associated with
the High School Admission Category and have not completed sufficient courses to be considered in the Post-
secondary Admission Category, and are 21 years of age by Sep. 1 for the Fall Semester or January 1 for the Winter
Semester to which they are applying. All official high school and post-secondary transcripts are required regardless of
the level attained. Reporting of high school courses is required to ensure successful completion of the specific high
school course requirements for the applicant's program as indicated in the Admission Requirements for each program
found in the Academic Faculties & Programs section of this calendar and to provide grade information required for
consideration for Conditional Admission.
The Competitive Admission Average for Conditional Admission will be calculated on the two highest final grades from
the list of Grade 12 Subjects in Group A. Equivalent post-secondary courses may be substituted for required high
school subjects. Post-secondary courses used for admission to a program may also be applied to program
graduation requirements, depending on the applicability of the course to the curriculum, the standard of performance
achieved and the time limits of the program.
For some programs, applicants may be required to participate in Non-academic Criteria - see Admission
Final Admission
admission have been met. Mature applicants are required to remain in good standing if currently enrolled in any post-
secondary coursework.
Official transcripts must include final grades for all Subjects required by the program as indicated in the General
Admission Requirements and the Admission Requirements for each program and be received by Aug. 1 for
admission to the Fall Semester or by Dec. 1 for admission to the Winter Semester.
Repeated Courses
When an applicant presents the same course with more than one grade (i.e. the course has been repeated), the
higher grade shall be used for evaluating admissibility in all Admission Categories.
Admission to Non-Credential Offerings

University Entrance Option
University Entrance Option is intended for students who wish to pursue a baccalaureate degree or diploma but do not
currently meet the Admission Requirements and/or Competitive Admission Average for their intended program.
Admission is competitive and applicants are required to meet specific course and grade requirements. Applicants will
be considered in the High School or Mature Admission Categories only. Applicants who have completed four or more
post-secondary courses by December 31 for the Fall Semester or by Aug. 31 for the Winter Semester are not
eligible to be considered for admission to the University Entrance Option.
A student is limited to a maximum of 30 credits (typically ten, three-credit courses) in the University Entrance Option
and Open Studies combined. Any awarded grade (including 'F' grades) will count towards the limitation but
withdrawals will not. Refer to the University Entrance Option section in this Calendar for more information on
admission to the University Entrance Option and to a degree/diploma program following study in the University
Entrance Option.
Open Studies
Open Studies is intended to remove many of the significant barriers inherent in a competitive admission process by
providing opportunities for a variety of students to pursue academic courses outside of degree, diploma or certificate
programs. A student is limited to a maximum of 30 credits (typically ten, three-credit courses) in Open Studies and
the University Entrance Option combined. Any awarded grade (including 'F' grades) will count towards the limitation
but withdrawals will not. Refer to Open Studies section in this Calendar.
Admission of Indigenous Applicants

Indigenous applicants may be admitted under two admission routes:
Indigenous applicants will qualify under the general admission route if they meet all Admission Requirements and the
Competitive Admission Average for the specific program.
Indigenous applicants may qualify under the special consideration for designated seats through a program-specific
Indigenous admission target if they:
1. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on the Application for Admission

2. meet the definition of an Indigenous applicant
3. meet the minimum Admission Requirements as indicated in the General Admission Requirements for the
University, as well as any program-specific admission requirements
Designated seats, through program-specific Indigenous admission targets, will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a
competitive basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during Early Admission Oct. 1 - Feb. 1. Designated seats will
be held until July 15 for the Fall Semester, at which time they will become available for other applicants.
Indigenous Applicant Definition
For the purpose of the application and admission process, an Indigenous applicant is defined as a Canadian who is a
Status Indian/First Nations, Non-Status Indian/First Nations, Métis, or Inuit.
Appropriate Grade 12 Subjects

Applicants must have the required Subjects for their intended program of study as specified within the Admission
Requirements for each program found in the Academic Faculties & Programs section of this calendar. The additional
courses that may be presented for evaluation of admissibility include the following courses from Group A, B and C.
Equivalent post-secondary courses as determine by the University may be substituted for required high school
Subjects.
High School Admission Category

Degree programs
Specific courses required by the program must be included in the five subjects below.
1. English Language Arts 30-1

2. Group A course
3. Group A course
4. Group A or B course
5. Group A, B or C course
Diploma programs
Specific courses required by the program must be included in the five subjects below.

2. Group A course
Post-Secondary Admission Category

Specific courses required by the program must be presented for admission.
Mature Admission Category

Specific courses required by the program must be presented for admission.

2. Group A course
University Entrance Option - Non-credential

1. Group A course
2. Group A course
3. Group A course
4. Group A or B course
Group A Courses:
• English Language Arts 30-1

• Mathematics 30-1 (or Mathematics 30-2 if accepted by the program)
• Mathematics 31
• Biology 30
• Chemistry 30
• Physics 30
• Science 30
• Aboriginal Studies 30*
• Social Studies 30-1
• French 30, French 31, French Language Arts 30, Francais 30
• All other Languages 30
*Aboriginal Studies 30 (five credit) can be used in lieu of Social Studies 30 - 1 to meet a program-level Admission Requirement
Group B** Courses:
• Art 30
• Art 31
• Computer Science 3 or 4 (CTS Advanced)*
• Drama 30
• Music 30
• Physical Education 30
• Religious Studies 35
• Social Studies 30-2
** Courses must be five credits.
Group C Courses:
• Other five credit Grade 12 subjects or a combination of two-three credit grade 12 subjects
• Five credits of Advanced Career and Technology (CTS) courses
Notes:
• Special Projects 30 cannot be used for admission.
• Applicants cannot use two courses from the same Subject area for the purpose of admission with the
exception of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 and Mathematics 31.
• More than one language at the 30-level can be used to fulfill Group A requirements. (E.g. French 30-3Y and
Spanish L&C 30-6Y).
High School Matriculation Equivalents
Mount Royal University academic upgrading courses may be used in lieu of Alberta Grade 12 (30-level) Subjects for
the purposes of admission to the University and many other post-secondary institutions in Alberta. It is important to
check with the institution directly to confirm the use of any of these courses within the admission process at other
post-secondary institutions in Alberta.
Mount Royal University Upgrading Course Corresponding Alberta High School Course
BIOL 0130 Biology 30
CHEM 0130 Chemistry 30
CHIN 1107* Chinese 30
ENGL 0130 English Language Arts 30-1
FREN 1111* French 30
ITAL 1101 Italian 30
JPNS 1107* Japanese 30
MATH 0130 Mathematics 30-1
MATH 0132 Mathematics 30-2
MATH 0131 Mathematics 31
NTST 0130 Aboriginal Studies 30
PHYS 0130 Physics 30
SCIE 0130 Science 30
SOSC 0130 Social Studies 30-1
SPAN 1101 Spanish 30
* Indicates course has a prerequisite.
Notification of Admission Status

Significant decisions regarding the outcome of the admission evaluation will be communicated by email to the email
address provided on the application for admission. The University will not be responsible for emails sent to incorrect
email addresses or for missed deadlines due to an applicant's failure to report a change of email address or to have
supporting admission documents delivered to the University by the dates required.
A printed letter of admission can be provided upon request by contacting the Admission and Recruitment office
aro@mtroyal.ca.
Application Timelines
Fall Semester
Early Admission: October 1 - February 1
To be considered for Early Admission, the Application for Admission with self-reported courses and/or final, official
high school transcripts and final, official post-secondary transcripts must be received at Mount Royal by Feb. 1.
Ongoing Admission: February 2 - until the program is

declared full
Applicants who submit their Application for Admission with self-reported courses and/or final, official high school
transcripts and final, official post-secondary transcripts on or after Feb. 2 will be considered on an ongoing basis until
the program is declared full. Programs will be removed from the online application when they are declared full.
Application Deadlines
For application deadlines for specific programs, refer to the Admission Requirements for each program found in the
Academic Faculties & Programs section of this calendar. If no deadline is specified, applications will be processed
until the program is declared full. Some programs may continue to accept applicants until Aug. 31.
For programs with a specific application deadline, all documents as specified under Early Admission and Ongoing
Admission above, must be received by the application deadline for that program.
International Student Application Deadline: April 1*
International Student Document Deadline: May 1*
*Exception: programs with an application deadline of February 1 - all

applications and supporting documents must be received by this date from
all applicants (domestic and international)
Winter Semester
Check Programs Offered or the online Application for Admission to determine which programs are accepting
applications for the Winter Semester as the list of programs is limited and may vary from year to year.
Early Admission: October 1 - November 1

To be considered for Early Admission, the Application for Admission and final, official high school transcripts and
final, official post-secondary transcripts must be received at Mount Royal by Nov. 1.
Ongoing Admission: November 2 - until the program is
declared full
Applicants who submit their Application for Admission and/or final, official high school transcripts and final, official
post-secondary transcripts on or after Nov. 2 will be considered on an ongoing basis until the program is declared
full. Programs will be removed from the online application when they are declared full.
Application Deadline
Applications will be processed until the program is declared full. Some programs may continue to accept applicants
until December 20.
International Students (Study Permit Applicants)
There are two categories of international applicants:
1. Applicants residing and applying from outside Canada. This type of applicant may be considered for
admission to the Fall Semester only.
2. Applicants presently living or studying in Canada at the University or another institution. This type of
applicant may be considered for admission to the Fall Semester or the Winter Semester (depending on
program availability).
For applicants applying from outside of Canada with the exception of citizens of the United States, the Application for
Admission and all supporting documentation including all final, official high school, and post-secondary transcripts
and evidence of meeting the English Language Proficiency (Institutional) requirement must be received at Mount
Royal by May 1 for admission to the Fall Semester. This is to allow time to process your application and to provide
sufficient time to obtain a study permit. This does not include applications to programs with an application deadline of
February 1.
Admitted international students are solely responsible for all arrangements relating to their immigration
status and entry into Canada.
English Language Proficiency (Institutional)

Requirement
The primary language of instruction and communication at Mount Royal is English and it is essential that all students
have proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking in the English language to be successful in
their studies. All applicants for whom English is not their First Language (meaning primary language learned, used as
a child and still understood) must satisfy two separate and distinct English requirements for admission to the
University:
1. Applicants must have successfully completed the English course required for admission to their intended
program of study (or equivalent); and
2. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English in the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
An applicant can demonstrate English Language Proficiency for the purposes of admission in one of the following
ways:
1. Successful completion of the equivalent of two years of full-time study (minimum of three courses per
semester excluding English as an additional language course) in English-language secondary or post-
secondary institution* or a combination of the two. Study must have been in an English-speaking country**
as recognized by the University and include the successful completion of English Language Arts 30-1 (or
equivalent).
2. Successful completion (with a grade of B- [80%] or better) of the highest level of Academic English (Level 3
Advanced) or LEAP 4 Low Advanced/Advanced taken at the University.
3. Presentation of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)*** both home or paper
version with an overall minimum score of 86 and a minimum score of 20 in each of the four testing sections.
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4. Presentation of the International English Language Test (Academic IELTS including Academic
Online)*** with an overall minimum score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each band).
5. Presentation of the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)*** with an overall
minimum score of 70 (with a minimum score of 60 in each band).
6. Presentation of the Michigan English Test (MET, formerly MELAB)*** with an overall minimum score of
85 (must include the oral component with a minimum score of 3).
7. Presentation of the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic, including Academic Online)***
with an overall minimum score of 58 (with a minimum score of 55 in each area).
8. Presentation of the Cambridge Assessment English (CAE)*** English B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2
Proficiency with a minimum score of 176.
9. Presentation of the Can TEST with an overall minimum score of 4.5.
Notes:
* Courses must be from a recognized post-secondary institution and must be transferable courses as determined by
the University.
** List of English-speaking countries for the purpose of this ELP requirement.
*** All test results must be "official" meaning they must be issued by the institution/organization directly to Mount
Royal University in either print or digital format. IELTS, PTE and CAEL test results can be electronically downloaded
by Mount Royal University when applicable information required to download is provided by the applicant.
Limitations on Enrolment
Enrolment in University programs and courses is limited to the number of students who can be accommodated within
available resources while maintaining the quality of education. As a result, all programs have a fixed capacity. All
students who have been issued a letter of acceptance will be required to pay a $425 non-refundable Tuition Deposit
by the specific date indicated in their (conditional) offer of admission. The deposit will apply toward tuition and fees for
the semester to which the student is admitted. An offer of admission is valid only for the semester indicated on the
offer letter. Failure to pay the Tuition Deposit by the required date will result in cancellation of acceptance and the
vacancy created will be offered to another qualified applicant.
Program admission waitlists will be formed where required. Applicants whose name is placed on a waitlist may be
notified at any point in the admission cycle if a space in the program becomes available. If the applicant does not gain
admission by the first day of classes for the semester to which he or she has applied, the waitlist will not be carried
forward to the next semester and the applicant must reapply to be considered in a subsequent semester.
Registration in specific courses is subject to the availability of those courses at the time the student registers. Delay in
registering in a program may result in limited availability of some or all courses.
Admission Deferral
Applicants offered admission into an undergraduate credit program may request a one-time deferral for up to one
year. To be eligible for consideration for a deferral, the applicant must:
1. Accept the offer of admission and pay the Tuition Deposit.

2. Meet the Final Admission criteria for the initial admission offer.
3. Meet any Admission Requirements that may have been implemented for the new semester of admission.
4. Submit the Request for Admission Deferral Form by Aug. 15 for the Fall Semester or by Dec. 15 for the
Winter Semester outlining the reasons for the request and including the appropriate supporting
documentation such as:
o a doctor's letter that explicitly states that a physical or psychological condition makes it impossible
to attend the University for the specified time period;
o proof of intended participation in an exchange or volunteer program with clear required timelines; or
o Proof of study permit delay (but not denial) including proof of timely submission of a completed
application for a study permit to study in Canada.
If the admission deferral is approved, the applicant may not attend any high school or post-secondary institution
during the period of deferred admission. The University has the right to refuse any request and there is no appeal
process.
Re-Admission to the University

Students are permitted to interrupt their studies for a maximum of six consecutive semesters (including the Spring
and Summer semesters) and return to the same program of study. Students who have interrupted their studies for a
longer period of time must apply for admission to a semester that has an intake for their program (normally Fall
Semester), complete the application procedures in accordance with the application timelines, pay the non-refundable
application processing fee, and be admitted upon each return. To qualify for graduation status, re-admitted students
must fulfill the graduation requirements in effect at the time of their re-admission.
Re-Admission following an Interruption of

Program of Studies
Students who have interrupted their program for longer than the allowable period and wish to return to the same
program will be required to reapply for admission and meet the current admission requirements in place for that
program but will not be required to meet the competitive admission average if:
1. they apply during Early Admission;

2. there is space available in the program to which they are seeking re-admission; and
3. they have not taken courses outside of their program at the University or attended another post-secondary
institution in the interim.
The student's application will be processed in the same timeframe using the standard admission processes. A
student readmitted to the program is governed by the program requirements in effect at the time of the most recent
admission.
Re-Admission to the University following a

Requirement to Withdraw
A student who has been Required to Withdraw from the University, or any other post-secondary institution, will not be
admitted to the University until at least a 12-month period has elapsed since the student was Required to Withdraw.
Applicants who have been Required to Withdraw from the University, or another post-secondary institution, for
academic reasons, may be considered for admission to their intended program through the High School Admission
Category or Mature Admission Category, after a 12-month period has elapsed unless they have completed four or
more additional post-secondary courses by Dec. 31 for the following Fall Semester or by Aug. 31 for the following
Winter Semester, in which case they will be considered under the Post-secondary Admission Category.
A student may register in non-credit academic upgrading courses, during the 12-month waiting period. Students who
have been Required to Withdraw must apply for re-admission in accordance with re-admission procedures.
Re-Admission to the University following a

Requirement to Withdraw from a Specific
Program
A student who has been Required to Withdraw from a specific program at the University, will not be re-admitted to
that same program until at least a 12-month period has elapsed since the student was Required to Withdraw. A
student will only be considered for re-admission to the same program where program requirements allow it.
A student who has been Required to Withdraw from a specific program at the University or another post-secondary
institution may apply and be considered for an alternate program without serving the 12-month waiting period. A
student applying for admission under these circumstances will be considered for admission under the same
Admission Categories and timelines as all other applicants.
Admission Appeals
Students who have not been offered admission can request that the Dean or designate consider an Exceptional
Admission and there is no appeal to the decision. To request an Exceptional Admission, contact the Admissions &
Recruitment office by emailing aro@mtroyal.ca.
Advanced Placement (AP)

Applicants who successfully complete Advanced Placement (AP) courses may use applicable AP courses for the
purpose of admission and/or transfer credit. Applicants, who complete both Advanced Placement courses and high
school courses, will be assessed on the grades that are most advantageous for the student within the High School
Admission Category. Official transcripts must be ordered through the Advanced Placement program at College
Board.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Applicants who successfully complete International Baccalaureate (IB) courses may use applicable IB courses for the
purpose of admission and/or transfer credit. Applicants, who complete both IB courses and high school courses, will
be assessed on the grades that are most advantageous for the student within the High School Admission Category.
Official transcripts must be ordered through the International Baccalaureate Organization. Information on how to
request official transcripts can be found here.
Home School
Home-schooled applicants who present recognized secondary credentials will be considered for admission to Mount
Royal.
Transfer Credit and PLAR
Transfer Equivalency
Upon receipt of an application for admission and an official transcript from each current or previously attended post-
secondary institution, transfer course equivalencies are assessed.
To be considered for transfer equivalency, each course must have been completed at a recognized accredited post-
secondary institution with a minimum passing grade.
Regardless of when a course was completed, normally it may be considered for transfer equivalency. However,
limitations do exist for some time-sensitive courses. Refer to Transfer Credit Assessment within individual program
requirements.
Unspecified Equivalency
Transfer equivalencies are either direct equivalents to specific Mount Royal University courses or unspecified courses
at the appropriate post-secondary level. Courses granted unspecified equivalents are indicated as XXXX, 1XXX,
2XXX, 3XXX. An unspecified transfer equivalency may satisfy an elective but not a specific course requirement.
Courses completed in academic disciplines at the university level that are not offered by the University are
considered unspecified transfer equivalency. If the transfer equivalency assigned by MRU is unspecified and you
think it might transfer as a direct equivalent, you need to provide the detailed course outline for assessment.
Detailed course outlines will only be evaluated for applicants who have received a (conditional) offer of admission. A
detailed course outline includes course outline, weekly structure, textbook(s), reading requirements, learning
outcomes and instructor qualifications. Web or calendar descriptions are not accepted due to minimal content.
In order to have your detailed course outline evaluated for a direct equivalency, please fill out the "Detailed Course
Outline Evaluation Request" form. You will need to be signed in to your MRU email (@mtroyal.ca) in order to submit
detailed course outlines for evaluation.
NOTE:
1. Detailed course outlines must be from the term and year the course was completed. Detailed course
outlines from different academic years cannot be reviewed.
2. Course outlines submitted for evaluation MUST be in English (the language of instruction at MRU). If the
outlines are in a language other than English, it is the student's responsibility to have the outlines translated and
notarized by an accredited translation service. A copy of the original course outline and the translated copy MUST
both be submitted for evaluation.
Timelines for Transfer Equivalency Assessment
Semester Deadline to submit detailed course Departmental decision
outline(s) to transfercredit@mtroyal.ca finalized by
Fall April 15 June 15
Winter October 15 December 15
Spring February 15 April 15
Failure to submit the detailed course outline by the deadline may affect whether a course prerequisite has been met.
Lack of the course prerequisite would limit your choice of courses when registering and/or result in your removal from
a class list. Refer to Course Prerequisite Requirements.
Transfer Credit
Transfer Equivalencies become Transfer Credit when the course satisfies a graduation requirement. If a higher grade
is required to satisfy either a prerequisite or a program continuance requirement, a transfer course with a minimum
passing grade would not satisfy a direct equivalent.
A maximum of 50% of the program in which a student is officially enrolled may be completed as Transfer Credit.
Assessed Transfer Credit is viewable in a student's MyMRU account and mruGRADU8 program audit.
Letter of Permission
Students who are registered in degree, diploma, or certificate programs at the University may be granted permission
to take a limited number of courses at other recognized or accredited postsecondary institutions.
A Letter of Permission (LOP):
• when approved, provides a guarantee that a course successfully completed at another institution will fulfill a
current program requirement for graduation purposes.
• must be obtained prior to registering for the course(s) at another post-secondary institution.
It is the student's responsibility to review another post-secondary institution's information on admission, registration,
course description and tuition fees, prior to requesting an LOP. Students may request a LOP by accessing MyMRU.
Semester Deadline to submit Letter of Permission Departmental decision

requests finalized by
Fall July 15 July 31
Winter November 15 November 30
Spring April 15 April 30

A LOP does not:
• Ensure admission to another post-secondary institution.

• Ensure prerequisites, required by another post-secondary institution, have been previously completed.
LOP limitations:
• The number of courses that may be completed elsewhere is limited by the number of transfer credits
permitted toward a current program. You must complete 50% of the program requirements at Mount Royal.
Upon completion of a course, it is the student's responsibility to request an official transcript indicating the final results
be sent by the issuing institution to Mount Royal University.
Note: A student is not eligible to request a LOP if:
1. They have interrupted their program for longer than the allowable absence period;
2. They have not been admitted into a degree, diploma or certificate program;
3. They have already completed the requirements of their program whether or not they have applied to
graduate;
4. They have exceeded the time limitation for completion of their program;
5. They have not met the prerequisites for the equivalent Mount Royal course;
6. They are not in Good Academic Standing or;
7. They are in their last semester before graduation.
8. They have two active LOP requests. Active request means being currently assessed. Students may submit
additional requests once the two requests have been approved or denied.
The Office of the Registrar reserves the right to refuse Letters of Permission if there is an available seat in
the course scheduled at Mount Royal.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

(PLAR)
Policy
Many students enter the University with work, academic and life experiences that may reflect sound knowledge of
subject matter covered in courses offered for credit by the University. Prior learning assessment is a method of
recognizing and accrediting the demonstrated knowledge that has resulted from those experiences.
Mount Royal fully supports the following academic principles with respect to prior learning assessment and
recognition.
1. Recognition of prior learning should be based on demonstrated learning.

2. Recognition of prior learning should be appropriate to the course or program in which it is accepted.
3. Recognition of prior learning should be consistent with the achievement levels required by the post-
secondary program in which it is accepted.
4. Recognition of prior learning should be for learning that has a balance, appropriate to the subject, between
theory and practical application.
5. Assessment of prior learning by post-secondary institutions should be made by content specialists, with
external advice as necessary.
At Mount Royal, demonstrated prior learning resulting from work, life and academic experiences may be assessed by
any one of the following evaluation methods or some combination of them:
1. Formal examinations (including challenge examinations and standardized external examinations);

2. Course equivalencies involving an evaluation of non-collegiate and/or noncredit programs, courses,
certificates and designations; and
3. Documentation and demonstration of achievement through portfolio assessment and portfolio-assisted
assessment (including product assessment [work samples], simulation/performance assessment, interviews
and oral examinations, and practical and laboratory demonstrations).
The most appropriate evaluation method in any particular case is to be determined by the department Chair, acting
on the advice of the content specialists for the subject and/or discipline area for which recognition or credit is
requested. The relevant department Chair shall also have the responsibility to evaluate each student's application for
prior learning assessment and determine which courses and/or subject areas or disciplines may be reviewed for
possible recognition or accreditation, subject to the general academic regulations specified below. Each department
shall also compile and maintain a list of courses for its area that will not be considered for credit or recognition
through the prior learning assessment methods indicated above.
Application for recognition of prior learning must be made through the Office of the Registrar.
Procedures
1. In order to obtain recognition of prior learning by the University, the individual requesting the assessment of
prior learning must be a registered student at the start of the semester and when the assessment is
conducted. New and continuing students are strongly advised to explore and, as appropriate, to initiate the
prior learning assessment and recognition process outlined here as early as possible after their acceptance
into a program of studies offered by the University. Requests must be received by the end of the first week
of classes in any semester. The final assessment of prior learning must be completed by the end of the
fourth week of classes in any semester.
2. Students can complete the Application for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Form online.
The request will be reviewed to ensure it meets policy requirements. If approved the student will be notified
when they have been registered in the PLAR and fees have been assessed. Once the student has been
registered and the tuition paid the request will be sent to the appropriate Discipline Chair.
3. The Chair will evaluate the student's request for assessment and recognition of prior learning and determine
if credit for a specific course or courses may be obtained in this manner. Upon completion of the initial
evaluation, the decision of the Chair will be recorded on the Application for Prior Learning Assessment and
Recognition (PLAR) Form.
4. The Chair shall return the form to the Office of the Registrar.
5. An assessment of prior learning will be conducted by the department, which will determine whether the
student clearly shows above-average knowledge of the subject matter. The grading shall be either "CR"
(credit awarded) or "NC" (credit not awarded). Under no circumstances will a letter grade be assigned.
Courses for which credit is received in this manner will contribute to the student's total credits.
6. Students may confirm online the specific credits they have been awarded through the prior learning
assessment process by accessing Student Web Services on the University website (mtroyal.ca). The Office
of the Registrar shall make the appropriate notation on the student's permanent academic record.
7. A student may request a review of a particular assessment through the normal grade appeal process.
Limitations
1. The purpose of prior learning assessment is to allow students to complete their studies at the University
successfully. Prior learning assessment is not intended to be used to aid students in transferring to another
institution. Any university transferable courses offered at the 1000 level or higher will not be granted credit
by prior learning assessment.
2. Students may not apply for credit by prior learning assessment in any course in which they are currently or
have previously been registered at any institution. However, courses taken over six years ago may be
recognized for credit through prior learning assessment.
3. In cases where prerequisites exist, students may request assessment and recognition of prior learning only
for those courses for which they have the stated prerequisites.
4. No student may receive credit by prior learning assessment in more than two courses within a given subject
or discipline area, nor in more than a total of three courses at the University if registered in a diploma or
certificate program or in more than a total of six courses if registered in a baccalaureate degree program.
5. This policy, procedures, and limitations are intended to govern the award of academic credit through the
assessment and recognition of demonstrated learning resulting from prior life, work, educational and other
extracurricular experiences. The assessment and recognition of work experience credit, based on prior work
experience for purposes of satisfying the graduation requirements of the University's baccalaureate degree
programs are covered under separate policy and procedures that apply specifically and exclusively to those
degree programs.
6. Students should be aware that academic credit awarded through prior learning assessment at the University
is guaranteed only toward the University's graduation requirements. Other institutions may or may not allow
transfer credit towards degrees, diplomas or certificates for courses recognized or accredited through the
University's prior learning assessment process.

Upon admission to a degree, diploma or certificate program, students who successfully complete Advanced
Placement courses may be considered for transfer credit for approved courses. An official AP transcript must be sent
directly from the issuing body to Admissions, Mount Royal University.

Upon admission to a degree, diploma or certificate program, students who successfully complete International
Baccalaureate (IB) courses may be considered for transfer credit for approved courses. An official IB transcript must
be sent directly from the issuing body to Admissions, Mount Royal University.
Registration Information
General Information
Registration is the process of formally recording the enrolment of a student in a course or courses. Students eligible
to register in credit courses at Mount Royal are those who have been accepted into a baccalaureate degree, diploma
or certificate program as well as students accepted into Open Studies or University Entrance Option. All students
have the right to adjust their registration in courses without restriction provided the transaction occurs within
institutional deadlines. Students must register in all components of a course to be considered officially registered.
Registration in specific courses is subject to the availability of those courses at the time the student registers.
Students are not permitted to attend any classes in which they are not registered. The Office of the Registrar may
adjust or cancel any course registration(s) that are in violation of Mount Royal's policy including but not limited to
those for which the stated prerequisites are not satisfied and/or for non-payment of fees/tuition.
Student Responsibility
Students are expected to adhere to all critical dates and deadlines as outlined in the Academic Schedule. It is the
student's responsibility to ensure that the courses selected are appropriate and meet program/graduation
requirements. Academic advisors are available to assist students in the selection of their courses.
How to Register
Students register online by visiting MyMRU. Students requiring assistance may consult the Mount Royal University
website for further instructions or the Office of the Registrar.
• Registration Help Line: 403.440.3303

• Toll-free: 1.877.676.0686.
New Students
New students who have accepted an offer of final or conditional admission, and who have paid the tuition deposit,
may begin course registration on or after the first day of registration for new students as outlined in the Academic
Schedule. Academic advisors are available and may be consulted by students when planning a program prior to
registering in courses.
Students in some undergraduate programs must consult with an Academic Advisor before they will be permitted to
register in courses. Students who are not admitted to a defined program of study may consider Open Studies,
University Entrance Option or Unclassified as alternatives.
Continuing Students
Estimated registration access dates are available on MyMRU prior to the commencement of registration in March
each year. Continuing students will be required to pay a non-refundable Registration deposit for each semester and
may register on or after their specified registration access date. Students in some undergraduate programs must
consult with an academic advisor before they will be permitted to register in courses.
Full-Year Registration
Mount Royal University offers Full-Year Registration which allows students to register for the Fall, Winter, Spring and
Summer Semesters at the same time.
Interruption of Study
Students are permitted to interrupt their studies for a maximum of six consecutive semesters (including the Spring
and Summer semester) and return to the same program of study. Students can return to the same program by
contacting the Registrar's Office. Click here to see if you are eligible to return. Students who have interrupted their
studies for longer periods, or are changing programs, are required to re-apply for admission.
Course Prerequisite Requirements

Prerequisites for each course can be found in this Academic Calendar. Students are required to meet pre- and co-
requisite requirements as stated in the Academic Calendar at the time of registration and for the semester the course
is offered. For more information refer to the Registration website.
If a prerequisite has been completed in high school and/or at a previous post-secondary institution(s), it is the
student's responsibility to submit an official transcript(s) which must be received in accordance with the deadlines
outlined in the Academic Schedule. A student who presents a Letter of Permission from another institution is deemed
to have satisfied all prerequisite requirements.
Course Waitlists
If a class is full and there are no alternative sections available, students can place themselves on a waitlist for a
class. If space becomes available students will be emailed and given 24 hours to claim the available seat. There is no
guarantee that a student will receive a seat in the desired course regardless of their position on the waitlist. Students
may only waitlist for one section per course. Prior to the start of each semester, the option to waitlist will no longer be
available and all pre-established waitlists will be terminated. Refer to the Academic Schedule for specific waitlist
deadlines. After waitlists are terminated, and up to the end of the registration adjustment (Add/Drop) period, students
can only register in courses with available seats. For more information refer to the Registration website.
Students who add themselves to a class from a waitlist, but who subsequently decide that they do not wish to attend
that particular course must drop it from their timetable by making a registration adjustment within the deadline dates
specified in the Academic Schedule.
Confirmation of Registration
During and after each registration session, students may confirm their course registration status by visiting MyMRU. It
is the student's responsibility to adjust their registration within the academic schedule timelines each semester. If a
student stops attending a course for which they are officially registered and does not take the proper steps to drop or
withdraw according to established deadlines, they will be awarded a grade appropriate to their performance in the
course. The University does not automatically adjust the registration of students who cease to attend classes and fail
to follow appropriate procedures
Audit Students
Auditors are students who have been granted permission in writing by a professor to attend lectures in a course on
the understanding that they may not participate in assignments or examinations. Such permission will be contingent
upon seats in the course being available. Auditors must present a signed registration form to the Office of the
Registrar. Final permission to audit a course cannot be given until the day after the registration adjustment
(Add/Drop) period when the space available in a course is known. Requests for permission to audit must be received
by the end of the fourth week of classes in any semester. See the Fees and Deposits section for auditing fees.
A student is not permitted to change the status of a course after the Drop/Add deadline. That is, it is not permitted to
change an audited course to a course taken for credit or vice versa. Audit courses will be reflected on the student's
permanent record with the symbol "AU". The student may, in succeeding semesters, take any course for credit, which
has previously been audited.
Unclassified Students
An unclassified student is one who elects to take a single course and has not been admitted to a degree, diploma, or
certificate program; Open Studies; or University Entrance Option. A student who has accepted an offer to or is a
current/continuing student in a degree, diploma or certificate program, Open Studies or University Entrance Option is
not eligible to register as an unclassified student.
An unclassified student will be able to register in one class that has an available seat and does not have a registration
restriction. Unclassified students pay an Unclassified Registration Fee. Unclassified 'status' is only valid for one term.
Unclassified students are not eligible for scholarships, bursaries, or awards through MRU or any part-time
government funding.
Unclassified registration opens the first business day of the month that classes begin in a given semester (September
[for Fall], January [for Winter], May [for Spring] or July [for Summer]) and closes on the last day of the Add/Drop
period. Students can register online or in person at the Office of the Registrar. Please refer to the Registration
website for more information.
Maximum Student Course Load

Students may carry up to five courses (to a maximum of 19 credits) per semester depending on the program of study.
Registration limitations apply at the beginning of the Registration cycle; students are initially limited to 17 credits with
the limit being increased to 19 as of August 1 for the Fall semester and December 1 for the Winter semester.
Students who seek permission for course overload should review their academic records with their program chair or
academic advisor prior to registration.
Technology Enhanced Resources

Instructors may utilize Technology Enhanced Resources including but not limited to: web space, online simulations,
software-based classroom response systems, and supplementary software assessment(s). When using Technology
Enhanced Resources to assess student performance, the proportion of the course grade determined cannot exceed
35% of the final grade in the course. When using a Technology Enhanced Resource the following conditions apply:
• Technology Enhanced Resources may be bundled with an e-textbook or a physical book. When these
resources are bundled together, to which students might have access to other means, an option must be
provided to students to allow them to purchase the Technology Enhanced Resource separately.
• The maximum cost permitted per three-credit course for Technology Enhanced Resources is $125. The cost
limit will be reviewed and adjusted accordingly on an annual basis. Students must be made aware of the
associated costs and technical requirements for use of this technology prior to the first day of classes for
each semester. This information must also be provided in the course outline.
• Exceptions to the requirements listed above must be approved by the Dean.
• In the event the Dean approves the use of a Technology Enhanced Resource over the annual cost limit,
students must have the option of a no-cost alternative for assessment. The no-cost option must be
equivalent in weighting, difficulty and time to completion. This information must be available prior to the first
day of classes at the time of registration and must be provided in the course outline.
Change of Registration
Course Cancellation by the University
The appearance of a course in the schedule of classes does not guarantee that it will be offered. If Mount Royal
cancels a course, all students in that course will be de-registered and appropriate refunds applied.
Adding/Dropping a Course
The courses for which a student is registered after the Add/Drop deadline constitute that student's official registration
and semester load. Students can add or drop courses up until midnight on the day of the Add/Drop deadline specified
in the Academic Schedule. Students who do not officially drop a course will be considered as registered in that
course and will be charged full fees for that course whether they subsequently attend classes or not. Students who
drop a course will receive a tuition refund minus applicable fees. There is no notation on the transcript for a dropped
course.
Note: Students who add a course up to midnight on the day of the Add/Drop deadline are responsible for
ensuring the difference in fees has been paid before the fee payment deadline.
Course Withdrawals
After the Add/Drop deadline and up until the Withdrawal deadline, a student can withdraw from any course online by
visiting MyMRU or by submitting a Withdrawal Form to the Office of the Registrar. Students who withdraw from a
course(s) will see a "W" symbol on their transcript. No tuition refunds will be granted for withdrawals. Students are
advised that if a withdrawal results in a semester course load of fewer than nine credits, they may make themselves
ineligible for financial assistance.
Unless students officially withdraw, they remain registered in all courses and, at the end of the semester, are
assigned the grades they have earned in each course.
Any consideration for withdrawals after the withdrawal deadline must be supported by documentation from a
physician or certified mental health professional. Students experiencing emotional distress are encouraged to contact
Student Counseling before withdrawing from courses.
Withdrawal With Cause
Students who wish to withdraw from courses due to extenuating circumstances may apply to do so at any point
during the semester up to the last day of classes. Supporting documentation from a physician or Registered Health
Professional must accompany a Withdrawal with Cause request form in order for the request to be reviewed. Please
refer to the website for more information. Students will be informed of the outcome of the review by email, and those
who are granted a Withdrawal with Cause will see a "WC" symbol on their transcript. No tuition refunds will be
granted for withdrawals with cause. Students are not eligible for a Withdrawal With Cause if:
• The student has entered into an "I" (Incomplete) contract; or

• Scheduled classes for the semester have ended.
Fees and Deposits
• Important Dates
• How to Pay Tuition and Mandatory Fees
• Additional Information
It is mandatory that all students pay applicable tuition, deposits, and fees each semester. The Board of Governors
reserves the right to change fees and deposits when necessary and without notice. Any unpaid fees owing on the fee
deadline dates included below will result in the cancellation of registration in all classes for the semester and a
reinstatement fee will apply. For additional information, visit mru.ca or in-person at the Office of the Registrar (A101)
unless specified below.
Important Dates
FALL 2023
August 15, 2023 - Full fees due (registered students only) 1
September 15, 2023 - Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full tuition refund (less tuition deposit/registration
deposit) 2
Students cancelling their registration in full after August 15, 2023, and on or before September 15, 2023, will receive a full-
tuition credit less the $125 nonrefundable registration deposit OR the $425 nonrefundable tuition deposit, on their student
account. No tuition credit of fees will be given after September 16, 2023.
September 15, 2023 - Full fees due 3
September 29, 2023 - Last day to be re-instated 4
WINTER 2024
January 12, 2024 - Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full tuition refund (less tuition deposit) ²
January 12, 2024 - Full fees due ³
January 31, 2024 - Last day to be re-instated 4
SPRING 2024
May 9, 2024 - Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full tuition refund (less tuition deposit) ²
May 9, 2024 - Full fees due ³

May 21, 2024- Last day to be re-instated 4
SUMMER 2024
July 5, 2024 - Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full tuition refund (less tuition deposit) ²
July 5, 2024 - Full fees due ³
July 16, 2024 - Last day to be re-instated 4
1
Applies to students who have registered in courses on or prior to this date. Non-payment or partial payment of fees
results in de-registration from all classes.
2
Students may no longer change their registration and are financially responsible for all classes on record at this
time. No tuition credit of fees will be given after the Full Fee Deadline.
3
Applies to all students. Non-payment or partial payment of fees results in de-registration from all classes.
4
Students must reinstate into all courses that were on the registration record as of the Add/Drop deadline and all fees
must be paid in full at the time of reinstatement. No exceptions will be permitted.
How to Pay Tuition and Mandatory Fees

Internet Banking
Pay your tuition online at any time through most major banks or credit unions. Add Mount Royal University as a
payee through your online banking. Your student ID number is the account number required to make a payment.
Credit Card Payments - Online

• Payable through Plastiq.com
By Mail
• Money order
Not Accepted
• Personal cheques
• Postdated cheques of any kind
• International money orders
• Credit cards cannot be used in person
For more information visit our website.
Fee Payment Procedures for all Semesters

Any unpaid fees owing after any Fee Deadline will result in the cancellation of registration in all classes for the
Semester. After the initial Fee Deadline is missed (applicable to fall semester only), students may register and are
automatically assessed a $150 re-registration fee. After the Full Fee Deadline for any semester is missed, students
may only re-register at the Office of the Registrar and are automatically assessed a $150 re-registration fee.
All newly admitted students pay a $425 non-refundable tuition deposit. The Tuition Deposit for new students confirms
their acceptance of an offer of admission into a program. Although the deposit is non-refundable, it will be credited
toward regular tuition fees.
All continuing students pay a $125 per semester non-refundable Registration Deposit. The Registration Deposit for
continuing students confirms their intent to register for the semester. Although the deposit is non-refundable, it will be
credited toward regular tuition fees. The Registration Deposit is not required for the Spring and Summer semesters.
MANDATORY FEES (M = mandatory for all students MFT = mandatory for all full-time students)
FEE TYPE AND AMOUNT TYPE DESCRIPTION
Application - fee M Must accompany every admission or re-admission application in

$100, non-refundable order to be processed. This amount is not credited toward tuition
fees.
Tuition - deposit M Applicable to all newly admitted students or continuing students

$425, non-refundable applying to a new program. This deposit confirms acceptance of an
offer of admission into a program. Upon registration, this amount is
credited toward tuition fees.
Registration - deposit M Applicable to all continuing students. This deposit confirms

$125, non-refundable attendance in the applicable term. Upon registration, this amount is
credited toward tuition fees. The Registration Deposit is not
required for the Spring and Summer semesters.
General M Covers recreation and athletics fees and accident insurance fees.
See online fee table
M Recreation & Athletics: The Recreation and Athletics fee is used

to support and develop varsity sport and recreation programs and
services for the University community. See online fee table. For
more information on Recreation and Athletics, visit their website.
M Student services fee: The Student Services fee is a mandatory

fee, assessed on a per-term basis, that directly supports services
vital to students' academic and personal success. It is a
comprehensive fee that is applied to services and supports in
Student Affairs, Enrolment Services and International Education. A
report detailing how this fee supports the student experience is
published annually. See online fee table.
MFT UPass: Provides unlimited use of Calgary Transit buses and LRT.
For more info visit the Parking Office (Room EA1016) or
online. See online fee table.
M Insurance: This fee is levied each semester and is intended to

provide students with accident expense reimbursement, dental
accident reimbursement and permanent total disability benefit. See
online fee table.
Other Fees - Instructional M The instructional equipment and lab fee provides supplementary
Equipment and Lab Fee funding for the purchase of supplies and equipment used for
instructional support purposes by students and faculty. This fee is
calculated as a part of your total tuition.
Students' Association M Capital Campaign: funds necessary to develop Wyckham House

Collected by MRU on behalf of Student Centre to better accommodate student needs (including
SAMRU renovations and new program offerings).
See online fee table
M General: funds necessary to provide services and representation

to students and to operate Wyckham House Student Centre. For a
complete list of programs and services, visit SAMRU
MFT Health and dental: applicable to students taking nine credits or

more in each semester of registration. Charged in both the Fall and
Winter semesters. Insurance coverage extends from Sept. 1 to
Aug. 31 of each year. For more information on how to opt out of
your health and dental benefits, visit Z001 in Wyckham House.
M Scholarship provides scholarships and bursaries to Mount Royal

students. All Students' Association fees are collected by Mount
Royal University on behalf of the Students' Association (SAMRU).
Any inquiries should be directed to SAMRU in Wyckham House
Student Centre.
M Reflector Fee: The Reflector fee is collected by the Students'

Association through an agreement with the Reflector - the
autonomous student newspaper on campus.
ACADEMIC FEES
FEE TYPE AND AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
Audit student See Registration Information.

50% of the normal course fee
Degree program non-credit Fees charged to students for non-credit work experience, Co-operative
work experience and Co- Education, professional development courses and program-specific fees may
operative Education differ from the fees for full courses. For further details see the online fee table.
Subject to change
International/Non-resident International Students defined as students who do not have Canadian

student Citizenship Status or Permanent Resident Status in Canada are required to
See fee schedule pay fees based on the International Student Fee Schedule
Unclassified Registration Fee Applicable to all students who register as an "unclassified student". This
$75, non-refundable amount is not credited toward tuition fees.
Prior Learning Assessment Applicable to students requesting assessment and recognition of prior learning.
and Recognition (PLAR) See Transfer Credit and Evaluation of Prior Learning.
50% of course fee is assessed
Re-registration Applicable to students whose registration is cancelled due to non-payment of

$150, non-refundable tuition and/or other fees. Reinstatement is subject to course availability. This
amount is not credited toward tuition fees.
Special programs Aviation: Flight training fees are assigned to the flight training hours. Flight
applicable for fall/winter only training fees are subject to change depending on operating costs for aircraft
and related services and are due immediately upon registration. Contact the
program directly for more information.
Bachelor of Interior Design has unique tuition and fee structure due to the
cost of delivery. This includes a program fee assessed by term based on the
student's full-time or part-time status.
Bachelor of Communications, Broadcast Media Studies has unique tuition

and fee structure due to the cost of delivery. This includes a program fee
assessed by term based on the student's full-time or part-time status.
Bachelor of Social Work has unique tuition and fee structure due to the cost
of delivery. This includes a program fee assessed by term based on the
student's full-time or part-time status
Technology Enhanced Instructors may utilize Technology Enhanced Resources including but not
Resource Fees limited to: web space, online simulations, software-based classroom response
systems, and supplementary software assessment(s).
The maximum cost permitted per three-credit course for Technology Enhanced
Resources is $125. The cost limit will be reviewed and adjusted accordingly on
an annual basis. Students must be made aware of the associated costs and
technical requirements for use of this technology prior to the first day of classes
for each semester. This information must also be provided in the course
outline.
ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
FEE TYPE AND AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
Convocation Applicable to students attending convocation (covers cost of regalia and

$50 parchment).
Duplicate document Charged to replace T2202A forms. Tax forms from 2003 onwards are available
$10 per copy requested free of charge through MyMRU
Student Permit renewal letter Applicable to registered international students who require formal verification of
$25 per request enrolment status.
Confirmation of graduation Applicable to students requiring a letter confirming the status of their
$10 graduation application.
Confirmation of enrolment Applicable to registered students who require formal verification of enrolment
$6 status, excluding study permit renewal.
Custom letters and forms Applicable to students who require a customized form or letter.
$10
Late graduation application Applicable to students who apply to graduate after the deadline.
fee
$50
Parchment replacement Charged per parchment replacement request. Email

$50 studentrecords@mtroyal.ca or visit the Office of the Registrar (Room A101).
Transcript Request Official transcripts are normally issued to educational institutions, potential
employers and students upon request. Unofficial transcripts are issued to
$16, per official MyCreds share students on demand. For more information visit MyMRU, the Office at the
$20, per official paper copy Registrar (A101) or email studentrecords@mtroyal.ca
$5, per unofficial copy
Information on all financial assistance programs described below is available from the Office of the Registrar (A101).
For students applying for student loans through Alberta, applications must be received 30 days prior to the student's
study period end date: however, students are advised to apply well before the beginning of the academic session for
which assistance is required.
Additional Information
Deferrals for Government Student Loans
In order to have a deferral prior to the fee payment deadline, students must confirm with the Office of the Registrar
(A101) that they will be receiving government funding. Once a loan is signed by the University, payment of fees for
any courses that are then added (e.g. waitlist or program adjustment) is the student's responsibility. If any charges
remain outstanding on the fee payment deadlines, the student will be deregistered from all classes. More
information.
Third-Party Sponsorship
Mount Royal will issue an invoice on behalf of a student who is sponsored by an outside organization (e.g., Workers
Compensation Board or an Indigenous Band) as a service to students and sponsoring agencies. To be eligible for
third-party billing, sponsoring agencies must complete and submit a sponsorship form prior to all applicable fee
payment deadline dates. Acceptance of third-party billing is at the discretion of Mount Royal University. All
sponsorship documents must be received prior to all applicable fee payment deadline dates. Any fees that remain
outstanding on a student account must be paid prior to all fee payment deadlines or the student will be de-registered
from all courses. studentspons@mtroyal.ca
Administration Fee for Tuition Charge Backs

A student who cancels or charges back a payment that results in tuition owing will have a financial hold placed on
their account for one year. Future payments must be made by cash, certified cheque, money order or through
Internet banking. For credit card charge-backs and returned bank payments, a per-item fee of $35 will be assessed.
Domestic Students
Students who are assessed domestic fees may be required to provide valid proof of Canadian citizenship upon
request.
International/Non-Resident Students
International students whose immigration status changes will be required to provide proof of permanent status before
a change in fee assessment is made. Appropriate documentation must be received prior to all applicable fee payment
deadlines.
Fee Refunds
Credits due to tuition/fee adjustments are only issued to students who follow formal cancellation procedures before
the deadlines shown in the Academic Schedule. No tuition/fee adjustment credits will be issued after the end of the
Add/Drop period for each semester.
Mount Royal University will refund the original payment method used when possible. The student's responsibility is to
ensure that the address on file is current, as refunds cannot be processed if an address is inactive. Refunds can take
from five to seven weeks to process.
Eligible students with credit balances due to overpayments, scholarships, government loans or grants are
automatically refunded after the final fee deadline for each term. Mount Royal University now uses Interac e-Transfer
(Email Money Transfer) for non-Plastiq student refunds. Interac e-transfer is fast and convenient. You will receive a
notification to your MRU email asking you to choose where you wish to deposit your funds.
Students can request that the credit balance be carried forward to a future term. This request must be made to
Student Fees via email (studentfees@mtroyal.ca) within one week after the last day to adjust registration. Students
will need to provide their full name and student ID number when requesting the funds be transferred and will need to
specify which term the funds are to be transferred to.
Academic Status
Common Grading System

Percentages Alpha Grade 4.0 Point Description
Scale
95-100 A+ 4.0 Excellent - Superior performance, showing a comprehensive

understanding of subject matter.
85-94 A 4.0
80-84 A- 3.7
77-79 B+ 3.3 Good - Clearly above-average performance with knowledge

of subject matter generally complete.
73-76 B 3.0
70-72 B- 2.7
67-69 C+ 2.3 Satisfactory - Basic understanding of subject matter.
63-66 C 2.0
60-62 C- 1.7
55-59 D+ 1.3 Marginal performance - Generally insufficient preparation

for subsequent courses.
50-54 D 1.0
0-49 F 0.0 Fail - Assigned to students
a) who do not meet the academic requirements of the course,

or
b) who cease to continue in the course, but do not withdraw

as per MRU policy.
NOTE: All courses are required to follow the percentage to alpha grade conversion table for final marks.
Symbols (not calculated in Grade Point Average)
AE Aegrotat: The granting of credit for a course that has not been completed due to medical, emotional or other
exceptional circumstances beyond the control of the student. (See the section below for conditions).
AU The AU symbol is given if a course is audited.
CR Prior Learning Credit: this refers to credit assigned through the Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR)
assessment process.
NC No Prior Learning Credit: this refers to credit not assigned through the Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR)
assessment process. Refer to the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy and procedures in the Transfer
Credit and Evaluation of Prior Learning section.
EF Experiential Fail: indicates unsatisfactory performance in an experiential learning course (practicum, fieldwork,
internship, or clinical placement).
EP Experiential Pass: indicates successful completion of an experiential learning course (practicum, fieldwork,
internship, or clinical placement).
I Incomplete: temporarily applied when a student has not completed semester work to the satisfaction of the
professor and has been granted an extension to complete that work. (See the section below for conditions).
Q Unassigned Grade: an administrative code assigned by the Registrar's Office in extenuating circumstances.
TR Transfer course: indicates that a course was taken at another postsecondary institution.
W Withdrawal: a student receives a "W" following official withdrawal from a course. (See the section below for
conditions).
WC Withdrawal with Cause: a student receives a "WC" following official withdrawal from a course due to special
circumstances. (See the section below for conditions).
The method by which professors arrive at the final course grades is left to their discretion. In different departments
and within departments, different percentages might be required for a Satisfactory standing. However, the system
used must be communicated to the students at the beginning of the semester and should be stated in the course
outline for each course. Professors must convert their own methods for determining course standing to the official
grading system when assessing final grades. The University will not undertake any official conversion or equation of
letter grades with any percentage or other grading systems.
Conditions for "AE" symbol

The decision as to whether or not a student is eligible to receive an "AE" grade rests with the Dean based on the
recommendation from the instructor and/or Chair. All of the following conditions apply:
• The request must be submitted within the 60 days after the end of the semester in which the course was
taken;
• The student has not completed the final exam or final assignment in the course;
• The student has completed at least 60% of the course requirements;
• In the opinion of the instructor, the student has met the learning outcomes for the course and would have
passed the course if all course work and/or final exam had been completed;
• The student is able to provide documentation to substantiate the grounds for an "AE" grade;
• The student has not been awarded an "AE" grade in any previous semesters;
• There are no other opportunities for the student to complete the missing work or examination; and
• In the case of professionally accredited programs, the awarding of the "AE" grade must not compromise the
safety of persons or the integrity of the program.
An "AE" grade will not be calculated into the semester, program and cumulative grade point averages. An "AE"
grade will meet any minimum grade requirements for prerequisite, progression and graduation purposes.
Conditions for "I" symbol

The decision as to whether or not the student will be permitted to enter into a contract for the completion of a course
rests with the professor or Chair. The agreement must be arranged prior to the deadline for submission of final
grades and a copy of the agreement must be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar by the professor.
Course requirements must be completed within a maximum of 60 calendar days after the end of the semester.
The contract must indicate what the letter grade for the course will be if the student does not complete the
coursework specified in the professor-student contract (i.e., the grade earned in the course to that date).
Unless the Office of the Registrar has been notified before, at the end of the 60-day period, the "I" symbol will be
changed to a letter grade as determined by the professor, or, if the specified coursework has not been completed, the
"I" will be changed to the grade indicated in the professor-student contract.
One extension of the "I" symbol contract for a maximum of 120 days can be made with the approval of the professor
or Chair. Any further extensions of an I-grade contract must be approved by the Chair and the Registrar.
Conditions for "W" symbol

A "W" symbol can be applied up to and including the withdrawal deadline as stated in the Academic Schedule.
Any consideration for withdrawals after this deadline must be supported by appropriate documentation.
Conditions for "WC" symbol

Students can apply for a "WC", due to extenuating circumstances, at any time during the semester up to and
including the last day of scheduled classes.
A "WC" will apply under the following conditions:
• serious illness, verified in writing by a physician, or
• severe distress in response to events outside of the student's control, verified in writing by Registered Health
Professional.
• Other documentation may be accepted providing it verifies barriers to the student's ability to complete the
semester.
Except under exceptional circumstances, a student who has entered into an 'I' contract will not be eligible for a "WC".
See Change of Registration section for further information.

Removal from Experiential Learning course
At the professor's discretion, a student in an experiential learning course (e.g., practicum, fieldwork, work experience,
internship, co-op, or clinical placement) may be removed from the course at any point in the semester and assigned
an "EF" grade, if the student's academic performance directly or indirectly threatens the safety of others.
Grade Point Average

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is determined by dividing the total grade points earned by the number of credit hours
attempted. The "AE", "AU", "CR", "I", "NC", "EF", "EP", "Q", "W" and "WC" grades are not included in calculating the
GPA. Academic upgrading courses (those numbered 0100- 0999) are also not included in calculating the GPA.
Example: Assume a student earns the following grades: Interior Design - A, Chemistry - B, English - C, Geology - D,
German - F, Mathematics - I and Psychology - W.
Course Grade Points Credits Points
CHEM 1201 B 3 x 3 = 9
GNED 1401 C 2 x 3 = 6
GEOL 1101 D 1 x 3 = 3
ACCT 2121 F 0 x 3 = 0
INDS 2144 A 4 x 3 = 12
MATH 1224 I NA x 3* = 0
PSYC 1104 W NA x 3* = 0
15 30
Total Grade Points 30
Total Credits* 15*
Grade Point Average = 2.00
* "I" and "W" grades are not counted.
Cumulative GPA is calculated on all grades earned at Mount Royal.
Semester GPA is calculated on all grades earned in a given semester.
Program GPA is calculated on all grades earned for all courses required for graduation in a program of study.
Dean's Honour Roll
A student who earns 12 or more credit hours in a semester at Mount Royal University with a GPA of 3.50 or higher
will be placed on the Dean's Honour Roll for that semester.
President's Honour Roll

A student who earns 24 or more credit hours in an academic year at Mount Royal University with a GPA of 3.75 or
higher will be placed on the President's Honour Roll.
Repetition of a Course
Students may repeat any course. When a course is repeated, the original grade remains on the student's academic
record. Only the higher grade awarded is used to determine the cumulative GPA, eligibility to graduate and
continuance as a student in good standing at the University.
Academic Regulations
Academic regulations will be found throughout this calendar and may not necessarily be contained only in this
section.
Academic Semesters
Mount Royal University operates on a 13-week semester system. The Fall Semester begins in September and ends
in December. The Winter Semester begins in January and ends in April.
The University also offers a selection of compressed, 6.5-week courses in the Spring and Summer semesters. The
Spring semester begins in May and ends in June. The Summer semester begins in July and ends in August. Credits
earned are applied to a student's program in the same manner as credits acquired in other semesters.
Credit Weight
Credit weight reflects student workload rather than classroom contact hours. Normally, students are expected to
devote nine to twelve hours of academic time and effort per week for a three-credit course. Academic time and effort
include class time (lectures, labs, tutorials, etc.) as well as any experiential or blended components. In addition, all
independent study (assignments, readings, preparation, study, etc.) is included.
Courses are normally valued as three credits or multiples of three credits.
Attendance Policy
Students are allowed to attend a course once they are officially registered and have paid the appropriate fees. It is
the responsibility of the student to attend all classes. Professors have the authority to specify attendance
requirements but these must be stated in the course outline. When circumstances prevent students from attending
the first class, they are advised to contact their instructor.
Graduation
Changes in regulations governing programs may be made from time to time. Students who have not interrupted their
program will be given the option of graduating in accordance with the old regulations or completing their program
under the new regulations governing their current registration. Such students must make their choice known to their
academic advisor and the Office of the Registrar at the time of their application for graduation.
Where a required course for graduation is no longer offered, the department Chair may specify an alternative. In
cases where it is not possible for students to complete their program under the old regulations, they will be phased
into the new program without a disadvantage. Students who interrupt their studies for more than six consecutive
semesters (including Spring and Summer semesters) will be required to comply with the new graduation
requirements published in the calendar in effect at the time they are readmitted to the University.
Examination Policy
All final examinations must be scheduled by the Office of the Registrar except those which are take-home
examinations, oral examinations or term projects. Students must be available for examinations up to the last day
of the examination period as specified in the Academic Schedule.
Limitation on Examination Weighting

In the calculation of the final grade average, the following limitations apply:
• The final examination shall comprise not more than 50% of the final grade.
• Evaluation accounting for not less than 25% of the total final grade must be completed and the results
communicated back to the student at the two-thirds point of the course (40 instructional days for a full
semester course).
• Evaluation accounting for not less than 50% of the total final grade must be communicated to the student no
later than the last day of classes.
o Where the evaluation method does not permit the 25% and 50% feedback, such as experiential
learning courses, students must be provided with substantive written feedback no later than the
opening of business on the Monday preceding the withdrawal deadline.
• Any tests carried out during the last two weeks of lectures for the Fall and Winter semesters and the last
week of lectures for the Spring and Summer semesters may not account, in total, for more than 10% of the
final grade, except in the case of laboratory or oral exams, laboratory exams or final projects.
Posting the Final Examination Timetable

The Final Examination Timetable will be made available on MyMRU as well as on the University's website by the
Office of the Registrar approximately six weeks but no later than five weeks before the last day of classes in the Fall
and Winter semesters.
The Spring exam schedule will be posted on the last Wednesday of May. The Summer exam schedule will be posted
on the third Wednesday of July. See the Academic Schedule for complete dates.
Determination of a Final Grade

On the first day of classes, professors will provide students with a written statement (either in hardcopy or online) of
the method of grading and the weights assigned to the various components that are to be considered in determining
the final grade (term papers, laboratory work, class participation, tests, final examination). This weighting may not be
changed during the semester or at the time of final grade reporting.
Deferred Examination
A student who cannot write a final examination at the scheduled time may apply for a deferred examination as soon
as possible before, and no later than the exam date. The authority to grant or deny a deferred final examination is
vested with the Chair or Dean of the academic unit in which the course is offered. Under no circumstances is the
deferred examination to be granted after a student has written the original examination.
The Chair or Dean may consider any compelling reasons outside of the student's control including but not restricted
to personal illness, bereavement, personal injury, and unavoidable and unanticipated circumstances. Additional study
time, travel plans, vacations, or misreading the exam schedule are not considered legitimate reasons for requesting a
deferred exam. The application must be supported by appropriate documentation.
If the intended absence is due to Protected Human Rights, the Chair or Dean and the instructor must be informed in
writing of the conflict two weeks prior to the date of the exam.
If a student becomes ill or is notified of an emergency during an examination, they should report at once to the
invigilating instructor(s), hand in their unfinished examination paper, and request that the examination paper be
canceled. If an illness is a cause, medical documentation must be obtained within 24 hours, so that any subsequent
application for a deferred examination may be supported by medical documentation. In the case of an emergency,
the student must present appropriate documentation to the instructor within three business days of the exam.
Should a student write an examination, hand in the paper for marking, and later report extenuating
circumstances to support the request for cancellation of the paper or examination, such requests will not be
considered.
Students who have more than two exams scheduled on any calendar day may request and shall be granted a
deferral for the third (fourth, fifth, etc.) examinations scheduled on the day. In the event a conflict arises because two
or more exams are scheduled at the same time, the Registrar (or designate) will consult with faculty members and
assign the deferred examination.
Loss of Privilege
Students who are eligible, but who do not apply for a deferred examination by the prescribed deadlines, shall
automatically lose this privilege. Students who have been granted deferred final examination privileges, but who do
not show acceptable cause for not writing at the prescribed time, shall automatically lose the privilege of further
deferral.
Deferred Work
Professors are normally free, subject to any established departmental or faculty procedures, to administer their own
policies regarding deferred deadlines for the completion of term papers or assignments; students must be made fully
aware of these policies. However, if the time extension goes beyond the deadline for the return of final course grades,
the procedures for "I" grades must be followed.
Correction of Grades
Once a student's final grade has been recorded by the Office of the Registrar, a professor may not request that this
final grade be changed unless it was assigned in error. A Change of Grade form must be submitted certifying the
reasons why the first grade is in error. The form must be signed by the professor and the department Chair offering
the course. Requests for a change of grade must reach the Office of the Registrar no later than 30 days after the start
of the next major (13-week) semester.
Transcripts and the Release of Information
A permanent record of each student's accumulated courses, attempted credits, grades earned and address
information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar.
Official transcripts are normally issued to educational institutions, potential employers, and students upon request.
The student is responsible for any cost associated with this service. Transcripts issued to the student are unofficial.
MRU provides both digital and standard paper transcripts. All costs for transcripts can be found in the Fees and
Deposits section of this calendar.
• Digital transcripts are issued via MyCreds. If you wish to share your transcripts with another post-secondary
institution or an employer, there is a charge to share the document, but there is no charge to upload the
document.
• Paper transcripts are issued via standard mail.
• Unofficial transcripts are also available via MyMRU or a paper copy, subject to an additional fee.
Note: unofficial transcripts may not be considered acceptable by the receiving institution.
For more information regarding ordering a transcript visit our website.
If you have applied to graduate and wish to have your certificate, diploma or degree noted on the issued transcript,
indicate that your transcript is to be held until the graduation notation has been recorded.
The personal information that students provide when applying for Mount Royal programs and courses is collected
under the Post-Secondary Learning Act (s. 65) and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (s. 33 a
& c). Personal information is protected by Alberta's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and can be
reviewed on request.
Only a student's name, whether or not s/he is registered and the credential awarded (i.e., degree, applied degree,
diploma, certificate, etc.) are defined as the student's public record. All other information is considered confidential
and will be used and disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation. Information pertaining to a minor who is
registered at Mount Royal will only be used and disclosed in accordance with privacy legislation. All third-party
inquiries should contact the Office of the Registrar to obtain a Release of Information form.
If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, please contact the Office of the Registrar at
403.440.3435.
Release of Grades
Only the Office of the Registrar has the authority to issue or release official grade information or other academic
records and transcripts. However, Department Chairs or their delegates are authorized to release or post final grades
at the end of each semester in accordance with privacy legislation.
The University does not mail out final grade statements. Students are responsible for confirming their final grades and
academic status at the end of each semester by accessing their MyMRU account. Students may obtain printed
copies of their final course grades by accessing MyMRU.
Official Communication
A letter mailed to a student's address as is currently on record in the Office of the Registrar will be considered
received. Students are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current. The University is not responsible
for incorrect mailings. All email correspondence from the University will go to a student's MyMRU email account.
Students are responsible for monitoring their MyMRU email accounts. Any correspondence sent to the student's
MyMRU email will be considered as received.
Name and/or Address Change

Every student is required to provide a mailing address at the time of registrationIn the case of a change of address,
students are required to update their address online through the MyMRU account. No third-party requests will be
considered.
Change of name must also be reported to the Office of the Registrar; appropriate documentation confirming the
change of name (marriage certificate, divorce decree or relevant court documents) must be provided as well as a
piece of government-issued photo ID. Students can update their preferred name through their MyMRU account.
Counterfeiting and Altering

No person(s) shall reproduce, copy, misuse, tamper with or alter in any way, manner, shape or form whatsoever any
official writing, record, document or identification form used or maintained by Mount Royal University. Any student
who submits fraudulent documents (e.g., transcripts, parchments, etc.) as part of the admission or registration
processes will be reported to Student Community Standards.
Academic Appeals and Grievances

A. Introduction
The basic principles governing the hearing of student final grade appeals and grievances are as follows:
a. Fairness will be applied to all parties in procedures and decisions;

b. Academic decisions should be made as close as possible to the level at which the academic expertise
resides;
c. Students will have the right to consult with the Students' Association (as applicable) at any stage of the
process;
d. Sound academic decisions will not be set aside based on minor irregularities in procedures;
e. The onus is on the student to show that a request for a final grade review has merit.
f. The process for adjudicating a final grade appeal will be conducted in a timely manner.
g. A final grade appeal is solely based on the academic merits of a student's work.
h. A student must have one additional opportunity for review of a final grade assignment after consulting with
an instructor.
i. A final grade appeal based on academic merit must reside within the department in which the course is
offered.
j. In the spirit of collegiality and cooperation, students are not permitted representation by legal counsel.
B. Appeal of Final Grade/Appeal Process (Overview)
There are three levels of a final grade appeal. The first two levels will be adjudicated on the academic merit of a
student's work. The third level of the appeal process is based solely on the process by which the academic appeal
decision was reached.
Students are advised to discuss their concerns with their instructors first (Level 1). If that is not feasible for whatever
reason, students are to discuss their concerns with the Chair. If a student is not satisfied with the decision at Level 1,
they can initiate the formal process Level 2 - Final Grade Review. Online forms are available through the Office of the
Registrar.
If a student is not satisfied with the decision at Level 2, they can initiate the Final Grade Appeal (Level 3)process by
completing the appropriate online form available through the Office of the Registrar. A Level 3 appeal is based on the
preceding processes and not on the academic merit of a student's work. A Level 3 decision is final.
Level 1: Consultation with Instructor (informal process)
a. The final grade was not calculated on all of the work completed and as indicated in the course outline; or
b. There was an arithmetical miscalculation of the final grade.
Level 2: Final Grade Review: Chair (formal process)
a. There was an alleged unfair assessment of academic performance.

Level 3: Final Grade Appeal: Dean / Final Grade Appeal Committee
a. There is new evidence that was previously unavailable; or

b. There was an alleged procedural error in reaching the decision; or
c. The findings of the previous adjudicator were allegedly not supported by the evidence
C. Appeal of Final Grade / Appeal Process (Detailed)

Level 1: Consultation With Instructor
a. A student who wishes to challenge the final grade awarded in a course should discuss the matter with the
instructor before initiating a formal grade review or appeal.
b. Should the instructor agree to a change in the final grade, they must submit a Change of Grade form to the
Office of the Registrar.
Level 2: Final Grade Review - Chair
a. A Final Grade Review form must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar no later than 20 business days
after the end of the final exam period in which the grade was awarded. (The holiday break over Christmas
and New Year does not count.)
b. If the Chair is also the instructor responsible for the course in question, the form shall be conveyed to the
Dean of the faculty offering the course.
c. The Chair (or designate) has the authority to take any action they feel is appropriate in adjudicating the
grade appeal. The Chair must ensure that the identity of the student requesting the review remains
anonymous to any third party involved in the appeal process.
d. At the Chair's discretion, the final grade may be increased, decreased, or left unchanged.
e. The Chair's decision must be recorded on the Final Grade Review form which will be returned to the Office
of the Registrar along with additional comments or documentation (as appropriate) in a timely manner but no
later than 10 business days after receiving the request for a review.
f. The Chair is responsible for notifying the student and instructor, in writing, of the decision.
Level 3: Final Grade Appeal - Dean
a. A student may file a Final Grade Appeal Form to the Office of the Registrar in a timely manner but no later
than 10 business days after a decision at Level 2.
b. If the Dean of the Faculty was involved with a Level 1 or 2 decision, the Registrar will select another Dean to
assume the responsibility for the Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee.
c. The final grade appeal will be considered if, and only if, the Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee is satisfied
that there are grounds for a Level 3 appeal.
d. If the Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee is not satisfied that the appeal has merit, they may deny it.
e. If a formal hearing is deemed necessary by the Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee, it will be convened in
a timely manner but no later than 20 working days after receipt of the original notice of appeal of the Chair's
decision.
f. The Final Grade Appeal Committee has the authority to take any action it feels is appropriate in adjudicating
the grade appeal.
g. The Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee is responsible for notifying the student, Chair, and instructor, in
writing, of the decision.
D. Composition of the Final Grade Appeal Committee

Each Final Grade Appeal Committee will be composed of five voting members as follows:
a. The Dean (or alternate) of the Faculty responsible for the instructor/Chair who assigned the final grade will
serve as Chair, Final Appeal Committee.
b. The Students' Association of Mount Royal University will name one student who is unfamiliar with the
dispute and does not know the appellant.
c. Two faculty members will be selected by the Chair, Final Grade Appeal Committee, in consultation with the
Registrar. One faculty member will be selected from within the Faculty responsible for the course and one
from outside that Faculty. Both faculty members should be unfamiliar with the details of the dispute.
d. The Registrar.
E. Other Information
1. Status of Student During An Appeal Process
During the course of the grade appeal process, a student retains the right to participate in all classes until a
final decision is given.
2. Access to Graded Course Work
a. Students have the right to supervised access to completed final examination papers which have
been graded provided that the request is made within 15 business days after the end of the
semester in which the grade was awarded.
b. Reviewing the final examination with the student is at the sole discretion of the instructor.
c. Graded coursework retained by an instructor may be destroyed one year after the end of the
semester in which the work was graded.
3. Course Outlines
a. All students must be given access to a course outline on the first day of classes.
b. The course outline must include the method of grading and weights assigned to the various
components that are to be considered in determining the final grade (term papers, laboratory work,
class participation, tests, final examination, etc.). This weighting may not be changed during the
semester or at the time of grade reporting.
c. A final grade appeal cannot be based on a challenge to the weightings assigned to the different
components of the course which comprise the final grade.
F. Complaints and Appeals With Respect to Matters
Not Involving Academic Decisions
Students or employees of Mount Royal who have a complaint about the operations of Mount Royal will be given an
opportunity to be heard. Under normal circumstances, the first step is to discuss your complaint(s) or grievance(s)
with the person(s) against whom your complaint is directed. If this is not possible or does not produce satisfactory
results, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the direct supervisor(s). Staff and Faculty are also able to
consult with their labour relationship officer through the MRSA or MRFA. If further support is needed, the Office of
Safe Disclosure is available to support you in exploring the different channels available for addressing your concerns.
For situations where Mount Royal University students, faculty, staff and administrators feel uncomfortable using any
of these regular channels, Mount Royal has engaged the third-party hotline reporting service called ConfidenceLine.
Student Rights & Responsibilities

Mount Royal is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive learning, working and living environment for all
community members. Students share the responsibility for maintaining a community of mutual respect. By enrolling,
students accept and acknowledge their rights and responsibilities found within the Code of Student Community
Standards and the Code of Academic Integrity, effective August 25, 2022, and available on the Student Community
Standards website.
Harassment or Discrimination
Harassment and other forms of discrimination are unacceptable at Mount Royal University. In cases of harassment or
discrimination or for information about Mount Royal's Human Rights Policy, Workplace Violence and Harassment
Prevention Policy and/or Sexual Violence Response Policy, you are advised to contact Human Resources
(employees), SAMRU's Student Advocacy Resource Coordinator (students), the Dating, Domestic & Sexual Violence
Response and Awareness Coordinator (students and employees), or the Office of Safe Disclosure (students and
employees).
Academic Standing
Introduction
Mount Royal is committed to maintaining high academic standards, promoting student success, and supporting
students who have difficulty meeting academic requirements. In the event that students are unable to meet academic
requirements, Mount Royal will make all reasonable attempts to ensure that they are aware of potential
consequences and that information about available support services is provided.
Academic Standing in its various forms applies to all current Mount Royal students and relates to students' eligibility
to register in credit courses within a Mount Royal program and their eligibility to graduate from a program. Students
should be aware that specific programs may have additional continuance requirements that place additional
conditions on how a student maintains eligibility to remain in a program of study. Students are solely responsible for
being familiar with program-specific continuance requirements and general program requirements in order to be
eligible to graduate.
Academic Standing/Definitions
A student will be in Good Standing when they have accumulated a minimum of nine earned credits overall, and their
cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) is 2.00 or better.
A student will be placed on Academic Warning (AW) when they have accumulated a minimum of nine earned
credits overall and their cumulative GPA is less than 2.00. A student will be permitted to remain on Academic
Warning for a maximum of two semesters unless they can demonstrate significant improvement in their semester
GPA.
A student will be placed on Academic Probation (AP) when they have been on Academic Warning for two
semesters, their cumulative GPA is less than 2.00, and they did not demonstrate Significant Improvement in their last
semester of study. A student will be permitted to remain on Academic Probation for a maximum of one semester
unless they can demonstrate significant improvement in their semester GPA.
A student is Required to Withdraw (RTW) from the institution for a minimum of twelve months when they have been
on Academic Probation for one semester, their cumulative GPA is less than 2.00, and they did not demonstrate
Significant Improvement in their last semester of study.
Note: Students who have been required to withdraw are de-registered from all courses in the subsequent
semester(s).
A student is permitted to register for non-credit classes after a requirement to withdraw. For additional information
about the application process please refer to the Mount Royal website or contact the Office of the Registrar.
A student demonstrates significant improvement when their semester GPA is 2.20 or higher in at least two three-
credit courses. A semester GPA is calculated on all grades earned in a given semester.
Note: There is no appeal process for Academic Warning or Academic Probation.
Appealing a Requirement to Withdraw (RTW)

Students can appeal their Requirement to Withdraw by completing the appropriate form available through the Office
of the Registrar. The application must include supporting documentation or it will not be processed.
The only permissible grounds for appealing a Requirement to Withdraw are:
a. Medical reasons verified in writing by a physician. Documentation must establish a clear and substantive link
to their academic standing over the period of time the credits were earned; or
b. Severe emotional distress verified in writing by a certified mental health professional. Documentation must
establish a clear and substantive link to their academic standing over the period of time the credits were
earned.
A student who believes there may be other extenuating circumstances that do not fit the two categories above may
submit an appeal.
Re-Admission to a Program After the Requirement to

Withdraw (RTW)
Students who have been required to withdraw from Mount Royal must apply for re-admission in accordance with the
application deadlines for new students that are specified in the Academic Schedule published in this calendar.
Students seeking (re)-admission to a program must meet with a Student Success Specialist in Early Support
regarding their academic plans. The Student Success Specialist may refer the student to a University counselor if
deemed appropriate. Students are required to bring a letter to the meeting with the academic advisor which:
1. offers an explanation for their having been previously unsuccessful,

2. outlines their academic plans, and
3. explains why they are now likely to be successful.
The Student Success Specialist will indicate to the Admissions Office when this consultation process has occurred in
order to complete the student's application procedure. Admission is not automatic and will be considered on an
individual basis.
Eligibility to Continue in a Program

A student in Good Standing is eligible to continue in their program of studies. Students on Academic Warning or
Academic Probation cannot be removed from a program unless the General Faculties Council has approved the
criteria that make that possible. Refer to specific program sections for additional information.
If a student has been removed from a program, they are eligible for re-admission to the same program according to
the academic criteria in place at the time of application unless General Faculties Council has approved an exception
to that policy. Refer to specific program sections for additional information.
General Graduation Requirements
Generally, all students who expect to receive a parchment from Mount Royal University must satisfy the graduation
requirements for a baccalaureate degree program, a diploma program or a certificate program as shown in this
section. Several programs have special graduation requirements, which must also be met before a degree, diploma
or certificate can be awarded. The additional requirements are shown in the program description section of the
programs concerned (also see Academic Regulations - Graduation). Students are cautioned to note the general
statements regarding graduation and the restrictions and interpretations that follow. Consult the Office of the
Registrar if you are uncertain about your graduation status.
Application to Graduate
All students who are candidates for the award of a baccalaureate degree, diploma or certificate are responsible for
notifying the Office of the Registrar of their intention to graduate. They must complete and submit an application to
graduate prior to the relevant deadline indicated in the Academic Schedule in this calendar. The application form is
available online through MyMRU or at the Office of the Registrar. Students who miss the deadline will be subject to a
late application fee.
Candidates graduate in accordance with the conditions and requirements shown in the calendar of the year in which
they first enroled in the program, provided there has been no break in their attendance at the University. Students
who discontinue their studies will be subject to the graduation requirements published in the calendar at the time of
their return to the University.
Eligibility to Graduate
In order to graduate from any Mount Royal University credit program, a student must satisfy all program requirements
specified in the curriculum at the time of admission to the program or the current program curriculum and meet the
requirements for Good Standing (see Academic Standing) at the time the application to graduate is evaluated.
Admission to Program
To be eligible to graduate, a student must have been officially admitted into the program and must complete at
least 25% of the graduation requirements as a student within the program, except where written approval has been
given by the Dean/Director of the faculty/centre/school.
Residency
Fifty percent of the academic work completed toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must be completed at
Mount Royal, except where written approval has been given by the Dean/Director of the appropriate
faculty/centre/school.
Program Pattern
A student must successfully complete all requirements as stated in the approved program pattern (see the Academic
Program section). This includes earning the number of required credits, successfully completing all courses identified
as the program core, meeting the General Education requirements, as well as completing any additional
requirements specified in the calendar.
Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)

A student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 based on all courses required for graduation in the program;
this will include all the core courses specified in the published curriculum pattern for that program, as well as all
approved options and electives, and General Education courses. Some programs may require a higher GPA for
graduation.
General Education Requirements

General Education is primarily responsible for meeting the liberal education component of a degree. General
Education Requirements are mandatory for all students pursuing a baccalaureate degree or diploma program and will
vary depending on the program. Students should review mruGradU8 or speak with their advisor to ensure that they
are meeting program requirements.
Restrictions
• No course may be presented to fulfill more than one graduation requirement within one credential. For
example, English 1101 may not be used to satisfy a program core requirement and a General Education
requirement.
• No high school or matriculation equivalent course (level 30 or lower) may be used for graduation purposes
(see the list of high school/matriculation equivalent courses in the section entitled High School Matriculation
Equivalents).
• Students may apply a maximum of 75% of the credits obtained under one Mount Royal credential towards
the graduation requirements of another credential at Mount Royal. The Dean of the Faculty from which a
student wishes to graduate has the authority to grant an exception to the limit on internal transfer.
• Two Directed Reading courses can be used for graduation purposes but they must be in different
disciplines.
• ENGL 0212 is a university-level course but unless it is specifically required for a program, it can only be
used to satisfy an elective requirement.
• A maximum of 16 junior (1000-level) courses may be used to satisfy the requirements for a baccalaureate
degree.
• See the following sections for specific restrictions on using courses to complete a minor or double major.
Letter of Permission
Students who wish to complete relevant coursework for a baccalaureate, diploma or certificate program at another
recognized or accredited post-secondary institution must receive prior approval requesting a Letter of Permission.
See Transfer Credit and PLAR for details.
Time Limitation - Baccalaureate Degree Course
Work
All graduation requirements for a baccalaureate degree program must be completed within eight years of initial
admission to and enrolment in the baccalaureate degree program. The prior learning of all students entering
baccalaureate degree programs will be fully assessed at the point of admission for possible advanced standing or
transfer credit. Applicable credit for prior learning which is recognized at the point of entry into the program will remain
valid for the same time limit (eight years) as is permitted to complete the program. Any student who is unable to
complete a credential within the stated time limits will be removed from the program and will be required to apply for
readmission.
Time Limitation - Diploma or Certificate Course

Work
All graduation requirements for a certificate or diploma program must be completed within six years of initial
admission to and enrolment in that certificate or diploma program.
The prior learning of all students entering certificate or diploma programs will be fully assessed at the point of
admission for possible advanced standing or transfer credit. Applicable credit for prior learning which is recognized at
the point of entry into the program will remain valid for the same time limit (6 years) as is permitted to complete the
program. Any student who is unable to complete a credential within the stated time limits will be removed from the
program and will be required to apply for readmission.
Program Definitions
Baccalaureate Degree
Baccalaureate degree programs consist of forty, three-credit courses (typically eight semesters) and consist of
courses in three categories: Program Core, General Education, and Electives. Because of accreditation requirements
and other professional requirements, the number of courses required to meet core requirements may vary. Specific
requirements are:
• Program core will not be more than twenty-six courses within a forty-course program.
• General Education requirements in a program will consist of ten courses:
• Four courses will be taken at the foundation level: one from each of the four thematic cluster areas.
• Three courses will be taken at the second tier: no more than one from each of the thematic
clusters. Students must include a selection from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy cluster at tier
2.
• Three courses must be taken at the third tier, selected from at least two of the thematic clusters.
• General Education requirements vary depending on the program. Students should review their
General Education requirements in mruGradU8 or speak with their advisor.
• Electives constitute a minimum of four courses from the total number of courses that make up the program.
Major
A major is a prescribed set of no less than fourteen courses or no more than twenty-six courses within a forty-course
program. The designation for major will appear on the transcript and the degree parchment.
Double Majors
• Discipline choices for a double major must be made within a single degree.
• All core requirements for each major must be satisfied in a manner approved by the Dean.
• All General Education requirements for the degree must be satisfied.
• A maximum of four General Education courses (12 credits) can be used to satisfy the requirements for a
double major.
• Courses that satisfy an Elective requirement can be used to satisfy the requirements for a double major
without restriction.
Minor/Double Minors
A Minor is a prescribed set of no less than six courses and no more than eight courses. The designation for Minor will
appear on the transcript but not on the degree parchment.
• No more than 50% of courses, up to a maximum of four courses, can be used to satisfy both the Minor and
the Major and/or Concentration requirements.
• Courses used to satisfy a General Education and/or Elective requirement can also be used to satisfy a
requirement for a Minor.
• Students may pursue a maximum of two Minors within a degree program.
Concentration
A Concentration is comprised of no less than six and no more than ten prescribed courses (including approved
options). The designation for Concentration will appear on the transcript but not on the degree parchment.
• Courses used to satisfy Concentration requirements cannot be used to satisfy General Education or Elective
requirements.
• Students may pursue a maximum of two Concentrations within a Major, provided the Concentrations do not
have any courses in common.
Diploma
Generally, diploma programs will have a minimum of 60 credits and a maximum of 72 credits and have the following
requirements:
• Five General Education requirements: Cluster 4, Foundation; four other courses chosen from each cluster at
the foundation or higher level.
• General Education requirements vary depending on the program. Students should review their General
Education requirements in mruGradU8 or speak with their advisor.
• Program core courses (no fewer than 36 credits), electives and approved options.
Credit Certificate
Programs offering this type of credential may include program core courses, electives and approved options
(minimum of 18 credits and 6 courses). Generally, programs of this type will be from 6 to 10 courses in length and will
focus on professional development, post-diploma or post-baccalaureate education.
Certificate of Achievement
This type of certificate is given to acknowledge the completion of an approved series of related credit courses
(minimum of nine credits and three courses). Generally, programs of this type will be from three to five courses in
length and will focus on professional development.
Credit-Free Certificate
Programs offering this type of credential include at least three required program core courses and in addition, there
may be a series of options from which a specified number may be selected. Programs of this type must have a
minimum of 60 instructional hours and individual courses within the program will not usually be less than 15 hours in
length.
Cognate Course
A cognate course is a course from outside a defined discipline that complements and enhances the breadth of
knowledge and skills found within the area of study.
Interdisciplinary Program
A program is considered interdisciplinary when it combines and integrates courses primarily within one discipline with
cognate courses.
Community Service Learning Citation

MRU recognizes Community Service Learning (CSL) as a high-impact teaching practice that offers students the
opportunity to make a positive impact in local and global communities through hands-on experience. Professors at
MRU have employed CSL as a teaching pedagogy for more than twenty years through community-based projects
where students apply academic theories and processes. Community organizations work with professors to develop
deep learning experiences that address real-world challenges and opportunities.
In an effort to recognize student engagement MRU has developed a CSL Citation that is recorded as a co-curricular
record on the student transcript. The Citation demonstrates that a student has significantly integrated CSL into their
post-secondary education by completing three courses for a minimum of nine credits that are designated as
employing community engagement. CSL designated courses entail at least twenty hours of community service and
are worth at least 15% of each course grade.
The CSL Citation recognizes student contributions towards the sustainability of local, regional, and international
organizations and communities. View further information on declaring your intent for a CSL Citation, and view a list of
eligible courses.
human cultures and how anthropological
Program listing by training can help to overcome these biases;
•
credential An open-minded and culturally sensitive
appreciation of different cultures and their
relevance in the contemporary world;
Bachelor of Arts • Solid competency in locating, reading, and
comprehending primary and secondary
sources;
Anthropology, BA • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Mastery of multiple methodologies and the
scientific method;
• Admission
• The ability to formulate and communicate
• Curriculum
cogent arguments;
• Graduation Requirements
• Specific skills in managing, evaluating, and
The Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology degree provides
interpreting data derived from past and
students with a broad, integrated knowledge of the
present cultures;
subject through its four major fields - cultural
anthropology, biological anthropology, linguistic • The ability to work and communicate
anthropology and archaeology. Anthropological effectively in collaborative group projects;
training will uniquely prepare graduates to engage • The ability to articulate points of view clearly
competently and critically with the major issues of and persuasively to others;
globalization, multiculturalism, and cultural heritage in • The ability to view situations reflectively by
the larger context of the human experience. This seeing oneself as both subject and object;
program will also foster proficiency in the methods of • The ability to engage in participant-
research, analysis, and scientific reasoning that observation and promote cultural curiosity
distinguish anthropology as an interdisciplinary realm through experiential fieldwork;
within the social sciences. • The ability to engage in and evaluate both
humanistic and scientific approaches through
Anthropology explores all aspects of human life, both
critical thinking and rigorous logical thought
ancient and modern, over time and space. By creating processes;
a strong balance between humanistic and scientific
• The ability to contextualize biological and
approaches, this degree offers a holistic comparative
cultural phenomena in terms of both local
understanding of anthropology and therefore provides
and global perspectives.
an excellent foundation for graduate studies as well
as careers in anthropology and other areas such as • Graduation Requirements for the Bachelor of
teaching, social work, curatorial work, and Arts - Anthropology;
international affairs. • All students must meet the general
graduation requirements for the Bachelor of
Mount Royal's Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology aims to Arts, in addition to the graduation
provide students with the following competencies: requirements for the Anthropology major.
• Foundational knowledge in the historical

development, philosophical and theoretical
Admissions
trends, methodology, and practice of the
•
discipline of anthropology;
The ability to utilize and value the holistic
General Admission
and interdisciplinary approaches that are
fundamental to anthropology;
Requirements
• Solid cross-cultural understanding of the
nature and diversity of present and past All students must meet the general admission
cultures; requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
• The ability to recognize the biases that indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
societies carry in their understanding of
•
Additional Admission self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
the Application for Admission;
Requirements • meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant; and
In addition to meeting the general admission • meet the minimum admission requirements
requirements indicated in the Admission section of as indicated in the general admission
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the requirements for Mount Royal University as
following criteria for each Major. well as any program level admission
requirements.
Designated seats for this special consideration target
Academic Course will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
Requirements early admission period. Any unfilled designated seats
will be released on June 15 to students applying
The following specific courses (or their equivalencies) under the general admission requirements.
with the specified minimum grades are required for
admission into the Bachelor of Arts program: See general admission requirements in the
Admission section of this calendar for further
information.
Majors: Anthropology, English, History and Sociology
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% Declaration of Major

• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 or a 30-level
language Students must declare their major field of study within
one year (ten courses) of enrolling in the program.
Major: Psychology Students who have decided on their major are
advised to declare it as soon as possible to facilitate
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% proper course selection and access to core courses.
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%
Major: Policy Studies

Double Majors
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% Double majors must be chosen within the six majors
offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts and include:
Although conditional admission may be granted in
• 10-12 general education courses, of which
advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
four can fulfill the requirements of the double
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
major.
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts
• All core courses specified for each major (a
have been received by the University. Applicants who
minimum of 32 courses).
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will
be denied admission. • All core requirements for each major must be
satisfied in a manner approved by the
Associate Dean, Curriculum and Policy
Indigenous Student • Courses that satisfy an elective requirement
can be used to satisfy the program
Admission requirements for a double major.
Each year, 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of Arts

program will be reserved for Indigenous applicants
through an Indigenous admission target. To be
considered for admission under the Indigenous
admission target, the applicant must:
Curriculum • ANTH 2104 - Methods in Archaeology
• ANTH 2241 - Ethnography in Anthropology
• ANTH 3305 - History of Anthropology
Program Structure - • ANTH 3307 - Statistics for Anthropology
Anthropology • ANTH 4401 - Anthropological Theory

• Three additional ANTH courses at the 2000
level or higher.
Total number of three-credit 40 courses • One additional ANTH course at the 4000
courses (or equivalent) minimum level or higher.
Required courses in Anthropology 10 courses Additional Required Courses
Two of the following:

Additional required Anthropology
6-14 courses
courses
• ANTH 3201 - Lithic Analysis
• ANTH 3302 - Ethnographic Methods
Elective courses 6-14 courses • ANTH 3309 - Ceramic Analysis
• ANTH 3321 - Human Osteology
General Education Courses 10 courses • ANTH 3323 - Zooarchaeology
• ANTH 3325 - GIS for Anthropology
• ANTH 3342 - Perspectives on Discourse
16 courses
First-year course limit (1000 level) Tactics
maximum
Maximum number of courses

Electives
outside of the Faculty of Arts,
and/or the • 14 Electives
8 courses
Faculty of Science and Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university-
Technology, and/or designated as level course to complete an elective requirement,
General Education courses including Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology courses that
are not already fulfilling a major requirement. Students
should be aware that no more than 24 courses within
24 courses one discipline will be counted towards their degree
Course limit in a single discipline
maximum (e.g., no more than 24 courses with the course prefix
ANTH).
Grade Point Average (GPA) to 2.00
graduate minimum General Education Requirements
Ten courses must be completed to meet the general

Required Courses education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor of
Arts - Anthropology.
• ANTH 1101 - Introduction to Primatology and • Four courses will be taken at the
Human Evolution foundational level: one from each of the
• ANTH 1103 - Introduction to Cultural thematic clusters.
Anthropology • Three courses will be taken at the second
• ANTH 1105 - Ancient Peoples and Places tier: no more than one from each of the
• ANTH 1106 - Introduction to Linguistic thematic clusters. One of these courses must
Anthropology be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• ANTH 2102 - Methods in Biological cluster.
Anthropology
• Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
selected from at least two of the thematic
Anthropology, BA
clusters. (Honours)
Graduation Requirements
Acceptance Criteria
Eligibility To Graduate Students may apply to the appropriate department for
acceptance into the Honours stream upon the
To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal successful completion of twenty courses in the
program, a student must have been officially admitted Bachelor of Arts program. Acceptance into the
into the program and must normally complete at least Honours stream is competitive meaning students with
25% of the graduation requirements as a student higher GPA's will be considered first. Students must
within the program, except where written approval has present a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 in
been given by the dean/director of the the last 10 courses completed and identify a research
faculty/centre/school. focus that is compatible with the available faculty for
mentorship within the department.
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed
Before applying for Honours, students must also have
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must
declared a major in the Honours discipline. Students
be completed at the University, except where written
may apply for entrance into Honours between March
approval has been given by the dean/director of the
1 and May 1 of the academic year in which they have
appropriate faculty/centre/school. In addition, the
successfully completed twenty courses.
internship component of the Policy Studies BA Major
Departments/disciplines in which Honours streams
must normally be completed as a student of Mount
are housed will meet to decide on who will be
Royal.
accepted into the Honours stream, based on the
number of applications received and the qualifications
Application for Honours of the students who have applied. A student who has
graduated with a Bachelor of Arts may not apply to
after receiving a Bachelor of enter Honours in the same discipline in which they
received the Bachelor of Arts degree.
Arts in the same discipline.
A student who has graduated with a Bachelor of Arts
may not apply to enter Honours in the same discipline
in which he or she has received the Bachelor of Arts
degree.
Program Continuance
Students accepted into the Honours BA must maintain
Time Limitation a term GPA of 3.00 in each semester. Subject to
review by the Chair, students who fail to maintain a
All graduation requirements for the BA degree term GPA of 3.00, will lose their place in the Honours
program must be completed within eight years of stream. Students will normally not be permitted to
initial admission to and enrolment in the program. The reapply for Honours, and may do so only with the
prior learning of all students entering baccalaureate permission of the Chair of their Honours discipline.
programs will be fully assessed at the point of Students permitted to reapply must follow the
admission for possible advanced standing or transfer procedures for acceptance into the Honours stream,
credit. Applicable credit for prior learning which is as mentioned above.
recognized at the point of entry into the program will
remain valid for the same time limit (eight years) as is There is no guarantee that a student will be re-
permitted to complete the program. admitted into the Honours stream. Students
completing the Honours steam who have failed to
satisfy all the requirements for an Honours degree but
who have satisfied all requirements for a BA major
degree shall receive a BA major degree upon 10 Electives
graduation.
Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university-
level course to complete an elective requirement,
Curriculum including ANTH courses that are not already fulfilling
a major requirement. Students should be aware that
All students must meet the general graduation no more than 24 courses within one discipline will be
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours), in counted towards their degree (e.g., no more than 24
addition to the graduation requirements for the courses with the course prefix ANTH).
Anthropology (honours) major.
Required Courses
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• ANTH 1101 - Introduction to Primatology and Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
Human Evolution of Arts - Anthropology (Honours).
• ANTH 1103 - Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology 1. Four courses will be taken at the
foundational level: one from each of the
• ANTH 1105 - Ancient Peoples and Places
thematic clusters.
• ANTH 1106 - Introduction to Linguistic 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
Anthropology tier: no more than one from each of the
• ANTH 2102 - Methods in Biological thematic clusters. One of these courses must
Anthropology be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• ANTH 2104 - Methods in Archaeology cluster.
• ANTH 2241 - Ethnography in Anthropology 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• ANTH 3305 - History of Anthropology selected from at least two of the thematic
• ANTH 3307 - Statistics for Anthropology clusters.
• ANTH 4401 - Anthropological Theory
• ANTH 5110 - Honours Research Design
• ANTH 5120 - Honours Thesis Note
Options Students may pursue a general background in

Anthropology or they may elect to focus on a
particular field or fields (Cultural Anthropology,
Two of the following: Linguistic Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, and
• ANTH 3201 - Lithic Analysis Archaeology). If a focus is desired, then students
• ANTH 3302 - Ethnographic Methods should consult with the Anthropology Advisor in order
• ANTH 3309 - Ceramic Analysis to prepare the proper array of courses.
• ANTH 3321 - Human Osteology
• ANTH 3323 - Zooarchaeology
English, BA
• ANTH 3325 - GIS for Anthropology
• ANTH 3342 - Perspectives on Discourse
Tactics • Admission
• Curriculum
All of the following: • Graduation Requirements
• Four additional ANTH courses at the 2000 The Bachelor of Arts - English program is designed to
level or higher. enable students to explore many aspects of English
• Two additional ANTH courses at the 4000 studies. The Department of English, Languages, and
level or higher. Cultures offers courses in composition, creative
writing, film, literature, and literary theory. A distinctive
feature of this English department is its commitment
Electives to improving students' writing skills. Given this focus
on writing and on reading different types of texts, 10. interrogate the ways in which ethical
students will find these programs useful for a variety assumptions are shaped and analyze how
of occupations and/or further study. one's own ethical framework affects one's
readings of texts.
Graduates will be aware not only of the historical and 11. document sources in an ethically responsible
generic categories of English literature but also of the way.
role language plays in shaping our perceptions of 12. use information technologies effectively.
everyday life. Mount Royal English graduates will be 13. apply group process skills in diverse settings.
broadly literate for having engaged with written, visual 14. assess personal effectiveness in learning.
and other types of social text. Mount Royal English
graduates will be able to articulate the cultural
processes that produce literature in a variety of Admission
different geographic settings including Canada. In
order to achieve this level of understanding,
graduates will have taken a variety of courses General Admission
stressing different kinds of literature, genres, media
and approaches to forms of cultural production. Requirements
Graduates will be able to communicate effectively in a
All students must meet the general admission
variety of contexts. Graduates will be in firm
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
possession of other core, transferable skills, such as
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
thinking strategies, ethical reasoning, information
retrieval and evaluation capabilities, computer literacy
and group effectiveness, thus enabling them to Additional Admission
succeed in further studies and career opportunities.
Qualified graduates may go on to professional Requirements
programs like law or develop careers in business,
writing, or teaching. Graduates will have experienced In addition to meeting the general admission
different learning environments and developed requirements indicated in the Admission section of
metacognition (that is, a high level of self-awareness this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
regarding learning and professionalization) around following criteria for each Major.
learning styles and preferences, an important
outcome for the life-long learner in the education
system or the workplace. Academic Course
The graduate will: Requirements
1. demonstrate a writing style that exhibits
The following specific courses (or their equivalencies)
clarity, eloquence, and precision.
with the specified minimum grades are required for
2. consider the audience when selecting
admission into the Bachelor of Arts program:
rhetorical strategies.
3. articulate positions clearly and persuasively.
4. support arguments with appropriate sources
of information.
5. analyze, evaluate and synthesize information • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
from different sources. • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 or a 30-level
6. construct reasonable and informed readings language
of texts.
7. be aware of genre conventions and literary Major: Psychology
traditions.
8. recognize various theoretical and critical • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
approaches to texts.
9. address different positions in the course of
developing an argument.
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% Double majors must be chosen within the six majors
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60% offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts and include:
advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, • 10-12 general education courses, of which
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum four can fulfill the requirements of the double
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts major.
have been received by the University. Applicants who • All core courses specified for each major (a
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will minimum of 32 courses).
be denied admission. • All core requirements for each major must be
Indigenous Student • Courses that satisfy an elective requirement
Admission can be used to satisfy the program
requirements for a double major.

program will be reserved for Indigenous applicants Curriculum
admission target, the applicant must: Program Structure - English
• self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
Total number of three-credit 40 courses
courses (or equivalent) minimum
• meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant; and
• meet the minimum admission requirements Required courses in English 18 courses
as indicated in the general admission
requirements for Mount Royal University as
Elective courses 12 courses
well as any program level admission
requirements.
Designated seats for this special consideration target General Education Courses 10 courses
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
early admission period. Any unfilled designated seats 16 courses
First-year course limit (1000 level)
will be released on June 15 to students applying maximum
under the general admission requirements.
See general admission requirements in the
Admission section of this calendar for further
and/or the
information. 8 courses
Faculty of Science and
Technology, and/or designated as
Declaration of Major General Education courses
Students must declare their major field of study within 24 courses

one year (ten courses) of enrolling in the program. maximum
Students who have decided on their major are
proper course selection and access to core courses.
graduate minimum
Double Majors
Required Courses
All students must meet the general graduation • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, in addition to Issues in Canada
the graduation requirements for the English • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
Major. Students must complete 18 core courses, 10 Coast
General Education courses, and 12 elective courses.
• ANTH 2255 - An Ethnographic Survey of
As part of the 18 core courses, students must
Native North America
complete a minimum of 14 ENGL-prefixed courses.
• ANTH 3319 - Ethnography of the Great
Plains
Introductory Literature • ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in
Canada
One course in: • ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous
Literatures
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An • FILM 2231 - Indigenous Film
Introduction to Literature
• HIST 2215 - History of the People of the
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
• HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations:
• ENGL 2141 - Literature for Young Children 1497-1877
• HIST 2234 - The Canadian State and
Literary Foundations Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the
Truth and Reconciliation Commission
All of: • HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience:
Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in
• ENGL 2202 - Theory in English Studies Context
• ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the • HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada:
Restoration Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
• ENGL 2211 - English Literature from the Nationhood in Northern North America
Restoration to the Present • HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin
America
Intermediate Writing • PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology
One course in: North American Literature
• CRWT 2264 - Intermediate Poetry Writing 1: Two courses in:

Contemporary Practice
• CRWT 2265 - Intermediate Poetry Writing 2: • ENGL 2248 - American Literature from 1865
Precedents to 1945
• CRWT 2266 - Intermediate Fiction Writing 1: • ENGL 2249 - American Literature from 1945
Contemporary Practice to the Present
• CRWT 2267 - Intermediate Fiction Writing 2: • ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in
Precedents Canada
• CRWT 2268 - Creative Nonfiction and Travel • ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914
Writing • ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from
• ENGL 2205 - Writing about Literature 1914
• ENGL 2207 - Intermediate Writing • ENGL 3246 - Pre-American Literary
• ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing Environments
• ENGL 3256 - Canadian Drama
Indigenous Arts and Cultures • ENGL 3350 - The American Renaissance

• ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous
Literatures
Any INST or one course in:
• ENGL 3372 - Western Canadian Literature
• ENGL 4702 - Topics in North American Theory/Writing
Literature
One course in:
Global / Transnational Literature
• CRWT 3362 - Advanced Poetry Writing
One course in: • CRWT 3368 - Advanced Fiction Writing
• CRWT 3304 - Advanced Creative Nonfiction:
• ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and Writing Place
Visionaries • CRWT 3305 - Advanced Script Writing
• ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in • ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice
Canada • ENGL 3304 - Advanced Writing: Theory,
• ENGL 2291 - Postcolonial Literature I Pedagogy, Practice
• ENGL 2292 - Postcolonial Literature II • ENGL 3310 - Critical Theory and Cultural
• ENGL 3327 - Studies in Women's Literature Studies
• ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous • ENGL 3382 - Textualities/Sexualities
Literatures • FILM 3345 - Film Reviewing, Criticism, and
• ENGL 3390 - African Writing in English Theory
• ENGL 4701 - Topics in Global Literature
Additional Courses
Pre-1900 Literature
• One Language/Linguistic course*
Two courses in: • One ENGL course at the 3000 level or
higher**
• ENGL 3246 - Pre-American Literary • Two ENGL courses at the 4000 level or
Environments higher
• ENGL 3306 - History of the English • Two additional ENGL courses at any level***
Language
• ENGL 3312 - Shakespeare: The Earlier
Notes
Plays
• ENGL 3313 - Shakespeare: The Later Plays
*Any Language/Linguistic course includes all courses
• ENGL 3323 - Early Medieval Literature
with the prefixes CHIN, FREN, GERM, ITAL, JPNS,
• ENGL 3324 - Literature in the Age of SPAN, LING, and ENGL 3306, with the exception of
Chaucer CHIN 2217, FREN 2250, JPNS 2209, SPAN 2219,
• ENGL 3330 - Enlightenment Literature: and SPAN 2220.
Knowledge and Society
• ENGL 3331 - Late Eighteenth-Century **FILM 3345 can also be used to complete this
Literary Topographies requirement, as well as any course at the 3000-level
• ENGL 3340 - Romanticism and Revolution or higher with the prefix CRWT and ENGL.
• ENGL 3341 - Later Romantic Literature
***FILM 2251, FILM 3345, or any course with the
• ENGL 3342 - Early Seventeenth-Century prefix CRWT and ENGL can also be used to complete
Literature this requirement, with the exception of ENGL
• ENGL 3343 - Later Seventeenth-Century 1101/GNED 1401 and ENGL 0212.
Literature
• ENGL 3344 - Nineteenth-Century Realism
and Reform
Electives
• ENGL 3345 - Nineteenth-Century Art and
Nature • 12 Elective Courses
• ENGL 3350 - The American Renaissance Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university-
including Bachelor of Arts - English courses that are
not already fulfilling a major requirement. Students in which he or she has received the Bachelor of Arts
should be aware that no more than 24 courses within degree.
one discipline will be counted towards their degree
(e.g., no more than 24 courses with the course prefix
ENGL). Time Limitation
General Education Requirements All graduation requirements for the BA degree

program must be completed within eight years of
initial admission to and enrolment in the program. The
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General prior learning of all students entering baccalaureate
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor programs will be fully assessed at the point of
of Arts - English. admission for possible advanced standing or transfer
credit. Applicable credit for prior learning which is
1. Four courses will be taken at the
remain valid for the same time limit (eight years) as is
thematic clusters.
permitted to complete the program.
2. Three courses will be taken at the second
tier: no more than one from each of the
thematic clusters. One of these courses must English, BA (Honours)
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Cluster
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Acceptance Criteria
clusters.
Students may apply to the appropriate department for
acceptance into the Honours stream upon successful
Graduation Requirements completion of 20 courses in the Bachelor of Arts
program. Acceptance into the Honours stream is
competitive, meaning students with a higher GPA will
Eligibility To Graduate be considered first. Students must present a minimum
Grade Point Average of 3.00 in the last 10 courses
To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal completed and identify a research focus that is
program, a student must have been officially admitted compatible with the available faculty for mentorship
into the program and must normally complete at least within the department.
25% of the graduation requirements as a student
within the program, except where written approval has Before applying for Honours students must also have
been given by the dean/director of the declared a major in the Honours discipline. Students
faculty/centre/school. may apply for entrance into Honours between March
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed successfully completed 20 courses.
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must Departments/disciplines in which Honours streams
be completed at the University, except where written are housed will meet to decide on who will be
approval has been given by the dean/director of the accepted into the Honours stream, based on the
appropriate faculty/centre/school. number of applications received and the qualifications
of the students who have applied. A student who has
Application for Honours enter Honours in the same discipline in which they
after receiving a Bachelor of received the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Continuance
Requirements
Students accepted into the Honours BA must maintain • ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the
a term GPA of 3.00 in each semester. Subject to Restoration
review by the Chair, students who fail to maintain a • ENGL 2211 - English Literature from the
term GPA of 3.00, will lose their place in the Honours Restoration to the Present
stream. Students will normally not be permitted to
reapply for Honours, and may do so only with the
permission of the Chair of their Honours discipline. Intermediate Writing
Students permitted to reapply must follow the
procedures for acceptance into the Honours stream, One course in:
as mentioned above.
• CRWT 2264 - Intermediate Poetry Writing 1:
Contemporary Practice
• CRWT 2265 - Intermediate Poetry Writing 2:
There is no guarantee that a student will be re- Precedents
admitted into the Honours stream. Students • CRWT 2266 - Intermediate Fiction Writing 1:
completing the Honours steam who have failed to Contemporary Practice
• CRWT 2267 - Intermediate Fiction Writing 2:
Precedents
degree shall receive a BA major degree upon
graduation.
• CRWT 2268 - Creative Nonfiction and Travel
Writing
• ENGL 2205 - Writing about Literature
• ENGL 2207 - Intermediate Writing
• ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing
Graduation Requirements -
English (Honours) Indigenous Arts and Cultures
All students must meet the general graduation Any INST or one course in:
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours), in
addition to the graduation requirements for the • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
English (honours) major. Students must complete 22 Issues in Canada
core courses, 10 General Education courses, and 8
• ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
elective courses. As part of the 22 core courses,
Coast
students must complete a minimum of 18 ENGL-
prefixed courses.
Introductory Literature Plains
• ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in
One course in: Canada
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Literatures
Introduction to Literature • FILM 2231 - Indigenous Film
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An • HIST 2215 - History of the People of the
Introduction to Literature Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
• ENGL 2141 - Literature for Young Children • HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations:
1497-1877
Literary Foundations • HIST 2234 - The Canadian State and
Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the
All of: Truth and Reconciliation Commission
• HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience:
• ENGL 2202 - Theory in English Studies Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in
Context
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: One course in:
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
Nationhood in Northern North America • ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin • ENGL 3304 - Advanced Writing: Theory,
America Pedagogy, Practice
• PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology • ENGL 3310 - Critical Theory and Cultural
Studies
• ENGL 3382 - Textualities/Sexualities
• FILM 3345 - Film Reviewing, Criticism, and
Theory
North American Literature
Pre-1900 Literature
Two courses in:
Four courses in:
• ENGL 2248 - American Literature from 1865
to 1945
• ENGL 3246 - Pre-American Literary
• ENGL 2249 - American Literature from 1945 Environments
to the Present
• ENGL 3306 - History of the English
• ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in Language
Canada
• ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914 Plays
• ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from • ENGL 3313 - Shakespeare: The Later Plays
1914
• ENGL 3323 - Early Medieval Literature
• ENGL 3324 - Literature in the Age of
Environments
Chaucer
• ENGL 3330 - Enlightenment Literature:
• ENGL 3350 - The American Renaissance
• ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous • ENGL 3331 - Late Eighteenth-Century
Literatures Literary Topographies
• ENGL 3372 - Western Canadian Literature • ENGL 3340 - Romanticism and Revolution
• ENGL 4702 - Topics in North American • ENGL 3341 - Later Romantic Literature
Literature
• ENGL 3342 - Early Seventeenth-Century
Literature
Global/Transnational Literature • ENGL 3343 - Later Seventeenth-Century
Literature
Two courses in: • ENGL 3344 - Nineteenth-Century Realism
and Reform
• ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and • ENGL 3345 - Nineteenth-Century Art and
Visionaries Nature
• ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in • ENGL 3350 - The American Renaissance
Canada
• ENGL 2291 - Postcolonial Literature I
Honours Seminar
• ENGL 2292 - Postcolonial Literature II
• ENGL 3327 - Studies in Women's Literature
Students must achieve a minimum grade of B in
• ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous ENGL 5110 - Honours Seminar.
Literatures
• ENGL 3390 - African Writing in English • ENGL 5110 - Honours Seminar
• ENGL 4701 - Topics in Global Literature
Additional Options
Theory/Writing (Theory and Practice)
• One Language/Linguistic course* • Graduation Requirements
• One ENGL course at the 3000 level or The History major in the Bachelor of Arts four-year
higher** program is designed to provide students with a broad
• Three ENGL courses at the 4000 level or base of knowledge in history. Students will also have
higher the opportunity to study a wide variety of topics such
as Film and History, Indigenous History, and Public
• One additional ENGL course at any level***
History. Students will develop an understanding of the
methods of historical research and analysis, and
General Education Requirements historical reasoning that distinguish History as a
branch of knowledge in the Humanities and Social
Twelve courses must be completed to meet the Sciences. Beyond the intrinsic value of historical
General Education requirements to graduate with a study, a BA in History prepares students for graduate
Bachelor of Arts - English (Honours). studies in History and/or careers in areas such as
teaching, law, archival studies, international affairs,
1. Four courses will be taken at the journalism, and public administration.
thematic clusters. Mount Royal's BA in History aims to provide students
2. Three courses will be taken at the second with the following competencies:
thematic clusters. One of these courses must 1. foundational knowledge in history;
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy 2. the ability to locate, read and understand
cluster. primary and secondary historical sources;
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, 3. an understanding of historical reasoning and
selected from at least two of the thematic analysis;
clusters 4. a critical understanding of the nature and
diversity of past political, economic, social
and cultural institutions;
Elective Requirements 5. an awareness of the importance of historical
context and its relevance to understanding
8 Elective Courses the contemporary world;
6. the ability to formulate and present, both
orally and in writing, cogent interpretations of
Notes the past.
*Any Language/Linguistic course includes all courses

with the prefixes CHIN, FREN, GERM, ITAL, JPNS,
Admission
SPAN, LING, and ENGL 3306, with the exception of
CHIN 2217, FREN 2250, JPNS 2209, SPAN 2219,
and SPAN 2220.
General Admission
**FILM 3345 can also be used to complete this Requirements
requirement, as well as any course at the 3000-level
or higher with the prefix CRWT and ENGL. All students must meet the general admission
***FILM 2251, ENGL 3345, or any course with the indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
prefix CRWT and ENGL can be used to complete this
requirement, with the exception of ENGL 1101/GNED
1401 and ENGL 0212. Additional Admission
Requirements
History, BA
In addition to meeting the general admission
• Admission requirements indicated in the Admission section of
• Curriculum
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the well as any program level admission
following criteria for each Major. requirements.
Academic Course basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
Requirements early admission period. Any unfilled designated seats
with the specified minimum grades are required for See general admission requirements in the
admission into the Bachelor of Arts program: Admission section of this calendar for further
information.
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%

Declaration of Major
Students must declare their major field of study within
language
Major: Psychology
Double Majors
Double majors must be chosen within the six majors
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts and include:
Although conditional admission may be granted in • 10-12 general education courses, of which
advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, four can fulfill the requirements of the double
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum major.
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts • All core courses specified for each major (a
have been received by the University. Applicants who minimum of 32 courses).
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will • All core requirements for each major must be
be denied admission. satisfied in a manner approved by the
• Courses that satisfy an elective requirement
Indigenous Student can be used to satisfy the program
Admission requirements for a double major.
Each year, 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of Arts Curriculum

considered for admission under the Indigenous Program Structure - History
• self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on Total number of three-credit 40 courses

the Application for Admission; courses (or equivalent) minimum
Applicant; and Required courses in History 2 courses
• meet the minimum admission requirements
Additional required History courses 16 courses • HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations:
1497-1877
Elective courses 12 courses Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the
General Education Courses 10 courses • HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience:
Context
16 courses • HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada:
maximum Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
Nationhood in Northern North America
Maximum number of courses • HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin
outside of the Faculty of Arts, America
and/or the
8 courses
Electives
General Education courses
• 12 Electives courses
24 courses level course to complete an elective requirement,
maximum including Bachelor of Arts- History courses that are
not already fulfilling a major requirement. Students
Grade Point Average (GPA) to 2.00 should be aware that no more than 24 courses within
graduate minimum one discipline will be counted towards their degree
HIST).
Required Courses General Education Requirements

All students must meet the general graduation Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, in addition to Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
the graduation requirements for the History major. of Arts - History.
• HIST 1100 - Introduction to History 1. Four courses will be taken at the

• Three additional HIST courses at the 1000- thematic clusters.
level 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• HIST 2202 - The Historian's Craft thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• Eight additional HIST classes at the 2000 cluster.
level or higher* 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• Four HIST classes at the 4000 level or clusters.
higher
*CNST 2233, HUMN 2219, and HUM 2221 may also be used to complete Graduation Requirements
this requirement.
Indigenization Requirement Eligibility To Graduate

To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal
Any INST designated course or one of the following
courses: program, a student must have been officially admitted
into the program and must normally complete at least Before applying for Honours, students must also have
25% of the graduation requirements as a student declared a major in the Honours discipline. Students
within the program, except where written approval has may apply for entrance into Honours between March
been given by the dean/director of the 1 and May 1 of the academic year in which they have
faculty/centre/school. successfully completed twenty courses.
Departments/disciplines in which Honours streams
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed are housed will meet to decide on who will be
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must accepted into the Honours stream, based on the
be completed at the University, except where written number of applications received and the qualifications
approval has been given by the dean/director of the of the students who have applied. A student who has
appropriate faculty/centre/school. graduated with a Bachelor of Arts may not apply to
enter Honours in the same discipline in which they
Application for Honours
after receiving a Bachelor of
Program Continuance
may not apply to enter Honours in the same discipline Students accepted into the Honours BA must maintain
in which he or she has received the Bachelor of Arts a term GPA of 3.00 in each semester. Subject to
degree. review by the Chair, students who fail to maintain a
term GPA of 3.00, will lose their place in the Honours
Time Limitation reapply for Honours and may do so only with the
permission of the Chair of their Honours discipline.
All graduation requirements for the BA degree Students permitted to reapply must follow the
program must be completed within eight years of procedures for acceptance into the Honours stream,
initial admission to and enrolment in the program. The as mentioned above.
prior learning of all students entering baccalaureate
There is no guarantee that a student will be re-
programs will be fully assessed at the point of
admitted into the Honours stream. Students
admission for possible advanced standing or transfer
completing the Honours steam who have failed to
degree shall receive a BA major degree upon
graduation.
History, BA (Honours) Curriculum
Acceptance Criteria All students must meet the general graduation

requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours). In
addition, History Honours students must achieve a
Students may apply to the appropriate department for minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last eight History courses
acceptance into the Honours stream upon the completed in the program and must meet the
successful completion of twenty courses in the following graduation requirements.
Bachelor of Arts program. Acceptance into the
Honours stream is competitive meaning students with • HIST 1100 - Introduction to History
higher GPA's will be considered first. Students must • HIST 2202 - The Historian's Craft
present a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 in • Three additional HIST classes at the 1000-
the last 10 courses completed and identify a research level
focus that is compatible with the available faculty for
• HIST 5110 - Honours Project I
mentorship within the department.
• HIST 5120 - Honours Project II General Education Requirements
• Eight additional HIST classes at the 2000-
level or higher**
• Four HIST classes at the 4000-level or Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
higher of Arts - History (Honours).
• 10 General Education courses
• 10 Electives courses*** 1. Four courses will be taken at the
* Students are strongly advised to select a topic for their Honours foundational level: one from each of the
Project from subject areas in which they have taken a minimum of thematic clusters.
four courses, at least one at the 4000-level. 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
** CNST 2233, HUMN 2219, and HUM 2221 may also be used to thematic clusters. One of these courses must
complete this requirement. be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
cluster.
*** Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university-level 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
course to complete an elective requirement, including HIST courses selected from at least two of the thematic
that are not already fulfilling a major requirement. Students should clusters.
be aware that no more than 24 courses within one discipline will be
counted towards their degree (e.g. no more than 24 courses with
the course prefix HIST).
Policy Studies, BA
Indigenization Requirement • Admission

• Curriculum
Any INST designated course or one of the following
courses: The Policy Studies major in the Bachelor of Arts four
year program is designed to provide students with a
• HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations: solid academic foundation in policy theory, political
1497-1877 science, and economics, as well as a semester of
work experience. With these two key components,
this degree will prepare graduates to embark on
further study and/or challenging policy careers in the
public, private, and non-profit sectors.
Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in With the Bachelor of Arts, Major in Policy Studies,
Context Mount Royal joins a small number of universities in
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: Canada that offer policy studies at the undergraduate
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous level. The Department of Economics, Justice and
Nationhood in Northern North America Policy Studies at Mount Royal encompasses the
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin disciplines of economics and political science in
America addition to policy studies. Consequently, it was able to
build an integrated curriculum with a much better
balance between economics and political science
Electives than is usually found. Students who graduate from the
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Policy Studies program will
• Eight Electives courses have the theoretical background and practical skills -
Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university- quantitative, computer analysis, writing and
level course to complete an elective requirement, presentation - to understand the evolving relationships
including HIST courses that are not already fulfilling a between business, governments, non-governmental
major requirement. Students should be aware that no organizations and interest groups, (policy
more than 24 courses within one discipline will be communities). Graduates will be able to apply their
counted towards their degree (e.g. no more than 24 skills to research, develop and evaluate policy
courses with the course prefix HIST). proposals and will be qualified for positions such as
management and communications assistants,
planning and coordination officers and policy and The following specific courses (or their equivalencies)
economic analysts in private, public and not-for-profit with the specified minimum grades are required for
sectors. admission into the Bachelor of Arts program:
Students will have the opportunity to put theory into Majors: Anthropology, English, History and Sociology
practice with a semester-long paid Internship, which is
normally taken during the third year of the degree
program. Given the increased demand for policy
professionals in Alberta and indeed throughout
language
Canada, Mount Royal's innovative BA in Policy
Studies makes an exceptionally relevant fit with
Major: Psychology
today's economic, social and political challenges.
Graduates of this degree program not only are keenly
aware of the challenges our economy and society • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
face; they also possess the knowledge to help • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%
address these challenges.
The six principal Policy Studies degree outcomes are
as follows:
1. Comprehending policy contexts, • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%
2. Applying analytical and research skills, Although conditional admission may be granted in
3. Behaving professionally, advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
4. Utilizing policy expertise, confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
5. Communicating effectively, and grades will take place after all final/official transcripts
6. Applying theory. have been received by the University. Applicants who
be denied admission.
Admission
Indigenous Student
General Admission
Admission
Requirements
All students must meet the general admission program will be reserved for Indigenous applicants
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as through an Indigenous admission target. To be
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. considered for admission under the Indigenous
Additional Admission • self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on

Requirements • meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant; and
In addition to meeting the general admission • meet the minimum admission requirements
requirements indicated in the Admission section of as indicated in the general admission
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the requirements for Mount Royal University as
following criteria for each Major. well as any program level admission
requirements.
Academic Course will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive
Requirements basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
early admission period. Any unfilled designated seats
16 courses
Admission section of this calendar for further First-year course limit (1000 level)
maximum
information.

Declaration of Major outside of the Faculty of Arts,
and/or the
8 courses
Students must declare their major field of study within Faculty of Science and
one year (ten courses) of enrolling in the program. Technology, and/or designated as
Students who have decided on their major are General Education courses
24 courses
maximum
Double Majors
Double majors must be chosen within the six majors graduate minimum

four can fulfill the requirements of the double Required Courses
major.
• All core courses specified for each major (a All students must meet the general graduation
minimum of 32 courses). requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, in addition to
• All core requirements for each major must be the graduation requirements for the Policy Studies
satisfied in a manner approved by the major.
• Courses that satisfy an elective requirement • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
can be used to satisfy the program • ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
requirements for a double major. • ECON 2213 - Intermediate Economic Theory
Macroeconomics I
Curriculum • ECON 2244 - Managerial Economics or

• ECON 2211 - Intermediate Economic Theory
Program Structure - Policy - Microeconomics I
Studies • ECON 2255 - Economics of the Public

Sector
• PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government
Total number of three-credit 40 courses and Politics
• PLSC 2231 - The Canadian State
• PLSC 2259 - Comparative Government and
Required courses in Policy Studies 24 courses Politics
• PLSC 2287 - Introduction to International
Relations
Additional required Policy Studies
1 course • POST 2201 - Introduction to Public Policy
courses
• POST 2208 - Qualitative Research Methods
• POST 2209 - Methodology and Statistics
Elective courses 5 courses
• POST 3303 - Federalism
• POST 3305 - Interest Groups and Group
General Education Courses 10 courses Behaviour
• POST 3030 - Internship
• POST 4421 - International Economic Policy 1. Four courses will be taken at the
• POST 4431 - Managing and Implementing foundational level: one from each of the
Public Policy thematic clusters.
• POST 4443 - Survey of Public and Private
Law Principles
thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• POST 5010 - Selected Topics in Policy
Studies
cluster.
• POST 5020 - Integrative Professional 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Practice selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
Indigenization Requirement
1497-1877
• HIST 2234 - The Canadian State and Eligibility To Graduate
Truth and Reconciliation Commission To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal
• HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience: program, a student must have been officially admitted
Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in into the program and must normally complete at least
Context 25% of the graduation requirements as a student
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: within the program, except where written approval has
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous been given by the dean/director of the
Nationhood in Northern North America faculty/centre/school.
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous
Studies: the Canadian Context Normally, 50% of the academic work completed
Note approval has been given by the dean/director of the
appropriate faculty/centre/school.
Policy Studies Major students must obtain a minimum
grade of C (2.00) in all core courses. In addition, the internship component of the Policy
Studies BA Major must normally be completed as a
student of Mount Royal.
Electives
• Five elective courses. Application for Honours

including Bachelor of Arts - Policy Studies courses Arts in the same discipline.
that are not already fulfilling a major requirement.
Students should be aware that no more than 24
courses within one discipline will be counted towards A student who has graduated with a Bachelor of Arts
their degree (e.g., no more than 24 courses with the may not apply to enter Honours in the same discipline
course prefix POST). in which he or she has received the Bachelor of Arts
degree.

Time Limitation
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor All graduation requirements for the BA degree
of Arts - Policy Studies. program must be completed within eight years of
programs will be fully assessed at the point of There is no guarantee that a student will be re-
admission for possible advanced standing or transfer admitted into the Honours stream. Students
credit. Applicable credit for prior learning which is completing the Honours steam who have failed to
recognized at the point of entry into the program will satisfy all the requirements for an Honours degree but
remain valid for the same time limit (eight years) as is who have satisfied all requirements for a BA major
permitted to complete the program. degree shall receive a BA major degree upon
graduation.
Policy Studies, BA
Curriculum
(Honours)
Program Structure - Policy
Acceptance Criteria Studies
acceptance into the Honours stream upon successful Total number of three-credit 40 courses
completion of twenty courses in the Bachelor of Arts courses (or equivalent) minimum
program. Acceptance into the Honours stream is
competitive meaning students with higher GPAs
will be considered first. Students must present a Required courses in Policy Studies 24 courses
minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 in the last 10
courses completed and identify a research focus that Additional required Policy Studies
is compatible with the available faculty for mentorship 1 course
courses
within the department.
Before applying for Honours, students must also have Elective courses 5 courses
General Education Courses 10 courses
successfully completed twenty courses.
Departments/disciplines in which Honours streams 16 courses
are housed will meet to decide on who will be maximum
accepted into the Honours stream, based on the
number of applications received and the qualifications
of the students who have applied. A student who has Maximum number of courses
graduated with a Bachelor of Arts may not apply to outside of the Faculty of Arts,
enter Honours in the same discipline in which they and/or the
8 courses
received the Bachelor of Arts degree. Faculty of Science and
Continuance Requirements
24 courses
Students accepted into the Honours BA must maintain maximum
a term GPA of 3.00 in each semester. Subject to
term GPA of 3.00, will lose their place in the Honours Grade Point Average (GPA) to 2.00
stream. Students will normally not be permitted to graduate minimum
reapply for Honours and may do so only with the
permission of the Chair of their Honours discipline. • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
Students permitted to reapply must follow the • ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
procedures for acceptance into the Honours stream,
as mentioned above.
Macroeconomics I
- Microeconomics I or
• ECON 2244 - Managerial Economics
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
of Arts - Policy Studies (Honours).
• ECON 2255 - Economics of the Public
Sector 1. Four courses will be taken at the
• PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government foundational level: one from each of the
and Politics thematic clusters.
• PLSC 2231 - The Canadian State 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• PLSC 2259 - Comparative Government and tier: no more than one from each of the
Politics thematic clusters. One of these courses must
cluster.
Relations
• POST 2201 - Introduction to Public Policy
• POST 2208 - Qualitative Research Methods clusters.
• POST 2209 - Methodology and Statistics Interested students should consult the Policy Studies
• POST 3030 - Internship Department's website for more detailed information
• POST 3303 - Federalism about the Policy Studies Honours stream.
• POST 3305 - Interest Groups and Group
Behaviour Graduation Requirements - Major
• POST 4421 - International Economic Policy
• POST 4431 - Managing and Implementing
in Policy Studies (Honours)
Public Policy
• POST 4443 - Survey of Public and Private All students must meet the general graduation
Law Principles requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours), in
• POST 5010 - Selected Topics in Policy addition to the graduation requirements for the Policy
Studies (honours) major.
Studies
• POST 5020 - Integrative Professional 1. A minimum grade of 3.00 (B) is required for
Practice all courses in the major with the subject code
• POST 5120 - Honours Thesis POST. Students who fail to maintain this
minimum will lose their place in the Policy
One of Studies Honours program.
2. Policy Studies Honours students must fulfill
all General Education requirements as
• HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations: specified for the Bachelor of Arts - Policy
1497-1877 Studies degree.
• HIST 2234 - The Canadian State and 3. Policy Studies Honours students will
Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the complete four electives for graduation,
Truth and Reconciliation Commission instead of the five required for the Policy
• HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience: Studies Major.
Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in 4. Students must produce an Honours thesis,
Context the content of which must be approved by
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous the Policy Studies Honours Advisor and the
Studies: the Canadian Context Chair of the Department of Economics,
Justice and Policy Studies.
5. The POST 5120 - Honours Thesis will be
Electives completed during the student's last semester
in the program. Complete information for the
• Four elective courses. Honours Thesis program is provided by the
department in the Policy Studies Honours
Information Handbook, available at the current, and will apply their
General Office of the Department of understanding of these
Economics, Justice and Policy Studies (EA perspectives in a variety of content
3039). areas.
c. Students will acquire the ability to
locate, read and understand
Psychology, BA primary and secondary sources in
Psychology, and will be able to
• Admission communicate with others, both
orally and in writing, in the language
• Curriculum
of the discipline.
2. Research Methods in Psychology
The Mount Royal BA in Psychology is designed to
Students will understand and apply basic
provide students with a broad base of knowledge in
research methods in psychology, including
the key areas of the discipline by requiring courses in
research design, data analysis, and
six core areas. It will also provide an understanding of
interpretation. This goal will be achieved
research processes, the scientific method, and
through two required courses in statistics
statistical analysis through specific courses in these
and one in research methods, through
areas as well as in senior courses that cover this
optional senior statistics and research
material as it relates to specific topics. Students will
methods courses, through participation in
also have the opportunity to choose from courses that
research projects, and through assignments
will enable them to focus on a particular area within
in senior content courses. Students will also
the Psychology discipline. The knowledge, skills, and
demonstrate the ability to design appropriate
abilities acquired in the BA program can lead students
research strategies and will demonstrate
to a variety of career opportunities or to further study
proficiency in data analysis in assessing
in Psychology and related fields.
research results. Students in the Honours
program will be expected to achieve a higher
It is recommended that students who meet the
level of understanding through participation
qualifications and who intend to pursue graduate
study consider applying to the Honours BA in in senior statistics and research methods
Psychology. courses.
3. Thinking Skills in Psychology
Specific targeted outcomes for the graduates of the Students will apply critical and creative
program include the following: thinking as well as problem-solving skills to
research questions and issues related to
1. Knowledge of Psychology behavioural and mental processes. They will
a. Students will acquire foundational develop the ability to recognize and critically
knowledge in the core areas of examine the assumptions informing
Psychology and in those areas in Psychology and to assess the credibility and
which they choose to focus. This validity of the information. Students will have
outcome will be achieved through opportunities to apply psychological
courses at the introductory and principles to personal, social, and other real-
senior levels that cover the basic life issues.
concepts, perspectives, and 4. Ethics, Values, and Diversity in Psychology
research findings from the main Students will learn to tolerate ambiguity in
topic areas in Psychology. The core psychological explanations, to understand
required areas include the necessity for ethical guidelines in
developmental Psychology, Psychology and act accordingly, and to
cognitive Psychology, Social develop appropriate objectivity and open-
Psychology, theories of personality, mindedness. They will appreciate and
abnormal behaviour, and biological respect multicultural and interpersonal
Psychology. diversity.
b. Students will develop an
understanding of major theoretical
perspectives, both historical and
Admission
General Admission Indigenous Student
Requirements Admission
Additional Admission
Requirements the Application for Admission;
In addition to meeting the general admission Applicant; and
requirements indicated in the Admission section of • meet the minimum admission requirements
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the as indicated in the general admission
following criteria for each Major. requirements for Mount Royal University as
requirements.
Academic Course Designated seats for this special consideration target
Requirements basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
The following specific courses (or their equivalencies) will be released on June 15 to students applying
with the specified minimum grades are required for under the general admission requirements.
admission into the Bachelor of Arts program:
Majors: Anthropology, English, History and Sociology Admission section of this calendar for further
information.
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 or a 30-level Declaration of Major
language
Major: Psychology
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% advised to declare it as soon as possible to facilitate
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60% proper course selection and access to core courses.

Double Majors
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60% Double majors must be chosen within the six majors
Although conditional admission may be granted in offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts and include:
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum • 10-12 general education courses, of which
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts four can fulfill the requirements of the double
have been received by the University. Applicants who major.
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will • All core courses are specified for each major
be denied admission. (a minimum of 32 courses).
• All core requirements for each major must be
can be used to satisfy the program
Program Structure -
requirements for a double major. Psychology
Graduation Requirements Total number of three-credit 40 courses
Eligibility To Graduate
Required courses in Psychology 11 courses
To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal
program, a student must have been officially admitted
Additional required courses 6 courses
into the program and must normally complete at least
within the program, except where written approval has Elective courses 13 courses
been given by the dean/director of the
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must 16 courses
be completed at the University, except where written First-year course limit (1000 level)
maximum
appropriate faculty/centre/school.
Application for Honours and/or the
8 courses
after receiving a Bachelor of Faculty of Science and
Arts in the same discipline. General Education courses
A student who has graduated with a Bachelor of Arts 24 courses

may not apply to enter Honours in the same discipline maximum
degree.
graduate minimum
Time Limitation
All graduation requirements for the BA degree Required Courses
program must be completed within eight years of
All students must meet the general graduation
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, in addition to
programs will be fully assessed at the point of
the graduation requirements for the Psychology
admission for possible advanced standing or transfer
major.
• PSYC 1103 - Introduction to Psychology I:
Natural Science
• PSYC 1104 - Introduction to Psychology II:
Social Science
Curriculum • PSYC 2210 - Statistical Methods for
Psychology I
• PSYC 2211 - Statistical Methods for
Psychology II
• PSYC 2213 - Research Methods I • Another Indigenous course offered in the
• PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development Faculty of Arts on Approval by the
• PSYC 2245 - Social Psychology Department of Psychology
• PSYC 2265 - Cognitive Psychology
• PSYC 2275 - Foundations in Biopsychology Note
• PSYC 2283 - Personality
• PSYC 2285 - Psychopathology Psychology Major students must obtain a minimum
• Two PSYC classes at the 3000 level or grade of C (2. 00) in all core courses with the prefix
higher PSYC. This does not include general education or
elective courses.
• Two PSYC classes at the 4000 level or
higher
• One additional PSYC class at any level Electives
Additional Course • 13 elective courses

Choose one additional course from the following list:
including Bachelor of Arts - Psychology courses that
• ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal are not already fulfilling a major requirement. Students
Issues in Canada should be aware that no more than 24 courses within
one discipline will be counted towards their degree
• ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
Coast
PSYC).
• ANTH 3319 - Ethnography of the Great General Education Requirements
Plains
• ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
Canada Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
• ENGL 3353 - North American Indigenous of Arts - Psychology.
Literatures
• FILM 2231 - Indigenous Film
• HIST 2215 - History of the People of the thematic clusters.
Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations: tier: no more than one from each of the
1497-1877 thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• HIST 2234 - The Canadian State and be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the cluster.
Truth and Reconciliation Commission 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: selected from at least two of the thematic
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous clusters.
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin
America
Psychology, BA (Honours)
•
Studies: the Canadian Context
INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous
Acceptance
Studies: International Perspectives Requirements
• PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology
• SLGY 2250 - The Sociology of Indigenous
The Psychology Honours stream is highly competitive
Peoples
and is intended to provide advanced preparation in
research to exceptional students who are interested in • PSYC 1103 - Introduction to Psychology I:
pursuing graduate programs. The core BA in Natural Science
Psychology program requirements is augmented with • PSYC 1104 - Introduction to Psychology II:
additional work in specific subject areas such as the Social Science
history of Psychology, completing advanced courses
in statistics and research methods, taking part in
Psychology I
Honours seminars and completing an Honours thesis
requiring original research.
Psychology II
To apply for admission to the BA Psychology • PSYC 2213 - Research Methods I
Honours stream the Department of Psychology • PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development
requires that students have: • PSYC 2245 - Social Psychology
• PSYC 2265 - Cognitive Psychology
1. Completed PSYC 4412 - Advanced • PSYC 2275 - Foundations in Biopsychology
Statistical Methods for Psychology -
• PSYC 2283 - Personality
minimum B grade.
2. Completed PSYC 4413 - Research Methods
• PSYC 2285 - Psychopathology
II - minimum B grade. • PSYC 3305 - History of Psychological
3. A minimum average GPA of 3.5 across all Thought
2000, 3000 and 4000 level psychology • PSYC 4412 - Advanced Statistical Methods
courses, or permission of the Department of for Psychology
Psychology Honours Committee. • PSYC 4413 - Research Methods II
Note: Meeting the minimum requirements for • PSYC 5110 - Honours Seminar I
admission to the Honours in Psychology stream • PSYC 5120 - Honours Seminar II
does not guarantee admission to the program.
• One PSYC class at the 3000-level or higher
Application to the Honours in Psychology stream
is done via the Psychology Department. Interested
• Two PSYC classes at the 4000 -level or
higher
students should consult the Psychology
Department's website for more detailed • One additional PSYC class at any level
information about the Psychology Honours
stream. Additional Course
Program Continuance One additional course from the following list.
• ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal

Students accepted into the Honours in Psychology Issues in Canada
stream must maintain a minimum average GPA of 3.5 • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
in their 2000, 3000 and 4000-level Psychology Coast
courses. To continue in the Honours in Psychology
stream a student must conduct a major research
project under the direction of a qualified psychology
supervisor. Qualified supervisors include full-time
Plains
tenured, tenure-track and fixed-term faculty members
in the Department of Psychology at Mount Royal • ENGL 2253 - Indigenous Literatures in
University. Canada
Literatures
Curriculum • FILM 2231 - Indigenous Film
All students must meet the general graduation Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours), in • HIST 2221 - Indigenous Settler Relations:
addition to the graduation requirements for the 1497-1877
Psychology (honours) major.
• HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience: 1. Four courses will be taken at the
Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in foundational level: one from each of the
Context thematic clusters.
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous tier: no more than one from each of the
Nationhood in Northern North America thematic clusters. One of these courses must
cluster.
America
clusters.
• INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous Interested students should consult the Psychology
Studies: International Perspectives Department's website for more detailed information
• PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology about the Psychology Honours stream.
• SLGY 2250 - The Sociology of Indigenous
Peoples
• Another Indigenous course offered in the Sociology, BA
Faculty of Arts on Approval by the
Department of Psychology • Admission
• Curriculum
Note • Graduation Requirements
The Major in Sociology is designed to expand
Psychology (Honours) Major students must obtain a students' sociological imaginations by challenging
minimum grade of C ( 2.00) in all core courses with them to think critically about the ways in which society
the prefix PSYC. This does not include general is created, maintained, and changed. Through
education or elective courses. While enrolled in PSYC courses that explore the historical, philosophical, and
5110 and PSYC 5120, students are required to theoretical development of the discipline, students will
conduct a research project under faculty supervision be exposed to the conceptual and methodological
and to write a thesis. Students must present their tools required to conduct critical and reasoned
research results at a Psychology Department analyses of all areas of social life from small-scale
undergraduate conference that is held concurrently micro-level social interaction to large-scale macro-
with PSYC 5120. level social institutions. Sociology at Mount Royal
focuses on the study of social power and inequality,
exposing the ways in which interlocking systems of
Electives domination shape and define the individual and the
collective social condition and on strategies of social
• 9 Elective courses resistance to that domination. Apart from the intrinsic
value of learning to think critically about the taken-for-
granted world, a BA in Sociology helps prepare
students for graduate school and/or a wide range of
including PSYC courses that are not already fulfilling
careers in areas such as independent research, social
a major requirement. Students should be aware that
services, community advocacy, and teaching.
no more than 24 courses within one discipline will be
counted towards their degree (e.g. no more than 24
Mount Royal's BA in Sociology aims to provide
courses with the course prefix PSYC).
students with the following competencies:
General Education Requirements 1. Sociological imagination and an intimate

familiarity with core Sociology concepts in
order to examine critically the taken-for-
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General granted world.
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor 2. The ability to locate, read and critically
of Arts - Psychology (Honours).
analyze primary and secondary sociological
sources (theoretical and empirical).
3. Knowledge of the use of social theory in • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
Sociology and a familiarity with the central • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%
sociological perspectives.
4. An understanding of all of the components of Major: Policy Studies
the research process both qualitative and
quantitative.
5. An understanding of how social life is
structured by inequality and shaped by • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%
factors such as social class, gender, Although conditional admission may be granted in
race/ethnicity, sexuality, and subcultural advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
membership. confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
6. An understanding of the interaction between grades will take place after all final/official transcripts
individuals, and historical, cultural, and social have been received by the University. Applicants who
forces. do not meet these minimum grade requirements will
Admission
Indigenous Student
General Admission Admission
Requirements Each year, 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of Arts

Additional Admission the Application for Admission;
Requirements Applicant; and
• meet the minimum admission requirements
In addition to meeting the general admission as indicated in the general admission
requirements indicated in the Admission section of requirements for Mount Royal University as
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the well as any program level admission
following criteria for each Major. requirements.
Academic Course basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
Requirements will be released on June 15 to students applying
with the specified minimum grades are required for See general admission requirements in the
admission into the Bachelor of Arts program: Admission section of this calendar for further
information.
Declaration of Major
language
Major: Psychology
proper course selection and access to core courses. General Education courses
Double Majors 24 courses

maximum
Double majors must be chosen within the six majors
graduate minimum
four can fulfill the requirements of the double
major.
• All core courses specified for each major (a Required Courses
minimum of 32 courses).
• All core requirements for each major must be All students must meet the general graduation
satisfied in a manner approved by the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, in addition to
Associate Dean, Curriculum and Policy the graduation requirements for the Sociology major.
can be used to satisfy the program • SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology
requirements for a double major. • SLGY 2131 - Classical Sociological Theory
• SLGY 2232 - Introduction to Sociological
Curriculum Research Methods
• SLGY 3321 - Quantitative Methods
• SLGY 3323 - Qualitative Research Methods
Program Structure - • SLGY 3333 - Contemporary Social Theory
Sociology • Two SLGY classes at the 2000 level
• Three SLGY classes at the 3000 level or
higher
Total number of three-credit 40 courses • Two SLGY classes at the 4000 level
courses (or equivalent) minimum • One additional SLGY class at the 2000 level
or higher
Required courses in Sociology 6 courses • One additional SLGY class at any level
Additional required Sociology 10-14

One of
courses courses
• SLGY 2233 - Sociology of Gender
• SLGY 2265 - Social Stratification and
10-14
Elective courses Inequality
courses
• SLGY 2275 - Theories of "Race" and
Ethnicity
Electives
16 courses
maximum 14 Elective courses

outside of the Faculty of Arts, 8 courses
including SLGY courses that are not already fulfilling a
and/or the
major requirement. Students should be aware that no
more than 24 courses within one discipline will be
courses with the course prefix SLGY).
Time Limitation
All graduation requirements for the BA degree
General Education Requirements program must be completed within eight years of
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General prior learning of all students entering baccalaureate
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor programs will be fully assessed at the point of
of Arts - Sociology. admission for possible advanced standing or transfer
1. Four courses will be taken at the recognized at the point of entry into the program will
foundational level: one from each of the remain valid for the same time limit (eight years) as is
thematic clusters. permitted to complete the program.
thematic clusters. One of these courses must Sociology, BA (Honours)
cluster.
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, Acceptance Criteria
clusters.
acceptance into the Honours stream upon the
Graduation Requirements successful completion of twenty courses in the
Bachelor of Arts program. Acceptance into the
Honours stream is competitive meaning students with
Eligibility To Graduate higher GPA's will be considered first. Students must
present a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.30 in
To be eligible to graduate from a Mount Royal the last 10 courses completed and identify a research
program, a student must have been officially admitted focus that is compatible with the available faculty for
into the program and must normally complete at least mentorship within the department.
Before applying for Honours, students must also have
within the program, except where written approval has
been given by the dean/director of the
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed successfully completed twenty courses.
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must Departments/disciplines in which Honours streams
be completed at the University, except where written are housed will meet to decide on who will be
approval has been given by the dean/director of the accepted into the Honours stream, based on the
appropriate faculty/centre/school. number of applications received and the qualifications
of the students who have applied. A student who has
Application for Honours enter Honours in the same discipline in which they
Arts in the same discipline. Program Continuance
Students accepted into the Honours BA must maintain
a term GPA of 3.30 in each semester. Subject to
degree.
term GPA of 3.30, will lose their place in the Honours
reapply for Honours and may do so only with the
permission of the Chair of their Honours discipline. Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
Students permitted to reapply must follow the Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
procedures for acceptance into the Honours stream, of Arts - Sociology (Honours).
as mentioned above.
There is no guarantee that a student will be re- foundational level: one from each of the
admitted into the Honours stream. Students thematic clusters.
completing the Honours steam who have failed to 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
satisfy all the requirements for an Honours degree but tier: no more than one from each of the
who have satisfied all requirements for a BA major thematic clusters. One of these courses must
degree shall receive a BA major degree upon be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
graduation. cluster.
Curriculum clusters.
All students must meet the general graduation

requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (honours), in Bachelor of Arts-Criminal
addition to the graduation requirements for the Justice
Sociology (honours) major.
• SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology Criminal Justice, BA-CJ

• SLGY 2131 - Classical Sociological Theory
• SLGY 2232 - Introduction to Sociological
• Admission
Research Methods
• Curriculum
• SLGY 3321 - Quantitative Methods
• SLGY 3323 - Qualitative Research Methods
• SLGY 3333 - Contemporary Social Theory General Information
• SLGY 5110 - Honours Research I
• SLGY 5120 - Honours Research II
The Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice is a four-year
• Three SLGY classes at the 2000 level baccalaureate degree program. The curriculum for the
• Three SLGY classes at the 3000 level or degree educates students in six program areas
higher including, Foundations in Justice Studies, Human
• Two SLGY classes at the 4000 level Relations, Human Justice, Criminological Literacy,
• Three additional SLGY class at the 2000 Experiential Learning, and General Education. This
level or higher program provides professional preparation for
• One additional SLGY class at any level students wishing to pursue careers such as Law
Enforcement, Canadian Border Services, Immigration
Canada, Federal, Provincial and Community
Electives Corrections and Probation/Parole. As well, the
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice will prepare
10 Elective courses students for a range of justice-related careers outside
of law enforcement and corrections. The Honours
Students are eligible to choose any 3-credit university- stream in the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice is
level course to complete an elective requirement, unique in Alberta. Students in the Honours stream will
including SLGY courses that are not already fulfilling a develop enhanced knowledge and skills that are
major requirement. Students should be aware that no particularly suited for preparation to apply for graduate
more than 24 courses within one discipline will be study in criminology/criminal justice and law school.
courses with the course prefix SLGY).
Police Information Check
In order to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts - Criminal this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
Justice degree, students may complete a practicum following criteria:
course in a justice-related agency. In some cases,
agencies may require students to provide proof of a
police information check prior to commencing the Academic Course
course. All costs related to the police information
check are the responsibility of the student. Refer to
Requirements
the statement regarding police information and other
background checks in this calendar. The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
the specified minimum grades are required for
admission into the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Program Continuance program:
Students accepted into the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
Justice degree program must comply with all • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2
University policies and regulations relating to Bachelor Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
of Arts degrees and continuance. advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
Opportunities for Further have been received by the University. Applicants who
Study be denied admission.
The Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice degree, and

the Honours stream, do not guarantee either eligibility Indigenous Student
for, or admission into, graduate studies or law school.
Graduates must meet the individual universities'
Admission
admission requirements in a competitive process.
However, past graduates of Mount Royal's justice- Each year 10% of the seats in the Bachelor of Arts -
related undergraduate degree have earned admission Criminal Justice program will be reserved for
into several justice-related Master of Arts degrees and Indigenous applicants through an Indigenous
law schools across Canada. Students considering admission target.
graduate school or law school are encouraged to
investigate their postgraduate educational plans with To be considered for admission under the Indigenous
an academic advisor at the institution in which they admission target, the applicant must:
are seeking to enrol.
a. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
the Application for Admission
General Admission b. meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant
Requirements c. meet the minimum admission requirements
as indicated in the General Admission
All students must meet the general admission well as any program level admission
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as requirements
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. Designated seats for this special consideration target
Additional Admission basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
Early Admission period. Any unfilled designated seats
Requirements will be released on June 15 to students applying
In addition to meeting the general admission See general admission requirements in the
requirements indicated in the Admission section of Admissions section of this calendar for further
information.
credits of other criminal justice option
Curriculum
courses.
The foundation of the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal

Justice degree includes 120 credits. These credits Electives
usually consist of 20 required core courses, 10
General Education courses, and eight Electives, for a 24 credits (usually 8 courses) Electives
total of 38 courses, over four years. A maximum of 72
credits of CRJS prefixed courses can be used
for graduation. General Education Requirements
• CRJS 1001 - Introduction to Criminology Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
System of Arts - Criminal Justice.
• CRJS 1010 - Introduction to Canadian Law
• CRJS 1013 - Diversity Issues and the
Criminal Justice System
thematic clusters.
• CRJS 2002 - Indigenous People and the
Canadian Criminal Justice System
• CRJS 2003 - Young Persons in Conflict with thematic clusters. One of these courses must
the Law be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• CRJS 2005 - Aberrant Behavior cluster.
• CRJS 2013 - Forensic Interviewing 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• CRJS 2015 - Introduction to Research selected from at least two of the thematic
Methods in Justice Studies clusters.
• CRJS 3001 - Quantitative Research Methods
and Data Analysis Practica
• CRJS 3005 - Qualitative Research Methods
• CRJS 3007 - Professional Ethics in Criminal Students in the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Justice must complete a 6-credit capstone practicum in order
• CRJS 3009 - Crisis Intervention Strategies to graduate. There is no practicum requirement in the
• CRJS 3011 - Introduction to Criminal Law Honours stream.
• CRJS 4001 - Canadian Charter Rights and
Civil Liberties A capstone practicum normally occurs in the fourth
• CRJS 4003 - Criminological Theory year of study. Coordinated by the Department's
Practicum Coordinator, students are placed with a
• CRJS 5025 - Criminal Justice Capstone
justice-related agency to gain practical experience
Practicum
and enhance their experiential learning. Traditionally,
practica are unpaid work experiences. Practica
Nine credits from the following involve approximately 2.5 days of full-time work within
an agency, biweekly academic seminars and required
Choose nine credits from the bottom list and/or CRJS- course assignments supervised by a faculty instructor.
prefixed courses (exceptions require department In total, practica involves 280 hours of placement
approval): hours and academic work over the academic term.
Students are required to work with the Department's
• ECON 1170 - Economics of Crime and Practicum Coordinator well in advance of going out on
Criminal Justice a placement and before registering for the practicum
• PLSC 2243 - Law, Politics and the Judicial course.
Process *
* Students who complete PLSC 2243 (6
credits) as a criminal justice option
Criminal Justice, BA-CJ
course are required to complete only 3 (Honours)
acceptance into the Honours stream as part of
General Information acceptance requirements. The application process
generally occurs once the student has successfully
completed 25 courses in the Bachelor of Arts -
The Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (Honours) is a
Criminal Justice degree.
four-year baccalaureate degree program. The
curriculum for the degree educates students in six
Students must also meet the following
program areas including, Foundations in Justice
requirements:
Studies, Human Relations, Human Justice,
Criminological Literacy, Experiential Learning and
• The entry requirement includes a 3.3
General Education. This program provides
cumulative GPA with a GPA of 3.5 in Justice
professional preparation for students wishing to
courses.
pursue careers such as Law Enforcement, Canadian
• Completion of CRJS 3011 and CRJS 3005
Border Services, Immigration Canada, Provincial and
Federal Corrections Officer, as well as a range of • Written sponsorship of a full-time tenured or
justice-related careers outside of law enforcement and tenure-track instructor in the Department of
corrections. The Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Economics, Justice and Policy Studies
(Honours) degree is unique in Alberta. Students in the indicating a willingness to act as the
Honours program will develop enhanced knowledge student's Honours project advisor.
and skills that are particularly suited for preparation to The Honours stream involves a different set of fourth-
apply for graduate study in criminology/criminal justice year courses than those found in the 4th year of study
and law school. in the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice. In place of
completing a 6-credit practicum and one Criminal
Justice Option course, students complete an Honours
Opportunities for Further seminar and a 6-credit Honours research project
(spread over two semesters).
Study
The Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (Honours)
Continuance in the Program
degree does not guarantee either eligibility for, or
admission into, graduate studies or law school. Students accepted into the Bachelor of Art - Criminal
Graduates must meet the individual universities' Justice (Honours) degree program must comply with
admission requirements in a competitive process. all University policies and regulations relating to
However, past graduates of Mount Royal's justice- Bachelor of Arts degree and continuance. In addition,
related undergraduate degree have earned admission students in Criminal Justice (Honours) must maintain
into several justice-related Master of Arts degrees and a GPA of 3.30 for continuance in each semester in the
law schools across Canada. Students considering Honours
graduate school or law school are encouraged to Program. Students accepted into the Bachelor of Art -
investigate their postgraduate educational plans with Criminal Justice (Honours) degree program must
an academic advisor at the institution in which they comply with all University policies and regulations
are seeking to enrol. relating to Bachelor of Arts degree and continuance.
In addition, students in Criminal Justice (Honours)
must maintain a GPA of 3.30 for continuance in each
Acceptance semester in the Honours Program.
Requirements - Honours
Stream
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (Honours) students
Students who are interested in pursuing graduate or must obtain a minimum grade of B (3.30) in three
law school after graduating from Mount Royal should 5000-level courses (CRJS 5001, CRJS 5010 and
consider applying for admission into the Honours CRJS 5020) for graduation with an Honours degree.
stream in the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice. While enrolled in these courses, students must
Students must complete a Department application for complete an honours project and in consolation with
the faculty supervisor, should disseminate the * Students who complete PLSC 2243 (6
findings. credits) as a criminal justice option
course are not required to complete
any other criminal justice option course.
Curriculum
The foundation of the Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Honours Requirements

Justice (Honours) degree 120 credits. These credits
usually consist of 21 required core courses, 10 All of:
General Education courses, and eight Electives, for a
total of 39 courses, over four years. A maximum of 72 • CRJS 5001 - Honours Seminar
credits of CRJS prefixed courses can be used • CRJS 5010 - Honours Research Project I
for graduation. • CRJS 5020 - Honours Research Project II
• CRJS 1001 - Introduction to Criminology

• CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice Electives
System
• CRJS 1010 - Introduction to Canadian Law 24 credits (usually 8 courses) Electives
Criminal Justice System General Education Requirements
• CRJS 2003 - Young Persons in Conflict with
the Law
of Arts - Criminal Justice.
• CRJS 2005 - Aberrant Behavior
• CRJS 2013 - Forensic Interviewing 1. Four courses will be taken at the
• CRJS 2015 - Introduction to Research foundational level: one from each of the
Methods in Justice Studies thematic clusters.
• CRJS 3001 - Quantitative Research Methods 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
and Data Analysis tier: no more than one from each of the
• CRJS 3007 - Professional Ethics in Criminal
cluster.
Justice
• CRJS 3009 - Crisis Intervention Strategies selected from at least two of the thematic
• CRJS 3011 - Introduction to Criminal Law clusters.
• CRJS 4001 - Canadian Charter Rights and
Civil Liberties
• CRJS 4003 - Criminological Theory
Bachelor of Interior Design
Six credits from the following Interior Design, BID

Choose six credits from the bottom list and/or CRJS- • Admission
prefixed courses (exceptions require department • Curriculum
approval):
• ECON 1170 - Economics of Crime and

Criminal Justice
General Information
• PLSC 2243 - Law, Politics and the Judicial
Process * The Bachelor of Interior Design (BID) is a full-time,
four-year baccalaureate degree. This distinctive
integrated program will develop the theoretical and
practical foundation for creative and critical design
thinking skills necessary for working with clients and understanding of content taught in the core
stakeholders in the practice of interior design. areas of study.
Program coursework will develop the background The Bachelor of Interior Design degree is built upon
knowledge and professional skills required to carry the very successful CIDA accredited Bachelor of
out the duties and responsibilities of an interior Applied Interior Design degree delivered at Mount
designer. The BID degree balances the core required Royal since 1996. The BID maintains elements of the
interior design courses with a strong foundation in applied degree such as integrating hand sketching
liberal arts established through ten General Education and drawing with technology to develop solid ideation
courses. Program coursework normally extends over and communication skills. In addition, knowledge and
eight semesters with a required 450-hour industry abilities have been expanded to ensure that students
Internship at the end of the sixth semester. develop a broad range of design related theory,
knowledge, research and skills required in
The Bachelor of Interior Design program consists of professional practice as well as preparing students for
three core areas/streams of study (Design + study at a graduate school level. The BID degree is
Precedent, Systems, Design Tools) and a studio. The designed to meet or exceed the 2014 Professional
core areas establish a foundation in design-related: Standards established by the Council for Interior
knowledge, theory, research, problem-solving, Design Accreditation (CIDA).
collaboration, and professional practice as well as
necessary manual and technological skills. The studio Graduates of the BID degree will be eligible to write
is where students apply the core area knowledge in the National Council for Interior Design Qualification
the term through interactions with faculty and peers (NCIDQ) Interior Design Fundamentals Exam (IDFX).
on project work. The second and final exam for professional
certification is the NCIDQ Interior Design Professional
Design + Precedent Exam (IDPX). This exam can be written upon
successful completion of the Fundamental exam and
• Establishes the theoretical and practical specific practice experience and knowledge this
basis for understanding, researching and normally requires 2-3 years of full-time employment in
designing spaces for people through interior design. Successful completion of these exams
engaged design thinking and process. normally provides the Interior Designer with the
Design Tools professional NCIDQ certification required to become a
Registered Interior Designer through the Interior
• Establishes the oral, manual, technical and Designers of Alberta (IDA) or an Intern Licensed
professional design knowledge, techniques Interior Designer through the Alberta Association of
and skills used to explore, express and Architects (AAA). The NCIDQ certification is required
communicate project work (e.g. sketching, to become Registered Interior Designer in all
drawing, construction documentation, Provincial Interior Design Associations in Canada.
graphics, and business).
Systems Graduates of the Bachelor of Interior Design degree
will be highly qualified for direct employment in a
• Establishes the building systems necessary variety of areas in professional practices (e.g. interior
to construct human environments and design or architectural firms; home builders or
includes topics such as: structural principles; developers; facility management - oil & gas, civic,
fundamental building systems (e.g. healthcare, airport authority; project management;
structures, light, heat, ventilation); building theatre/set design; manufacturer's representative;
codes, by-laws and regulations; sustainable sales, etc.).
design principles; and materials.
Studio Although the Bachelor of Interior Design program is
designed primarily for entry into professional practice,
• Applies the knowledge and skills from the graduates will also be qualified to apply to graduate
core areas of study in the semester. programs for further study. Students of the BID
• Integrates design thinking and making. degree who are interested in advanced study upon
• Explores studio theme/focus (e.g. space + graduation are encouraged to discuss their post-
experience) through a series of projects, graduate education plans with an academic advisor at
students experiment, and practice their Mount Royal or the institution in which they are
seeking enrolment.
Internship be denied admission.
The one zero-credit internship is designed to provide

an extension of the learning process in a relevant Additional Criteria
work environment. This internship is offered in the
spring/summer term at the end of semester six. The Competitively qualified applicants who meet the
internship consists of 450 hours of paid work academic requirements for admission must complete
experience with an employer in an industry-related the department directed portfolio. The portfolio
area. includes:
Given the fluctuating nature of the Calgary labour • hand drawing and composition components
market, opportunities for work experience can be
• in-person discussion of an identified design
located locally, provincially, nationally or
topic
internationally. Students should be prepared to
The directed portfolio submissions are used in
relocate and to receive intern or entry-level
conjunction with the academic requirements to
compensation.
evaluate and determine program admission.
General Admission Admission on the Basis of

Requirements Transfer from a Recognized
School of Interior Design
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. Admittance into the program is determined based on
available seats in the potential transfer year into the
Bachelor of Interior Design program.
Applicants seeking admission on this basis must
Requirements apply through the standard Mount Royal Admissions
process and meet the Mount Royal and BID
In addition to meeting the general admission admission requirements. Qualified applicants who
requirements indicated in the Admission section of have received an Offer of Admission into the interior
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the design program and wish to have previous interior
following criteria: design courses considered for transfer credit should
refer to the timelines associated with the evaluation of
specific courses for the purpose of transfer
Academic Course equivalency/credit. In addition, a portfolio of student
work and course outlines must be provided upon
Requirements confirmation of admission into the program to
determine if there is any equivalency.
The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
the specified minimum grades are required for Interior Design Technology (IDT) diploma graduates
admission into the Bachelor of Interior Design from Alberta IDT programs, are eligible to apply for
program: admission into the BID degree and receive applicable
transfer credit in identified core courses with a
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 65% minimum grade of C+. Admission for IDT graduates is
competitive and will be based on the competitive
admission average for available seats. IDT students
are advised to meet with their institutional Academic
Advisor to review the course Transfer Credit
agreement.
courses plus one (450 hours) Internship with a
Re-admission following an design-related industry employer.
Absence
Year One
All interior design students who have exceeded the
allowable institutional absence as stated in the section • DEST 1101 - Design History
Re-admission Following an Interruption of Program, • INDS 1141 - Studio 1: Space + Experience
regardless of the reason for returning to the program
• INDS 1142 - Design + Precedent 1
after an absence, must follow the standard admission
procedures and timelines for re-admission. In
• INDS 1144 - Design Tools 1
addition, returning students must provide a Letter of • INDS 1241 - Studio 2: Inhabitation
Intent to Continue, identifying the intended semester • INDS 1242 - Design + Precedent 2
of return to the program, to the Chair of the • INDS 1243 - Systems 2
Department of Interior Design on or before February • INDS 1244 - Design Tools 2
1. • General Education requirement, Cluster 1
(recommended), Foundation level
In addition to meeting the institutional requirements
• General Education requirement, Cluster 4,
for re-admission, decisions regarding readmission to
Foundation level, GNED 1401/ENGL 1101,
the BID program are also based on the available
GNED 1403, or GNED 1404
seats in the course/semester requested.
Year Two
Application Deadline:
February 1 • INDS 2141 - Studio 3: Spatial Connectivity
The application for admission and all supporting • INDS 2143 - Systems 3
documents (required for admission assessment) must • INDS 2144 - Design Tools 3
be received by this date. • INDS 2241 - Studio 4: The Collective
Program Continuance • INDS 2243 - Systems 4
• General Education requirement, Cluster 2
All core interior design courses in a term are
(recommended), Foundation level
prerequisites for the core courses in the next term.
Students who do not successfully complete one or • General Education requirement, Cluster 2
more core interior design courses in a semester, with (Art History course recommended), Tier 2
a minimum final grade of "C" (2.00), are unable to
continue to the next semester. The student will need Year Three
to retake and successfully complete the course(s) the
next year it is available. This grade requirement does
not apply to the required general education courses or • DEST 3201 - Design + Material Culture
electives. • INDS 3141 - Studio 5: Context
• INDS 3143 - Systems 5
Curriculum
• INDS 3241 - Studio 6: Transformations
The Bachelor of Interior Design requires students to
complete a total of 120 credits (the equivalent of 40-
three-credit courses). The program of study is • INDS 3244 - Design Tools 6
prescriptive, students must successfully complete all • INDS 3345 - Internship
core courses in the term with a final grade of C or • General Education requirement, Cluster 3
higher in order to continue to the subsequent term. (recommended), Foundation level
The program of study includes eight semesters of
• General Education requirement, Cluster 2 overall minimum of 40 courses and 120 credits are
(Art History course recommended), Tier 3 required for the Bachelor of Interior Design degree.
For Restrictions and Interpretations concerning the

Year Four program requirements for English, Elective, and
General Education courses, refer to the section
• INDS 4141 - Studio 7: Investigation entitled General Graduation Requirements.
• INDS 4143 - Systems 7 Bachelor of Business
• INDS 4245 - Professional Practice
• INDS 5241 - Studio 8: Integration
Administration
• General Education requirement, Cluster 1, 3
or 4 (recommended), Tier 2 Accounting, BBA
or 4 (recommended), Tier 2
The Bachelor of Business Administration-Accounting
Major is designed to ensure that graduates acquire a
or 4 (recommended), Tier 3
comprehensive range of accounting and related
• General Education requirement, Cluster 1, 3 business knowledge and skills. The degree prepares
or 4 (recommended), Tier 3 students for careers as professional accountants in
• Elective * corporate enterprises and public institutions.
Mount Royal accounting instructors, with their

Elective academic and industry experience, provide solid
accounting core courses to support and encourage
One university-level three-credit course of the those students interested in pursuing the Chartered
student's choosing without restriction. Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Students
can also choose a learning path in preparing for the
accounting profession with broader exposure.
Students completing the Bachelor of Business
• Four courses at the Foundation tier, one Administration-Accounting major are prepared for
from each of the four thematic cluster areas direct entry to the CPA Professional Education
in General Education (it is recommended Program (PEP).
that students take ENGL 1101/GNED 1401,
GNED 1403 or GNED 1404 (Cluster 4) in the The BBA - Accounting program also includes a Co-
first semester of the program) operative Education option.
• Six courses at the second and third tiers
Students intending to pursue the PEP post-graduation
o Two Art History courses (Cluster 2, need to make themselves aware of the CPA student
one Tier 2 and one Tier 3)
academic achievement requirements for prerequisite
o Two courses from two of the learning for entrance into the PEP program. These
thematic Clusters 1, 3 or 4 in Tier 2
academic requirements can be found by visiting the
o Two courses from two of the CPA Alberta website.
thematic Clusters 1, 3 or 4 in Tier 3
Curriculum
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
Completion of all 29 core interior design program
business courses, 10 major courses, 10 General
courses (Interior Design - INDS and Design Studies -
Education courses, and four electives, for a total of 40
DEST) with a minimum final grade of C in each core
courses over four years.
course and a "Pass" in the non-credit Internship
(INDS 3345). Students must also complete 10
General Education courses and one elective. An Core Courses
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA All BBA-Accounting major students must complete
consist of the following: four of the following option courses (exceptions
require departmental approval).
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I • ACCT 3227 - Oil and Gas Accounting
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics • ACCT 3730 - Special Topics in Accounting
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development • ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance Accounting
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human • ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial
Resources Accounting
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment • ACCT 4403 - Accounting Theory
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management • ACCT 5370 - Advanced Topics in
Accounting
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
Business • FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication • FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial
Theory and Practice Modeling
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law • MGMT 2263 - Business Statistics for
Decision-Making
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour
• MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Electives
One of Students must complete four electives courses.
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the General Education Requirements

Entrepreneurial Experience
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
Practices Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation of Business Administration.

Major Specific Courses foundational level: one from each of the
thematic clusters.
The major in Accounting consists of 10 courses, six of 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
which are required courses and four of which are tier: no more than one from each of the
chosen from a list of options. thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• ACCT 3220 - Financial Accounting Practices cluster.
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• ACCT 3228 - Management Accounting II selected from at least two of the thematic
• ACCT 4222 - Intermediate Accounting II clusters.
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and
Corporate Income Tax Accounting, BBA (Honours)
• MGMT 3265 - Management Information
Systems
Students who are interested in pursuing graduate
school or who wish to explore their selected field in
Four of the following more depth are advised to apply for admission into
the Honours stream in the Bachelor of Business
Administration. Core BBA program requirements are
augmented with a course in research methods and
the completion of an Honours Research Project. The will lose their place in the Honours stream. Students
Honours BBA provides students with a choice of two will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the
streams. The first is a scholarly stream and intended Honours stream and may do so only with the
for students interested in pursuing graduate school. permission of the Chair of their honours discipline.
The second is an applied stream and intended for Students permitted to re-apply must follow the
students seeking to enhance career skills - with a procedures for "application into the Honours stream,"
focus on applying theory to practice. as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a
student will be re-admitted into the Honours stream.
Please contact Business Student Advisors and obtain
the latest Honours BBA Handbook, which contains
more detailed information. Curriculum
Admission Requirements - Honours The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
business courses, 10 major courses, two honours
To be considered for admission into the honours courses, 10 General Education courses, and two
program, the student must achieve a 3.5 GPA in their electives, for a total of 40 courses over four years.
most recent 20 courses (60 credits) prior to June 30 of
the year they apply for entrance into the honours Core Courses
program. Admission into the Honours stream is
competitive and is not guaranteed.
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA
Note: A student who has already graduated with a consist of the following:
Bachelor of Business Administration may not apply to
enter the Honours stream. • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I
Application for Admission - Honours • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
Students may apply for admission into the Honours • ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development
stream in the fall of their third year, after the • FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance
completion of a minimum of 20 courses. Applications • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
will be accepted each year from September 15 to Resources
November 15. The process for application to the • INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment
Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours • LSCM 3403 - Operations Management
Handbook which can be found on the Bissett School
of Business website. It is recommended that the
Business
student obtains in advance the agreement of a full-
time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
to be that student's Honours Research Project Theory and Practice
supervisor. • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
If a student is admitted into the program, s/he will take • MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management
MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for Business in the • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
winter semester (it is anticipated this course will be
offered only once per academic year). Upon
successful completion of MGMT 5110, the student will One of
then commence their MGMT 5120 - Honours
Research Project in the fall of their final year. • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
Program Continuance - Honours • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
Practices
Students admitted into the Honours BBA stream must • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
Students who fail to maintain a semester GPA of 3.50
Major Specific Courses
The major in Accounting consists of 10 courses, six of Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
which are required courses and four of which are Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
chosen from a list of options. of Business Administration.
• ACCT 3220 - Financial Accounting Practices 1. Four courses will be taken at the
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I foundational level: one from each of the
thematic clusters.
• ACCT 3228 - Management Accounting II
• ACCT 4222 - Intermediate Accounting II
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and thematic clusters. One of these courses must
Corporate Income Tax be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• MGMT 3265 - Management Information cluster.
Systems 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Four of the following clusters.
All BBA-Accounting major students must complete Graduation Requirements

four of the following option courses (exceptions
To be eligible for graduation, students must
satisfactorily complete all degree program
• ACCT 3227 - Oil and Gas Accounting
requirements and course work. Students must
• ACCT 3730 - Special Topics in Accounting achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be
• ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing eligible for graduation within the honours stream.
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial Students must follow the graduation application
Accounting procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal
• ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial Calendar. Applications must be submitted by the date
Accounting published in the Academic Schedule.
• ACCT 4403 - Accounting Theory
• ACCT 5370 - Advanced Topics in
Accounting
Finance, BBA
• FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance
The BBA - Finance major offers two concentration
• FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial
choices to students. The concentration in Financial
Modeling
Analysis provides students with a comprehensive
• MGMT 2263 - Business Statistics for education in analytical finance through a combination
Decision-Making of theory and applications, whereas the concentration
in Financial Services provides students with an
Honours Specific Courses education in both the principles and practices of
financial services. The choice of these two
concentrations provides students with the opportunity
BBA Honours students must take the following two
to develop distinct and unique skill sets that allows
courses.
them to pursue careers based on a targeted area of
interest and to maximize their employability at
• MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for
graduation time.
Business
• MGMT 5120 - Honours Research Project
Curriculum
Electives
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
business courses, 10 major courses, 10 General
Students must complete two elective courses.
Education courses, and four electives, for a total of 40
courses over four years.
Core Courses asset management, investment banking, securities
trading and other analytically oriented roles.
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA Students completing this concentration are well
consist of the following: prepared to pursue a Chartered Financial Analyst ®
(CFA) designation upon graduation. The BBA -
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts Finance Major, Financial Analysis concentration also
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I includes a Co-operative Education option.
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics The concentration in Financial Analysis consists of 10
courses, six of which are required courses and four of
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development
which are chosen from a list of options.
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
Resources Required Courses
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management • FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • FNCE 3302 - International Finance
Business • FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication Management
Theory and Practice • FNCE 4408 - Financial Risk Management
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law • FNCE 4409 - Securities Analysis and
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour Valuation
• MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management • FNCE 5010 - Advanced Topics in Finance
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
Four of the following option courses
One of
• ACCT 3220 - Financial Accounting Practices
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the • ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I
Entrepreneurial Experience • ECON 3395 - Introduction to Applied
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and Econometrics
Practices • FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation Modeling
• FNCE 3730 - Special Topics in Finance
• FNCE 3399 - Directed Readings *
• FNCE 4405 - Entrepreneurial Finance
• FNCE 4406 - Financial Markets, Institutions
All BBA - Finance students must complete the 10
and Governance
major courses in one of the following concentrations
as part of their requirements.
• FNCE 4410 - Advanced Fixed Income
Analysis
Concentration in Financial Analysis • MGMT 2263 - Business Statistics for
Decision-Making
The concentration in Financial Analysis develops • MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion
analytically oriented finance professionals who will
apply their knowledge of financial theory, domestic
and international financial markets, investments and Concentration in Financial Services
advanced corporate finance, together with analytical
tools, such as advanced modeling and financial data The concentration in Financial Services is designed to
management systems, to excel in the fast-paced provide graduates with a thorough education in both
world of finance. This dynamic concentration prepares the principles and practices of financial services
students for financial careers in industry, banking,
supplemented with a broad knowledge of the general • MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion
principles of investments and the
corporate finance function. This concentration Note

educates financial services professionals who not only
have an understanding of all financial functions and * No more than one FNCE Directed Readings course
markets but are firmly oriented towards practical may be used as one of the option courses in
application, for a career in a variety of financial a concentration.
services roles. This dynamic, diverse and
comprehensive concentration can be applied to
opportunities in banking, financial planning, Electives
investment management or insurance careers.
Students must complete four elective courses.
After completion of all courses, students are prepared
to write the examinations leading to the Certified
Financial Planner ® (CFP) designation. The BBA - General Education Requirements
Finance Major, Financial Services concentration also
includes a Co-operative Education option. Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
The concentration in Financial Services consists of 10 of Business Administration.
courses, eight of which are required courses and two
of which are chosen from a list of options. 1. Four courses will be taken at the
thematic clusters.
Required Courses 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• FNCE 3201 - Retirement Planning thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• FNCE 3203 - Income Tax Planning be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• FNCE 3205 - Strategic Investment Planning cluster.
• FNCE 3207 - Risk Management and Estate 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Planning selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
• FNCE 3302 - International Finance
• FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio Finance, BBA (Honours)
Management
• FNCE 5010 - Advanced Topics in Finance Students who are interested in pursuing graduate
Two of the following option courses more depth are advised to apply for admission into
Modeling the completion of an Honours Research Project. The
• FNCE 3730 - Special Topics in Finance Honours BBA provides students with a choice of two
• FNCE 3399 - Directed Readings * streams. The first is a scholarly stream and intended
• FNCE 4405 - Entrepreneurial Finance for students interested in pursuing graduate school.
• FNCE 4406 - Financial Markets, Institutions The second is an applied stream and intended for
and Governance students seeking to enhance career skills - with a
• FNCE 4408 - Financial Risk Management focus on applying theory to practice.
• FNCE 4409 - Securities Analysis and
Valuation
• FNCE 4410 - Advanced Fixed Income more detailed information.
Analysis
Admission Requirements - Honours The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
business courses, 10 major courses, three honours
To be considered for admission into the honours courses, 10 General Education courses, and one
program, the student must achieve a 3.5 GPA in their elective, for a total of 40 courses over four years.
the year they apply for entrance into the honours Core Courses
Note: A student who has already graduated with a consist of the following:
enter the Honours stream. • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
Application for Admission - Honours • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
Students may apply for admission into the Honours • ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development
stream in the fall of their third year, after the • FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance
completion of a minimum of 20 courses. Applications • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
will be accepted each year from September 15 to Resources
November 15. The process for application to the • INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment
Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management
Business
student obtains, in advance, the agreement of a full-
time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
to be that student's Honours Research Project Theory and Practice
supervisor. • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
If a student is admitted into the program, they will • MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management
take MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for
Business in the winter semester (it is anticipated this
course will be offered only once per academic year).
Upon successful completion of MGMT 5110, the One of
student will then commence their MGMT
5120 - Honours Research Project in the fall of their • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
final year. Entrepreneurial Experience
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
Program Continuance - Honours Practices
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
Students admitted into the Honours BBA stream must
Students who fail to maintain a semester GPA of 3.50 Major Specific Courses
will lose their place in the Honours stream. Students
will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the The BBA - Finance Major offers two concentration
Honours stream and may do so only with the choices to students. The concentration in Financial
permission of the Chair of their honours discipline. Analysis provides students with a comprehensive
Students permitted to re-apply must follow the education in analytical finance through a combination
procedures for "application into the Honours stream," of theory and applications, whereas the concentration
as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a in Financial Services provides students with an
student will be re-admitted into the Honours stream. education in both the principles and practices of
financial services. The choice of these two
concentrations provides students with the opportunity
Curriculum to develop distinct and unique skill sets that allows
them to pursue careers based on a targeted area of • FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial
interest and to maximize their employability at Modeling
graduation time. • FNCE 3730 - Special Topics in Finance
All BBA - Finance students must complete the 10
major courses in one of the following concentrations • FNCE 4405 - Entrepreneurial Finance
as part of their requirements. • FNCE 4406 - Financial Markets, Institutions
and Governance
• FNCE 4410 - Advanced Fixed Income
Concentration in Financial Analysis Analysis
The concentration in Financial Analysis develops
• MGMT 2263 - Business Statistics for
analytically oriented finance professionals who will
Decision-Making
apply their knowledge of financial theory, domestic
• MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion
and international financial markets, investments and
advanced corporate finance, together with analytical
tools, such as advanced modeling and financial data Concentration in Financial Services
management systems, to excel in the fast-paced
world of finance. This dynamic concentration prepares The concentration in Financial Services is designed to
students for financial careers in industry, banking,
provide graduates with a thorough education in both
asset management, investment banking, securities
the principles and practices of financial services
trading and other analytically oriented roles.
supplemented with a broad knowledge of the general
principles of investments and the
Students completing this concentration are well
prepared to pursue a Chartered Financial Analyst ®
corporate finance function. This concentration
(CFA) designation upon graduation. The Bachelor of
educates financial services professionals who not only
Business Administration - General Management
have an understanding of all financial functions and
Major, Financial Analysis concentration also includes
markets but are firmly oriented towards practical
a Co-operative Education option. application, for a career in a variety of financial
services roles. This dynamic, diverse and
The concentration in Financial Analysis consists of 10
comprehensive concentration can be applied to
courses, six of which are required courses and four of
opportunities in banking, financial planning,
which are chosen from a list of options.
investment management or insurance careers.
Required Courses After completion of all courses, students are prepared

to write the examinations leading to the Certified
• FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance Financial Planner ® (CFP) designation. The BBA -
Finance Major, Financial Services concentration also
includes a Co-operative Education option.
• FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio
Management
The concentration in Financial Services consists of 10
• FNCE 4408 - Financial Risk Management courses, eight of which are required courses and two
• FNCE 4409 - Securities Analysis and of which are chosen from a list of options.
Valuation
• FNCE 5010 - Advanced Topics in Finance
Required Courses
Four of the following option courses • FNCE 3201 - Retirement Planning
• FNCE 3203 - Income Tax Planning
• ACCT 3220 - Financial Accounting Practices • FNCE 3205 - Strategic Investment Planning
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I • FNCE 3207 - Risk Management and Estate
• ECON 3395 - Introduction to Applied Planning
Econometrics • FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance
• FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio 1. Four courses will be taken at the
Management foundational level: one from each of the
• FNCE 5010 - Advanced Topics in Finance thematic clusters.
Two of the following option courses thematic clusters. One of these courses must
• FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial cluster.
Modeling 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• FNCE 3730 - Special Topics in Finance selected from at least two of the thematic
• FNCE 3399 - Directed Readings * clusters.
• FNCE 4405 - Entrepreneurial Finance
• FNCE 4406 - Financial Markets, Institutions Graduation Requirements
and Governance
• FNCE 4408 - Financial Risk Management To be eligible for graduation, students must
• FNCE 4409 - Securities Analysis and satisfactorily complete all degree program
Valuation requirements and course work. Students must
• FNCE 4410 - Advanced Fixed Income achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be
Analysis eligible for graduation within the honours stream.
• FNCE 4499 - Directed Readings * Students must follow the graduation application
procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal
Calendar. Applications must be submitted by the date
published in the Academic Schedule.
Note
* No more than one FNCE Directed Readings course
General Management, BBA
may be used as one of the option courses in
a concentration. The Bachelor of Business Administration - General
Management major is designed to offer students
flexibility in program design and transferability.
Honours Specific Courses Students pursuing a General Management major may
choose from a variety of business courses with the
BBA Honours students must take the following two intention of obtaining a general business education. In
courses. addition to the 16 required core business courses,
students may choose any 10 courses offered by the
• MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for Bissett School of Business. These may include
Business Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human
• MGMT 5120 - Honours Research Project Resources, International Business, Marketing, Social
Innovation, Supply Chain Management, and Aviation.
Students may also choose other courses from outside
Electives the Bissett School of Business to complete this 10-
course requirement. Students are strongly advised to
Students must complete two elective courses. consult an Advisor before choosing courses in the
completion of a General Management major.

Curriculum
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor The foundation of the BBA in General Management
of Business Administration. includes 16 required core business courses, a total of
10 business specific courses and/or elective courses,
10 General Education courses, and four elective
courses, for a total of 40 courses over four years.
Students pursuing a concentration will complete 10 be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
specific courses as defined by the requirements for cluster.
that concentration instead of the 10 business 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
specific/elective courses. selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
Core Courses
Major Specific Requirements
consist of the following: Students enrolled in the General Management major
must choose one of the following options to complete.
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I 1. Concentration in Innovation and
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics Entrepreneurship plus four elective courses
2. Concentration in Social Innovation plus four
elective courses
3. An additional 14 elective courses and no
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance concentration.
Resources
Concentrations
Students enrolled in the General Management major
have the option to complete one of the two
Business
concentrations in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
or Social Innovation.
Theory and Practice
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law
Concentration in Innovation and
• MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management Entrepreneurship
The concentration in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
is designed to graduate curious and entrepreneurial
One of minds who are innovative drivers of business
development in dynamic, growth-oriented companies
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the that they join or start. This experiential program will go
Entrepreneurial Experience beyond teaching mindset and business models, to
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and executing product and business development
Practices strategies for the commercialization of innovative
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation ideas. The Entrepreneurship concentration prepares
graduates to either join an organization in a customer-
facing role with unlimited potential or start their own
General Education Requirements business.
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General In addition to supporting students to start their own
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor ventures following graduation, the Entrepreneurship
of Business Administration. concentration prepares graduates for careers across
small and medium growth-oriented enterprises in a
1. Four courses will be taken at the variety of positions including business development,
foundational level: one from each of the sales, product development, and product
thematic clusters. management.
tier: no more than one from each of the The BBA - General Management Major, Innovation
thematic clusters. One of these courses must and Entrepreneurship concentration also includes a
Co-operative Education option.
Required Seven Courses The BBA - General Management Major, Social
Innovation concentration also includes a Co-operative
Education option.
• COMP 1207 - Introduction to Digital
Technologies
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial Required Eight Courses
Practice
• ENTR 3305 - The Art of the Pitch • SINV 2205 - Social Innovation through
• ENTR 3350 - Spearheading and Navigating Historical Case Study
Product Launch • SINV 3203 - Facilitating Social Innovation
• ENTR 3360 - How Technology Enables • SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
Innovation • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
• ENTR 4420 - DNA of Buying, Selling and • SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation
Business Development • SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
• ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise Social Impact
• SINV 5010 - Social Enterprising
Three of the following • SINV 5405 - Social Innovation Strategy and
Action
• ENTR 3370 - Society, Innovation and
Enterprise Two of the following
• ENTR 3730 - Special Topics in Innovation
and Entrepreneurship • ENTR 3370 - Society, Innovation and
• ENTR 4332 - Venture Launch Enterprise
• ENTR 4344 - Corporate Innovation and • INTS 3331 - International Community
Entrepreneurship Development: Indigenous and Global
• LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project Perspectives
Management • MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management &
• SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change Sustainable Development
• Any 3000-level MKTG course • MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical
• Any 3000-level COMM course Issues in Organizations
and Politics
Concentration in Social Innovation
• PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues
• PLSC 2298 - Politics and the Media
The concentration in Social Innovation is designed to
provide graduates with a clear practice to lead, • SINV 3730 - Special Topics in Social
design, and execute high impact, transformative Innovation
change in our communities. Empathy, creativity, • SLWK 2221 - Social Work Practice with
consent, and courage form the bedrock of the science Communities
of social change and can be applied whether
graduates envision joining the commercial sector in a
values-driven organization, plan to participate in the
public or civic sector, develop a new to world social (Honours)
innovation or enterprise that addresses a persistent
systemic problem, or engage at the forefront of
reconciliation and resurgence in First Nations, Métis The Bachelor of Business Administration - General
and Inuit communities across Canada. Management (Honours) major is designed to offer
students flexibility in program design and
The concentration in Social Innovation consists of 10 transferability. Students pursuing a General
courses, eight of which are required courses and two Management major may choose from a variety of
of which is chosen from a list of options. business courses with the intention of obtaining a
general business education. In addition to the 19
required core business courses, the student may
choose any 10 courses offered by the Bissett School to be that student's Honours Research Project
of Business. These may include Accounting, supervisor.
Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources,
International Business, Marketing, Social Innovation, If a student is admitted into the program, they will
Supply Chain Management, and Aviation. Students take MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for
may also choose other courses from outside the Business in the winter semester (it is anticipated this
Bissett School of Business to complete this 10-course course will be offered only once per academic year).
requirement. Students are strongly advised to consult Upon successful completion of MGMT 5110, the
an Advisor before choosing courses in the completion student will then commence their MGMT
of a General Management major. 5120 - Honours Research Project in the fall of their
final year.
school or who wish to explore their selected field in Program Continuance - Honours Stream
more depth are advised to apply for admission into
the Honours stream in the Bachelor of Business Students admitted into the Honours BBA stream must
Administration. Core BBA program requirements are maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
augmented with a course in research methods and Students who fail to maintain a semester GPA of 3.50
the completion of an Honours Research Project. The will lose their place in the Honours stream. Students
Honours BBA provides students with a choice of two will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the
streams. The first is a scholarly stream and intended Honours stream and may do so only with the
for students interested in pursuing graduate school. permission of the Chair of their honours discipline.
The second is an applied stream and intended for Students permitted to re-apply must follow the
students seeking to enhance career skills - with a procedures for "application into the Honours stream,"
focus on applying theory to practice. as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a
more detailed information.
Admission Requirements - Honours Stream Curriculum
To be considered for admission into The foundation of the BBA in General Management
the honours program, the student must achieve a 3.5 (Honours) includes 18 required core business
GPA in their most recent 20 courses (60 credits) prior courses, a total of 10 business-specific courses
to June 30 of the year they apply for entrance into and/or elective courses, 10 General Education
the honours program. Admission into the Honours courses, and two elective courses, for a total of 40
stream is competitive and is not guaranteed. courses over four years. Students pursuing a
Concentration will complete 10 specific courses to
Note: A student who has already graduated with a their concentration instead of the 10 business-
Bachelor of Business Administration may not apply to specific/elective courses.
enter the Honours stream.
Core Courses
Application for Admission - Honours Stream

Students may apply for admission into the Honours
consist of the following:
stream in the fall of their third year, after the
completion of a minimum of 20 courses. Applications
will be accepted each year from September 15 to
November 15. The process for application to the
Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
Handbook which can be found on the Bissett School • ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
of Business website. It is recommended that the • ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development
student obtains, in advance, the agreement of a full- • FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance
time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Additional Course Requirements
Resources
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment Students must complete an additional 11 elective
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management courses OR two elective courses and one of the
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for concentrations below.
Business
Theory and Practice
Concentrations
Students enrolled in the General Management
(Honours) major have the option to complete one of
the two concentrations in Innovation and
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Entrepreneurship or Social Innovation.
One of Concentration in Innovation and

Entrepreneurship
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
The concentration in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
is designed to graduate curious and entrepreneurial
Practices
minds who are innovative drivers of business
development in dynamic, growth-oriented companies
that they join or start. This experiential program will go
Honours Specific Courses beyond teaching mindset and business models, to
executing product and business development
BBA Honours students must take the following two strategies for the commercialization of innovative
courses ideas. The Entrepreneurship concentration prepares
graduates to either join an organization in a customer-
• MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for facing role with unlimited potential or start their own
Business business.
In addition to supporting students to start their own
ventures following graduation, the Entrepreneurship
General Education Requirements concentration prepares graduates for careers across
small and medium growth-oriented enterprises in a
variety of positions including business development,
sales, product development, and product
management.
of Business Administration.
The BBA - General Management Major, Innovation
and Entrepreneurship concentration also includes a
Co-operative Education option.
thematic clusters.
tier: no more than one from each of the Required Seven Courses
• COMP 1207 - Introduction to Digital
cluster.
Technologies
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
Practice
clusters.
• ENTR 3305 - The Art of the Pitch
• ENTR 3350 - Spearheading and Navigating
Product Launch
• ENTR 3360 - How Technology Enables • SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
Innovation • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
• ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise • SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation
• ENTR 4420 - DNA of Buying, Selling and • SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
Business Development Social Impact
• SINV 5010 - Social Enterprising
Three of the following • SINV 5405 - Social Innovation Strategy and
Action
Enterprise Two of the following
• ENTR 3730 - Special Topics in Innovation
and Entrepreneurship • ENTR 3370 - Society, Innovation and
• ENTR 4332 - Venture Launch Enterprise
• ENTR 4344 - Corporate Innovation and • INTS 3331 - International Community
Entrepreneurship Development: Indigenous and Global
• LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project Perspectives
Management • MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management &
• SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change Sustainable Development
• Any 3000-level MKTG course • MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical
• Any 3000-level COMM course Issues in Organizations
and Politics
Concentration in Social Innovation
• PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues
• PLSC 2298 - Politics and the Media
The concentration in Social Innovation is designed to
• SINV 3730 - Special Topics in Social
provide graduates with a clear practice to lead,
Innovation
design, and execute high impact, transformative
change in our communities. Empathy, creativity, • SLWK 2221 - Social Work Practice with
consent, and courage form the bedrock of the science Communities
of social change and can be applied whether
graduates envision joining the commercial sector in a Graduation Requirements
values-driven organization, plan to participate in the
public or civic sector, develop a new to world social
innovation or enterprise that addresses a persistent To be eligible for graduation, students must
systemic problem, or engage at the forefront of satisfactorily complete all degree program
reconciliation and resurgence in First Nations, Métis requirements and coursework. Students must achieve
and Inuit communities across Canada. a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be eligible for
graduation within the honours stream. Students must
The concentration in Social Innovation consists of 10 follow the graduation application procedure outlined in
courses, eight of which are required courses and two the current Mount Royal Calendar. Applications must
of which is chosen from a list of options. be submitted by the date published in the Academic
Schedule.
The BBA - General Management Major, Social
Innovation concentration also includes a Co-operative
Education option. Human Resources, BBA
Required Eight Courses The Bachelor of Business Administration - Human
Resources major is designed to provide graduates
with a solid grounding in the principles and practices
• SINV 2205 - Social Innovation through of Human Resource Management. Students in this
Historical Case Study major may elect to pursue a Chartered Professionals
• SINV 3203 - Facilitating Social Innovation in Human Resources upon graduation. This
designation is a national standard that is increasingly All BBA - Human Resource major students must
valued by organizations that employ human resource complete the following eight major courses as part of
professionals in various roles. their major requirements.
Students are strongly advised to consult an Advisor • HRES 3274 - Recruitment & Selection
before choosing their Human Resource major courses • HRES 3275 - Compensation & Benefits
and electives.
• HRES 3277 - Organizational Learning and
Development
Curriculum • HRES 3278 - Employee Relations
• HRES 4273 - Labour Relations
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core • HRES 4275 - Organization Development &
business courses, 10 major courses, 10 General Culture Calibration
Education courses, and four electives, for a total of 40 • HRES 4407 - Transition Management
courses over four years. • HRES 5101 - Strategic Human Resources
Management
Core Courses
Two of the following
consist of the following: All BBA - Human Resource major students must
complete two of the following option courses
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts (exceptions require departmental approval).
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics Issues in Canada
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development • INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance • MGMT 3265 - Management Information
Systems
Resources • MGMT 4230 - Advanced Business Law
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment • MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social
Responsibility
• MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical
Issues in Organizations
Business
• MGMT 4431 - Leadership Development
Theory and Practice • PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
• LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project
Management or
• MGMT 3269 - Project Management
One of
Electives
Students must complete four electives courses.
Practices General Education Requirements
Major Specific Courses Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
1. Four courses will be taken at the Students may apply for admission into the Honours
foundational level: one from each of the stream in the fall of their third year, after the
thematic clusters. completion of a minimum 20 courses. Applications
2. Three courses will be taken at the second will be accepted each year from September 15 to
tier: no more than one from each of the November 15. The process for application to the
thematic clusters. One of these courses must Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy Handbook which can be found on the Bissett School
cluster. of Business website. It is recommended that the
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, student obtains in advance the agreement of a full-
selected from at least two of the thematic time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business
clusters. to be that student's Honours Research Project
supervisor.
Human Resources, BBA If a student is admitted into the program, s/he will take
MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for Business in the
(Honours) winter semester (it is anticipated this course will be
Students who are interested in pursuing graduate successful completion of MGMT 5110, the student will
school or who wish to explore their selected field in then commence their MGMT 5120 - Honours
more depth are advised to apply for admission into Research Project in the fall of their final year.
augmented with a course in research methods and Program Continuance -
the completion of an Honours Research Project. The
Honours BBA provides students with a choice of two
Honours Stream
streams. The first is a scholarly stream and intended
for students interested in pursuing graduate school. Students admitted into the Honours BBA stream must
The second is an applied stream and intended for maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
students seeking to enhance career skills - with a Students who fail to maintain a semester GPA of 3.50
focus on applying theory to practice. will lose their place in the Honours stream. Students
will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the
Please contact Business Student Advisors and obtain Honours stream and may do so only with the
the latest Honours BBA Handbook, which contains permission of the Chair of their honours discipline.
more detailed information. Students permitted to re-apply must follow the
procedures for "application into the Honours stream,"
as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a
Admission Requirements - student will be re-admitted into the Honours stream.
Honours Stream
To be considered for admission into the honours Curriculum
program, the student must achieve a 3.5 GPA in their
most recent 20 courses (60 credits) prior to June 30 of The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
the year they apply for entrance into the honours business courses, 10 major courses, two honours
program. Admission into the Honours stream is courses, 10 General Education courses, and two
competitive and is not guaranteed. elective courses, for a total of 40 courses over four
years.
Note: A student who has already graduated with a
enter the Honours stream. Core Courses

Application for Admission - consist of the following:
Honours Stream • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts

• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics Issues in Canada
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development • MGMT 3265 - Management Information
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance Systems
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human • MGMT 4230 - Advanced Business Law
Resources • MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment Responsibility
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management • MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical
Issues in Organizations
Business • MGMT 4431 - Leadership Development
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication • PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics
Theory and Practice • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour • LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project
Management or
One of Honours Specific Courses

courses.
Practices
Business
Major Specific Courses Electives

All BBA - Human Resource major students must
Students must complete two Elective courses.
complete the following eight major courses as part of
their major requirements.
• HRES 3274 - Recruitment & Selection
• HRES 3275 - Compensation & Benefits Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• HRES 3277 - Organizational Learning and Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
Development of Business Administration.
• HRES 3278 - Employee Relations
• HRES 4273 - Labour Relations
• HRES 4275 - Organization Development &
thematic clusters.
Culture Calibration
• HRES 4407 - Transition Management tier: no more than one from each of the
• HRES 5101 - Strategic Human Resources thematic clusters. One of these courses must
Management be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
cluster.
Two of the following 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
clusters.
All BBA - Human Resource major students must
complete two of the following option courses
(exceptions require departmental approval). Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation, students must The 16 required core business courses in the BBA
satisfactorily complete all degree program consist of the following:
achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
eligible for graduation within the honours stream. • ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I
Students must follow the graduation application • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal • ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
International Business, BBA Resources
The International Business, BBA major is designed to • LSCM 3403 - Operations Management
prepare students to operate and compete in the global • MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
business environment. Through a combination of Business
theory and application students will develop an in- • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
depth knowledge of global trade, cross cultural Theory and Practice
management, international supply chain • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
management, methods to enter foreign markets,
international management, international marketing,
international finance, and international trade
management. In addition, students may take • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
advantage of international field schools and exchange
opportunities (facilitated by MRU’s AIESEC and One of
International Education office). The International
Business concentration is comprehensive and highly
relevant, as the business world becomes
progressively more globalized.
In the completion of these international business Practices
courses, students have an opportunity to earn a • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) diploma.
The FITT’s partnership with Mount Royal University
brings students one step closer to receiving a 2- for-1
educational credential and advanced standing toward
the Certified International Trade Professional, a All BBA - International Business major students must
globally recognized designation. complete 10 courses, seven of which are required
courses and three of which are chosen from a list of
The International Business, BBA major also includes options. The following seven courses must be taken
a Co-operative Education option. as part of the major requirements:

• INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management
Curriculum • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
• INBU 3304 - Global Supply Chain
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core Management
business courses, 10 major courses, 10 General • INBU 3305 - International Market Entry
Education courses, and four electives, for a total of 40 Strategies
courses over four years. • INBU 4408 - International Trade
Management
Core Courses
Three of the following
• CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative and the completion of an Honours Research Project. The
International Perspective Honours BBA provides students with a choice of two
• INBU 2299 - Directed Readings * streams. The first is a scholarly stream and intended
for students interested in pursuing graduate school.
• INBU 3306 - International Trade Research
The second is an applied stream and intended for
• INBU 3307 - International Trade Law
students seeking to enhance career skills - with a
• INBU 3399 - Directed Readings * focus on applying theory to practice.
• INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International
Business Please contact Business Student Advisors and obtain
• LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project more detailed information.
Management or
• MGMT 3269 - Project Management Admission Requirements - Honours Stream
• Any Language course (up to one language
course) To be considered for admission into
Note: * No more than one Directed Readings the honours program, the student must achieve a 3.5
course in a single discipline can be used for GPA in their most recent 20 courses (60 credits) prior
graduation purposes. to June 30 of the year they apply for entrance into
the honours program. Admission into the Honours
stream is competitive and is not guaranteed.
Electives
Students must complete four electives courses. Bachelor of Business Administration may not apply to
General Education Requirements Application for Admission - Honours Stream
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General Students may apply for admission into the Honours
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor stream in the fall of their third year, after the
of Business Administration. completion of a minimum 20 courses. Applications
November 15. The process for application to the
Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours
thematic clusters.
student obtains, in advance, the agreement of a full-
time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business
to be that student's Honours Research Project
cluster.
supervisor.
selected from at least two of the thematic If a student is admitted into the program, they will
clusters. take MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for
International Business, BBA course will be offered only once per academic year).
Upon successful completion of MGMT 5110, the
(Honours) student will then commence their MGMT
5120 - Honours Research Project in the fall of their
final year.
Program Continuance - Honours Stream
Administration. Core BBA program requirements are Students admitted into the Honours BBA stream must
augmented with a course in research methods and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50.
will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the
Honours stream and may do so only with the The International Business, BBA Major is designed to
permission of the Chair of their honours discipline. prepare students to operate and compete in the global
Students permitted to re-apply must follow the business environment. Through a combination of
procedures for "application into the Honours stream," theory and application students will develop an in-
as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a depth knowledge of global trade, cross cultural
student will be re-admitted into the Honours stream. management, international supply chain
management, methods to enter foreign markets,
international management, international marketing,
Curriculum international finance, and international trade
management. In addition, students may take
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core advantage of international field schools and exchange
business courses, 10 major courses, two honours opportunities (facilitated by MRU's AIESEC and
courses, 10 General Education courses, and International Education office). The International
two elective courses, for a total of 40 courses over Business concentration is comprehensive and highly
four years. relevant, as the business world becomes
progressively more globalized.
Core Courses In the completion of these international business

courses, students have an opportunity to earn a
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) diploma.
consist of the following: The FITT's partnership with Mount Royal University
brings students one step closer to receiving a 2- for-1
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts educational credential and advanced standing toward
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I the Certified International Trade Professional, a
globally recognized designation.
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics The International Business, BBA Major also includes
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development a Co-operative Education option.
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human All BBA - International Business Major students must
Resources complete the following seven required courses as part
of their major requirements:
Business
• INBU 3302 - International Marketing
Theory and Practice
Management
• INBU 3305 - International Market Entry
Strategies
• INBU 4408 - International Trade
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Management
One of Three of the following

• CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative and
International Perspective
• INBU 2299 - Directed Readings *
Practices
• INBU 3307 - International Trade Law
• INBU 3399 - Directed Readings * achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be
• INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International eligible for graduation within the honours stream.
Business Students must follow the graduation application
Management or
• Any Language course (up to one language Marketing, BBA
course)
Note: * No more than one Directed Readings
Professional marketers navigate the dynamic world of
course in a single discipline can be used for
brands, evolving consumer attitudes, emerging design
graduation purposes.
trends, innovation, and the global marketplace.
Honours Specific Courses Gain the knowledge needed to become a marketing

professional who can effectively blend insight,
strategy, and creativity to help bring extraordinary
products, services, experiences and campaigns to the
courses:
marketplace.
• MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for Mount Royal University is educating marketers who
Business use market intelligence, design and implement
• MGMT 5120 - Honours Research Project integrated branding programs, design experiences,
create marketing plans that capitalize on
opportunities, and apply emerging technologies.
Electives
Upon graduation, you may find careers in a variety of
Students must complete two elective courses. areas. You may guide the strategic and creative
direction of corporate brands in large organizations,
find placement in advertising agencies in Calgary, or
General Education Requirements help build identities from the ground up for start-ups
and social ventures. Mount Royal's marketing
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General program will prepare you to work in a variety of
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor sectors including oil and gas, tourism, healthcare,
of Business Administration. retail services, manufacturing, nonprofit, agriculture,
and government.
thematic clusters. Applying theory through
tier: no more than one from each of the practice
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy To ensure our graduates are ready to take their place
cluster. in the profession, marketing students are required to
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, complete verified professional and volunteer
selected from at least two of the thematic experience linked to the learning outcomes of the
clusters. degree. This experience not only puts newly learned
skills to work, but also expands the students'
professional network and builds confidence.
Graduation Requirements Marketing students have the flexibility to identify and
choose the experiences that align with both their
professional and personal goals.
To be eligible for graduation, students must
satisfactorily complete all degree program Note: All professional and volunteer experiences will
be subject to verification through a student's All BBA - Marketing major students must complete the
professional portfolio. following eight required courses as part of their major
requirements.
For additional information, please review the minimum
professional and volunteer experience requirements • MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion
with the department chair. • MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing
• MKTG 3450 - Marketing Design Literacy
Curriculum • MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing
Relationships
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core • MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding
business courses, 10 major courses, 10 General • MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
Education courses, and four electives, for a total of 40 • MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio
courses over four years. • MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy
Core Courses Two of the following
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA All BBA - Marketing major students must complete
consist of the following: two of the following option courses (exceptions
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics Practice
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development • MGMT 2275 - Creativity in the Workplace
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human • MKTG 2299 - Directed Readings * or
Resources • MKTG 3399 - Directed Readings *
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management • MKTG 3350 - Consumer Behaviour
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • MKTG 3730 - Special Topics in Marketing
Business • PUBR 1841 - Introduction to Public Relations
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication • SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
Theory and Practice • SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law Social Impact
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour • SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking
Note: Students are strongly advised to
consult an Advisor before choosing their
Marketing major courses and electives.
One of * No more than one Directed Readings
course in a single discipline can be used for
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the graduation purposes.
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and Electives
Practices
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation Students must complete four electives courses.
Major Specific Courses General Education Requirements

Application for Admission -
of Business Administration. Honours Stream
foundational level: one from each of the Students may apply for admission into the Honours
thematic clusters. stream in the fall of their third year, after the
2. Three courses will be taken at the second completion of a minimum 20 courses. Applications
tier: no more than one from each of the will be accepted each year from September 15 to
thematic clusters. One of these courses must November 15. The process for application to the
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours
cluster. Handbook which can be found on the Bissett School
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, of Business website. It is recommended that the
selected from at least two of the thematic student obtains in advance the agreement of a full-
clusters. time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business
to be that student's Honours Research Project
supervisor.
Marketing, BBA (Honours)
If a student is admitted into the program, s/he will take
MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for Business in the
winter semester (it is anticipated this course will be
successful completion of MGMT 5110, the student will
then commence their MGMT 5120 - Honours
Research Project in the fall of their final year.
Program Continuance -
for students interested in pursuing graduate school. Honours Stream
The second is an applied stream and intended for
students seeking to enhance career skills - with a
focus on applying theory to practice.
Please contact Business Student Advisors and obtain Students who fail to maintain a semester GPA of 3.50
the latest Honours BBA Handbook, which contains will lose their place in the Honours stream. Students
more detailed information. will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the
Honours stream and may do so only with the
permission of the Chair of their honours discipline.
Admission Requirements - Students permitted to re-apply must follow the
procedures for "application into the Honours stream,"
Honours Stream as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a
To be considered for admission into the honours
program, the student must achieve a 3.5 GPA in their Curriculum
the year they apply for entrance into the honours
program. Admission into the Honours stream is The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
competitive and is not guaranteed. business courses, 10 major courses, two honours
courses, 10 General Education courses, and
Note: A student who has already graduated with a two elective courses, for a total of 40 courses over
Bachelor of Business Administration may not apply to four years.
Core Courses
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA All BBA - Marketing major students must complete
consist of the following: two of the following option courses (exceptions
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics Practice
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development • MGMT 2275 - Creativity in the Workplace
• MKTG 2299 - Directed Readings * or
Resources • MKTG 3399 - Directed Readings *
• MKTG 3350 - Consumer Behaviour

• PUBR 1841 - Introduction to Public Relations
Business • SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication • SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
Theory and Practice Social Impact
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law • SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking
Note: Students are strongly advised to
consult an Advisor before choosing their
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Marketing major courses and electives.
* No more than one Directed Readings
One of course in a single discipline can be used for
Entrepreneurial Experience Honours Specific Courses
Practices BBA Honours students must take the following
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation two courses.

Major Specific Courses Business
All BBA - Marketing major students must complete the
following eight required courses as part of their major
requirements. Electives
• MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion Students must complete two elective courses.
• MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing
• MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing
Relationships
• MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
• MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio
• MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy 1. Four courses will be taken at the
Two of the following thematic clusters.
thematic clusters. One of these courses must skills to apply their knowledge and training to support
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy the dynamically evolving supply chains of the future.
cluster.
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, Course credits are recognized for credit towards the
selected from at least two of the thematic Supply Chain Management Professional
clusters. (SCMP) designation. The program also provides
advanced standing for candidates who seek entry into
the P.Log. professional association. Students in the
program will be prepared for careers in professional
Graduation Requirements purchasing, international trade, and demand
forecasting as well as management positions in
To be eligible for graduation, students must transportation, inventory, and distribution.
satisfactorily complete all degree program
requirements and coursework. Students must achieve The BBA - Supply Chain Management major also
a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be eligible for includes a Co-operative Education option.
graduation within the honours stream. Students must
follow the graduation application procedure outlined in Curriculum
the current Mount Royal Calendar. Applications must
be submitted by the date published in the Academic
Schedule. The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core
business courses, 10 major courses, three honours
courses, 10 General Education courses, and one
Supply Chain Management, elective, for a total of 40 courses over four years.
BBA Core Courses

The Supply Chain Management, BBA major is
designed to educate students on trends in global
consist of the following:
supply chains, international trade and the growing
need for businesses to develop more effective
processes to create and distribute products and
services. The Supply Chain Management program • ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I
includes management of the flow and transportation • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
of goods and services from materials and inputs • ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics
through to the consumer. The curriculum explores • ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development
production planning/operations management, logistics • FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance
and transportation planning, purchasing and category • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
management, inventory and warehouse management, Resources
material handling, network optimization and route
planning, distribution and location planning,
transportation, enterprise resource planning, and • LSCM 3403 - Operations Management
global logistics. • MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
Business
To provide industry grade insights to students, the • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
program trains them in critical areas such as contract Theory and Practice
(& business) law, negotiation skills, and also in data • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
driven decision making. The program offers • MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour
opportunities for students to work on market
intelligence databases and software platforms housed
in a state-of-the-art “Supply Chain Data Analytics
Lab”. The major in Supply Chain Management has a
strong analytics focus across all core supply chain One of
courses. The program develops analytically oriented
supply chain professionals who have the necessary
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Entrepreneurial Experience selected from at least two of the thematic
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and clusters.
Practices
• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation Supply Chain Management,
Major Specific Courses BBA (Honours)
All BBA - Supply Chain Management students must
complete the following 10 major courses as part of
their requirements.
• LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and Administration. Core BBA program requirements are
Supply Chain Management
• LSCM 2301 - Introduction to Physical
Distribution
• LSCM 3203 - Principles of Quality for students interested in pursuing graduate school.
Management The second is an applied stream and intended for
• LSCM 3303 - Fundamentals of Purchasing students seeking to enhance career skills - with a
• LSCM 3305 - Physical Distribution and focus on applying theory to practice.
Logistics
• LSCM 3402 - Inventory and Warehouse Please contact Business Student Advisors and obtain
Management the latest Honours BBA Handbook, which contains
more detailed information.
Management or Admission Requirements - Honours Stream
To be considered for admission into the honours
• LSCM 4409 - Supply Chain Decision-Making program, the student must achieve a 3.5 GPA in their
• LSCM 4411 - Integrated Business Solutions
the year they apply for entrance into the honours
• MGMT 4230 - Advanced Business Law
Electives
Students must complete four elective courses.
General Education Requirements Application for Admission - Honours Stream
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General Students may apply for admission into the Honours
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor stream in the fall of their third year, after the
of Business Administration. completion of a minimum 20 courses. Applications
1. Four courses will be taken at the November 15. The process for application to the
foundational level: one from each of the Honours stream is included in the BBA Honours
thematic clusters. Handbook which can be found on the Bissett School
2. Three courses will be taken at the second of Business website. It is recommended that the
tier: no more than one from each of the student obtains, in advance, the agreement of a full-
thematic clusters. One of these courses must time faculty member of the Bissett School of Business
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy to be that student's Honours Research Project
cluster. supervisor.
If a student is admitted into the program, they will • MGMT 5333 - Strategic Management
take MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
course will be offered only once per academic year).
Upon successful completion of MGMT 5110, the One of
student will then commence their MGMT
5120 - Honours Research Project in the fall of their • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
final year. Entrepreneurial Experience
Program Continuance - Honours Stream Practices
will normally not be permitted to re-apply to the The Supply Chain Management, BBA Major is
Honours stream and may do so only with the designed to educate students on trends in global
permission of the Chair of their honours discipline. supply chains, international trade and the growing
Students permitted to re-apply must follow the need for businesses to develop more effective
procedures for "application into the Honours stream," processes to create and distribute products and
as mentioned above. There is no guarantee that a services. The Supply Chain Management program
student will be re-admitted into the Honours stream. includes management of the flow and transportation
of goods and services from materials and inputs
through to the consumer. The curriculum explores
Curriculum production planning/operations management, logistics
and transportation planning, purchasing and category
The foundation of the BBA includes 16 required core management, inventory and warehouse management,
business courses, 10 major courses, two honours material handling, network optimization and route
courses, 10 General Education courses, and planning, distribution and location planning,
two elective courses, for a total of 40 courses over transportation, enterprise resource planning, and
four years. global logistics.
To provide industry grade insights to students, the

Core Courses program trains them in critical areas such as contract
(& business) law, negotiation skills, and also in data
The 16 required core business courses in the BBA driven decision making. The program offers
consist of the following: opportunities for students to work on market
intelligence databases and software platforms housed
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts in a state-of-the-art "Supply Chain Data Analytics
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I Lab". The Major in Supply Chain Management has a
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics strong analytics focus across all core supply chain
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics courses. The program develops analytically oriented
supply chain professionals who have the
necessary skills to apply their knowledge and training
to support the dynamically evolving supply chains of
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human the future.
Resources
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management Course credits are recognized for credit towards the
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for Supply Chain Management Professional
Business (SCMP) designation. The program also provides
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication advanced standing for candidates who seek entry into
Theory and Practice the P.Log. professional association. Students in the
program will be prepared for careers in professional
purchasing, international trade, and demand
forecasting as well as management positions in 1. Four courses will be taken at the
transportation, inventory, and distribution. foundational level: one from each of the
thematic clusters.
The BBA - Supply Chain Management Major also 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
includes a Co-operative Education option. tier: no more than one from each of the
All BBA - Supply Chain Management students must be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
complete the following 10 major courses as part of cluster.
their requirements: 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and clusters.
• LSCM 2301 - Introduction to Physical
Distribution Graduation Requirements
• LSCM 3203 - Principles of Quality
Management To be eligible for graduation, students must
• LSCM 3303 - Fundamentals of Purchasing satisfactorily complete all degree program
• LSCM 3305 - Physical Distribution and requirements and course work. Students must
Logistics achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 to be
eligible for graduation within the honours stream.
• LSCM 3402 - Inventory and Warehouse
Students must follow the graduation application
Management
Management or
Bachelor of Child Studies
• LSCM 4409 - Supply Chain Decision-Making
•
•
LSCM 4411 - Integrated Business Solutions
MGMT 4230 - Advanced Business Law
Child and Youth Care
Counsellor, BCST
Honours Specific Courses
Help in the healthy development of vulnerable
BBA Honours students must take the following children, youth and families by becoming a positive
two courses: role model. Working with people in need can be
demanding, but you will experience job satisfaction
• MGMT 5110 - Research Methods for and the rewards are significant. Opportunities for
Business employment include school programs, group homes,
treatment centres, and community programs. To
become a child and youth care counsellor you need to
be strong, emotionally and ethically. The children,
Electives youth and families you will work with may have
suffered physical, sexual or emotional abuse, neglect
Students must complete two elective courses. and/or family breakdown. Some may also have
behavioural or learning difficulties which require your
knowledge, skill and support.
Curriculum
of Business Administration. In the Child and Youth Care Counsellor major,
students will learn to advocate for, counsel and
nurture vulnerable children, youth and families. The
children and youth may have suffered physical, sexual
or emotional abuse, neglect, family breakdown and Four Electives
may have behavioural or learning difficulties. The
courses will explore the dynamics of abuse and
neglect in child and youth care theory and practice,
development, intervention and treatment strategies,
and counselling theory and skills. Students will be Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
required to have a current CPR and First Aid Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
Certificate prior to entry into the second year of Child Studies - Child and Youth Care Counsellor.
practicum placement.
• CYCC 1110 - Fundamental Skills in foundational level: one from each of the
Interviewing thematic clusters.
• CYCC 1130 - Mental Health and Substance
Use Issues
• CYCC 1132 - The Profession of Child and
Youth Care
cluster.
• CYCC 1142 - Practicum I 3. PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development
• CYCC 2216 - Group Theory and Process 4. PSYC 3351 - Topics in Child
• CYCC 2221 - Fundamental Skills in Development or PSYC 3355 - Topics in
Counselling Adolescence
• CYCC 2226 - Assessment and Intervention 5. One additional course from the third tier in
• CYCC 2232 - Working with Vulnerable clusters 1, 3, or 4.
Children, Youth and Families Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor
before registering for all support courses.
• CYCC 2235 - Child and Youth Care Practice
with Families
• CYCC 2241 - Practicum II Graduation Requirements
• CYCC 2242 - Practicum III
• CHST 3101 - Foundations of Interdisciplinary Eligibility to graduate from a Mount Royal program
Professional Practice requires that a student meet all of the following
• CHST 3103 - Child Development and conditions:
Plasticity
• CHST 3105 - Child and Youth Human Rights a. has been officially admitted into the program;
b. has completed at least 25% of the
• CHST 3107 - Principles of Program Design
graduation requirements as a student within
• CHST 3202 - Community Based Research
the program;
and Evaluation c. has met the residency requirement;
• CHST 3204 - Leadership and Collaboration d. satisfies all program requirements specified
• CHST 3206 - Practicum IV in the curriculum at the time of admission to
• CHST 4103 - Mental Health Interventions the program or the current program;
• CHST 4105 - Studies in Systems and Social e. meets the requirements for Good Standing at
Policy the time the application to graduate is
• CHST 4204 - Contemporary Issues in Child evaluated.
Studies Students should also be aware that there is a limit on
the number of 1xxx level (i.e., junior) courses that can
• CHST 5101 - Capstone I
be used to satisfy program requirements. Exceptions
• CHST 5202 - Capstone II
to any of these conditions must be approved, in
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional writing, by the Dean of the program from which the
Communication student is applying to graduate.
• PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology
Due to regulatory changes in required course
content, CYCC 2221 and CYCC 2226 can not be
Electives used to satisfy program requirements in the Bachelor
of Child Studies degree if completed prior to Fall • CHST 4105 - Studies in Systems and Social
2012. Policy
• CHST 4204 - Contemporary Issues in Child
Early Learning and Child •
Studies
CHST 5101 - Capstone I
Care, BCST • CHST 5202 - Capstone II
In the Early Learning and Child Care major, students Electives

will discover that play is a powerful force in a child's
development. They will learn about the developmental
Five Electives
needs of children from infancy to age 12, gaining the
ability to design, co-construct and implement play
experiences for children and to communicate General Education Requirements
effectively with parents and professionals. With
emphasis on real-world learning situations along with Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
lab simulations, role-playing and discussion groups, Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
students will be prepared to provide care and learning of Child Studies - Early Learning and Child Care.
for all children, including those who have special
needs. 1. Four courses will be taken at the
thematic clusters.
Curriculum 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• ELCC 1104 - The Profession of Early thematic clusters. One of these courses must
Learning and Child Care be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• ELCC 1109 - Child Development I cluster.
• ELCC 1110 - Learning Through Play I 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• ELCC 1180 - Practicum I selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
• ELCC 2110 - Learning Through Play II
Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor
• ELCC 2121 - The Educator's Role in before registering for all support courses.
Facilitating Play
• ELCC 2209 - Child Development ll
• ELCC 2211 - Child, Family and Community Graduation Requirements
• ELCC 2213 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition of
Young Children Eligibility to graduate from a Mount Royal program
• ELCC 2215 - Differing Abilities and Inclusion requires that a student meet all of the following
conditions:
• ELCC 2282 - Practicum II
• ELCC 2285 - Practicum III a. has been officially admitted into the program;
• CHST 3101 - Foundations of Interdisciplinary b. has completed at least 25% of the
Professional Practice graduation requirements as a student within
• CHST 3103 - Child Development and the program;
Plasticity c. has met the residency requirement;
• CHST 3105 - Child and Youth Human Rights d. satisfies all program requirements specified
• CHST 3107 - Principles of Program Design in the curriculum at the time of admission to
the program or the current program;
• CHST 3202 - Community Based Research
e. meets the requirements for Good Standing at
and Evaluation
the time the application to graduate is
• CHST 3204 - Leadership and Collaboration
evaluated.
• CHST 3206 - Practicum IV Students should also be aware that there is a limit on
• CHST 4103 - Mental Health Interventions the number of 1xxx level (i.e., junior) courses that can
be used to satisfy program requirements. Exceptions
to any of these conditions must be approved, in Broadcast Media Studies students must adhere to
writing, by the Dean of the program from which the MRU's Code of Student Conduct as well as the
student is applying to graduate. expectations of professional industry organizations
such as the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council,
Due to regulatory changes in required course the Ads Standards Council's Canadian Code of
content, ELCC 2121 can not be used to satisfy Advertising, and the Association of Electronic
program requirements in the Bachelor of Child Journalists' Code of Ethics. Any deliberate breaches
Studies degree if completed prior to Fall 2012. will result in disciplinary action with transgressions
being equated to academic dishonesty, and with
consequences as outlined in the Mount Royal Code of
Bachelor of Communication
Student Conduct.
Broadcast Media Studies, Work Experience

BCMM
Between the third and fourth years of the Broadcast
Media Studies program, students are required to
• Admission
complete a non-credit, semester-long supervised work
• Curriculum
experience (a minimum of 12 weeks of full-time work)
• Graduation Requirements in the industry. This is an opportunity to further
develop their skills in a media-related environment
General Information alongside professionals.
To be eligible, all students must complete a range of

prerequisites. Because the work involves professional
The essence of Broadcasting is communicating
placements, the program chair can, for a fixed period,
effectively with images, words and sounds. Whether it
deny eligibility for the placement to any student who
is telling a story, providing information about a product
has acted in an inappropriate and unprofessional
or service, delivering entertainment, or covering a live
manner during the preparation phase or during the
event, media content has to be conveyed in a manner
work experience placement.
that meets the needs of diverse audiences. Industry
professionals have to be able to adapt to rapid Any student who exhibits professional misconduct
changes in trends and technology and be well versed before or during the placement may be required to
in producing for traditional broadcast media, networks withdraw from the program subject to terms of the
and production houses, as well as for the online Student Code of Conduct.
demands of corporations, government and non-
profits.
The Broadcast Media Studies curriculum includes

General Admission
communication theory, a media focus on ethics and
inclusion, the use of statistics in disseminating Requirements
information on digital platforms, incorporating design
theory and rhetoric for media content, on-air All students must meet the general admission
performance, news, sports and current affairs requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
reporting and presentation, technical operations, indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
audio production and podcasts, multi-camera mobile
production, single-camera on-location shooting,
lighting, editing and graphics creation. In addition, Additional Admission
General Education courses and electives provide the
opportunity to study a range of subjects, and to Requirements
concentrate on a particular discipline and earn a
minor. In addition to meeting the general admission
requirements indicated in the Admission section of
Student Conduct this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
following criteria:
policies and regulations relating to baccalaureate
Academic Course degrees and continuance.
Requirements
Curriculum
the specified minimum grades are required for • BMST 1401 - Audio and Video Production I
admission into the Bachelor of Communication -
• BMST 1402 - Writing for Audio and Video I
Broadcast Media Studies program:
• BMST 1404 - Audio and Video Production II
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% • BMST 1405 - Writing for Audio and Video II
• Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30 • BMST 2401 - Digital News Gathering
- 50% • BMST 2402 - Media Marketing and
Although Conditional Admission may be granted in Advertising
advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, • BMST 2404 - Digital Advertising Production
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum • BMST 2405 - Broadcast Presentation
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts • BMST 3401 - Media and Inclusion
• BMST 3403 - Multimedia Content Production
• BMST 3404 - Advanced Storytelling
• BMST 3405 - Multimedia Content
Management
Indigenous Student • BMST 4401 - Independent Media Project I
• BMST 4402 - Media Governance and
Admission Industry
• BMST 4404 - Case Studies in Media and
Each year 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of Society
Communication Studies - Broadcast Media Studies • BMST 4405 - Independent Media Project II
will be reserved for Indigenous applicants through an
• COMM 2410 - Media Ethics and Law
Indigenous admission target. To be considered for
admission under the Indigenous Admission target, the
• COMM 2500 - Introduction to
Communication Studies
applicant must:
• COMM 2501 - Media History and
1. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on Contemporary Issues
the Application for Admission • COMM 3500 - Media, Culture and
2. meet the definition of an Indigenous Communication Theory
Applicant • COMM 3738 - Research Design and
3. meet the minimum admission requirements Methodology
as indicated in the general admission • COMM 4403 - Media Entrepreneurship
• COMM 4501 - Roles and Practices in
Contemporary Communications
requirements
• MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistical
Reasoning
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during
Early Admission. Any unfilled designated seats will be Zero-credit program elements
released on June 15 to students applying under the
general admission requirements.
• BMST 4490 - Broadcast Workplace
Preparation Seminar *
Program Continuance • BMST 4491 - Broadcast Media Work
Experience *
Students accepted into the Bachelor of *All courses are three credits except zero-
Communication program are subject to Mount Royal credit courses BMST 4490 and BMST 4491.
Electives any, occupations that do not feel the influence and
benefits of good information design.
Six Electives An information designer works in a variety of settings.

These include working with strategic digital
General Education Requirements communications companies to develop Web-based
applications, designing and conducting usability tests,
or working with multimedia, publishing, and other
knowledge management products. Information
designers must have skill in writing and understand
of Communication - Broadcast Media Studies.
the central importance of typography in how to
produce understandable and attractive documents
1. Four courses will be taken at the foundation
ranging from operating instructions, brochures, and
level: one from each of the four thematic
training manuals to magazines and style guides. In all
cluster areas.
cases, information designers place their focus on the
user and understand the importance of usability
tier: no more than one from a given thematic
research. Finally, the study of ethics is fundamental to
cluster. One of these courses must be from
information design. Information designers understand
the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy cluster.
how people who read and use information must be
treated with dignity and how their work can affect
various constituencies - from co-workers to customers
clusters.
to the general public - and even the environment
For details on the nature and structure of General
itself. A key strength for Information Design graduates
Education visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
is their ability to conceptualize procedures and
compete in the global marketplace.
The interdisciplinary curriculum of the Bachelor of
Communication - Information Design degree responds
Degree candidates in the Bachelor of Communication
directly to current market trends. The degree
- Broadcast Media Studies must complete all core
combines skills in graphic design, typography, writing,
program courses with a final grade of "C" or better.
project management, instructional design, human
Successful completion of 120 credits and all courses
performance technology, and human factors that
for graduation listed. Successful completion of one
reach far beyond traditional programs in design,
zero-credit work placement and the zero-credit work
technical communication, or publishing. Information
experience preparation seminar.
Design is also interdisciplinary and students will work
with other communication students in Journalism and
Information Design, BCMM Digital Media or Public Relations and will complete
work experience in a variety of settings. The intent of
the curriculum is to prepare graduates who can not
• Admission only work formatively and creatively but also
• Curriculum understand how to work using scientific and didactical
• Graduation Requirements methods as part of the field of communication
research. As a result, information retrieval techniques
and information assessment are central to the
General Information program and provide expertise in areas pertaining to
research methods and usability.
Information design is the art and science of preparing

or "designing" information so that it can be used by Student Conduct
human beings with efficiency and effectiveness.
Information design applies traditional and evolving
Information Design students are expected to adhere
design principles to the process of translating
to the Code of Ethics and Professional Practices, to
complex, unorganized, or unstructured data into
which all students at Mount Royal are expected to
valuable meaningful information. In short, information
practice. Any deliberate breaches will result in
designers design understanding and there are few, if
disciplinary action with transgressions being equated In addition to meeting the general admission
to academic dishonesty, and with consequences, as requirements indicated in the Admission section of
outlined in the Mount Royal Code of Student Conduct. this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
following criteria:
Program Continuance
Academic Course
Students accepted into the Bachelor of
Communication program are subject to all Mount
Requirements
Royal policies and regulations relating to
baccalaureate degrees and continuance. The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
admission into the Bachelor of Communication -
Residency Requirements Information Design program.
A minimum of 50 percent of the course requirements

for the degree must be completed as a registered Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
student of Mount Royal, not including the required
non-credit work experience. confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
Work Experience do not meet these minimum grade requirements will
For graduation purposes, Information Design students

are required to complete one, non-credit, semester- Additional Criteria
long supervised work experience (with a 12 full-time
workweek minimum) in the communications field
during their program. To be eligible, all students must In addition to meeting all academic admission
requirements, applicants must meet the following
complete a range of prerequisites. Because work
criteria:
experience involves professional placements, the
program chair can, for a fixed period, deny eligibility to
any student who has acted in an inappropriate and
• Interview with information design faculty
unprofessional manner during the preparation phase.
Any student who receives a work experience Indigenous Student
assessment of Fail for exhibiting professional
misconduct may be required to withdraw from the Admission
program, subject to terms of the Student Code of
Conduct.
Each year 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of
Communication Studies - Information Design program
General Admission will be reserved for Indigenous applicants through an
Indigenous admission target. To be considered for
Requirements admission under the Indigenous Admission target, the
applicant must:
All students must meet the general admission • self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as the Application for Admission
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. • meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant
Additional Admission • meet the minimum admission requirements
Requirements requirements for Mount Royal University as
requirements
Designated seats for this special consideration target • INFO 2680 - Intercultural Communication in
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive Information Design
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during • INFO 3600 - Usability
Early Admission. Any unfilled designated seats will be
• INFO 3605 - Qualitative Research Methods
for Information Design
• INFO 3610 - Visualizing Information
• INFO 3611 - Designing for Interactivity
Transfer Credit • INFO 3620 - Content Development and
Design Studio
Students who have completed, in good standing, a • INFO 3670 - Project and Content
diploma in a related field such as technical design or Management
multimedia from Medicine Hat, Mount Royal, NAIT, • INFO 4620 - Systems Thinking and
SAIT, or other Universities in Alberta or other Changemaking Studio
provinces, may be eligible for transfer credit. • INFO 4665 - Instructional Design
Information Design is a distinct discipline and students • INFO 4679 - Issues in Communications:
considering transfer must appreciate the importance Ethics and Law
of the need for required foundation courses in writing • INFO 4680 - The Practice of Information
and design theory. Design
Curriculum Zero-credit program elements

The foundation of the Information Design degree in
• INFO 4690 - Information Design Work
Communication Studies is 24 required core
Experience Seminar *
Information Design courses, 10 General Education
courses and six electives, for a total of 40 courses
Experience *
over four years.
• COMM 2500 - Introduction to Experience II *
• COMM 2501 - Media History and *All courses three credits except zero-credit courses INFO
4690, INFO 4691 and INFO 4692.
Contemporary Issues
• COMM 3500 - Media, Culture and
Communication Theory Progression Requirements
Contemporary Communications Students are required to complete all core courses
with a minimum final grade of "C" and a grade of
"Pass" in the non-credit work experience preparation
Core Courses seminar INFO 4690 and work experience INFO 4691.
• INFO 1600 - Foundations of Information

Design
Electives
• INFO 1610 - Principles of Design Thinking
and Doing • Six Electives
• INFO 1620 - Visual Communication
Fundamentals
• INFO 1661 - Technical Communication
• INFO 2663 - Visual and Applied Rhetoric
• INFO 2666 - Thinking with Type Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
• INFO 2667 - Information Architecture of Communication - Information Design.
• INFO 2670 - Tools for Information Designers
• INFO 2673 - Systems and Structures
1. Four courses will be taken at the their work and work environment, and a deep curiosity
foundational level: one from each of the about how society functions, or often does not
thematic clusters. function. The Journalism and Digital Media major in
2. Three courses will be taken at the second the four-year Bachelor of Communication program is
tier: no more than one from each of the based on integrating classroom learning with practical
thematic clusters. One of these courses must experience, including professional work experiences,
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy and is focused on providing students with a broad-
cluster. based journalism education in writing, idea and story
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, development, digital newspaper and magazine
selected from at least two of the thematic publishing, broadcasting, photography,
clusters. Podcasting and visual multi-media. It additionally
For details on the nature and structure of General includes:
Education visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
• Considerable exposure to written, spoken
and mediated communications, and to the
Graduation Requirements effective use of computers.
• The opportunity to develop and practice a
Eligibility to graduate from a Mount Royal program range of presentation skills.
requires that a student • A focus on critical reflection about journalism
generally, and the student's own work
1. Has been officially admitted into the
through instructor feedback, peer critiques,
program;
and self-reflection.
2. Has completed at least 25% of the
graduation requirements as a student within • Consideration of the social context for the
the program; practice of journalism including media
3. Has met all residency requirements; history, law, and ethics.
4. Satisfies all program requirements specified • Direct workplace exposure in
in the curriculum at the time of admission to communications through the required
the program or the current program; professional work experience.
5. Meets the requirements for Good Standing at • A strong General Education component that
the time the application to graduate is ensures both breadths of study and the
evaluated. potential to achieve a minor in a given
discipline, such as political science, history,
sociology, or a second language among
Journalism and Digital other possibilities.
• Electives students can use to explore a
Media, BCMM specific discipline more fully.
• Information retrieval techniques and
• Admission information assessment are presented in a
• Curriculum number of courses, while a course in
• Graduation Requirements research design and methodology
encourages a more comprehensive
understanding of the goals and nature of
General Information research.
• A Communication Studies component with
specific attention to key theories that explain
The world of journalism is varied and challenging and
the interaction inherent in communication
Mount Royal's goal is to ensure that journalism and
processes.
digital media graduates have a range of skills and
• Strict attention to ethical practice as detailed
understandings that they can draw upon in this ever-
in a program-wide journalism policy manual.
changing landscape. The best journalism is
This blend of elements introduces journalism and
accomplished by people with a thorough grasp of the
digital media students to the expectations and
fundamentals of reporting, writing, editing, and
requirements of professional practice in the context of
illustrating news, the ability to think critically about
the role journalism plays in society while allowing
them to step outside that frame to consider other Digital Media students will be using widely available
ideas and forces that shape their world and to acquire and free-to-use open-source software that generally
depth and breadth of knowledge intended to serve needs to be downloaded and stored. It is advised that
journalism graduates in a variety of ways. students check with computer suppliers to ensure that
their computers will function effectively under these
circumstances.
Student Conduct
Professional work completed in the Journalism and General Admission
Digital Media program is guided by a Journalism Code
of Ethics and Professional Practices, to which all Requirements
journalism students at Mount Royal are expected to
adhere. Any deliberate breaches will result in
disciplinary action with transgressions being equated All students must meet the general admission
to academic and/or non-academic misconduct, and requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
with consequences as outlined in the Mount Royal indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
Code of Student Conduct.
Program Continuance Requirements
Communication program are subject to Mount Royal
requirements, indicated in the Admission section of
policies and regulations relating to baccalaureate
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
degrees and continuance.
following criteria:
Work Experience Academic Course

Journalism and Digital Media students are Requirements
encouraged to complete two non-credit semester-long
work experiences (with a 12 full-time workweek The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
minimum) in the communications field during their the specified minimum grades are required for
program but are required for graduation purposes to admission into the Bachelor of Communication -
complete one such supervised work experience. To Journalism program.
be eligible, all students must complete a range of
prerequisites. Because work experiences are • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
professional placements the program chair can, for a • Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30
fixed period, deny work experience eligibility to any - minimum grade 50%
student who has acted in an inappropriate and Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
unprofessional manner during the preparation phase, advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
or during work experience. Any student cited for confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
professional misconduct in advance of or during a grades will take place after all final/official transcripts
work experience will be required to withdraw from the have been received by the University. Applicants who
work experience process and could be subject to do not meet these minimum grade requirements will
further sanctions under the terms of the Student Code be denied admission.
of Conduct.
Computer Needs Indigenous Student

Admission
To participate in this program, a student will require
access to a computer with sufficient power, capacity,
and Internet access. In JOUR 1720 - Introduction to
Each year 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of • JOUR 2727 - Podcasting Workshop
Communication Studies - Journalism and Digital • JOUR 2740 - Visual Journalism I
Media program will be reserved for Indigenous
• JOUR 3729 - Digital Reporting Techniques
applicants through an Indigenous admission target.
• JOUR 3730 - Investigative Techniques
To be considered for admission under the Indigenous
Admission target, the applicant must: • JOUR 3747 - Visual Journalism II
• JOUR 3777 - Project and Content
1. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on Development
2. meet the definition of an Indigenous
One of:
Applicant
3. meet the minimum admission requirements
as indicated in the general admission • JOUR 4705 - Digital News Reporting and
requirements for Mount Royal University as Publishing
well as any program level admission • JOUR 4707 - Magazine Reporting and
requirements Publishing
Three of:
released on June 15 to students applying under the • JOUR 4705 - Digital News Reporting and
general admission requirements. Publishing
• JOUR 4707 - Magazine Reporting and
Publishing
Curriculum
• JOUR 4709 - Advanced Reporting: Current
Topics
The foundation of the Journalism and Digital
• JOUR 4727 - Advanced Visual Journalism
Media degree in Communication Studies is 24
Projects
required core Journalism courses, 10 General
• JOUR 4729 - Advanced Multimedia Projects
Education courses and six electives, for a total of 40
courses over four years. • JOUR 4747 - Advanced Audio Projects
• COMM 2410 - Media Ethics and Law Up to two courses above may be
• COMM 2500 - Introduction to substituted by one or both of:
Communication Studies • COMM 3797 - Special Topics in
• COMM 2501 - Media History and Communications
Contemporary Issues • COMM 3799 - International Communication
• COMM 3500 - Media, Culture and Projects
Communication Theory
• COMM 3738 - Research Design and Zero-credit program elements
Methodology
• COMM 4403 - Media Entrepreneurship • JOUR 4790 - Journalism Workplace Issues
• COMM 4501 - Roles and Practices in and Work Experience Preparation Seminar *
Contemporary Communications • JOUR 4791 - Journalism Work Experience I
• JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I *
• JOUR 1709 - Journalism Foundations II • JOUR 4792 - Journalism Work Experience II
• JOUR 1727 - Digital Storytelling I *
• JOUR 1728 - Digital Storytelling II
• JOUR 2707 - News Reporting I *All courses three credits, except for zero-credit courses JOUR
• JOUR 2709 - News Reporting II 4790, JOUR 4791 and JOUR 4792.
• JOUR 2718 - Community-centred Journalism

• JOUR 2720 - Digital Visualization Electives
• Six Electives across all sectors in society. The Bachelor of
Communication - Public Relations degree at Mount
Royal is designed for individuals interested in learning
General Education Requirements how to assist organizations to manage their
communication with a variety of audiences and key
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General stakeholders in ways that build and maintain ethical
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor and mutually beneficial relationships.
of Communication - Journalism and Digital Media.
The degree blends human and organizational
1. Four courses will be taken at the communication theory with an interdisciplinary
foundational level: one from each of the curriculum that will allow students to learn and work
thematic clusters. with students in Journalism and Digital Media,
2. Three courses will be taken at the second Broadcast Media Studies and Information Design. As
tier: no more than one from each of the well, a strong General Education component,
thematic clusters. One of these courses must common to all Mount Royal degrees, will ensure
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy breadth of study and the ability for students to pursue
cluster. a discipline outside of communication more fully.
selected from at least two of the thematic The Public Relations curriculum includes basic and
clusters. strategic communication planning, research theory
See the General Education section for more details on and design, international and intercultural
the nature and structure of general education. communication, media relations, fund development
and corporate philanthropy, issues management and
crisis communications, and the basics of financial
Graduation Requirements communication through a course in investor relations.
Specific skills, critical to a successful public relations
• Degree candidates in the Bachelor of professional are learned through several intensive
Communications - Journalism and Digital writing courses, computer-mediated communication,
Media must complete all core courses in the the basics of layout and design, and event
program with a final grade of "C" or better. management.
• Successful completion of 120 credits and all
Note: The nature and structure of the General
courses for graduation as listed.
Education component are common to all degrees.
• Successful completion of one non-credit
internship and the non-credit internship
preparation seminar. Student Conduct
Public Relations, BCMM Public relations students are expected to adhere to
the Code of Student Conduct as outlined for all
students at Mount Royal. As well, students will learn
• Admission and be held accountable for knowing and adhering to
• Curriculum the Canadian Public Relations Society's Code of
• Graduation Requirements Professional Standards. Any deliberate breaches to
either Code, such as academic dishonesty, will incur
consequences as outlined in the Mount Royal Code of
General Information Student Conduct.
Globalization, technology, new attitudes toward work, Program Continuance

workplace turbulence and the speed of change are all
affecting organizations' ability to communicate
effectively and responsibly. Now, more than ever, the
Communication - Public Relations degree must
public relations professional must be ready to bring
comply with all Mount Royal policies and regulations
communication solutions to the challenges
relating to baccalaureate degrees and continuance.
experienced in organizations large and small and
full description of the requirements and processes
Work Experience from their program chair.
To ensure our graduates are ready to take their place

in the profession, Public Relations students are General Admission
required to complete one non-credit, work experience
with an option to complete a second work Requirements
experience involving four months of full time
supervised work in a public relations setting. These
work experiences not only put newly learned skills to
requirements for Mount Royal University programs as
work, but they also expand the students' network, indicated in the Admission section of this Calendar.
build confidence and create opportunities to travel.
Students in the Public Relations program take their
first work experience during the summer following Additional Admission
their third year, and the optional second in the winter
semester of their final (fourth) year. To be eligible, all Requirements
students must complete a range of prerequisites. Both
work experiences involve professional placements In addition to meeting the general admission
and, as such, the program chair can, for a fixed requirements, indicated in the Admission section of
period, deny eligibility to any student who has acted in this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
an inappropriate and unprofessional manner during following criteria:
the preparation phase. Any student who receives a
work experience assessment of Fail for exhibiting
professional misconduct will be ineligible to continue Academic Course
in core courses until the work experience has been
successfully completed or may be required to Requirements
withdraw from the program, subject to the terms of the
Student Code of Conduct. The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
Certificate of Achievement admission into the Bachelor of Communication -
Public Relations program.
in International • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
Communication • Social Studies 30-1
Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
Students in any major of the Bachelor of advance of receipt of final/official transcripts,
Communication (BCMM), offered through the School confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
of Communication Studies, may obtain a Certificate of grades will take place after all final/official transcripts
Achievement in International Communication following have been received by the University. Applicants who
completion of a number of courses: including at least do not meet these minimum grade requirements will
two courses in a second language, three courses with be denied admission.
an international focus in a range of disciplines, and an
acceptable international volunteer, study abroad, or
work experience. Students may satisfy the
Additional Criteria
requirements of the certificate while completing their
degree, with completed courses counting towards In addition to meeting all academic admission
both. In doing so they will use some of their general requirements, applicants must meet the following
education course requirements at level two or three, criteria:
some of their communication courses, and some or all
of the four elective courses in their program of study. • Interview with public relations faculty
Completing the certificate within the framework of the
degree requires planning beginning in year one of the
degree programs. Interested students may obtain a
•
Indigenous Student COMM 4501 - Roles and Practices in
Contemporary Communications
Admission • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
Each year 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of • PUBR 1845 - Interpersonal Communications
Communication Studies - Public Relations will be • PUBR 1849 - Applied Writing I for Public
reserved for Indigenous applicants through an Relations
Indigenous admission target. To be considered for • PUBR 2803 - Applied Visual Communication
admission under the Indigenous Admission target, the for Public Relations
applicant must: • PUBR 2845 - Financial Public Relations
• PUBR 2849 - Applied Writing II for Public
1. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
Relations
2. meet the definition of an Indigenous • PUBR 3841 - Media Relations
Applicant • PUBR 3843 - Communication and
3. meet the minimum admission requirements Organizational Culture
as indicated in the general admission • PUBR 3847 - Public Relations Management
requirements for Mount Royal University as • PUBR 3851 - Computer Mediated
well as any program level admission Communication
requirements • PUBR 3855 - Research Methods for Public
Designated seats for this special consideration target Relations
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive • PUBR 3860 - Government Public Relations
• PUBR 3865 - Strategic Social Media for
Public Relations
• PUBR 4847 - International and Intercultural
Public Relations
• PUBR 4841 - Strategic Communication
Transfer Credit Planning
• PUBR 4851 - Issues and Ethics in Public
Students who have completed (in good standing) a Relations
diploma in public relations from MacEwan University • PUBR 4860 - Issues Management, Risk and
or Kwantlen Polytechnic University or other Crisis Communication
Universities in Canada may be eligible for transfer
credit. Public Relations is a distinct discipline and One of
students considering transfer must appreciate the
importance of the need for required foundation
courses in public relations theory and writing. • INFO 3670 - Project and Content
Management
• PUBR 3867 - The Canadian Energy Industry,
Curriculum CSR and Sustainability PR
• PUBR 3890 - Special Topics in Public
The foundation of the Public Relations degree in Relations
Communication Studies is 24 required core Public
Relations courses, 10 General Education courses and
six electives, for a total of 40 courses over four years. One of
• COMM 2500 - Introduction to • PUBR 4845 - Investor Relations

Communication Studies • PUBR 4849 - Fund Development and
• COMM 2501 - Media History and Corporate Philanthropy
Contemporary Issues
Zero-credit program elements
• PUBR 4890 - Public Relations Workplace • Admission
Issues and Preparation Seminar * • Curriculum
• PUBR 4891 - Public Relations Work • Graduation Requirements
Experience I *
*All courses are three credits except for zero-credit courses PUBR General Information
4890 and PUBR 4891.
The Bachelor of Education - Elementary is a four-year

Electives baccalaureate degree program that prepares its
graduates for certification from Alberta Education. The
• Six electives program is both course and experience-based, with
courses deliberately arranged to generate synergy
among them. The curriculum is designed to create a
General Education Requirements holistic experience for education students in their
understanding of teaching, learning and assessment.
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General Our program includes three semesters (Winter term of
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor year 2, Fall term of year 3, and Winter term of year 4)
of Communication - Public Relations. that require students to enrol in co-requisite courses
in order to maximize the opportunity for the integration
1. Four courses will be taken at the of courses and field experience/practicum
foundational level: one from each of the components. Students graduate with an evolving
thematic clusters. teaching philosophy based on opportunities to
2. Three courses will be taken at the second research, discuss and critically analyze aspects of
tier: no more than one from each of the education and schooling throughout the program.
thematic clusters. One of these courses must Several courses, both core and elective, require
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy students to participate in relevant classroom
cluster. experiences in the community. In addition, two
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, practicum experiences are featured in the final years
selected from at least two of the thematic of study. Students must complete a minor from the
clusters. approved list. Each year, the Bachelor of Education
For details on the nature and structure of General program responds to recurrent calls for an increase in
Education visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses. Indigenous teachers by reserving seats in the
Bachelor of Education program for Indigenous
For graduation purposes, all degree candidates in the Reading Break

Bachelor of Communication - Public Relations must
complete all core courses in the program, with a final All students must be available full-time for the entire
grade of C or better. four-month semester during practicum term(s) to
accommodate varied placement schedules within
• Successful completion of the total required
school districts/divisions/boards. Students registered
credits and courses for graduation as listed in EDUC 4030 should be aware the winter reading
• Successful completion of one non-credit week will not likely be the same as the scheduled
work experience placement and the non- Mount Royal Reading Week. These students will be
credit work experience preparation seminar. informed of when the winter reading week will occur
before the beginning of the winter semester. All other
Bachelor of Education students in the program will have reading weeks
congruent with the Mount Royal scheduled reading
weeks.
Education - Elementary,
B.Ed. Computer Needs
Bachelor of Education - Elementary students will during their program. Since completion of course
require access to a portable computer with sufficient requirements and eventual employment is dependent
power, capacity and internet access during regular upon the results of such checks, students who have
classroom activities. Students will be using widely concerns should discuss the matter with the
available and free-for-use open-source software that department chair.
generally needs to be downloaded and stored. It is
advised that students check with computer suppliers
to ensure that their computer will function effectively General Admission
under these circumstances.
Requirements
Program Continuance All students must meet the general admission
A student who remains in Good Standing is eligible to indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
continue in their program of studies.
Note: See the 'Additional Curriculum Additional Admission

Requirements' section for possible restrictions.
Requirements
Student Conduct In addition to meeting the general admission
The Code of Student Conduct is intended to establish this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
the general obligation to maintain the highest following criteria:
standards of academic honesty and personal conduct
according to community standards of respectful and
responsible behaviour. Students enrolled in the Academic Course
Bachelor of Education - Elementary program are
bound by, and shall comply with, the Alberta Requirements
Teacher's Association Professional Code of Conduct
and the Department of Education Field Experience The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
and Practicum Handbooks. Refer to the Field the specified minimum grades are required for
Experience and Practicum Handbooks for details. admission into the Bachelor of Education program:
Issues of non-compliance will warrant the student
being required to withdraw from the program. This • English Language Arts 30-1 - 65%
would apply to egregious issues such as situations of • Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 or a second
abuse of professional power or potential breaches of language 30
the Criminal Code. Students are responsible for
familiarizing themselves with the policies and
procedures of Mount Royal University as outlined in Minimum Overall Average
the Calendar, Code of Student Conduct and the
Student Handbook: Bachelor of Education program. Required for Final
Refer to the Student Handbook for details.
Admission
Police Information Check To be eligible for admission on the basis of High
School, applicants must present a minimum
All students in the Education program are required to admission average of 70% on their five appropriate
have a current Police Information Check and Grade 12 subjects. To be eligible for admission on the
Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing basis of Postsecondary standing, the applicant must
classes, at their own expense. Schools require the present a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of
presentation of these checks for participation in-field 2.50 on the eight most recently completed post-
experience and practicum. Students may be required secondary courses (minimum 24 credits).
to complete more than one Police Information Check
Although conditional admission may be granted • EDUC 2103 - Program of Studies and
before final/official transcripts are available, Curriculum Instruction in Teaching English
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum Language Arts
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts • EDUC 2321 - Education and Individual
have been received. Development
• EDUC 2371 - Language Development and
Literacy
Application Deadline: February 1
• EDUC 2375 - Effective Assessment
The application for admission and all supporting • EDUC 3010 - Practicum I
documents (required for admission assessment) must • EDUC 3104 - Arts Integration in Elementary
be received by this date. Education
• EDUC 3105 - Program of Studies and
Indigenous Student Curriculum Instruction in Teaching Physical
Education
Admission • EDUC 3106 - Program of Studies and
Curriculum Instruction in Teaching Science
Each year up to 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of
• EDUC 3108 - Program of Studies and
Curriculum Instruction in Teaching
Education - Elementary program will be reserved for
Indigenous applications through an Indigenous Mathematics
admission target. To be considered for admission • EDUC 3326 - Understanding Current and
under the Indigenous admission target, the applicant Emerging Pedagogical Technologies
must: • EDUC 4030 - Practicum II (semester long
practicum)
a. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on • EDUC 4107 - Program of Studies and
the Application for Admission Curriculum Instruction in Teaching Social
b. meet the definition of an Indigenous Studies
Applicant • EDUC 4201 - Integrating Ideas, Values and
c. meet the minimum admission requirements Praxis
• EDUC 4351 - Indigenous Perspectives in
Education
requirements
• EDUC 4361 - Teaching and Learning in
Inclusive Classrooms
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during Additional Courses
• Six Subject Minor Non-Education courses
• Five Subject Minor Non-Education
See general admission requirements in the courses/Open Electives
Admission section of this calendar for further • Two Education Electives
information.
Note
Curriculum
Students must achieve a minimum of 'B' grade in
It is strongly recommended that all students consult EDUC 1231 and EDUC 1233 courses. Grades below
with the Education Advisor to ensure that all teacher a 'B' grade must be replaced by repeating the course
certification requirements are also satisfied with before students may progress to any further education
appropriate course selections throughout this degree. courses.
• EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I Minor Requirements

• EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
Students must choose from one of the following 3. has met the residency requirement;
approved minors: 4. satisfies all program requirements specified
in the curriculum at the time of admission to
• Elementary School Health and Physical the program or the current program;
Education 5. meets the requirements for Good Standing at
• English the time the application to graduate is
• French evaluated.
• General Science for Elementary Education Exceptions to any of these conditions must be
approved, in writing, by the Dean of the program from
• History
which the student is applying to graduate.
• Humanities
• Indigenous Studies
• Linguistics Bachelor of Health and Physical
• Mathematics for Elementary Education Education
• Social Studies
• Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
Athletic Therapy, BHPE
The Athletic Therapy major will contribute to Alberta's
health care system by training graduates who are
Eight courses must be completed to meet the General prepared to become Certified Athletic Therapists.
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor Graduates will develop competency in emergency
of Education - Elementry. management, injury assessment, therapeutic
modalities, rehabilitation techniques, and clinic
1. Four courses will be taken at the foundation
management and administration. These
level: one from each of the four thematic
competencies will allow them to practice in sports
cluster areas.
medicine clinics, with amateur and professional sports
2. Four courses will be taken at the second tier:
teams, or at high school and post-secondary
no more than one from a given thematic
institutions. Some graduates will open their own
cluster.
private practices and all will have strong skills in the
o A literature course must be included
leadership and promotion of good health and
in the General Education
wellness.
Requirement Tier 2, Cluster 2 or 4
to fulfill the requirements of Alberta All BHPE - Athletic Therapy major students must
Education for teacher certification. complete the following courses in order to complete
o A Canadian studies course must be the BHPE core and major specific degree
included in the General Education requirements:
Requirement Tier 2, Cluster 3 to
fulfill the requirements of Alberta
Education for teacher certification. Curriculum
For details on the nature and structure of General
Education visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses. The Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
(BHPE) requires students to complete a total of 120
Graduation Requirements credits (the equivalent of 40 three-credit courses). The
120 credits required will be taken from the following
areas: core courses, major-specific courses, General
Eligibility to graduate from a Mount Royal program Education* and electives.
requires that a student meet all of the following
conditions: * Please consult the University Calendar for
information concerning the University's General
1. has been officially admitted into the program; Education requirement.
2. has completed at least 25% of the
graduation requirements as a student within
the program; Core Courses
The seven required core courses in the BHPE - • HPED 3030 - Research Methods and
Athletic Therapy consist of the following: Statistics for Health Professionals
• PHYL 1512 - Human Anatomy
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and
• PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
Physical Education
• PHYL 1550 - Individual Activities
• HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
• PHYL 2510 - Sport & Exercise Psychology
Foundations
• PHYL 2514 - Human Physiology
• HPED 1020 - Leadership and
Communication • PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate
Coaching
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student:
From Personal Health to Community Action • PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor • PHYL 3514 - Exercise Physiology
Leadership • PHYL 3516 - Biomechanics
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research • PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and
Methods Development
• HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives • PHYL 4518 - Motor Learning
Major Specific Courses General Education Requirements
All BHPE - Athletic Therapy students must complete Five courses must be completed to meet the General
the following 31 major courses as part of their Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
requirements: of Health and Physical Education - Athletic Therapy
• ATTH 2050 - Professional Practice in Athletic • Four courses will be taken at the
Therapy foundational level: one from each of the
• ATTH 2112 - Clinical Musculoskeletal thematic clusters.
Anatomy • One course will be taken at the second tier
• ATTH 2505 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Students admitted to the Bachelor of Health and
Injuries Physical Education - Athletic Therapy program
requires specific general education courses to meet
• ATTH 3110 - Musculoskeletal Assessment -
graduation requirements. These are specified in the
Peripheral
program curriculum. For incoming students in the
• ATTH 3120 - Therapeutic Modalities
BHPE program, it is important to seek clarification of
• ATTH 3130 - Rehabilitation Techniques I these requirements and up-to-date registration
• ATTH 3150 - Clinical Practicum I information through an Academic Advisor in the
• ATTH 3152 - Clinical Practicum II Department of Health and Physical Education. For
• ATTH 3160 - Field Practicum I details on the nature and structure of General
• ATTH 3162 - Field Practicum II Education see the General Education section of this
calendar.
Spinal
• ATTH 4130 - Rehabilitation Techniques II Continuance Requirements
• ATTH 4140 - Practical Clinical Management
and Administration In order for students to progress into the third year of
• ATTH 4150 - Clinical and Field Practicum III the Athletic Therapy Major, students must provide
• ATTH 4152 - Clinical and Field Practicum IV proof of completion of a course in:
• ATTH 5100 - Issues in Athletic Therapy
1. Taping and Prophylactic Support and;
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health
2. First Responder for Athletic Therapy. Both
• HPED 2830 - Introductory Flexibility and
courses are typically offered in August each
Relaxation
year. Students will be required to make the
• HPED 2850 - Introductory Strength Training appropriate arrangements to be available
and attend these courses when offered.
courses in order to complete the Bachelor of Health
and Physical Education - Ecotourism and Outdoor
Leadership.
To be eligible for graduation, Bachelor of Health and
Physical Education students must achieve a minimum
final grade of "C" in each core course and major Curriculum
course. Students must satisfactorily complete all of
the Mount Royal General Graduation Requirements The Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
as published in this Calendar as well as all the Major (BHPE) requires students to complete a total of 120
specific graduation requirements. credits (the equivalent of 40 three-credit courses). The
Students must follow the graduation application areas: core courses, major-specific courses, General
procedure outlined in the current Academic Calendar. Education* and electives.
Applications must be submitted by the date published
in the Calendar. All BHPE students must successfully * Please consult the University Calendar for
complete at least two practicum related courses in information concerning the University's General
order to graduate (see major-specific curriculum for Education requirement.
additional information).
Core Courses
CATA Certification
The seven required core courses in the BHPE -
Once students have graduated from the BHPE - Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership consist of the
Athletic Therapy program students can pursue following:
certification to become a Certified Athletic Therapist -
CAT(C). Details about certification requirements can • HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and
be found on the Canadian Athletic Therapists' Physical Education
Association (CATA) website - athletictherapy.org • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
Foundations
Note: Students will be required to provide proof of
a valid First Responder certificate along with all
Communication
courses in this program to be eligible to take the
Canadian Athletic Therapists' Association (CATA)
From Personal Health to Community Action
national certification examination.
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
Leadership
Ecotourism and Outdoor • HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research
Methods
Leadership, BHPE • HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives
The Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership major

contributes to Alberta's social and economic health.
The support of the health and wellness of Albertans
occurs by generating competent, knowledgeable, and All BHPE - Ecotourism and Outdoor
enthusiastic facilitators of contact with our natural Leadership students must complete the following 22
world. Graduates have skills and knowledge in major courses as part of their requirements:
tourism, business, sociocultural heritage, and outdoor
leadership that allow them to contribute to the vast • ECOL 1210 - Ecology
tourism sector in Alberta. These graduates are • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
prepared to provide leadership and strong Entrepreneurial Experience
contributions to the growing eco and adventure • ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism
tourism sectors. • ETOL 2270 - Theory and Practice in
Leadership
All students in the Ecotourism and Outdoor
• ETOL 3230 - Ecotourism Facilitation Skills
Leadership major must complete the following
• ETOL 3270 - Expedition * be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• ETOL 4270 - Applied Leadership cluster.
• ETOL 5200 - Issues in Ecotourism and
Outdoor Leadership
clusters.
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment
Students admitted to the Bachelor of Health and
• HPED 1640 - Program Planning Physical Education should seek clarification of these
• HPED 2050 - Professional Practice requirements and up-to-date registration information
• HPED 2870 - Introductory Backpacking through an Academic Advisor in the Department of
• HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing Health and Physical Education. For details on the
• HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel nature and structure of General Education visit:
• HPED 3050 - Practicum mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
• HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Graduation Requirements
* ETOL 3270 consists of a 10-day expedition To be eligible for graduation, Bachelor of Health and
in early May or late August. Students will be Physical Education students must achieve a minimum
responsible for personal subsistence costs final grade of C in each core course and major
associated with ETOL 3270. For more course. Students must satisfactorily complete all of
details, consult an Academic Advisor in the the Mount Royal General Graduation Requirements
Department of Health and Physical as published in this Calendar as well as all the Major
Education. specific graduation requirements.
Pick five of six courses Students must follow the graduation application
procedure outlined in the current Academic Calendar.
• HPED 2871 - Introductory Mountain Travel in the Calendar. All BHPE students must successfully
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival complete at least two practicum related courses in
Techniques order to graduate (see major-specific curriculum for
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing additional information).
• HPED 2875 - Introductory Mountain Biking
• HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking Major-Specific Graduation
• HPED 3884 - Winter Back Country Travel
Requirements
Electives Students must complete and provide proof of
completion of the following graduation requirements:
• Five Electives
• A self-directed outdoor expedition, approved
by the department;
• Current 40hr Wilderness First Aid;
• An advanced certificate related to the
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General ecotourism and outdoor leadership field,
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor approved by the department.
of Health and Physical Education - Ecotourism and
Outdoor Leadership.
Ecotourism and Outdoor
foundational level: one from each of the Leadership, BHPE
thematic clusters.
2. Three courses will be taken at the second (Honours)
An Honours degree provides more extensive
Ecotourism and Outdoor
exposure to the knowledge and practice of the
discipline. Students may apply to the department for Leadership Major Requirements
completion of twenty courses in the Bachelor of
• ECOL 1210 - Ecology
Health and Physical Education program. Acceptance
into the Honours stream is competitive meaning
students with higher GPAs will be considered
first. Students must present a minimum cumulative • ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism
Grade Point Average of 3.50. Students may apply for • ETOL 2270 - Theory and Practice in
entrance into Honours between March 1 and May 1 of Leadership
the academic year in which they have successfully • ETOL 3230 - Ecotourism Facilitation Skills
completed twenty courses. • ETOL 3270 - Expedition *
• ETOL 4270 - Applied Leadership
Honours students are required to complete:
• ETOL 5200 - Issues in Ecotourism and
1. Core courses required to obtain a Health and Outdoor Leadership
Physical Education Degree in their • GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment
respective major; • HPED 1640 - Program Planning
2. Additional courses in statistics and research • HPED 2050 - Professional Practice
methods; and • HPED 2870 - Introductory Backpacking
3. An Honours thesis. The thesis provides an • HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing
opportunity for the student to engage in
• HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel
research within a specific area of HPED,
apply the statistical and research methods • HPED 3050 - Practicum
skills they have acquired in previous • HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
courses, and provides the student with the • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
opportunity to write a formal research report • Two Elective courses
under the direct supervision of their • 10 General Education courses
supervisor. Completion of an Honours
degree indicates that you have engaged in *ETOL 3270 consists of a 10-day expedition
some form of independent learning, under in early May or late August. Students will be
the guidance of an HPED faculty supervisor, responsible for personal subsistence costs
over and above that required by regular associated with ETOL 3270. For more
degree-related course work. details, consult an Academic Advisor in the
Department of Health and Physical
Education.
BHPE Core Requirements
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Pick five of six

Physical Education
• HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical • HPED 2871 - Introductory Mountain Travel
Foundations • HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival
• HPED 1020 - Leadership and Techniques
Communication • HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: • HPED 2875 - Introductory Mountain Biking
From Personal Health to Community Action • HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor • HPED 3884 - Winter Back Country Travel
Leadership
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research
Methods Ecotourism and Outdoor
• HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives Leadership Honours
Requirements
• HPED 3030 - Research Methods and Students must complete and provide proof of
Statistics for Health Professionals completion of the following graduation requirements:
• A self-directed outdoor expedition, approved

One of by the department;
• Current 40hr Wilderness First Aid;
• CRJS 3005 - Qualitative Research Methods • An advanced certificate related to the
• HPED 5000 - HPED Honours Thesis ecotourism and outdoor leadership field,
• POST 2208 - Qualitative Research Methods approved by the department.
• PSYC 4412 - Advanced Statistical Methods
•
for Psychology *
SLGY 3323 - Qualitative Research Methods
Physical Literacy, BHPE
• Additional statistics and research
The Physical Literacy major provides an opportunity
methods courses at the 3000 level
or higher may be eligible to meet for graduates to contribute to the physical, emotional,
this requirement. Chair approval is and psychological wellness effects of living an active
required for any course that is not life. Students who complete this major will contribute
explicitly listed above. to the Provincial focus on health and physical
education. Graduates will have the skills and
* Students wishing to use PSYC 4412 will knowledge to shift the focus to the importance of
require Chair approval for entry into the physical activity and healthy lifestyles through
course. educating, facilitating and promoting healthy and
active lifestyles at the community and recreation
levels throughout Alberta.
All BHPE - Physical Literacy major students must
complete the following courses in order to complete
the BHPE core and major specific degree
requirements:
of Health and Physical Education - Ecotourism and
Outdoor Leadership.
Curriculum
thematic clusters. The Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
(BHPE) requires students to complete a total of 120
tier: no more than one from each of the credits (the equivalent of 40 three-credit courses). The
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy areas: core courses, major-specific courses, General
Education* and electives.
cluster.
* Please consult the University Calendar for
information concerning the University's General
clusters.
Education requirement.
Physical Education should seek clarification of these
requirements and up-to-date registration information Core Courses
through an Academic Advisor in the Department of
Health and Physical Education. See details on the The seven required core courses in the BHPE -
nature and structure of General Education here. Physical Literacy consist of the following:
Major-Specific Graduation • HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and

Physical Education
Requirements • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
Foundations
• HPED 1020 - Leadership and General Education Requirements
Communication
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: There is one course listed in the Physical Literacy
From Personal Health to Community Action Major Requirements that satisfies both the major
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor requirements and a portion of the General Education
Leadership requirements. In addition to this one course, students
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research require nine additional General Education courses to
Methods meet the General Education requirements to graduate
• HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives with a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education -
Physical Literacy.
Major Specific Courses 1. Four courses will be taken at the

All BHPE - Physical Literacy students must complete thematic clusters.
the following 20 major courses as part of their 2. Two courses will be taken at the second tier:
requirements: no more than one from each of the thematic
clusters (excluding Cluster 1)
• ATTH 2505 - Prevention and Care of Athletic 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
Injuries selected from at least two of the thematic
• HPED 2050 - Professional Practice clusters.
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health Students admitted to the Bachelor of Health and
Physical Education - Physical Literacy program
• HPED 3050 - Practicum
• PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
Understanding
• PHYL 1512 - Human Anatomy (This course BHPE program, it is important to seek clarification of
fulfils the General Education requirement for these requirements and up-to-date registration
Cluster 1, Tier 2) information through an Academic Advisor in the
• PHYL 1530 - Movement Education Department of Health and Physical Education. For
• PHYL 1550 - Individual Activities details on the nature and structure of General
• PHYL 2510 - Sport & Exercise Psychology Education visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
• PHYL 2514 - Human Physiology
• PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate Certification Opportunity
Coaching
• PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity
Students in the Physical Literacy Major have the
• PHYL 3514 - Exercise Physiology opportunity to become a Certified Personal Trainer
• PHYL 3516 - Biomechanics (CPT) through the Canadian Society for Exercise
• PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and Physiology (CSEP). In order to obtain this certification
Development students need to complete the required courses for
• PHYL 4340 - Health Promotion the Physical Literacy major and the following course
• PHYL 4518 - Motor Learning work:
• PHYL 5300 - Issues in Physical Literacy and
Health
• PHYL 4203 - Fitness Assessment and
Prescription
• HPED X8XX (3-credit activity course or
equivalent)
• HPED 2850 - Introductory Strength Training
• HPED, ATTH, ETOL, PHYL, or SRMG XXXX

(3-credit or equivalent) Graduation Requirements
Electives To be eligible for graduation, Bachelor of Health and

Physical Education students must achieve a minimum
final grade of C in each core course and major
• Four Electives
course. Students must satisfactorily complete all of
the Mount Royal General Graduation Requirements • HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and
as published in this Calendar as well as all the Major Physical Education
specific graduation requirements. • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
Foundations
Communication
in the Calendar. All BHPE students must successfully • HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student:
complete at least two practicum related courses in From Personal Health to Community Action
order to graduate (see major-specific curriculum for • HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
additional information). Leadership
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research
Methods
Physical Literacy, BHPE • HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives
(Honours)
Physical Literacy Major
An Honours degree provides more extensive Requirements
discipline. Students may apply to the department for
acceptance into the Honours stream upon successful • ATTH 2505 - Prevention and Care of Athletic
completion of twenty courses in the Bachelor of Injuries
Health and Physical Education program. Acceptance • HPED 2050 - Professional Practice
into the Honours stream is competitive meaning • HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health
students with higher GPAs will be considered • HPED 3050 - Practicum
first. Students must present a minimum cumulative • PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
Grade Point Average of 3.50. Students may apply for Understanding
entrance into Honours between March 1 and May 1 of
• PHYL 1512 - Human Anatomy (This course
the academic year in which they have successfully
fulfils the General Education requirement for
completed twenty courses.
Cluster 1, Tier 2)
Honours students are required to complete: • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
1. Core courses required to obtain a Health and • PHYL 2510 - Sport & Exercise Psychology
Physical Education Degree in their • PHYL 2514 - Human Physiology
respective major;
• PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate
2. Additional courses in statistics and research
Coaching
methods; and
3. An Honours thesis. The thesis provides an
opportunity for the student to engage in • PHYL 3514 - Exercise Physiology
research within a specific area of HPED, • PHYL 3516 - Biomechanics
apply the statistical and research methods • PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and
skills they have acquired in previous Development
courses, and provides the student with the • PHYL 4340 - Health Promotion
opportunity to write a formal research report • PHYL 4518 - Motor Learning
under the direct supervision of their
• PHYL 5300 - Issues in Physical Literacy and
Health
degree indicates that you have engaged in
• HPED X8XX (3-credit activity course or
some form of independent learning, under
equivalent)
the guidance of an HPED faculty supervisor,
over and above that required by regular • Two Electives courses
degree-related course work. • Nine General Education courses

these requirements and up-to-date registration
Physical Literacy Honours
information through an Academic Advisor in the
Requirements Department of Health and Physical Education. See
details on the nature and structure of General
Education here.
• HPED 3030 - Research Methods and
Statistics for Health Professionals
Sport and Recreation
One of
Management, BHPE
The Sport and Recreation management major is of
• HPED 5000 - HPED Honours Thesis
value and importance to Alberta's economic and
• POST 2208 - Qualitative Research Methods social future. Graduates will be trained and educated
• SLGY 3323 - Qualitative Research Methods to address the challenges associated with increased
• PSYC 4412 - Advanced Statistical Methods levels of sedentary behavior currently being
for Psychology * experienced and the increase in health issues
• Additional statistics and research methods connected to this behavior. Producing leaders that will
courses at the 3000 level or higher may be take active roles in sport and recreation in the
eligible to meet this requirement. Chair Province, including recreation centres, community
approval is required for any course that is not programming, sport and athletic facilities, and other
explicitly listed above. grassroots partners, would, therefore, enable Alberta
to tackle these issues providing lasting legacies
* Students wishing to use PSYC 4412 will locally, and providing leadership nationally.
require Chair approval for entry into the
course. All students in the Sport and Recreation Management
major must complete the following courses in order to
complete the Bachelor of Health and Physical
General Education Education - Sport and Recreation Management:
There is one course listed in the Physical Literacy Curriculum

Major Requirements that satisfies both the major
requirements and a portion of the General Education
requirements. In addition to this one course, students The Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
require nine additional General Education courses to (BHPE) requires students to complete a total of 120
meet the General Education requirements to graduate credits (the equivalent of 40 three-credit courses). The
with a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - 120 credits required will be taken from the following
Physical Literacy. areas: core courses, major-specific courses, General
Education* and electives.
foundational level: one from each of the * Please consult the University Calendar for
thematic clusters. information concerning the University's General
2. Two courses will be taken at the second tier: Education requirement.
no more than one from each of the thematic
clusters (excluding Cluster 1) Core Courses
The seven required core courses in the BHPE - Sport
clusters.
and Recreation Management consist of the following:
Physical Education - Physical Literacy program
Physical Education
BHPE program, it is important to seek clarification of Foundations
• HPED 1020 - Leadership and Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
Communication Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: of Health and Physical Education - Sport and
From Personal Health to Community Action Recreation Management.
Leadership
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research thematic clusters.
Methods 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives tier: no more than one from each of the
Major Specific Courses be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
cluster.
All BHPE - Sport and Recreation Management selected from at least two of the thematic
students must complete the following 18 major clusters.
courses as part of their requirements:
requirements and up-to-date registration information
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I through an Academic Advisor in the Department of
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the Health and Physical Education. For details on the
Entrepreneurial Experience nature and structure of General Education visit:
• HPED 1640 - Program Planning mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
• HPED 2050 - Professional Practice
• HPED 3050 - Practicum Graduation Requirements
• HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human To be eligible for graduation, Bachelor of Health and
Resources Physical Education students must achieve a minimum
• MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and final grade of C in each core course and major
Practices course. Students must satisfactorily complete all of
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing the Mount Royal General Graduation Requirements
• MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing as published in this Calendar as well as all the Major
• PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity specific graduation requirements.
• SRMG 1400 - Organization and
Administration of Sport
• SRMG 2400 - Commercial Recreation Applications must be submitted by the date published
• SRMG 2440 - Community Development in the Calendar. All BHPE students must successfully
• SRMG 3400 - Facility and Event Planning complete at least two practicum related courses in
• SRMG 5400 - Issues in Sport and order to graduate (see major-specific curriculum for
Recreation Management additional information).
• HPED, ATTH, ETOL, PHYL, or SRMG XXXX
(3-credit or equivalent)*
*Must be taken at a 2000 or higher level
Sport and Recreation
Management, BHPE
Electives
(Honours)
• Five Electives
An Honours degree provides more extensive
General Education Requirements discipline. Students may apply to the department for
completion of twenty courses in the Bachelor of
Health and Physical Education program. Acceptance • ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I
into the Honours stream is competitive meaning • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
students with higher GPAs will be considered Entrepreneurial Experience
first. Students must present a minimum cumulative
• HPED 1640 - Program Planning
Grade Point Average of 3.50. Students may apply for
• HPED 2050 - Professional Practice
entrance into Honours between March 1 and May 1 of
the academic year in which they have successfully • HPED 3050 - Practicum
completed twenty courses. • HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
Honours students are required to complete: Resources
1. Core courses required to obtain a Health and
Practices
Physical Education Degree in their
respective major;
2. Additional courses in statistics and research • MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing
methods; and • PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity
3. An Honours thesis. The thesis provides an • SRMG 1400 - Organization and
opportunity for the student to engage in Administration of Sport
research within a specific area of HPED, • SRMG 2400 - Commercial Recreation
apply the statistical and research methods • SRMG 2440 - Community Development
skills they have acquired in previous • SRMG 3400 - Facility and Event Planning
courses, and provides the student with the
• SRMG 5400 - Issues in Sport and
opportunity to write a formal research report
Recreation Management
under the direct supervision of their
• Three Electives
degree indicates that you have engaged in • Ten General Education courses
some form of independent learning, under
the guidance of an HPED faculty supervisor, Sport and Recreation
over and above that required by regular
degree-related course work. Management Honours
Requirements
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Statistics for Health Professionals
Physical Education
• HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical One of
Foundations
Communication
• HPED 5000 - HPED Honours Thesis
From Personal Health to Community Action • POST 2208 - Qualitative Research Methods
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor • PSYC 4412 - Advanced Statistical Methods
Leadership for Psychology *
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research • SLGY 3323 - Qualitative Research Methods
Methods • Additional statistics and research
• HPED 3010 - Sociological Perspectives methods courses at the 3000 level
or higher may be eligible to meet
this requirement. Chair approval is
Sport and Recreation required for any course that is not
explicitly listed above.
Management Major Requirements

* Students wishing to use PSYC 4412 will Students who complete all degree requirements will
require Chair approval for entry into the be awarded a Bachelor of Midwifery Degree (BMid)
course. from Mount Royal University.
Graduates of the BMid program are caring,

General Education Requirements competent, accountable, and ethical primary care
practitioners. Graduates meet the competencies to
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General practice midwifery autonomously and collaboratively
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor within an interprofessional healthcare team.
of Health and Physical Education - Sport and Graduates have entry-level midwifery knowledge,
Recreation Management. skills, and attributes that assist in providing safe,
individualized care for birthing people and families.
1. Four courses will be taken at the They adhere to evidence-based practice and
foundational level: one from each of the regulatory standards to co-create a midwifery care
thematic clusters. plan that meets the needs of care recipients.
2. Three courses will be taken at the second Graduates will have knowledge of and the ability to
tier: no more than one from each of the work within the scope of midwifery practice defined by
thematic clusters. One of these courses must the College of Midwives of Alberta. Graduates are
be from the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy focused on providing appropriate person-centred care
cluster. independently or within the multidisciplinary team,
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, leading to optimal antepartum, intrapartum,
selected from at least two of the thematic postpartum, and neonatal outcomes. This requires
clusters. that each graduate recognizes the depth and
Students admitted to the Bachelor of Health and limitations within the midwifery scope of practice.
requirements and up-to-date registration information Requirements for Midwifery Practice Experience
through an Academic Advisor in the Department of
Health and Physical Education. For details on the
Students will be familiar with the Standards of
nature and structure of General Education
Conduct set out by the College of Midwives of Alberta
visit: mtroyal.ca/gened/courses.
under the Alberta Health Professions Act prior to
clinical placements.
Bachelor of Midwifery
Students entering field/practicum placements will be
required to sign a Confidentiality Agreement requiring
Midwifery, B.Mid. them to maintain strict confidentiality regarding any
client information or data.
• Admission Clinical placements will include scheduled and on-call

• Curriculum hours, including days, evenings, nights and
• Graduation Requirements weekends. Placements from across the province and
potentially from outside the province may be used for
practical experience and many sites may be distant
General Information from Calgary. Students will require access to a vehicle
and technologies that allow frequent and regular
communication with the Midwifery Program. All travel
The Bachelor of Midwifery Program is a four-year and accommodation costs associated with practice
baccalaureate degree program that prepares experiences are the student's responsibility.
graduates for professional careers as Registered
Midwives. Students will benefit from a comprehensive, As delineated in each course outline and syllabus,
evidence-informed curriculum on midwifery care of students must demonstrate satisfactory clinical
pregnant individuals and their families during performance.
pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period.
The Midwifery Program reserves the right, at any
The program is offered over four Fall and Winter point, to remove a student from a clinical placement or
academic years with required Spring semesters. laboratory setting if the student exhibits unsafe clinical
practice or behaviour that places clients or others at student must achieve a minimum cumulative Grade
risk and/or violates the Standards of Conduct of the Point Average of 2.3.
Health Professions Act. Such removal will result in the
student receiving an F grade and may result in A grade below a C in a required core course or an EF
dismissal from the Program. (Experiential Failure) in a MDWF clinical course must
be cleared by repeating the course before a student
Academic Performance Requirements may progress to any further courses. Students whose
overall average falls below C+ must complete
additional courses to achieve the minimum average.
In matters of program continuance, there are
instances when institutional processes do not fully Students are permitted one re-registration in the same
address concerns related to student progress or required midwifery program course (a course with the
continuance in a program. This applies in the prefix MDWF, NURS, BIOL, HLTH, INTS). That is,
following circumstances: students are not allowed more than two grades below
the minimum pass or two withdrawals in the same
a. Violations of a professional code of ethics
midwifery program course, nor are they permitted one
and/or standards of practice (i.e. College of
withdrawal and one grade below the minimum pass
Midwives of Alberta). A committee established
within the same midwifery program course. Students
by the program will assess violations of
who are unsuccessful after two registrations in the
relevant codes and standards and whether the
same midwifery program course will be required to
student will be required to withdraw from the
withdraw from the program (RTWP). An appeal
program based on the seriousness of the
process is available. Refer to the student handbook
violation.
for information related to the appeal process.
b. Students who are unsuccessful after two
A student who has been RTWP may apply for
registrations in the same core course (as
readmission to the University no sooner than twelve
defined by the program) will be required to
months after receiving notification of the RTWP. The
withdraw from the program. This includes but
application for readmission must be submitted in
is not limited to the following examples of
accordance with the application deadline for new
unsuccessful registration:
students as specified by the Academic Schedule
published in the Academic Calendar. The applicant
• Students who do not achieve the minimum
must meet the program admission criteria that are in
required grade (as defined by the program)
place at the time of readmission, but the applicant will
in one or both registrations.
not be required to meet the competitive average. The
• Students who earn a grade of "F" in one or application for readmission will include a reintegration
both registrations.
plan. Detailed information about the reintegration plan
• Students who withdraw from the course with can be found in the student handbook or may be
a 'W' in one or both registrations. obtained from the program's academic advisor.
c. Students who are denied a practicum Readmission is not automatic. Applications for
placement by an external stakeholder because readmission will be considered on an individual basis.
of an assessed detrimental impact on the Readmission to the program will be granted one time
client, client group, or community being only.
served. Students who are unable to meet
clinical or field course requirements on this
Regulations
basis will be required to withdraw from the
program.
Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves
In order to be considered a continuing student of with the policies and procedures of Mount Royal
record in the Bachelor of Midwifery Program, the University as outlined in the Calendar, Code of
student must achieve a minimum overall C+ average Student Conduct and the Bachelor of Midwifery
with no course grade below a C in all required core Student Handbook.
courses exclusive of GNED courses. An 'EP'
(Experiential Pass) grade is required for all MDWF Program Duration
clinical courses. To be eligible for graduation, the
Program requirements for degree completion can be Police Information Check
completed in four academic years. Students have
eight calendar years from the date of initial Provincial legislation requires that new employees
registration in the Bachelor of Midwifery Degree to and volunteers in publicly-funded agencies, including
complete all requirements. Students seeking an hospitals, are subject to a Police Information Check
extension beyond eight years may be required to (PIC) that includes a Vulnerable Sector Check. In
complete additional coursework. some cases, agencies may require students to
provide proof of a police information check prior to
Program Interruption commencing a clinical course. All costs related to the
police information check are the responsibility of the
Students who interrupt their program are advised that student. If a student is denied a clinical placement,
they will be required to comply with regulatory due to concerns resulting from the check, then the
guidelines that may have come into effect, in the student will be unable to meet course requirements
interim, in regard to their program and requirements. and will be required to withdraw from the program.
Students will be required to re-apply for admission Refer to the statement regarding Police Information
and notify the Chair of the School of Nursing and and other background checks in this calendar.
Midwifery at Mount Royal University in writing by
March 15 of their intention to return for the following Immunization
Fall Semester.
Proof of up-to-date immunization status is required for
Opportunities for Further Study all professional practice courses and is the
responsibility of the student. All associated costs are
The Bachelor of Midwifery degree credential does not the responsibility of the student. Failure to maintain a
guarantee either eligibility for, or admission into, current immunization status will result in immediate
graduate and professional programs. Graduates must withdrawal from the clinical practice area.
meet the individual universities' admission
requirements in a competitive process. Students Additional Pre-practice Requirements
considering graduate school or professional schools
are encouraged to investigate their postgraduate Additional pre-practice requirements must be
educational plans with an academic advisor at the completed in each year of the program. All associated
institution in which they are seeking to enrol. costs are the responsibility of the student. The
program will provide students with more information
Students with Disabilities on these requirements.
When warranted, and without compromising

academic and professional midwifery practice General Admission
standards, Mount Royal University will provide
reasonable accommodation for the students with Requirements
documented disabilities. Students need to fulfill
program requirements to be eligible for graduation. In addition to meeting the general admission
Canadian Midwifery Registration Examination this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
following criteria:
Students will be prepared to meet the standards and
competencies for midwifery registration and practice Academic Course Requirements
to provide care within the Albertan and Canadian
health care systems. Admission is competitive and preference is given to
applicants who have the highest average based on
Students will be eligible to write the Canadian the conditional admission criteria for each admission
Midwifery Registration Examination upon satisfactory category. In addition to meeting the general admission
completion of all degree program requirements. requirements, the following specific courses (or
Students are responsible for all costs related to the equivalents) with the specified minimum grades are
examination.
required for admission into the Bachelor of Midwifery eight most recently completed post-secondary
program: courses (minimum 24 credits).
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 65% Application Deadline: February 1

• Biology 30 - 65%
• Chemistry 30 - 65% The application for admission and all supporting
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 65% documents (required for admission assessment) must
Although Conditional Admission may be granted in be received by this date.
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts Indigenous Student
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will Admission
Each year 10% of the seats in the Bachelor of
Additional Admission Criteria Midwifery program will be reserved for
Indigenous applicants through an Indigenous
The Bachelor of Midwifery program has limited admission target. To be considered for admission
enrolment and admission to the program is highly under the Indigenous admission target, the applicant
competitive. As a result, all applicants are required to must:
complete additional non-academic requirements
offered by Acuity Insights. The results of these non- a. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on
academic requirements will be used to differentiate the Application for Admission
between applicants when there are more
competitively qualified applicants than seats available b. meet the definition of an Indigenous
in the program. Applicant
Applicants should refer to TakeAltus.com to create an c. meet the minimum admission requirements
account and register to complete the assessments as indicated in the general admission
listed for the Mount Royal University Bachelor of requirements for Mount Royal University as
Midwifery Program (i.e., Casper). There are specific well as any program level admission
dates when applicants can complete Casper and requirements
these are listed at TakeAltus.com. These are the only
dates available, and applicants must select Mount
Royal University for distribution before the posted
Distribution Deadline. Visit the Acuity Insights website
for further information on this process.
No exceptions will be provided for applicants who are general admission requirements.
unable to complete the additional non-academic
admission requirements before the listed deadlines.
Admissions section of this calendar for further
information.
Minimum Overall Average Required for Admission
To be eligible for admission on the basis of High Transfer Credit Assessment

School or Mature, applicants must present a minimum
admission average of 70% on their five required and Transfer credits towards Mount Royal Midwifery
appropriate grade 12 subjects for high school (MDWF) courses will be limited to courses that have
standing and four required subjects for mature been successfully completed within seven years from
standing. To be eligible for admission on the basis of the date of initial registration in the student's original
Post-secondary standing, applicants must present a midwifery program. All Midwifery Core courses will not
minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 on the be eligible for transfer credit if taken more than seven
years ago. BIOL 1220 and BIOL 1221 will not be
eligible for transfer credit if taken more than seven • WGST 2221 - Women and Health
years ago.
Note
Curriculum
Courses are not necessarily offered in the sequence
All BMid students must complete the following shown. Students are responsible to ensure that all
courses: prerequisite and corequisite requirements are met
prior to registering in a course.
• BIOL 1220 - Anatomy and Physiology I
• BIOL 1221 - Anatomy and Physiology II
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and
Research Literacies
Four courses must be completed to meet the General
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional
of Midwifery.
Communication
• MATH 2333 - Statistics for Life Sciences • Four courses will be taken at the foundation
• MDWF 1001 - Survey of Midwifery - Past level: one from each of the four thematic
and present cluster areas.
• MDWF 1003 - Lab Sciences for Midwifery
• MDWF 2001 - Developing Midwifery Skills
• MDWF 2003 - Reproductive Physiology
• MDWF 2005 - Pharmacotherapeutics
Students in the Bachelor of Midwifery program must
• MDWF 2100 - Midwifery Care: Normal complete all core courses in the program with a final
Childbearing and Healthy Infants - Clinical grade of "C" or higher in theoretical courses and an
• MDWF 2101 - Midwifery Care: Normal experiential pass (EP) in practicum-based courses. To
Childbearing and Healthy Infants - Tutorial be eligible for graduation, students must satisfactorily
• MDWF 3001 - Pathophysiology for Midwifery complete all program requirements. Students must
• MDWF 3100 - Interprofessional Health maintain an overall minimum GPA of 2.30 to be
Placements - Clinical eligible for graduation. Students who have completed
• MDWF 3101 - Interprofessional Health their program requirements will be awarded a
Placements - Tutorial Bachelor of Midwifery degree from Mount Royal
• MDWF 3150 - Midwifery Care: Complications University. Students applying to graduate must do so
and Consultation - Clinical by the date published in the Academic Calendar.
• MDWF 3151 - Midwifery Care: Complications
and Consultation - Tutorial Bachelor of Nursing
• MDWF 3165 - Cultures and Communities
• MDWF 3175 - Midwifery Care: Maternal and
Newborn Pathology - Clinical Nursing, BN
• MDWF 3176 - Midwifery Care: Maternal and
Newborn Pathology - Tutorial • Admission
• MDWF 4100 - Midwifery Clerkship I - Clinical • Curriculum
• MDWF 4101 - Midwifery Clerkship I - Tutorial • Graduation Requirements
• MDWF 4150 - Midwifery Clerkship II -
Clinical
• MDWF 4151 - Midwifery Clerkship II - General Information
Tutorial
• NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with The Bachelor of Nursing Program is a four-year
Individuals I degree program. This degree program prepares
• NURS 1213 - Health Promotion with students for professional careers as Registered
Individuals II Nurses in a variety of settings. Students will benefit
from the program's learner-centred approach and a block and clinical shifts that may vary between 8 to 12
strong emphasis on nursing practice preparation and hours in length.
specialization opportunities.
Students are responsible for the purchase of uniforms
The program is offered over four Fall and Winter and other clinical accessories (e.g. stethoscopes) as
academic years with required Spring Semesters. Most outlined in the Bachelor of Nursing (BN) Student
courses will be offered in both the Fall and the Winter Handbook.
Semesters. Students completing all degree
requirements will be awarded a Bachelor of Nursing Students are required to maintain, throughout the
(BN) degree from Mount Royal University. term of any clinical/practicum placement 'fitness to
practice' which is defined by the Canadian Nurses
Association as "all the qualities and capabilities of an
Reading Break individual relevant to their capacity to practise as a
registered nurse [or nursing student], including but not
Students registered in courses in the third year of the limited to, freedom from any cognitive, physical,
program (NURS 3102, NURS 3104, NURS 3112, psychological or emotional condition and dependence
NURS 3114, NURS 3122, NURS 3124, NURS 3132, on alcohol or drugs that impairs his or her ability to
NURS 3134, NURS 3142, and NURS 3144 ) should practise nursing" (Canadian Nurses Association,
be aware that fall and winter reading weeks will not 2017, p. 22). Should a student, for whatever reason,
likely be the same as the scheduled Mount Royal be unfit for practice, it is the student's responsibility to
reading weeks. These students will be informed of remove themselves from the placement and report
when fall and winter reading weeks will occur before this to their clinical instructor. Students may return to
the beginning of fall and winter semesters. Students in the placement once they again meet the fitness to
the first, second and fourth year of the program will practice criteria. A note from a healthcare practitioner
have reading weeks congruent with the Mount Royal affirming fitness to practice may be required in some
scheduled reading weeks. circumstances. Please refer to the BN Student
Handbook for more details.
Requirements for Nursing Students may be required to leave a placement

(temporarily or permanently) should either the
Practice Experience placement host organization or Mount Royal
University determine the student poses a risk to the
Participation in scheduled clinical practice health and safety of patients/clients or others or to the
experiences (clinical), laboratory experiences, and property of the placement host.
simulated learning experiences is mandatory. Clinical
experiences are hosted predominantly in acute or
extended care settings, but may also take place in
Academic Performance
various community agencies. Requirements
Students are responsible for arranging transportation
to and from clinical practice sites and, in some cases, In matters of progression and continuance, there are
for travel that is part of completing clinical instances when institutional processes do not fully
responsibilities during a clinical shift anywhere within address concerns related to student continuance in a
the Calgary city limits. Attending clinical experiences program.
outside of the Calgary city limits is optional, but
This applies in the following circumstances:
students are encouraged to consider rural and remote
options when such opportunities are available. All
a. Violations of a professional code of ethics
travel and accommodation costs associated with
and/or standards of practice (i.e. NEPAC,
practice experiences are the responsibility of the
CRNA nursing professional practice
student.
documentation). A committee established by
the program will assess violations of relevant
Students are responsible for planning work and other
codes and standards and whether the
non-academic events to accommodate a clinical
schedule that varies semester to semester or block to
program based on the seriousness of the handbook for information related to the appeal
violation. process.
registrations in the same core course (as A student who has been RTWP may apply for
defined by the program) will be required to readmission to the University no sooner than twelve
withdraw from the program. This includes, months after receiving notification of the RTWP. The
but is not limited to, the following examples application for readmission must be submitted in
of unsuccessful registration: accordance with the application deadline for new
• students who do not achieve the students as specified by the Academic Schedule
minimum required grade (as published in the Academic Calendar. The applicant
defined by the program) in one or must meet the program admission criteria that are in
both registrations place at the time of readmission, but the applicant will
not be required to meet the competitive average. The
• students who earn a grade of "F" in
application for readmission will include a reintegration
one or both registrations
plan. Detailed information about the reintegration plan
• students who withdraw from the
can be found in the student handbook or may be
course with a "W" in one or both
obtained from the program's academic advisors.
registrations
Readmission is not automatic. Applications for
c. Students who are denied a practicum
readmission will be considered on an individual basis.
placement by an external stakeholder
Readmission to the program will be granted one time
because of an assessed detrimental impact
only.
on the client, client group, or community
being served. Students who are unable to
meet clinical or field course requirements on Regulations
this basis will be required to withdraw from
the program.
Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves
In order to be considered a continuing student of
with the policies and procedures of Mount Royal
record in the Bachelor of Nursing program, the
University as outlined in the Calendar, Code of
student must achieve a minimum 'C' grade (or
Student Conduct and the Student Handbook:
minimal prerequisite grade) or "EP" (Experiential
Undergraduate Nursing Program. Refer to the Student
Pass) grade in all nursing (NURS) courses. The
Handbook for details.
required Health Studies Courses (HLTH) are also
considered nursing courses. Students are required to
achieve a passing grade, as determined by each Program Duration
discipline, in all non-nursing courses.
Grades below a 'C' in a nursing course or an Program requirements for degree completion can be
unsatisfactory ("EF": Experiential Fail) in a nursing completed in four (4) academic years. Students have
clinical practice course must be cleared by repeating seven calendar years from the date of initial
the course before students may progress to any registration in the Bachelor of Nursing Degree to
further nursing courses. complete all requirements. Students seeking an
extension beyond seven years may be required to
Students are permitted one re-registration in the same complete additional course work. Extension requests
required nursing program course (a course with the will be considered See the Chair for details.
prefix NURS, BIOL, INTS or HLTH). That is, students
are not allowed more than two grades below the
minimum pass or two withdrawals in the same nursing Program Interruption
program course, nor are they permitted one
withdrawal and one grade below the minimum pass Students who interrupt their program are advised that
within the same nursing program course. Students they will be required to comply with any regulations
who are unsuccessful after two registrations in the that may have come into effect in regard to their
same required nursing program course will be program and requirements. Students will be required
Required to Withdraw from the Program (RTWP). An to re-apply for admission and notify the Chair of the
appeal process is available. Refer to the student Department of Nursing and Midwifery in writing by
March 15 of their intention to return for the following
Fall Semester or by October 1 for the following Winter Provincial legislation requires that new employees
Semester. and volunteers in publicly-funded agencies, including
hospitals, seniors' lodges, group homes, and nursing
homes are subject to a Police Information Check
Program of Study (PIC) that includes a Vulnerable Sector Check. In
some cases, agencies may require students to
To fulfill Mount Royal University's residency provide proof of a police information check prior to
requirements for degree completion, students must commencing a clinical course. Thus, students may be
complete the 3000 and 4000 level nursing courses, required to obtain more than one police information
with the exception of the 4000-level senior nursing check during their program of studies. All costs
option, through Mount Royal University. Students are related to the police information check are the
responsible for ensuring they have met the residency responsibility of the student. If a student is denied a
requirements. clinical placement, due to concerns resulting from the
check, then the student will be unable to meet course
requirements and will be required to withdraw from
Students With Disabilities the program. Refer to the statement regarding Police
Information and other background checks in this
When warranted, and without compromising calendar.
academic and professional nursing practice
standards, Mount Royal University will provide
reasonable accommodation for students with
Immunization
documented disabilities. Students need to fulfill
program requirements to be eligible for graduation. Proof of up-to-date immunization (including rubella)
status is required for all professional practice courses
and is the responsibility of the student. All associated
National Registered Nurse costs are the responsibility of the student. Failure to
maintain a current immunization status will result in
(RN) Examination immediate withdrawal from the clinical practice area.
Students will be eligible to write the national

Registered Nurse Examination upon satisfactory Mask Fit Testing
completion of all degree program requirements.
Students are responsible for all costs related to the As a prerequisite for acute care clinical practice, all
examination. students must be fitted for N95 masks in accordance
with Alberta Health Services policy. Mask fit-testing is
valid for two years or less if you have weight gain or
Cardiopulmonary loss greater than 4.5 kilograms, or following nasal
Resuscitation (C.P.R.) fracture or facial scarring. Evidence of mask fit testing
is to be provided to the School of Nursing and
Certification Midwifery office and students must have their mask
size with them for practical experiences. All costs
associated with this service are the responsibility of
Students must provide annual proof of current C.P.R. the student.
Certification for Healthcare Providers. Evidence of
certification is to be provided to the School of Nursing
and Midwifery office, by August 1 each year. All
associated costs are the responsibility of the student.
General Admission
Failure to maintain current CPR certification will result Requirements
in immediate withdrawal from the clinical practice
area. All students must meet the general admission
Police Information Check indicated in the Admission section of this calendar
Additional Admission Additional Admission
Requirements Criteria
In addition to meeting the general admission Mount Royal University's Bachelor of Nursing
requirements indicated in the Admission section of program has limited enrolment and admission to the
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the program is highly competitive. As a result, all
following criteria: applicants are required to complete a component of
the Acuity Insights (formerly known as Altus
Assessments) assessment tool known as Casper.
Academic Course Applicants can create an account and register to
Requirements complete this assessment here. The results of this
assessment will be used to differentiate between
applicants when there are more highly academically
The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with qualified applicants than seats available in the
the specified minimum grades are required for program.
admission into the Bachelor of Nursing program:
The dates available to complete Casper for the
• English Language Arts 30-1 - 60% current admission cycle are listed here. These are the
• Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60% only testing dates available and you must select
• Biology 30 - 60% Mount Royal University for distribution before the
posted Distribution Deadline. Visit the Casper website
• Chemistry 30 - 60%
for further information on this process.
No exceptions will be provided for applicants who are
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum unable to take Casper before the listed deadlines.
have been received by the University.
Application Deadline:
Applicants who do not meet these minimum grade
requirements will be denied admission. February 1
Minimum Overall Average The application for admission and all supporting
documents (required for admission assessment) must
Required for Admission be received by this date.
To be eligible for admission on the basis of High Transfer Credit Assessment

School or Mature Standing, applicants must present a
minimum admission average of 70% on their five
appropriate Grade 12 subjects for high school Transfer credit towards Mount Royal University
standing and 4 required subjects for mature standing. nursing (NURS) courses will be limited to courses that
To be eligible for admission on the basis of Post- have been successfully completed within seven years
secondary Standing, applicants must present a from the date of initial registration in the student's
minimum GPA of 2.5 on the eight most recently original nursing program.
completed post-secondary courses (minimum 24
credits).
Indigenous Student
Although conditional admission may be granted
before final/official transcripts are available, Admission
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts Each year up to 7% of the seats in the Bachelor of
have been received. Nursing program will be reserved for Indigenous
a. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on • NURS 3102 - Adult Health
the Application for Admission • NURS 3104 - Professional Practice in Adult
b. meet the definition of an Indigenous Health
Applicant
• NURS 3112 - Family Newborn Health
c. meet the minimum admission requirements
• NURS 3114 - Professional Practice in Family
Newborn Health
well as any program level admission • NURS 3122 - Child Health
requirements • NURS 3124 - Professional Practice in Child
Designated seats for this special consideration target Health
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive • NURS 3132 - Mental Health
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the • NURS 3134 - Professional Practice in Mental
Early Admission period. Any unfilled designated seats Health
will be released on June 15 to students applying • NURS 3142 - Older Adult Health
under the general admission requirements. • NURS 3144 - Professional Practice in
Seniors' Health
Admission section of this calendar for further • NURS 4111 - Trends and Issues in Nursing
information. Leadership
• NURS 4112 - Integrated Professional
Practice
Curriculum • NURS 5114 - Transition to Independent
Practice
All BN students must complete the following 31 • PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development
required courses as part of their program
requirements:
Senior Nursing Options
• BIOL 1221 - Anatomy and Physiology II Choose one:
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and
Research Literacies • ACCN 5531 - Critical Care Nursing and
Emergency Nursing: Assessment
• HLTH 4462 - Integrative Healing Practices in
Nursing
Communication
• NURS 4420 - Team Approaches to Chronic
• MATH 2333 - Statistics for Life Sciences
Disease Management
• NURS 1111 - Theoretical Foundations of
• NURS 4422 - Family Nursing: A Contextual
Nursing I
Practice
• NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with
• NURS 4425 - A Palliative Approach for
Individuals I
Individuals and Families
• NURS 4426 - Diversity in Health
Individuals II
• NURS 4427 - Influencing Health, Equity and
• NURS 1214 - Professional Practice I
Social Action
• NURS 4450 - Awareness, Resilience,
Nursing II
Advocacy, and Action
• NURS 2112 - Alterations in Health: Nursing
• NURS 4465 - Supportive Environments For
Knowledge and Therapeutics I
Mental Health
• NURS 2113 - Alterations in Health: Nursing
Knowledge and Therapeutics II
• NURS 2114 - Professional Practice II Note
Populations, Communities and Families Courses are not necessarily offered in the sequence
• NURS 2216 - Professional Practice III shown. Students are responsible to ensure that all
prerequisite and corequisite requirements are met
prior to registering in a course. Courses maybe This program, jointly offered by the Department of
offered in Spring or Summer semesters to Mathematics and Computing and the Bissett School
accommodate clinical placement availability. of Business, provides a forward-looking combination
of computer and business courses. Throughout eight
academic semesters and up to three cooperative work
General Education Requirements terms, students will develop the expertise required by
computing professionals.
Students in the Bachelor of Nursing program requires
specific general education courses to meet graduation The program has been developed by following well-
requirements. recognized international curriculum standards from
the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and
• Four courses will be taken at the the IEEE Computer Society (IEEE-CS) as well as
foundational level: one from each of the through continuous consultation with senior managers
thematic clusters. from Calgary businesses. The end result is a degree
For incoming students in the Bachelor of Nursing that meets the needs of business as well as the needs
program, it is important to seek clarification of these of graduates who must adapt to change in the future.
requirements and up-to-date registration information
through the Academic Advisors. Employers are looking for computer professionals with
a wide range of skills and abilities. Besides technical
skills, employees also need solid business
Graduation Requirements knowledge, the ability to work effectively in teams, a
willingness to think creatively, and to communicate
Students in the Bachelor of Nursing must complete all effectively using speech, text and images. This
NURS and HLTH prefix courses in the program with a degree prepares students for this environment
final grade of "C" or higher. BIOL courses require a through courses in computer science, business,
grade of a C- or higher. To be eligible for graduation, communications, and general education.
students must satisfactorily complete all degree
program requirements. Students must maintain an The program concentrates on the practical application
overall minimum GPA of 2.00 to be eligible for of computer systems in a business environment.
graduation. Students who have completed all program Students acquire a solid foundation in programming,
requirements will be awarded a Bachelor of Nursing systems analysis and design, Internet development,
degree from Mount Royal University. hardware and networking support and in-depth
knowledge of standard business practices. Students
Students applying to graduate must do so by the date broaden their learning by extending it to the workplace
published in the Mount Royal University Calendar. during a minimum of one, and up to three, cooperative
work terms where they will gain hands-on work
experience.
Bachelor of Computer
Information Systems With this blend of abilities, graduates are well-suited
to work in large or small companies, act as self-
employed consultants, or start their own businesses.
Computer Information Graduates may expect to find work as programmers
or junior analysts, as a user and technical support
Systems, BCIS specialists, as web developers, as database
developers, or in one of many other IT-based jobs.
• Admission
• Curriculum Program Continuance
Students accepted into the Bachelor of Computer
General Information Information Systems degree program must comply

with all University policies and regulations relating to
baccalaureate degrees and continuance.
basis. These fees must be paid or notice of financial
Work Experience assistance provided by the fee deadline for the
semester in which the placement occurs.
The Academic Plan of Mount Royal stresses the
importance of experiential education in all academic
curricula. The Bachelor of Computer Information General Admission
Systems degree requires that all students complete at
least one non-credit work experience term. Students Requirements
can then proceed to take an optional work term if they
so wish.
Note: Students must complete the Orientation to
Co-operative Education course (COOP 0001) prior
to the mandatory work term, To be eligible for a
work term students must have completed the Additional Admission
prerequisite courses and must obtain a minimum
cumulative GPA. For additional information, Requirements
please contact the Career Services Work
Experience Coordinator at 403.440.6542, Room
A200.
requirements indicated in the Admission section,
applicants must also satisfy the following criteria:
Co-operative Education
Option Academic Course
Requirements
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Computer
Information Systems program have the opportunity to
pursue their degree as a Co-operative Education
degree. Students who successfully complete three
admission into the Bachelor of Computer Information
Co-op work terms will be eligible for a notation on
Systems program.
both their transcript and their parchment, in
accordance with the guidelines of the Co-operative
Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada
• Mathematics 30-1 - 60%
(CEWIL).
To be eligible to participate in the BCIS Co-operative
Education Option, students must have completed the
prerequisite courses required for entrance into their
respective Co-op work-term placements and maintain
a minimum cumulative GPA. For additional
information about Co-operative education, please
contact the Career Services department at
403.440.6542, Room A200. Indigenous Admission
Co-operative Education Requirements
Fees Each year 7% of the admission seats in the Bachelor
of Computer Information Systems program will be
reserved for Indigenous students through an
A half course fee is assessed for the Orientation to
Indigenous admission target.
Co-operative Education course prior to the first work-
term. Fees for each Co-operative Education work
term are assessed thereafter on a course-by-course
a. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
the Application for Admission. Theory and Practice
b. meet the definition of an Indigenous
Applicant. • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing or
• LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and
well as the specific admission requirements
for the Bachelor of Computer Information
Practices or
Systems.
Designated seats for this special consideration target • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive Entrepreneurial Experience or
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
released on June 15 to students applying under the Senior Approved Options
General Admission requirements.
See general admission requirements in the Computer Science Options

information. All Computer Information Systems students must
complete four approved Senior Computer Science
Options as part of their requirements:
Curriculum
• COMP 3504 - Programming IV: Software
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts Engineering
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object • COMP 3551 - GUI Development
Oriented Programming • COMP 3505 - Software Testing
• COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem • COMP 3523 - Applied Machine Learning
Solving and Programming • COMP 3654 - Usable Privacy and Security
• COMP 2503 - Programming III: Data • COMP 4513 - Web III: Advanced Web
Structures Development
• COMP 2511 - Web I: Client Development • COMP 4522 - Database-II: Advanced
• COMP 2521 - Database I: Data Modeling Databases
and Query Languages • COMP 4535 - Computer Security
• COMP 2531 - Computer Architecture and • COMP 4545 - Information Systems
Operating Systems Organization
• COMP 2541 - Systems Analysis • COMP 4555 - Games Development
• COMP 3309 - Information Technology and • COMP 5590 - Senior Project
Society
• COMP 3512 - Web II: Web Application Business Options
Development
• COMP 3532 - System Administration and All Computer Information Systems students must
Maintenance complete two approved Senior Business Options as
• COMP 3533 - Network Infrastructure and part of their requirements. Students may choose any
Security 3000-level or higher course offered by the Bissett
• COMP 4543 - Project Management and School of Business.
Quality Assurance
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Computer Science or Business Options
Resources
• MATH 1505 - Puzzling Adventures in All Computer Information Systems students must
Mathematics complete two additional approved senior options.
Students can choose from the list of approved
computer science options above or the list of
Curriculum
approved senior business options above.
Students must complete the following required core

Electives courses:
• Four Electives • BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology

• BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes
• BIOL 2101 - Genetics
• BIOL 2105 - Microbiology I
• BIOL 2110 - Comparative Vertebrate
Anatomy and Physiology
of Computer Information Systems. • BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
• BIOL 2213 - Principles of Ecology and
1. Four courses will be taken at the Evolution
foundational level: one from each of the • BIOL 3401 - Big Questions and Big Data in
thematic clusters. Biology
2. Three courses will be taken at the second • BCEM 2201 - General Biochemistry
tier: no more than one from each of the • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
thematic clusters. and Bonding
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry -
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
clusters.
• CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
Graduation Requirements • MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological
Sciences
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Computer • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
Information Systems degree program must obtain a • PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II
minimum grade of C- in all COMP prefix courses used
to satisfy program major requirements.
One of
Bachelor of Science
• GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and
Resource Management
Biology, B.Sc. • INST 3740 - Indigenous Research Ethics
and Protocols
Biology is the study of life and living organisms. A

• PHIL 2223 - Bio Ethics
Biology Major allows students the flexibility to take a • PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics
number of courses across various fields of biology • PHIL 2291 - Philosophy and the Environment
including: genetics, cell biology, microbiology,
molecular biology, ecology, evolution, anatomy and One of
physiology. These courses provide a solid foundation
to understand living organisms, their composition, life
cycles, adaptations and environments. In the Biology • BIOL 5203 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
Major, students will combine their theoretical Capstone
knowledge with the development of practical skills • BIOL 5208 - Anatomy and Physiology
through various experiential learning opportunities. Capstone
Students also have the ability to specialize by • BIOL 5301 - Evolution and Ecology
completing a set of courses leading to concentrations Capstone
in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and
Physiology, or Ecology and Evolution.
Biology Approved Options
Students can take 8 courses from the following list of Note
Biology Approved Options to create their own
pathway through a biology major based on their
Please note the following restrictions when selecting
interests and future aspirations.
courses to satisfy the Biology Approved Options
requirement:
• BIOL 2203 - Human Anatomy
• BIOL 2214 - Invertebrate Zoology
• Maximum of two courses at the 2000-level;
• BIOL 3101 - Molecular Genetics • Maximum of two non-BIOL-prefixed courses;
• BIOL 3102 - Cell Dynamics and Signalling
• Minimum of two courses at the 4000-level or
• BIOL 3104 - Human Physiology I higher.
• BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II
• BIOL 3106 - Evolutionary Biology
Electives
• BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
• BIOL 3110 - Comparative Vertebrate
Biomechanics
• Four elective courses
• BIOL 3201 - Common Ground: Learning
from the Land General Education Requirements
• BIOL 3203 - Genomes
• BIOL 3204 - Histology Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• BIOL 3205 - Human Physiology II Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
• BIOL 3299 - Directed Readings of Science - Biology.
• BIOL 3301 - Animal Behaviour
• BIOL 4101 - Advanced Cellular and foundational level: one from each of the
Molecular Biology I thematic clusters.
• BIOL 4102 - Pathophysiology: Mechanisms 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
of Disease tier:
• BIOL 4202 - Advanced Cellular and no more than one course from a thematic clu
Molecular Biology II ster.BSc students will make their Tier 2
• BIOL 4207 - Womb-to-Tomb: Embryology, selections from clusters other than
Development and Aging Numeracy and Scientific Literacy.
• BIOL 4209 - Neuroscience 3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier,
• BIOL 4210 - Sensorimotor Physiology selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
• BIOL 4211 - Applied Human Physiology
For course information visit the General
• BIOL 4299 - Directed Readings
Education section of this calendar. Students are
• BIOL 4310 - Molecular Ecology encouraged to meet with an advisor before registering
• BIOL 4320 - Field Biology Research for a course.
Techniques
• BIOL 4401 - Population and Conservation
Genetics
Concentration in Anatomy and
• BIOL 5201 - Independent Projects I Physiology
• BIOL 5202 - Independent Projects II
• BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry A concentration in Anatomy and Physiology provides
• BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic students with a solid understanding of human
Systems physiology, anatomy, and cellular processes.
• COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem Students that want to complete a concentration in
Solving for the Sciences Anatomy and Physiology need to complete
• GEOG 2553 - Geographic Information six courses from the following list, and two other
Biology Approved Options from the list above.
Systems
• GEOG 3553 - Spatial Analysis and GIS
• BIOL 3104 - Human Physiology I • BIOL 3106 - Evolutionary Biology
• BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
• BIOL 3110 - Comparative Vertebrate • BIOL 3301 - Animal Behaviour
Biomechanics • BIOL 4310 - Molecular Ecology
• BIOL 3204 - Histology • BIOL 4320 - Field Biology Research
• BIOL 3205 - Human Physiology II Techniques
• BIOL 4102 - Pathophysiology: Mechanisms • BIOL 4401 - Population and Conservation
of Disease Genetics
• BIOL 4207 - Womb-to-Tomb: Embryology, • Two Biology Approved Options
Development and Aging
• BIOL 4209 - Neuroscience
• BIOL 4210 - Sensorimotor Physiology
Biology, B.Sc. (Honours)
• BIOL 4211 - Applied Human Physiology
The BSc - Biology Honours degree provides students
• Two Biology Approved Options
with an intensive year-long research experience and
the opportunity to complete a major research project
Concentration in Cellular and under the guidance of a qualified biology supervisor.
The program is competitive and intended to provide
Molecular Biology advanced preparation in research to students
interested in pursuing graduate programs. The core
The Cellular and Molecular Biology concentration requirements for the BSc in Biology are
provides students with knowledge and skills directly augmented through the completion of two courses,
related to the study of biological systems from BIOL 5501 and BIOL 5502 - Honours Research I & II,
biomolecular, cellular, and systemic perspectives. taken in sequential semesters and focused on the
Students will complete six required courses and two same project. These two additional core courses
Biology Approved Options to satisfy the requirements replace two of the eight Biology approved options in
for this concentration. the BSc - Biology major, leaving students with six
approved options in their Biology Honours degree. If
• BIOL 3101 - Molecular Genetics so desired, students may complete one of the Biology
• BIOL 3102 - Cell Dynamics and Signalling concentrations concurrently with the Biology Honours
• BIOL 4101 - Advanced Cellular and degree. At the end of the project, students produce a
Molecular Biology I final manuscript to their advisory committee and
• BIOL 4202 - Advanced Cellular and present their results to the Biology Department.
Molecular Biology II Admission into the program requires a minimum
• Two Biology Approved Options grade of B- in BIOL 3401, a minimum GPA of 3.5 in
any six 2000-, 3000-, and 4000-level BIOL-prefixed
approved options or core courses and successfully
Two of the following securing an Honours supervisor.
• BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry Required Core Courses

• BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II
• BIOL 3203 - Genomes Students must complete the following core courses:
Concentration in Ecology and • BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology

Evolution • BIOL 2101 - Genetics
• BIOL 2105 - Microbiology I
An Ecology and Evolution Concentration explores • BIOL 2110 - Comparative Vertebrate
biodiversity, interactions of organisms with their Anatomy and Physiology
environment, adaptations, and evolutionary
• BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
processes. Students completing this concentration
need to take eight courses from the following:
• BIOL 2213 - Principles of Ecology and • BIOL 3104 - Human Physiology I
Evolution • BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II
• BIOL 3401 - Big Questions and Big Data in • BIOL 3106 - Evolutionary Biology
Biology • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
• BCEM 2201 - General Biochemistry • BIOL 3110 - Comparative Vertebrate
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure Biomechanics
and Bonding • BIOL 3201 - Common Ground: Learning
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - from the Land
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry • BIOL 3203 - Genomes
• CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I • BIOL 3204 - Histology
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I • BIOL 3205 - Human Physiology II
• MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological • BIOL 3299 - Directed Readings
Sciences
• BIOL 3301 - Animal Behaviour
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
• BIOL 4101 - Advanced Cellular and
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II Molecular Biology I
• BIOL 5501 - Honours Research I • BIOL 4102 - Pathophysiology: Mechanisms
• BIOL 5502 - Honours Research II of Disease
• BIOL 4202 - Advanced Cellular and
One of Molecular Biology II
• BIOL 4207 - Womb-to-Tomb: Embryology,
Resource Management
• BIOL 4209 - Neuroscience
• INST 3740 - Indigenous Research Ethics

and Protocols • BIOL 4211 - Applied Human Physiology
• PHIL 2223 - Bio Ethics • BIOL 4299 - Directed Readings
• PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics • BIOL 4310 - Molecular Ecology
• PHIL 2291 - Philosophy and the Environment • BIOL 4320 - Field Biology Research
Techniques
• BIOL 4401 - Population and Conservation
One of Genetics
• BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry
• BIOL 5203 - Cellular and Molecular Biology • BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic
Capstone Systems
• BIOL 5208 - Anatomy and Physiology • COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem
Capstone Solving for the Sciences
• BIOL 5301 - Evolution and Ecology • GEOG 2553 - Geographic Information
Capstone Systems
Biology Approved Options
Note
Students can take 6 courses from the following list of
Biology Approved Options to create their own Please note the following restrictions when selecting
pathway through a biology major based on their courses to satisfy the Biology Approved Options
interests and future aspirations. requirement:
• BIOL 2203 - Human Anatomy • Maximum of two courses at the 2000-level;

• BIOL 2214 - Invertebrate Zoology • Maximum of two non-BIOL-prefixed courses;
• BIOL 3101 - Molecular Genetics • Minimum of two courses at the 4000-level or
• BIOL 3102 - Cell Dynamics and Signalling higher.
Electives • BIOL 4211 - Applied Human Physiology
• Four elective courses Concentration in Cellular and

Molecular Biology
The Cellular and Molecular Biology concentration
Ten courses must be completed to meet the General provides students with knowledge and skills directly
Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor related to the study of biological systems from
of Science - Biology. biomolecular, cellular, and systemic perspectives.
Students will complete six required courses from the
1. Four courses will be taken at the following to satisfy the requirements for this
foundational level: one from each of the concentration.
thematic clusters.
2. Three courses will be taken at the second • BIOL 3101 - Molecular Genetics
tier: BSc students will make their Tier 2 • BIOL 3102 - Cell Dynamics and Signalling
selections from clusters other than
• BIOL 3203 - Genomes
Numeracy and Scientific Literacy.
Choose Two:
clusters.
• BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry
For course information visit the General • BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II
Education section of this calendar. Students are • BIOL 4101 - Advanced Cellular and
encouraged to meet with an advisor before registering Molecular Biology I
for a course. • BIOL 4202 - Advanced Cellular and
Molecular Biology II
Concentration in Anatomy and

Physiology Concentration in Ecology and
Evolution
A concentration in Anatomy and Physiology provides
students with a solid understanding of human An Ecology and Evolution Concentration explores
physiology, anatomy, and cellular processes. biodiversity, interactions of organisms with their
Students that want to complete a concentration in environment, adaptations, and evolutionary
Anatomy and Physiology need to complete processes. Students completing this concentration
six courses from the following list. need to take six courses from the following:
• BIOL 2203 - Human Anatomy • BIOL 3106 - Evolutionary Biology

• BIOL 3104 - Human Physiology I • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
• BIOL 3204 - Histology • BIOL 3301 - Animal Behaviour
• BIOL 3205 - Human Physiology II • BIOL 4310 - Molecular Ecology
• BIOL 4320 - Field Biology Research
Choose Two: Techniques
• BIOL 3105 - Microbiology II • BIOL 4401 - Population and Conservation
• BIOL 3110 - Comparative Vertebrate Genetics
Biomechanics
• BIOL 4102 - Pathophysiology: Mechanisms
of Disease
Chemistry, B.Sc.
Development and Aging The Chemistry Major is intended to give students
• BIOL 4209 - Neuroscience exposure to all areas of chemistry, as well as a solid
grounding in general education and a community
learning focus. The program also encompasses an General Education Requirements
optional concentration: Analytical Biochemistry with a
strong focus on preparing students for future research
or careers in biochemistry laboratories. This major
has a strong experiential learning component, both in Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
of Science - Chemistry.
terms of course-based lab experiences and in
Community Service Learning (CSL). These CSL-rich
courses are one of the defining features of the
program. They promote team-based approaches as
thematic clusters.
learners engage with questions pertinent to their
communities. The intention is to provide junior
tier: no more than one course from a themati
students with research experiences early in their
c cluster. BSc students will make their Tier 2
academic careers, while senior students apply their
selections from clusters other than
subject matter expertise in a more advanced role.
Numeracy and Scientific Literacy.
This 'real-world' team-based problem solving will help
prepare learners for the types of projects they will face
in their future careers.
clusters.
For course information visit the General
Curriculum Education section of this calendar. Students are
encouraged to meet with an advisor before registering
for a course.
All Chemistry students must take the following 16
required core courses.
Concentration in Analytical
• BCEM 2201 - General Biochemistry
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
Biochemistry
and Bonding
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - The Analytical Biochemistry concentration in the B.Sc.
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry in Chemistry is a novel program that straddles the
• CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I disciplines of analytical chemistry and biochemistry.
Students will develop valuable analytical chemistry
• CHEM 2102 - Organic Chemistry II
skills in the context of biochemistry and biology. This
• CHEM 2301 - Analytical Chemistry I:
concentration will take full advantage of the
Quantitative Analysis community service learning opportunities integrated
• CHEM 2302 - Analytical Chemistry II: into the B.Sc. Chemistry degree. The skills and
Introduction to Instrumental Analysis experiences that students will gain from this
• CHEM 2401 - Inorganic Chemistry concentration will be of great value regardless of
• CHEM 2601 - Introduction to Physical students' future plans.
Chemistry
• CHEM 3200 - Research Methods in • BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry
Chemistry • BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic
• CHEM 3601 - Thermodynamics Systems
• COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem • BCEM 4201 - Lipids and Membranes
Solving for the Sciences • BCEM 4210 - Topics in Structural Biology
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I • BCEM 5200 - Analytical Biochemistry in a
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II Community Context
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I • BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II • BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes
• BIOL 2101 - Genetics
Electives • BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology

• CHEM 4301 - Advanced Analytical
Chemistry
• Four elective courses.
General Chemistry Option General Information
The General Chemistry option in the B.Sc. in
Chemistry covers the wide range of topics found in The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science
traditional degrees. This breadth of subjects provides allows students to pursue a concentrated study of
students with a broad range of valuable knowledge computer science, along with another discipline (the
and skills. Through the use of approved options, "Computing and X" model). Students will study the
students will be able to customize this program to suit foundations of computing, including mathematics,
their interests. Finally, integrated community service programming, computing theory, operating systems
learning gives students valuable experience in and networking. These foundations are
applying classroom learning towards answering complemented by the knowledge accumulated in
problems and concerns of external community other disciplines such as biology, geographic
partners. information systems, physics, mathematics, or
chemistry. The result is a unique degree featuring
• CHEM 3202 - Spectroscopic Methods strength in computing, breadth in general education,
and a focus on a particular discipline of interest.
• CHEM 3602 - Elementary Quantum
Mechanics
Furthermore, Computer science is the intellectual
• CHEM 4701 - Molecular Modelling heart of all the computing disciplines and it intersects
• CHEM 5200 - Community Service Learning with many other disciplines, such as mathematics,
Projects logic, linguistics and the natural sciences. For this
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists reason, Computer Science remains the discipline of
and Engineers choice for pursuing postgraduate study. Building on a
• MATH 3200 - Mathematical Methods theoretical foundation in computer science, the
• PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and curriculum will prepare graduates for a successful
Radiation career by combining technical and professional
requirements with general education. Students will
develop skills and competencies in demand by the
Three of labour market: they will be communicative, creative,
critical, and collaborative. High demand for students
Three of the following fourth-year courses one of with these skills has been created by the
which must include a lab: technological changes that are rapidly transforming
our economy.
• BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology
• CHEM 4103 - Advanced Organic Chemistry: The program has been developed by following well-
Synthesis recognized international curriculum standards from
the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) as
• CHEM 4213 - Drug Discovery
well as through continuous consultation with senior
• CHEM 4301 - Advanced Analytical computer scientists from Calgary businesses. The
Chemistry end result is a niche degree that meets the needs of
• CHEM 4411 - Organometallic Chemistry and graduates who must adapt to change in the future.
Catalysis
• CHEM 4602 - Advanced Quantum
Mechanics Program Continuance
• CHEM 4603 - Symmetry and Spectroscopy
• CHEM 4801 - Nuclear Chemistry Students accepted into the B.Sc. in Computer
Science degree program must comply with all
University policies and regulations relating to
Computer Science, B.Sc. baccalaureate degrees and continuance.
• Admission
Work Term
• Curriculum
A co-operative education option is available to the The 16 required core courses in the BSc Computer
students. Science consist of the following:
• COMP 1633 - Introduction to Computer

General Admission Science II
• COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem
Requirements Solving and Programming
• COMP 2613 - Introduction to Computability
All students must meet the general admission • COMP 2631 - Information Structures I
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as • COMP 2633 - Foundations of Software
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. Engineering
• COMP 2655 - Computing Machinery I
Additional Admission • COMP 2659 - Computing Machinery II
• COMP 3309 - Information Technology and
Requirements Society
• COMP 3614 - Algorithms and Complexity
In addition to meeting the general admission • COMP 3649 - Programming Paradigms
requirements indicated in the Admission section of • COMP 3659 - Operating Systems
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
following criteria. • MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists
and Engineers
Academic Course • MATH 1271 - Discrete Mathematics
• MATH 2234 - Concepts of Mathematical
Requirements Statistics
• PHIL 1179 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic
the specified minimum grades are required for Approved options
admission into the Bachelor of Science - Computer
Science program:
Students must complete six of the following courses
as Approved Options. At least three courses must be
numbered 4000 or higher.
• Mathematics 30-1 - 65%
• COMP 3533 - Network Infrastructure and
Security
• COMP 3553 - Human-Computer Interaction
have been received by the University. Applicants who • COMP 3612 - Web Development for
do not meet these minimum grade requirements will Computer Science
be denied admission. • COMP 3625 - Artificial Intelligence
• COMP 3626 - Evolutionary Computation
• COMP 3654 - Usable Privacy and Security
Curriculum
• COMP 4513 - Web III: Advanced Web
Development
The foundation of the B.Sc. Computer Science
• COMP 4555 - Games Development
includes 16 required core courses, 6 approved
• COMP 4622 - Advanced Databases
(senior) option courses, 10 General Education
courses, 4 electives, and 4 cognate courses in their • COMP 4630 - Machine Learning
selected cognate, for a total of 40 courses over 4 • COMP 4633 - Advanced Software
years. Engineering
• COMP 4635 - Distributed Systems
Required core courses • COMP 5690 - Senior Computer Science

Project
• DATA 2721 - Data Science I: Introduction to • ASTR 1301 - Planetary Astronomy
Databases • ASTR 1303 - Stars, Galaxies, and
• MATH 2101 - Abstract Algebra Cosmology
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II
• MATH 3101 - Numerical Analysis One of the following:
• MATH 4111 - Cryptography • ASTR 2107 - Celestial Mechanics and
Note: Courses used as approved options Relativity
can not also be used to satisfy the • ASTR 3107 - Physical Cosmology
requirements for the cognate.
Biology Cognate
Electives
Required Biology cognate courses:
• Four elective courses.
• BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology
General Education • Any two additional BIOL prefixed courses at
the 2000-level or higher.
Education requirements to graduate with a B.Sc. in
Computer Science. Chemistry Cognate
1. Four courses will be taken at the Required Chemistry cognate courses:
thematic clusters. • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
2. Three courses will be taken at the second and Bonding
tier: no more than one from each of the three • CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry -
thematics clusters: Values, Beliefs and Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
Identity, Community and Society, and • Any two additional CHEM prefixed courses
Communication. at the 2000-level or higher.
clusters. Data Science Cognate
Four of the following courses:

Cognate courses
• DATA 2721 - Data Science I: Introduction to
Cognate courses are courses from outside the Databases
discipline that complement and enhance the breadth • MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II
of knowledge and skills found in the area of study.
• MATH 2303 - Linear Algebra for Data
Students are required to choose one cognate section
Science
and complete the four required courses. Please note
that courses that are used for the cognates can not • MATH 2444 - Statistical Data Analysis
also be used as approved options. • MATH 3454 - Regression and Time Series
Analysis
• MATH 4303 - Fourier Analysis for Data
Astronomy Cognate Science
Required Astronomy cognate courses:

Geographic Information Systems
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II Cognate
Required Geographic Information System courses:
One of the following:
• GEOG 2553 - Geographic Information
Systems
Environmental Science,
• GEOG 3553 - Spatial Analysis and GIS B.Sc.
• Any two additional GEOG prefixed courses.
(GEOG 1105 is recommended). Environmental science is an interdisciplinary field that
uses a scientific understanding of the environment to
Geoscience Cognate develop solutions to environmental challenges.
Students in the Environmental Science Major are
provided the opportunity to gain competency in
Required Geoscience cognate courses:
understanding and addressing environmental issues.
The program assists students in becoming proficient
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth
in multiple environmental disciplines while also
• GEOL 1103 - Earth Through Time
developing the field and laboratory skills needed to
• Any two additional GEOL prefixed courses at work within an interdisciplinary environment. The skills
the 2000-level or higher* developed by students prepare them for careers
Note: *GEOL 2151, GEOL 2153, GEOL related to environmental research, regulatory
2155 or GEOL 2157 may not be used monitoring compliance and many other professional
towards the cognate. careers in environmental science. Students in the
program gain invaluable, practical work experience by
Mathematics Cognate participating in two full-time, four-month paid work
term placements in the environment sector.
Graduates develop a wide range of transferable skills
Four of the following Mathematics cognate courses:
that are applicable to the vast and growing
environmental sector job market. They are eligible for
• MATH 2101 - Abstract Algebra
designation as a Professional Agrologist (Alberta
Institute of Agrology) upon graduation. Their
• MATH 2311 - Linear Algebra II environmental science education can be continued by
• MATH 3101 - Numerical Analysis undertaking a graduate degree.
• MATH 3200 - Mathematical Methods
• MATH 4111 - Cryptography
Curriculum
Physics Cognate • CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry -
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry or
Required Physics cognate courses: • CHEM 1207 - General Chemistry for the
Environmental Sciences
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I • CHEM 2157 - Industrial Organic Chemistry
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II • ECOL 1111 - Terrestrial Ecology
• ECOL 2201 - Plant Survey and Classification
• ECOL 2219 - Aquatic Ecology
• PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and
• ENVS 1105 - Data Processing and Statistics
Radiation
• ENVS 1111 - Professional Development,
• PHYS 2203 - Electromagnetism
Health and Safety
• ENVS 2020 - Work Experience I
Graduation Requirements • ENVS 2100 - Introduction to Environmental
Science
For graduation purposes, all degree candidates in the • ENVS 2203 - Introduction to Soil Science
B.Sc. in Computer Science must complete all core • ENVS 2215 - Applied Instrumentation
courses in the program, with a final grade of C- or • ENVS 2221 - Water Pollution and Surface
higher. Students are permitted one grade lower than Water Analysis
C- in their core.
• ENVS 3020 - Work Experience II
• ENVS 3305 - Soil Hydrology Graduation Requirements
• ENVS 3307 - Air Pollution Monitoring
• ENVS 3323 - Watershed Management Students completing degree requirements will be
• ENVS 3333 - Ground Water Contamination awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in their chosen
• ENVS 3335 - Issues in Environmental major from Mount Royal University.
Assessment
• ENVS 4201 - Environmental Science
Research Methods and Projects General Science, B.Sc.
• ENVS 4405 - Air Quality
• ENVS 4406 - Soil Genesis and Land Use The General Science Major provides a
• ENVS 4419 - Regulatory Management comprehensive undergraduate education in science,
exposing students to a wide range of disciplines.
• ENVS 4431 - Waste Management
Students are free to explore what interests them most,
• ENVS 4441 - Site System Remediation
as well as gain greater depth of understanding by
Design declaring concentrations in two of: Biology, Chemistry,
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth Geology, Geography, Mathematics and Physics. A
strong foundation in mathematical and computational
• MATH 1185 - Calculus with Applications or sciences is core to the program of study, ensuring
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I students are equipped to meet these in-demand skills.
In the final year of study, students complete two
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists capstone courses (a senior seminar and an
and Engineers interdisciplinary project) that provide understanding
• MGMT 3269 - Project Management and exposure regarding how science and technology
intersects and influences society. These capstone
experiences are excellent preparation for further post-
Electives secondary studies, for professional programs, or for
direct entry into the workforce. Graduates of this
• Four senior elective courses. program will have acquired both breadth and depth of
knowledge across scientific disciplines and will have
developed the skills of critical thinking, creative
General Education Requirements problem solving, effective communication, and
collaborative teamwork.
of Science - Environmental Science.
Curriculum
1. Four courses will be taken at the 1. Two six-course concentrations in two distinct
foundational level: one from each of the disciplines, plus a four-course block in a third
thematic clusters. distinct discipline.
2. Three courses will be taken at the second o The four-course block must contain
tier: at least two courses at the 2000-
no more than one course from a thematic clu level or higher.
ster. BSc students will make their Tier 2 o Each six-course concentration
selections from clusters other than contains at least two courses at the
Numeracy and Scientific Literacy. 2000-level or higher, and two
3. Three courses must be taken at the third tier, courses at the 3000-level or higher.
selected from at least two of the thematic The concentrations are defined for
clusters. each discipline (below).
For course information visit the General o A student will not be given credit for
Education section of this calendar. Students are more than one concentration within
encouraged to meet with an advisor before registering a fundamental discipline (ie.
for a course. Biology, Chemistry, Computing,
Geography, Geology, Mathematics, 7. Four elective courses
Physics).
2. Four Mathematics courses which may be
taken as the four-course block or as part of a
Biology Concentration
six-course concentration:
o MATH 1200 - Calculus for • BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology
Scientists I • BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes
o MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for • BIOL 2101 - Genetics
Scientists and Engineers
o MATH 2200 - Calculus for One of:
Scientists II • BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
o MATH 2234 - Concepts of
Mathematical Statistics
3. Two Computing courses:
• BIOL 2213 - Principles of Ecology and
Evolution
o COMP 2001 - Computer-Based
Problem Solving for the Sciences
Two of:
o COMP 2008 - Scientific
Computing I: Modeling and • BIOL 3103 - Introduction to Biophysics
Simulation • BIOL 3107 - Evolution in Health and Disease
4. An additional six General Science Options • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
selected from courses offered by the Faculty • BIOL 3203 - Genomes
of Science and Technology that include a • BIOL 3204 - Histology
General Science Option attribute. Courses
• BIOL 3208 - The Molecular and Genomic
are not guaranteed and are subject to
Revolutions in Biology
availability and restrictions.
• BIOL 3216 - Human Physiology and
o Within the six General Science
Adaptation to Environmental Stress
Options, two courses must be at the
2000-level or higher, and two • BIOL 3301 - Animal Behaviour
courses must be at the 3000-level
or higher. Chemistry Concentration
o Any one General Science course
cannot be used to satisfy more than
one requirement within the major.
5. Two General Science Capstone Courses: and Bonding
o SCIE 5010 - General Science • CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry -
Senior Student Seminar Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
o SCIE 5020 - General Science • CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I
Interdisciplinary Project • CHEM 2102 - Organic Chemistry II
6. General Education requirements in a • CHEM 3201 - Structure Determination
program will normally consist of a minimum
of 10 courses. One of:
o Four courses will be taken at the • BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry *
foundation level: one from each of
• BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic
the General Education Program's
Systems *
four thematic cluster areas.
• BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology *
o Three courses will be taken at the
second tier: no more than one from • CHEM 4103 - Advanced Organic Chemistry:
a given thematic cluster. BSc Synthesis
students will make their Tier 2
selections from clusters other than * Requires students to take BCEM 2201 as a
Numeracy and Scientific Literacy. General Science Option.
o Three courses must be taken at the
third tier, selected from at least two Geography Concentration
of the four thematic clusters.
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment • PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and
Radiation
• GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment or • PHYS 2203 - Electromagnetism
• GEOG 1105 - Introduction to Mapping, GIS • PHYS 3601 - Thermodynamics
and Remote Sensing • PHYS 3602 - Elementary Quantum
Mechanics
• GEOG 2107 - Weather and Climate or
• GEOG 2111 - Earth's Changing Surface
Resource Management or Students completing degree requirements will be
awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in their chosen
major from Mount Royal.
Systems
• GEOG 3107 - Conservation Biogeography or Geology, B.Sc.

• GEOG 4440 - Sustainable Development
Geography
• Curriculum
• GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues
Geology is the science of Earth and its planetary
or
neighbours. It focuses on the fundamental principles
and processes that shape our evolving planet.
Geology is an interdisciplinary science that
Geology Concentration encompasses all other sciences within it, but all share
a core of knowledge about the composition of Earth
materials. Geology explores the character of Earth
from its surface environment to its core, including its
• GEOL 1103 - Earth Through Time composition, structure, prehistoric life, internal and
• GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology surficial processes, and the impact of geology on our
• GEOL 2109 - Stratigraphy and everyday lives. The goal is to understand and protect
Sedimentation the planet through discovery, education, and
• GEOL 3107 - Geomorphology outreach. Students study geosciences in the
• GEOL 4105 - Hydrogeology classroom, laboratory and field, and make use of the
whole Earth as their field area. The curriculum
provides students with hands-on experience studying
Mathematics Concentration earth materials, often in small experiential settings.
Research opportunities are available for students to
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I work with faculty studying a broad array of topics in
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists the Geosciences spanning climate and environmental
and Engineers change, tectonics and dynamics of Earth's interior,
sustainable extraction of energy and minerals, and
extinction events throughout Earth's history. The
program provides the academic foundation for a
Statistics
professional degree, graduate education, and a
• MATH 3101 - Numerical Analysis variety of employment opportunities in geosciences
• MATH 3200 - Mathematical Methods and related fields.
Physics Concentration Entry into the Program

• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I Students transferred into the Geology Major must
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II register immediately in the following courses in the
Fall semester following their acceptance into the
program; failure to do so will affect course availability • GEOL 3109 - Sedimentary Petrology
and progression through the program: • GEOL 3111 - Metamorphic Petrology
• GEOL 3113 - Geochemistry
• GEOL 2103 - Minerals and Rocks
• GEOL 3115 - Exploration Geophysics
• GEOL 2105 - Structural Geology
• GEOL 3300 - Geological Field Methods II
• GEOL 2300 - Geological Field Methods I
• GEOL 4105 - Hydrogeology
Field Schools and Field Trips • GEOL 4107 - Geological History of Western
Canada or
Field Schools and Field Trips are an integral part of • GEOL 4607 - Geology of the Canadian
the Geology major program. Students should note Cordillera
that there will be costs, in addition to tuition, to cover
transportation, food and accommodation for the • GEOL 4109 - Petroleum Geology
following Field Schools: • GEOL 4111 - Ore Deposits and Economic
Geology
• GEOL 2300 - Geological Field Methods I • GEOL 4300 - Advanced Geological Field
• GEOL 3300 - Geological Field Methods II Methods
• GEOL 4300 - Advanced Geological Field • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
Methods • MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists
and Engineers
Note • MATH 2235 - Statistics with Applications in
Geology
These courses will be held for approximately 12-14 • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
days after the end of the Winter semester or before • PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II
the start of the Fall semester. In addition to Field
Schools, individual courses may include Field Trips as
Two of
part of the curriculum. These trips are typically 1-2
days in length but may be longer.
• GEOL 4101 - Advanced Topics in
Sedimentary Geology
Curriculum • GEOL 4103 - Advanced Topics in Igneous
and Metamorphic Geology
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure • GEOL 4515 - Sedimentary Basin Analysis
and Bonding • GEOL 4601 - Plate Tectonic Regimes
• COMP 1001 - Introduction to Computer-
Electives
Based Problem Solving for the Sciences
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth • One elective course.
• GEOL 2103 - Minerals and Rocks General Education Requirements
• GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology Ten courses must be completed to meet the General
• GEOL 2109 - Stratigraphy and Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
Sedimentation of Science - Geology.
• GEOL 2111 - Crystallography and Optical
Mineralogy
• GEOL 2300 - Geological Field Methods I
thematic clusters.
• GEOL 3103 - Igneous Petrology 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
• GEOL 3107 - Geomorphology tier: no more than one course from a themati
c cluster. BSc students will make their Tier 2 a. Develop an understanding of the historical,
selections from clusters other than philosophical, ethical, and theoretical
Numeracy and Scientific Literacy. perspectives of Social Work practice.
selected from at least two of the thematic b. Develop a professional identity as a Social
clusters. Work practitioner consistent with the
For course information visit the General values and goals required for professional
Education section of this calendar. Students are practice.
for a course. c. Have knowledge of, and demonstrate an
ability to, practice within the
relevant parameters of the profession,
Graduation Requirements including the Alberta College of Social Work
Standards of Practice and the Canadian
Students completing degree requirements will be Association of Social Work Guidelines for
awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in their chosen Ethical Practice.
major from Mount Royal University.
d. Demonstrate the ability to assess the social,
economic, cultural, and structural contexts of
Bachelor of Social Work social issues facing individuals, children and
families, groups, and communities, including
the impact of oppression and marginalization
Social Work, BSW at a variety of levels as well as those
traditionally impacting Indigenous communities
in Canada.
• Admission
• Curriculum e. Acquire knowledge and skills to apply
• Graduation Requirements Social Work theories in support of
service provision, professional practice, policy
General Information development, and research in local and
global/contexts.
The Bachelor of Social Work is a direct entry, a four-
year degree. Courses in social work practice, theory, 2. Respect for Indigenous Ways of Knowing and
policy, and research are grounded within Being:
contemporary theoretical frameworks, including
a. Support Indigenous efforts to restore health
decolonization, Indigenous ways of knowing, anti-
to people, families, communities, and nations.
oppressive practice, and strengths perspectives. This
course of study prepares students for practice with b. Understand the history of Social Work
individuals, children and families, groups, and interventions with Indigenous
communities in complex social settings. Advanced peoples, including the Residential School era,
study and practice within a child intervention the Sixties Scoop, and contemporary
concentration provide specialized training for Social Canadian contexts.
Work students who plan to work in child intervention
settings. c. Recognize the diversity among Indigenous
peoples and communities.
The learning outcomes for the Bachelor of Social
Work reflect the values, knowledge, and skills that d. Demonstrate awareness of Indigenous
Social Work students are expected to acquire and ways of knowing and being and their impact
demonstrate upon completion of the BSW and are on helping practices
designed to equip them for professional practice.
These include e. Incorporate into their practice the unique
and diverse experiences of Indigenous
1. Foundational Social Work Knowledge: individuals and communities and ensure
effective engagement and collaboration with
Indigenous children, families, and f. Acquire knowledge and skills to critique,
communities. apply, or participate in Social Work
research and evaluation.
3. Child Intervention:
g. Practice collaboratively and contribute to
a. Preserve and support families. equitable partnerships within the context
of teamwork, interprofessional practice, and
b. Incorporate a strength-based, safety- community engagement.
organized approach to child intervention
with children, families and communities. 5. Critical Thinking/Analysis:
c. Develop the knowledge and skills to gather a. Understand and articulate the multiple
and critically evaluate information using causes and impacts of complex social
a variety of evidence-informed approaches issues and exercise appropriate professional
and tools to aid in conducting judgment.
child intervention investigations across
communities and cultures. b. Develop skills in critical thinking and
decision-making.
d. Develop skills to establish, sustain, and
foster effective working relationships c. Identify and address structural sources of
with children, families, and communities that injustice and inequalities in the Canadian and
are focused on achieving child global contexts, including the impact of
intervention outcomes. colonization on Indigenous and newcomer
communities.
e. Develop and apply knowledge of the impact
of Residential School experiences and 6. Human Rights, Diversity, and Social Justice:
the Sixties Scoop on Indigenous children and
their caregivers. a. Understand the causes of discrimination,
oppression, poverty, exclusion,
4. Practice Skills: exploitation, and marginalization and their
impacts on individuals, children and families,
a. Engage with individuals, children and groups, and communities.
families, groups, and communities
through inclusive professional Social Work b. Develop knowledge and skills to provide
practice. respectful, equitable and effective services to
diverse populations and communities as
b. Develop knowledge and practice skills in a informed by their unique history, values, and
broad range of areas, including engagement, cultures.
assessment, intervention, advocacy and
evaluation. c. Develop a capacity for self-reflection and a
critical understanding of power, privilege and
c. Develop knowledge and practice skills to social location, as well as awareness of
engage in anti-oppressive practice personal biases as they relate to professional
and advocacy with/ on behalf of individuals, Social Work practice.
children and families, groups,
and communities. d. Employ professional practices that support
and enhance diversity and advance
e. Develop knowledge and demonstrate skills social justice for individuals, children and
in critically evaluating social policies in relation families, groups, and communities.
to the wellbeing of children and families,
groups and communities, including Indigenous
peoples and immigrants in Canadian and
global contexts, and contribute to policy
General Admission
advocacy and change.
Requirements
All students must meet the general admission 2. meet the definition of an Indigenous
requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as Applicant
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar. 3. meet the minimum admission requirements
Additional Admission Requirements requirements for Mount Royal University as
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements
requirements indicated in the Admission section of Designated seats for this special consideration target
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive
following criteria: basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during
released on July 15 to students applying under the
Academic Course Requirements

Academic Performance Requirements
admission into the Bachelor of Social Work:
In matters of progression and continuance, there are
• English Language Arts 30-1-65% instances when institutional processes do not fully
address concerns related to student continuance in a
• Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30-
program. This applies in the following circumstances:
60%
1. Violations of a professional code of ethics
advance of receipt of final and official transcripts,
and/or standards of practice (i.e. Canadian
Association of Social Work Code of Ethics
grades will take place after all final and official
and Guidelines for Ethical Practice, and the
transcripts have been received by the University. Alberta College of Social Work Standards of
Applicants who do not meet these minimum grade
Practice). A committee established by the
requirements will be denied admission.
program will assess violations of relevant
Bachelor of Social Work Post-Diploma Entrance student will be required to withdraw from the
Option program based on the seriousness of the
violation.
Students possessing a 2. Students who are unsuccessful after two
completed Social Work Diploma from Mount Royal registrations in the same core course (as
University or from an accredited post-secondary defined by the program) will be required to
institution within Alberta may apply through the Post- withdraw from the program. This includes the
Diploma entrance option and will be considered following examples of unsuccessful
through a competitive admission process for the registration:
Bachelor of Social Work degree. o Students who do not achieve the
minimum required grade (as
defined by the program) in one or
Indigenous Student both registrations;
o Students who earn a grade of "F" in
Admission one or both registrations; and
o Students who withdraw from the
Each year 15% of the seats in the Bachelor of Social course with a "W" in one or both
Work will be reserved for Indigenous applicants registrations.
through an Indigenous admission target. To be 3. Students who are denied a practicum
considered for admission under the Indigenous placement by an external stakeholder
admission target, the applicant must: because of an assessed detrimental impact
1. self-identify as an Indigenous applicant on being served. Students who are unable to
the Application for Admission meet clinical or field course requirements on
the program. An appeal process is available, • SLWK 2223 - Social Work Practice in
see the Bachelor of Social Work Handbook Addictions and Mental Health
and the Practicum Manual. • SLWK 3301 - Child and Adolescent Mental
Health
Police Information Check • SLWK 3315 - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
as Anti-oppressive Practice in Social Work
All students will be selected for a practicum on the • SLWK 3316 - Human Development and
basis of academic performance, professional Social Contexts
suitability, volunteer community service and • SLWK 3397 - Social Work Practice II
availability of practicum sites. At the time of practicum,
• SLWK 4416 - Social Justice and Social Work
students will be required, at their own expense, to
Practice
obtain a Police Information Check. It is each
• SLWK 4417 - Social Work Research in
practicum agency's decision to accept or reject a
Practice: Empowering Individuals, Families
student for placement or observation experience
and Communities
based upon the results of police information or other
background checks. Since both completion of course
requirements and eventual employment in a field of General Education Requirements
study may be dependent upon the results of such
checks, students who have concerns should discuss
the matter with the department chair or designate Education requirements to graduate with a Bachelor
prior to applying for admission.
of Social Work.
Field School Opportunities 1. Four courses will be taken at the

Qualified students may have an opportunity to thematic clusters.
complete a field school, normally during the Spring 2. Three courses will be taken at the second
semester. tier: no more than one from each of the
thematic clusters.
Curriculum selected from at least two of the thematic
clusters.
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor
Communication before registering for all support courses.
• INTS 3331 - International Community
Development: Indigenous and Global Electives
Perspectives
• SLWK 1114 - Introduction to Social Work
• Four Electives.
History, Philosophy and Theory
An elective is any course that does not fulfill a
• SLWK 1187 - Social Welfare Policies and requirement for the Core, Major or General Education.
Issues
• SLWK 2215 - Social Work Assessment and
Documentation Concentrations
• SLWK 2216 - Counselling Skills
• SLWK 1296 - Social Work Practice I Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work must
• SLWK 2217 - Interprofessional Practice and complete one of the two concentrations.
Leadership in Social Work Organizations
• SLWK 2218 - Social Work Knowledge and Concentration in Child Intervention
Skills for Group Work
• SLWK 2221 - Social Work Practice with Students must complete all of the following courses
Communities for this concentration:
• SLWK 2222 - Social Work with Families
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous 6. students should also be aware that a
Studies: the Canadian Context maximum of 16 junior (1000-level) Courses
• SLWK 2224 - Indigenous Knowledges and may be used to satisfy requirements for a
Practices in Social Work baccalaureate degree.
7. all graduation requirements for a
• SLWK 3521 - Social Work Theories and
baccalaureate degree program must be
Practice to Support Change in Child
completed within eight years of initial
Intervention
admission to and enrolment in the
• SLWK 4515 - Emerging Issues in Social
baccalaureate degree program.
Work Practice: Child Intervention
• SLWK 4521 - Advanced Social Work Skills in
Child Intervention Program Graduation
• SLWK 4597 - Social Work Practice III - Child
Intervention Practice Requirements
Degree candidates in the Bachelor of Social Work
Concentration in Generalist Social
must complete all core courses in the program with a
Work final grade of "C" or better. To be eligible for
graduation, students must satisfactorily complete all
Students must complete all of the following courses program requirements. Students must maintain an
for this concentration: overall minimum GPA of 2.00 to be eligible for
graduation. Students who have completed all program
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous requirements will be awarded a Bachelor of Social
Studies: the Canadian Context Work from Mount Royal University.
• SLWK 2224 - Indigenous Knowledges and
Practices in Social Work Diploma
• SLWK 3321 - Social Work Theories and
Practice to Support Change
• SLWK 4415 - Emerging Issues in Social Aviation, Diploma
Work Practice
• SLWK 4421 - Advanced Social Work • Admission
Intervention Skills
• Curriculum
• SLWK 4497 - Social Work Practice III
General Information
Eligibility to graduate from a Mount Royal program
requires that a student meet all of the following The Aviation Diploma program is designed to prepare
conditions: students to succeed in Canada's aviation industry. In
addition to the training required for a Commercial
1. has been officially admitted into the Pilot's Licence and Multi-Engine Instrument Rating,
program; the program provides students with a strong business
2. has completed at least 25% of the background, the aeronautical subjects associated with
graduation requirements as a student within flight in modern aircraft and an understanding of the
the program; expectations of the industry. Students who pursue a
3. has met the residency requirement; degree after completion of an Aviation diploma are
4. satisfies all program requirements specified encouraged to take appropriate university transfer
in the curriculum at the time of admission to courses.
the program or the current program;
5. meets the requirements for Good Standing at Student success rates in Air Flight Training courses
the time the application to graduate is are significantly increased for those students
evaluated. successfully completing Physics 30. Therefore, it is
strongly recommended that students planning to apply Due to the cost of this program, students may be
to the Aviation Diploma Program include Physics 30 in eligible for the maximum Canada Student Loan and
their selection of high school courses. Government of Alberta Loan. Please refer to the
section on Financial Aid for further information.
The program is certified by Transport Canada and a
candidate school under the auspices of the Aviation Advance savings to complement the loan funds are
Accreditation Board International. Mount Royal essential. All fees for the program are to be paid to
University is also an active member of Collegiate Mount Royal University.
Aviation Canada, Aviation Alberta, and the Air
Transport Association of Canada's Flight Training
Committee. The instructors include Airline Transport Operational Procedures
rated Pilots with upper-class instructional
classifications or graduates of Mount Royal Mount Royal University Aviation's operational
University's Aviation Program. procedures are outlined in the Student Information
Manual, the Company Operating Procedures and
In addition to the flight and academic requirements, other manuals produced by the department. Students
students in this program will be required to meet the are required to make themselves familiar with these
expectations of the aviation profession in terms of documents and all of the policies and procedures
dress, deportment and professional conduct at all contained therein. In exceptional and legitimate
times. circumstances, extensions or exemptions may be
granted by the Chief Flight Instructor (CFI) or Program
Program Continuance Chair. Procedures for applying for an exception or
exemption are available from either the CFI of the
Program Chair.
In addition to the general graduation requirements
students must achieve the following:
1. A minimum grade of C is required in all Air

General Admission
2.
Flight Training (AIRF) courses.
All FLTR courses are graded as a pass or
Requirments
fail. Students may repeat FLTR courses only
once. Students must achieve a passing All students must meet the general admission
grade on FLTR courses to continue in the requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
program. indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
3. Students must follow the policies and
procedures as stated in the current version
of the Student Information Manual or they Additional Admission
may be subject to removal from the program.
Requirements
Special Program Fees In addition to meeting the general admission
In addition to regular tuition and general fees, flight this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
training fees are approximately $65,000 for a student following criteria:
in the two-year Aviation Diploma. A Private Pilot
License (cost approximately $15,000) must be
completed prior to entering the Diploma program. Academic Course
Flight training fees are subject to change depending
on operating costs for aircraft and related services.
Requirements
Financial Assistance the specified minimum grades are required for
admission into the Aviation Diploma program:

• Mathematics 30-1 - 60% Designated seats for this special consideration target
Although Conditional Admission may be granted in will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive
advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during the
confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum Early Admissions period. Any unfilled designated
grades will take place after all final/official transcripts seats will be released on June 15 to students applying
have been received by the University. Applicants who under the General Admission requirements.
be denied admission. See general admission requirements in the
information.
Additional Criteria
In addition to meeting all academic admission
Flight Training
requirements, applicants must meet the following
criteria:
Requirements
• Physical - Applicants must hold an 1. All published syllabus flights must be
unrestricted Class I Aviation Medical issued completed in Mount Royal University aircraft
by Transport Canada valid as of September under the supervision of Mount Royal
1 for the Fall Semester to which they are university instructors*.
applying and must continue to hold a Class I 2. Students must complete all of the published
Medical for the entire period of their training. syllabus flights and simulator training for
Applicants should be aware that the major Year 1 by the end of the first year.
airlines may have vision restrictions that are 3. Students must complete all of the published
more stringent than the basic Transport syllabus flights and simulator training for
Canada requirements. Years 1 and 2 in order to graduate.
• Private Pilot's License - Applicants must 4. Students must successfully complete the
possess an unrestricted Canadian Private following Transport Canada requirements in
Pilot's License by September 1 for the Fall order to graduate:
Semester to which they are applying. • Commercial Pilot License
Possession of a Private Pilot's Licence is not • Night Rating
essential prior to being accepted. • Multi-Engine Rating
• Group I Instrument Rating
Indigenous Student * The only exception to number 1 is that students who
are admitted to the program with complete advanced
Admission training (Night Rating or ME). They may receive credit
at the discretion of the CFI for that training.
Each year 7% of the admission seats in the Aviation Students should be aware that Transport Canada
diploma program will be reserved for Indigenous requires that all of the licensing requirements for
students through an Indigenous admission target. the Commercial License must be completed
within one year of the date of the flight test. As a
result, it is the students' responsibility to ensure
that the timing of their flight test is planned
accordingly, in order to ensure they will not have
to retake the flight test.
Students should also be aware that they require
Applicant
50hrs Pilot-in-command Cross-Country
experience prior to commencing the Multi-
Engine/instrument (MI) phase of training. As a
result, students should have completed a
well as the specific admission requirements
sufficient number of Navigation exercises to
for the Aviation diploma
ensure this requirement is met in a timely manner • General Education Requirement, Cluster 3,
prior to beginning the MI training. any Tier
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 4,
Curriculum any Tier
Year One *Approved Option courses
Students may select one of the following approved

• AIRF 1101 - Introduction to Aviation
options:
Navigation
• AIRF 1109 - Introduction to Aviation • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
Meteorology (Introductory) • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
• AIRF 1130 - Aircraft Engines
• AIRF 2101 - Aviation History and Air Law
• AIRF 2111 - Aeronautics, Industry and Flight Entrepreneurial Experience
Operations • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
• AIRF 2209 - Advanced Aviation Meteorology Resources
• AIRF 2210 - Aviation Technology and • INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management
Aircraft Systems • INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival
Techniques or any MATH course at the 1000
Management
level or above
Strategies
any Tier
Foundation
Theory and Practice
Year Two • MGMT 3276 - Organizational Behaviour
• AIRF 3202 - Multi-Engine Instrument Rating • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
and GPS
• AIRF 3206 - Advanced Operations, GPS and
Crew Coordination
• AIRF 3242 - Human Factors and Aviation
Safety • Minimum overall Grade Point Average of
2.00 on all courses included in the program.
• LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and • A minimum grade of C is required in all Air
Supply Chain Management or Flight Training courses.
• LSCM 2301 - Introduction to Physical Please consult the University Calendar for information
Distribution concerning the University's General Education
requirement.
Practices Requirements in Flight Training
Business
• One Approved Option*
Year One
any Tier In year one, students will complete all required
courses and at least two options. Depending on flight
hours, students may be required to take additional • FLTR 2204 - Navigation Flight 8
options. • FLTR 2300 - Extra Dual Flight: Twin
Advanced
The following courses are required • FLTR 2301 - Extra Dual Flight: Simulator
courses Advanced
• FLTR 2302 - Additional Training: Twin
• FLTR 2303 - Additional Training: Simulator
• FLTR 1100 - Pilot Indoctrination
• FLTR 1101 - VFR Navigation
• FLTR 1102 - Applied Navigation and Funeral Service, Diploma
Instrument
• FLTR 1103 - Night Rating • Admission
• FLTR 1105 - Multi-engine Rating
• Curriculum
The following courses are options
• FLTR 1201 - Navigation Flight 1 General Information

• FLTR 1202 - Navigation Flight 2
• FLTR 1203 - Navigation Flight 3 Mount Royal's Funeral programs prepare students for
• FLTR 1204 - Navigation Flight 4 an entry-level position in the funeral service
• FLTR 1300 - Extra Dual Flight: C-172 profession. The majority of courses are delivered
online and students learn from expert instructors in an
• FLTR 1301 - Extra Ground Briefing/Mentor
interactive environment. Students may complete their
Sim
online courses and work experience within their home
• FLTR 1302 - Extra Solo Flight: C-172
community. The Funeral Service diploma is the
credential preferred by funeral home employers.
Year Two Students are prepared to license as a Funeral
Director and as an Embalmer.
In year two, students will complete all required
courses and at least two options. Depending on flight
hours, students may be required to take additional
Program Duration
options.
Program requirements for diploma completion can be
completed in 12 months. Students have six (6)
The following courses are required calendar years from the date of initial registration in
courses the Funeral Service diploma to complete all
requirements. Students seeking an extension beyond
• FLTR 2100 - Currency six (6) years may be required to complete additional
course work.
• FLTR 2102 - IFR Navigation and Holds
• FLTR 2103 - Approach Basics
• FLTR 2104 - IFR Operations Residency Requirements
• FLTR 2105 - Group 1 Instrument Rating
• FLTR 2106 - Commercial Pilot License Flight Normally, 50% of the academic work completed
Test Preparation toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must
The following courses are options approval has been given by the dean/director of the
appropriate faculty. In addition, the embalming
practicum and work experience components of the
• FLTR 2201 - Navigation Flight 5 Funeral Service programs must normally be
• FLTR 2202 - Navigation Flight 6 completed as a student of Mount Royal.
• FLTR 2203 - Navigation Flight 7
will be available for purchase at the Cougars Campus
Work Experience Store.
The work experience courses are designed to provide

an extension of the learning process in a relevant Immunization
work environment, giving students an opportunity to
further develop their skills alongside funeral service Proof of up-to-date immunization status is required for
professionals. The work experience courses are the duration of the program and is the responsibility of
typically offered each semester and may often be the student. All associated costs are the responsibility
completed at the same time as the academic courses. of the student. Failure to maintain a current
immunization status may result in immediate
Students are responsible to secure their own work withdrawal from professional practice courses or the
experience placement. Given the fluctuating nature of program.
the labour market, opportunities may vary and
students should be prepared to relocate. Any student
who exhibits professional misconduct before or during Standard First Aid and
the work experience placement may be required to
withdraw from the program. Basic Rescuer CPR Level C
Pre-practice Requirements Students will be required to provide proof of current

Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR Level C.
Evidence of certification is to be provided after
Pre-practice requirements are non-academic admission to the program and by the advertised
requirements that must be completed after a student deadline. Certification must be valid for the duration
is admitted to the program and within the first of the program. Failure to maintain current Standard
semester. Pre-practice requirements must remain First Aid with CPR C certification will result in
current for the duration of the program, and all immediate withdrawal from professional practice
associated costs are the responsibility of the student. courses or the program. All associated costs are the
The program will provide students with more responsibility of the student.
information on the requirements, including all
applicable deadlines. The pre-practice requirements
included the following: WHMIS
Mask Fit Testing Students must present evidence of valid WHMIS

certification. The certification must be valid for the
duration of the program.
All students participating in the embalming practicum
must be fitted for N95 masks. Mask fit-testing is valid
for two years unless there has been weight gain or Additional Pre-Practice
loss greater than 4.5 kilograms, or following nasal
fracture or facial scarring, in which case, refitting is
Requirements
required sooner. Evidence of mask fit testing is to be
provided to the program team, and students must Additional pre-practice requirements may be required
have their mask size with them for practice of work experience locations. All associated costs are
experiences. the responsibility of the student. Documentation of
these additional pre-practice requirements may be
requested by, and provided to, the work experience
Personal Protective location by the student.
Equipment
Students participating in the embalming practicum are
required to purchase personal protective equipment, Students preparing for work experience may be
at their own expense. Personal protective equipment required to provide a current Police Information Check
to their work experience location, at their own • XFDC 25000 - Professional Practice &
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or Decedent Care
decline a student for work experience placement • XFDC 25001 - Funeral Directing I
based upon the results of police information or other
• XFDC 20002 - Embalming Theory 1
background checks. Please refer to the statement
• XFDC 20004 - Funeral Directing II
regarding police information and other background
checks in this calendar. • XFDC 20005 - Embalming Theory II
• XFDC 20007 - Restorative Art I
• XFDC 20008 - Funeral Directing III
Non-Graduated Class 5 • XFDC 20010 - Restorative Art II
Driver's License • XFDC 20012 - Work Experience I
• XFDC 20013 - Anatomy & Physiology
Students preparing for work experience may be

• XFDC 20014 - Psychology of Death & Dying
required to provide a non-graduated Class 5 driver's • XFDC 20016 - Business Strategies
license to their work experience location, at their own • XFDC 20017 - Work Experience II
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or • XFDC 20018 - Chemistry
decline a student for work experience placement if • XFDC 20019 - Business Communications
they do not have a non-graduated Class 5 driver's • XFDC 20020 - Microbiology
license. This may also impact the student's ability to • XFDC 20023 - Embalming Practicum
complete the program requirements for graduation or
• XFDC 20025 - Funeral Trends & Regulations
to gain employment in the funeral profession.
• XFDC 20101 - Intro to Conflict Resolution
• XFDC 20102 - Negotiating with Integrity
General Admission
Requirements
To be eligible for graduation, students must satisfy all
Applicants are not required to meet the General program requirements.
Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University
programs. Applicants must meet the English Students must follow the graduation application
Language Proficiency Requirement (if your primary or procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal
first language is not English). In addition, applicants Academic Calendar. Applications must be submitted
must present evidence of funeral-related experience. by the date published in the calendar.
Official transcripts from all high school and post-
For the purpose of progression and graduation, all
secondary institutions attended are required.
students in the Funeral Service diploma must obtain a
minimum grade of C in all courses with the following
Curriculum exceptions:
The diploma is specialized in nature and requires • XFDC 20012 - Work Experience I with a
students to complete 20 core courses (1847 hours). minimum grade of EP
• XFDC 20017 - Work Experience II with a
Note: Occupational Programs are non-credit minimum grade of EP
Continuing Education programs that do not meet • XFDC 20023 - Embalming Practicum with a
General Admission Requirements. Therefore, the minimum grade of EP
courses taken within these programs cannot be used
towards an undergraduate degree, diploma or
certificate program nor do students have access to Professional Licensing
undergraduate courses in degree, diploma or
certificate programs. There is no limit to the number of Graduates of the Funeral Service programs may
non-credit academic upgrading courses you may become licensed as a Funeral Director and/or
complete. Embalmer in the province of Alberta. Licensing
requirements are governed by the Alberta Funeral
Services Regulatory Board. Please refer to the
Alberta Funeral Services Regulatory Board for all
requirements - afsrb.ab.ca.
Students preparing for Outreach II & III may be
Students or graduates residing outside of Alberta required to provide a current Police Information Check
should contact the provincial or national regulatory and Vulnerable Sector Check, at their own expense. It
body governing funeral service in their province. is each Outreach agency's decision to accept or reject
a student for placement based upon the results of
police information or other background checks.
Massage Therapy, Diploma Please refer to the statement regarding police
information and other background checks in this
• Admission calendar.
• Curriculum
• Graduation Requirements Standard First Aid and CPR
Level C
General Information
Students must provide proof of current Certification of
Apply therapeutic massage techniques and adapt " Standard First Aid and CPR Level C", which is also
treatments to promote rehabilitation and pain required on an annual basis. Evidence of certification
reduction for diverse populations in a variety of is required prior to enrollment into the experiential
supervised environments. Evaluate the effectiveness learning courses - Practicums I, II, III, IV, Outreach I,
of massage therapy on specific client conditions, and II, III, and Case Study Lab. All associated costs are
contribute to the community of knowledge through the the responsibility of the student.
integration of student research and practice. Achieve
the highest standard of education and training
required to work as a massage therapist nationally. General Admission
Requirements
Program Duration
Applicants are not required to meet the General
Program requirements for diploma completion can be Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University
completed in 2 years, and delivered over 8 programs. Applicants must meet the English
consecutive semesters. Students have six calendar Language Proficiency Requirement (if your primary or
years from the date of initial registration in the first language is not English). In addition, official
Massage Therapy diploma to complete all transcripts from all high school and post-secondary
requirements. Students seeking an extension beyond institutions attended are required.
six years may be required to complete additional
coursework.
Curriculum
Residency Requirements The diploma is specialized in nature and requires
students to complete 34 core courses (2200
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed hours), over eight consecutive semesters.
be completed at the University, except where written Note: Occupational Programs are non-credit
approval has been given by the dean/director of the Continuing Education programs that do not meet
appropriate faculty. In addition, the clinical practicum General Admission Requirements. Therefore, the
and outreach components of the Massage Therapy courses taken within these programs cannot be used
certificate and Massage Therapy diploma must towards an undergraduate degree, diploma or
normally be completed as a student of Mount Royal. certificate program nor do students have access to
certificate programs. There is no limit to the number of
non-credit academic upgrading courses you may
complete.
To be eligible for graduation all students in the

Year One Massage Therapy diploma must satisfy all program
requirements and obtain a minimum grade of B- in all
• XPFT 20001 - Human Anatomy courses with the following exceptions:
• XPFT 20002 - Human Physiology
• XPFT 20001 - Human Anatomy (minimum
• XMAT 20701 - Ethics & Communication I
grade of C)
• XMAT 25001 - Medical Terminology
• XPFT 20002 - Human Physiology (minimum
• XMAT 25002 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy
grade of C)
• XMAT 25003 - Fundamentals of Charting • XMAT 25007 - Outreach I (minimum grade of
• XMAT 25004 - Fundamentals of Massage EP)
• XMAT 25006 - Massage Techniques I • XMAT 25008 - Pathology I (minimum grade
• XMAT 25007 - Outreach I of C)
• XMAT 25008 - Pathology I • XMAT 25012 - Practicum I (minimum grade
• XMAT 25009 - Therapeutic Exercise I of EP)
• XMAT 25010 - Massage Techniques II • XMAT 25017 - Practicum II (minimum grade
• XMAT 25011 - Orthopedic Assessment I of EP)
• XMAT 25012 - Practicum I • XMAT 25018 - Pathology II (minimum grade
• XMAT 25013 - Regional Anatomy of C)
• XMAT 25014 - Regional Anatomy Lab • XMAT 25020 - Neuroanatomy (minimum
grade of C)
• XMAT 25015 - Fundamentals of Research
• XMAT 25023 - Practicum III (minimum grade
• XMAT 25016 - Treatments I
of EP)
• XMAT 25017 - Practicum II
• XMAT 25024 - Outreach II (minimum grade
of EP)
Year Two • XMAT 25027 - Practicum IV (minimum grade
of EP)
• XMAT 25018 - Pathology II • XMAT 25029 - Outreach III (minimum grade
• XMAT 25019 - Therapeutic Exercise II of EP)
• XMAT 25020 - Neuroanatomy • XMAT 25032 - Case Study - Literature
Review Lab (minimum grade of EP)
• XMAT 25021 - Orthopedic Assessment II
• XMAT 25022 - Treatments II
• XMAT 25023 - Practicum III Personal Fitness Trainer,
• XMAT 25024 - Outreach II
• XMAT 25025 - Ethics & Communications II
Diploma
• XMAT 25026 - Treatments III
• XMAT 25027 - Practicum IV • Admission
• XMAT 25028 - Business of Massage • Curriculum
Therapy • Graduation Requirements
• XMAT 25029 - Outreach III
• XMAT 25030 - OSCE: Objective
Standardized Clinical Examination General Information
• XMAT 25031 - Case Study - Literature
Review Mount Royal's Personal Fitness Trainer diploma
• XMAT 25032 - Case Study - Literature presents a comprehensive health science education
Review Lab with an emphasis on treating special populations. The
outcomes-based curriculum consists of academic and
technical courses including practical skill
development. Students are prepared for entry into
professional practice by possessing the ability to General Admission
apply basic assessment skills and design, implement
and manage a variety of fitness programs. Requirements
Graduates achieve the highest standard of training Applicants are not required to meet the General
required to work as a Personal Fitness Trainer and Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University
are eligible for the Canadian Society for Exercise programs. Applicants must meet the English
Physiology-Certified Personal Trainer national Language Proficiency Requirement (if your primary or
certification. first language is not English). In addition, official
transcripts from all high school and post-secondary
Program Duration institutions attended are required.
Program requirements for diploma completion can be Curriculum

completed in two years. Students have six calendar
years from the date of initial registration in the The Personal Fitness Trainer diploma is specialized in
Personal Fitness Trainer diploma to complete all nature and requires students to complete a total of 22
requirements. Students seeking an extension beyond core courses (1060 hours).
six years may be required to complete additional
coursework. Note: Students enrolled in Occupational Programs
are not permitted to take credit courses because
Occupational Programs are non-credit Continuing
Residency Requirements Education programs that do not meet General
Admission Requirements. There is no limit to the
Normally, 50% of the academic work completed number of non-credit academic upgrading courses
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must you may complete.
approval has been given by the dean/director of the Year One
appropriate faculty. In addition, the practicum
components of the Personal Fitness Trainer diploma
must normally be completed as a student of Mount • XPFT 20001 - Human Anatomy
Royal. • XPFT 20002 - Human Physiology
• XPFT 20104 - Effective Communication
• XPFT 20200 - Exercise Physiology
Practicum Requirements • XPFT 20201 - Applied Movement Mechanics
• XPFT 20401 - Fitness Program Design
All students will be selected for a practicum on the
• XPFT 21001 - Health & Wellness
basis of academic performance, professional
suitability and availability of practicum sites.
• XPFT 21002 - Health Promotion & Training
• XPFT 21003 - Strength Training I
At the time of the practicum, students will be required, • XPFT 21004 - Introductory Nutrition
at their own expense, to provide proof of current • XPFT 21005 - Practicum I
Standard First Aid with CPR C. Evidence of
certification is to be provided prior to the
commencement of practicum and must be valid for Year Two
the duration of the program. Failure to maintain
current Standard First Aid with CPR C certification will • XPFT 20300 - Principles and Methods of
result in immediate withdrawal from the practicum Training
course(s). • XPFT 20400 - Fitness Appraisal/Counselling
• XPFT 20402 - Leadership Development
• XPFT 20600 - Business Mgmt & Marketing
• XPFT 22001 - Growth & Motor Development
• XPFT 22002 - Injury Prevention & Care families, groups and communities. Graduates are
• XPFT 22003 - Strength Training II employed in a broad range of government (public),
non-profit and private agencies. Social Work diploma
• XPFT 22004 - Special Populations - General
graduates are eligible to apply to become Registered
• XPFT 22005 - Special Population-Older
Social Workers in Alberta.
Adult
• XPFT 22006 - Practicum II The learning outcomes for the Social Work Diploma re
• XPFT 22007 - Psychology of Exercise flect the values, knowledge, and skills required for pro
fessional practice. These include:
Graduation Requirements 1. Foundational Knowledge: understand the his

torical, philosophical, ethical, and theoretical
Students must follow the graduation application perspectives of social work practice.
procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal 2. Practice: skills to engage, assess, advocate,
Academic Calendar. Applications must be submitted and intervene at the micro, mezzo, and macr
by the date published in the calendar. o levels in an inclusive manner.
3. Critical Thinking/Analysis: understand and ar
For the purpose of progression and graduation, all ticulate the multiple causes and impacts of s
students in the Personal Fitness Trainer diploma must ocial issues.
satisfy all diploma requirements and obtain a 4. Academic Skills: organize written materials a
minimum grade of "C" in all courses with the following nd oral presentations to communicate effecti
exceptions: vely for academic and professional purposes
.
• XPFT 21004 - Introductory Nutrition with a 5. Personal &
minimum grade of D Social Responsibility: engage in reflective pr
• XPFT 21005 - Practicum I with a minimum actice through active involvement with divers
grade of EP e communities and contemporary social issu
• XPFT 22006 - Practicum II with a minimum es.
grade of EP
CSEP-CPT Certification
Requirements
Upon graduating from the Personal Fitness Trainer
diploma program, students can pursue certification to In matters of progression and continuance, there are
become a Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology - instances when institutional processes do not fully
Certified Personal Trainer. Details about certification address concerns related to student continuance in a
requirements can be found on the Canadian Society program.
for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) website - csep.ca
This applies in the following circumstances:
Social Work, Diploma a. Violations of a professional code of ethics

and/or standards of practice (i.e. Canadian
Association of Social Work Code of Ethics
• Admission
and Guidelines for Ethical Practice, and the
• Curriculum Alberta College of Social Work Standards of
Practice). A committee established by the
General Information program will assess violations of relevant

The Social Work Diploma is a two-year program program based on the seriousness of the
combining social work, humanities, and behavioural violation.
sciences knowledge and skills. The program prepares b. Students who are unsuccessful after two
students for social work practice with individuals, registrations in the same core course (as
withdraw from the program. This includes but
is not limited to the following examples of General Admission
unsuccessful registration:
• Students who do not achieve the Requirements
defined by the program) in one or All students must meet the general admission
both registrations; requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
• Students who earn a grade of "F" in indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
one or both registrations; and
• Students who withdraw from the
course with a "W" in one or both
registrations. Requirements
because of an assessed detrimental impact In addition to meeting the general admission
on the client, client group, or community requirements indicated in the Admission section of
being served. Students who are unable to this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
meet clinical or field course requirements on following criteria:
the program.
An appeal process is available, see Student
Academic Course
Handbook Requirements
Practicum Requirements The following specific courses (or equivalencies) with
admission into the Social Work Diploma program:
All students will be selected for a practicum on the
basis of academic performance, professional
• English Language Arts 30-1-65%
suitability, volunteer community service and
• Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30-
availability of practicum sites.
60%
At the time of practicum, students will be required, at Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
their own expense, to obtain a Police Information advance of receipt of final and official transcripts,
Check. It is each practicum agency's decision to confirmation of the achievement of specified minimum
accept or reject a student for placement or grades will take place after all final and official
observation experience based upon the results of transcripts have been received by the University.
police information or other background checks. Since Applicants who do not meet these minimum grade
both completion of course requirements and eventual requirements will be denied admission.
employment in a field of study may be dependent
upon the results of such checks, students who have
concerns should discuss the matter with the
Indigenous Student
department chair or designate prior to applying for Admission
admission.
Each year 15% of the seats in the Social Work

Field School Opportunities
Diploma program will be reserved for Indigenous
Qualified students may have an opportunity to To be considered for admission under the Indigenous
complete a field school, normally during the Spring admission target, the applicant must:
semester.
Applicant
c. meet the minimum admission requirements • General Education Requirement
as indicated in the general admission • General Education Requirement
requirements General Education Requirements
will be filled by Indigenous applicants on a competitive Five courses must be completed to meet the General
basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply during Education requirements to graduate with a Diploma in
Early Admission. Any unfilled designated seats will be Social Work.
general admission requirements. 1. One course will be taken at the foundational
level from Cluster 4 - Communications.
2. The four remaining courses will be taken;
Curriculum one from each thematic cluster at any tier
level.
Year One For course information visit the General
Education section of this calendar. Students are
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional for a course.
Communication
• PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development Certificate
• SLWK 1114 - Introduction to Social Work
Bridge to Canadian Nursing,
• SLWK 1187 - Social Welfare Policies and
Issues Certificate, BCN
• SLWK 2215 - Social Work Assessment and
Documentation
• Admission
• SLWK 2216 - Counselling Skills
• Curriculum
• SLWK 1287 - Social Work Practicum I
Practices in Social Work General Information
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4,
Foundation
The Bridge to Canadian Nursing (BCN) certificate of
achievement program is an individualized course of
Year Two study. This "bridging" program is designed to prepare
Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs), previously
• SLWK 2217 - Interprofessional Practice and Registered Nurses (RNs) outside Canada, for the
Leadership in Social Work Organizations roles and expectations of RNs in the province of
Alberta. The College and Association of Registered
• SLWK 2218 - Social Work Knowledge and
Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) identify Internationally
Skills for Group Work
Educated Nurses who are required to take bridging
• SLWK 2222 - Social Work with Families
courses and refer them to the MRU Bridge to
• SLWK 2297 - Social Work Practicum II Canadian Nursing program.
• SLWK 2221 - Social Work Practice with Successful completion of bridging courses helps to
Communities or prepare IENs to write the national Nursing Exam and
• SLWK 2223 - Social Work Practice in transition to registered nurse employment in Canada.
Addictions and Mental Health The BCN program of study addresses concepts such
as professional communication skills for nurses,
• General Education Requirement professional nursing in Canada, health alterations and
therapeutics, health assessment, professional nursing
• General Education Requirement
skills, clinical reasoning skills, nursing theory, and
nursing clinical practice in a medical/surgical this basis will be required to withdraw from
environment to prepare nurses who have been the program.
educated outside Canada for safe, competent nursing In order to be considered a student of record in the
practice in Canadian health care settings. Course Bridge to Canadian Nursing program at Mount Royal,
work is also offered to help IENs address knowledge the student must achieve a minimum "C" grade (or
and practice differences in three specific areas of minimum prerequisite grade) or "EP" (Experiential
nursing practice: professional nursing in mental Pass) in all BCN courses. Grades below a 'C' in a
health, child health and family newborn health. BCN theory course or an unsatisfactory ("EF":
Experiential Fail) in a BCN clinical practice course
Candidates may take one or more courses depending must be cleared by repeating the course before
on their learning needs. IENs completing all required students may progress to any further nursing courses
credits in the program will receive a certificate of that require the failed course as a prerequisite.
achievement. Students with two failures in the same BCN course
will be withdrawn from the program and will not be
eligible for re-admission unless approval is received
Academic Performance from the Chair of the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Requirements Students are permitted one re-registration in the same
BCN course. That is, students are not allowed more
In matters of progression and continuance, there are than two (2) grades below the minimum pass or two
instances when institutional processes do not fully (2) withdrawals in the same nursing program course,
address concerns related to student continuance in a nor are they permitted one withdrawal and one grade
program. below the minimum pass within the same nursing
program course. Students who are unsuccessful after
a. Violations of a professional code of ethics two registrations in the same BCN course will be
and/or standards of practice (i.e. CARNA required to withdraw from the program and will not be
and CNA nursing professional practice eligible for re-admission to the program. An appeal
documentation). A committee established by process is available, see the Student Handbook.
the program will assess violations of relevant
student will be required to withdraw from the Program Duration
program based on the seriousness of the
violation.
Program requirements for the Bridge to Canadian
Nursing program must be completed in two academic
registrations in the same core course (as years.
withdraw from the program. This includes,
but is not limited to, the following examples Students With Disabilities
of unsuccessful registration:
• Students who do not achieve the When warranted, and without compromising
minimum required grade (as academic and professional nursing practise
defined by the program) in one or standards, Mount Royal will provide reasonable
both registrations; accommodation for students with documented
• Students who earn a grade of "F" in disabilities.
one or both registrations; and
• Students who withdraw from the
course with a "W" in one or both Nursing Practice
registrations.
Experience Policies
because of an assessed detrimental impact Students must demonstrate satisfactory clinical
on the client, client group, or community performance as outlined in the course syllabus.
being served. Students who are unable to Students' nursing practice experience may be
meet clinical or field course requirements on scheduled at varied hours, including days, evenings,
nights and weekends. Students may be required to prior to the beginning of all clinical experiences. All
complete practice experiences at sites distant from associated costs are the responsibility of the student.
their place of residence. An out-of-town practice
experience may be scheduled. All travel and
accommodation costs associated with practice Mask Fit Testing
experiences are the responsibility of the student.
As a prerequisite for acute care clinical practice, all
Participation in the classroom, clinical practice, tutorial students must be fitted for N95 masks in accordance
and laboratory sessions is mandatory. A student who with Alberta Health Services policy. Mask fit-testing is
is unable to attend these experiences due to valid for two years unless there has been weight gain
exceptional circumstances, and therefore, is unable to or loss greater than 4.5 kilograms, or following nasal
meet course objectives may apply for deferral of fracture or facial scarring, in which case, refitting is
course work. Students are cautioned that even if a required sooner. Evidence of mask fit testing is to be
deferral is granted, required practice and/or tutorial provided to the BCN Academic Advisor and students
experiences may not be immediately available and must have their mask size with them for practice
student progress through the program may be experiences. All costs associated with this service are
delayed as a result. the responsibility of the student.
A student may be prohibited from attending or

completing a clinical practice experience if there is Police Information Check
evidence to suggest that the student's physical and/or
psychological health may be detrimental to patients or
Provincial legislation requires that new employees
patient care. Approval of the Chair of the School of
and volunteers in publicly funded agencies including
Nursing and Midwifery is required for entry into the
hospitals, seniors' lodges, group homes and nursing
clinical course.
homes are subject to a police information check and
vulnerable sector check. In some cases, agencies
Interruption of Program may require students to provide proof of a police
information check prior to commencing a clinical
course. Thus, students may be required to obtain
Students who interrupt their program of studies by not
more than one police information check during their
taking courses for one or more semesters are advised
program of studies. All costs related to the police
to refer to the relevant institutional policies.
information check are the responsibility of the student.
Program Completion If a student is denied a clinical placement, due to

concerns on the police check, then the student will be
Requirements unable to meet course requirements and will be
required to withdraw from the program. Refer to the
statement regarding Police Information and Other
To be eligible for the Bridge to Canadian Nursing Background Checks in the University Calendar.
program Certificate of Achievement, students must
complete the program and achieve a cumulative
grade point average of 2.00 with no grade less than Immunization
"C" in each of their courses.
Proof of up-to-date immunization (including rubella)

Cardiopulmonary status is required for all professional practice courses
and is the responsibility of the student. All associated
Resuscitation (C.P.R.) costs are the responsibility of the student. Failure to
maintain a current immunization status will result in
Certification immediate withdrawal from the clinical practice area.
Students must provide proof of current C.P.R.

Certification at the Basic Life Support for Healthcare
Provider Level C on an annual basis. Evidence of
certification is to be shown to the clinical instructor
•
General Admission HLTH 3105 - Health Alterations and
Therapeutics I
•
Requirements HLTH 3107 - Professional Nursing Health
Assessment
• HLTH 3211 - Health Alterations and
Prospective students apply for the Bridge to Canadian Therapeutics II
Nursing program using the standard Mount Royal • HLTH 3217 - Professional Nursing in Family
Application for Admission form. The College and Newborn
Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) • HLTH 3219 - Professional Nursing in Child
determines which courses are required for each Health
student. Normally, qualified applicants are accepted to • HLTH 3221 - Professional Nursing in Mental
this program on a first come first served basis; Health
however, as course availability becomes more limited, • HLTH 3313 - Professional Nursing Skills
qualified applicants may be admitted based on how
• HLTH 3415 - Professional Clinical Practice
their specific course requirements match course
availability.
Applicants must also demonstrate English Language

Embalmer, Certificate
Proficiency (ELP) if their first language (learned and
understood), is not English. Mount Royal University's • Admission
English Language Proficiency (Institutional) • Curriculum
requirement must be met. • Graduation Requirements
Enrolment in this program is very limited; therefore,

the application may be closed early in the application
cycle. You are encouraged to provide your letter from
General Information
CARNA and other prerequisites to the academic
department well in advance of the application opening Mount Royal's Funeral programs prepare students for
date an entry-level position in the funeral service
profession. The majority of courses are delivered
online and students learn from expert instructors in an
Transfer Credit interactive environment. Students may complete their
online courses and work experience within their home
Assessment community. The embalmer certificate specializes in
embalming and restorative arts. Students are
prepared to become licensed as an Embalmer.
This program will not offer transfer credit for
coursework completed at other institutions.
Program Duration
Curriculum
Program requirements for certificate completion can
The Bridge to Canadian Nursing (BCN) program is an be completed in 12 months. Students have six
individualized program of study which provides the calendar years from the date of initial registration in
following listed courses. Please note that attendance the Embalmer certificate to complete all requirements.
at Student Advising sessions (individualized or group) Students seeking an extension beyond six years may
is strongly recommended to facilitate a smooth be required to complete additional coursework.
progression through the program.
• HLTH 3101 - Professional Communication

Residency Requirements
Skills for Nurses
• HLTH 3103 - Professional Nursing In Normally, 50% of the academic work completed
Canada toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must
appropriate faculty. In addition, the embalming Students participating in the embalming practicum are
practicum and work experience components of the required to purchase personal protective equipment,
Funeral Service programs must normally be at their own expense. Personal protective equipment
completed as a student of Mount Royal. will be available for purchase at the Cougars Campus
Store.
Work Experience
Immunization
The work experience courses are designed to provide
an extension of the learning process in a relevant Proof of up-to-date immunization status is required for
work environment, giving students an opportunity to the duration of the program and is the responsibility of
further develop their skills alongside funeral service the student. All associated costs are the responsibility
professionals. The work experience courses are of the student. Failure to maintain a current
typically offered each semester and may often be immunization status may result in immediate
completed at the same time as the academic courses. withdrawal from professional practice courses or the
program.
Students are responsible to secure their own work
experience placement. Given the fluctuating nature of
the labour market, opportunities may vary and Standard First Aid and
who exhibits professional misconduct before or during Basic Rescuer CPR Level C
withdraw from the program. Students will be required to provide proof of current
Pre-practice Requirements admission to the program and by the advertised
deadline. Certification must be valid for the duration
Pre-practice requirements must be completed after a of the program. Failure to maintain current Standard
student is admitted to the program and within the first First Aid with CPR C certification may result in
semester. Pre-practice requirements must remain immediate withdrawal from professional practice
current for the duration of the program, and all courses or the program. All associated costs are the
associated costs are the responsibility of the student. responsibility of the student.
The program will provide students with more
applicable deadlines. WHMIS
Students must present evidence of valid WHMIS
Mask Fit Testing certification. The certification must be valid for the
duration of the program.
All students participating in the embalming practicum
must be fitted for N95 masks. Mask fit-testing is valid
for two years unless there has been weight gain or Additional Pre-Practice
loss greater than 4.5 kilograms, or following nasal
fracture or facial scarring, in which case, refitting is
Requirements
required sooner. Evidence of mask fit testing is to be
provided to the program team, and students must Additional pre-practice requirements may be required
have their mask size with them for practice of work experience locations. All associated costs are
experiences. the responsibility of the student. Documentation of
these additional pre-practice requirements may be
requested by, and provided to, the work experience
Personal Protective location by the student.
Equipment
Students preparing for work experience may be • XFDC 20002 - Embalming Theory 1
required to provide a current Police Information Check • XFDC 20005 - Embalming Theory II
to their work experience location, at their own
• XFDC 20007 - Restorative Art I
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or
• XFDC 20010 - Restorative Art II
decline a student for work experience placement
based upon the results of police information or other • XFDC 20013 - Anatomy & Physiology
background checks. Please refer to the statement • XFDC 20018 - Chemistry
regarding police information and other background • XFDC 20020 - Microbiology
checks in this calendar. • XFDC 20022 - Embalmer Work Experience
• XFDC 20023 - Embalming Practicum
Non-Graduated Class 5 • XFDC 25000 - Professional Practice &

Decedent Care
Driver's License
required to provide a non-graduated Class 5 driver's To be eligible for graduation, students must satisfy all
license to their work experience location, at their own program requirements.
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or
decline a student for work experience placement if Students must follow the graduation application
they do not have a non-graduated Class 5 driver's procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal
license. This may also impact the student's ability to Academic Calendar. Applications must be submitted
complete the program requirements for graduation or by the date published in the calendar.
to gain employment in the funeral profession.
For the purpose of progression and graduation, all
students in the Embalmer certificate must obtain a
General Admission minimum grade of C in all courses with the following
Requirements exceptions:
• XFDC 20023 - Embalming Practicum

Applicants are not required to meet the General • XFDC 20022 - Embalmer Work Experience
Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University with a minimum grade of EP.
programs. Applicants must meet the English
Language Proficiency Requirement (if your primary or
first language is not English). In addition, applicants Professional Licensing
must present evidence of funeral-related experience.
Official transcripts from all high school and post- Graduates of the Funeral Service programs may
secondary institutions attended are required. become licensed as a Funeral Director and/or
Embalmer in the province of Alberta. Licensing
requirements are governed by the Alberta Funeral
Curriculum Services Regulatory Board. Please refer to the
Alberta Funeral Services Regulatory Board for all
The certificate is specialized in nature and requires requirements - afsrb.ab.ca.
students to complete 10 core courses (465 hours).
Students or graduates residing outside of Alberta
Note: Occupational Programs are non-credit should contact the provincial or national regulatory
Continuing Education programs that do not meet body governing funeral service in their province.
General Admission Requirements. Therefore, the
courses taken within these programs cannot be used
towards an undergraduate degree, diploma or Funeral Director, Certificate
certificate program nor do students have access to
• Admission
non-credit academic upgrading courses you may
• Curriculum
complete. • Graduation Requirements
General Information withdraw from the program.
Mount Royal's Funeral programs prepare students for

an entry-level position in the funeral service
Pre-practice Requirements
profession. The majority of courses are delivered
online and students learn from expert instructors in an Pre-practice requirements must be completed after a
interactive environment. Students may complete their student is admitted to the program and within the first
online courses and work experience within their home semester. Pre-practice requirements must remain
community. Concentrate on funeral directing. current for the duration of the program, and all
Students are prepared to become licensed as a associated costs are the responsibility of the student.
Funeral Director. The program will provide students with more
applicable deadlines.
Program Duration
Immunization
Program requirements for certificate completion can
be completed in 12 months. Students have six
calendar years from the date of initial registration in Proof of up-to-date immunization status is required for
the Funeral Director certificate to complete all the duration of the program and is the responsibility of
requirements. Students seeking an extension beyond the student. All associated costs are the responsibility
six years may be required to complete additional of the student. Failure to maintain a current
coursework. immunization status may result in immediate
withdrawal from professional practice courses or the
program.
Residency Requirements
Standard First Aid and
toward the award of a Mount Royal parchment must Basic Rescuer CPR Level C
Students will be required to provide proof of current
appropriate faculty. In addition, the embalming
practicum and work experience components of the
Funeral Service programs must normally be
admission to the program and by the advertised
completed as a student of Mount Royal.
deadline. Certification must be valid for the duration
of the program. Failure to maintain current Standard
Work Experience First Aid with CPR C certification may result in
immediate withdrawal from professional practice
courses or the program. All associated costs are the
The work experience courses are designed to provide responsibility of the student.
an extension of the learning process in a relevant
work environment, giving students an opportunity to
further develop their skills alongside funeral service WHMIS
professionals. The work experience courses are
typically offered each semester and may often be
Students must present evidence of valid WHMIS
completed at the same time as the academic courses.
certification. The certification must be valid for the
Students are responsible to secure their own work duration of the program.
experience placement. Given the fluctuating nature of
the labour market, opportunities may vary and
Additional Pre-Practice
who exhibits professional misconduct before or during Requirements
Additional pre-practice requirements may be required Note: Occupational Programs are non-credit
of work experience locations. All associated costs are Continuing Education programs that do not meet
the responsibility of the student. Documentation of General Admission Requirements. Therefore, the
these additional pre-practice requirements may be courses taken within these programs cannot be used
requested by, and provided to, the work experience towards an undergraduate degree, diploma or
location by the student. certificate program nor do students have access to
Police Information Check non-credit academic upgrading courses you may
complete.
required to provide a current Police Information Check • XFDC 25000 - Professional Practice &
to their work experience location, at their own Decedent Care
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or • XFDC 25001 - Funeral Directing I
decline a student for work experience placement • XFDC 20004 - Funeral Directing II
based upon the results of police information or other • XFDC 20008 - Funeral Directing III
background checks. Please refer to the statement • XFDC 20012 - Work Experience I
regarding police information and other background
• XFDC 20014 - Psychology of Death & Dying
checks in this calendar.
• XFDC 20016 - Business Strategies
• XFDC 20019 - Business Communications
Non-Graduated Class 5 • XFDC 20024 - Funeral Director Work
Experience II
Driver's License • XFDC 20025 - Funeral Trends & Regulations
• XFDC 20101 - Intro to Conflict Resolution
• XFDC 20102 - Negotiating with Integrity
required to provide a non-graduated Class 5 driver's
license to their work experience location, at their own
expense. It is each location's decision to accept or Graduation Requirements
reject a student for work experience placement if they
do not have a non-graduated Class 5 driver's license. To be eligible for graduation, students must satisfy all
This may also impact the student's ability to complete program requirements.
the program requirements for graduation or to gain
employment in the funeral profession. Students must follow the graduation application
Academic Calendar. Applications must be submitted
General Admission by the date published in the calendar.
Requirements For the purpose of progression and graduation, all

students in the Funeral Director certificate must obtain
Applicants are not required to meet the General a minimum grade of "C" in all courses with the
Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University following exceptions:
programs. Applicants must meet the English
Language Proficiency Requirement (if your primary or
• XFDC 20012 - Work Experience I
first language is not English). In addition, applicants • XFDC 20024 - Funeral Director Work
must present evidence of funeral-related experience. Experience II with a minimum grade of "EP".
Official transcripts from all high school and post-
secondary institutions attended are required. Professional Licensing
Curriculum Graduates of the Funeral Service programs may
become licensed as a Funeral Director and/or
The certificate is specialized in nature and requires Embalmer in the province of Alberta. Licensing
students to complete 12 core courses (1815 hours). requirements are governed by the Alberta Funeral
Services Regulatory Board. Please refer to the Students intending to pursue the PEP post-graduation
Alberta Funeral Services Regulatory Board for all need to make themselves aware of the CPA student
requirements - afsrb.ab.ca. academic achievement requirements for pre-requisite
learning for entrance into the PEP program. These
Students or graduates residing outside of Alberta academic requirements can be found by visiting the
should contact the provincial or national regulatory CPA Alberta website.
body governing funeral service in their province.
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I
Post Bachelor's Certificate • ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting I
Advanced Accounting, Post • ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing
•
Bachelor's Certificate ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and
Corporate Income Tax
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial
General Information •
Accounting
ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial
Accounting
This certificate is designed for individuals with prior
post-secondary education and work experience. It will
be of value to individuals contemplating a career
change or those who wish to expand their knowledge
of the field. Normally, senior-level courses are taken To graduate, all Business Administration Certificate
after the completion of introductory-level courses. students must successfully complete all the courses in
Students may receive credits from previous higher the curriculum with a minimum overall Grade Point
education courses but should consult the information Average of 2.00.
and timelines posted online for the assessment of
transfer credit equivalency. Students can attend the
program on a full-time or part-time basis; courses are Human Resources, Post
offered during the day and night time, depending on
student demand. The time to complete the program is
Bachelor's Certificate
dependent on the individual student's circumstances.
General Information
Admission
Requirements This certificate is designed for individuals with prior
Post-secondary degree. change or those who wish to expand their knowledge
of the field. Normally, senior-level courses are taken
Note: Students applying for admission into the after the completion of introductory-level courses.
Advanced Accounting Certificate are required to have Students may receive credits from previous higher
successfully completed ACCT 2121 - Financial education courses but should consult the information
Accounting Concepts. Because of the sequential and timelines posted online for the assessment of
(prerequisite) nature of accounting courses, the time transfer credit equivalency. Students can attend the
required to complete the Advanced Accounting program on a full-time or part-time basis; courses are
Certificate is typically three to four semesters (18 offered during the day and night time, depending on
months to 2 years). student demand. The time to complete the program is
dependent on the individual student's circumstances.
Curriculum
after the completion of introductory-level courses.
Admission Students may receive credits from previous higher
education courses but should consult the information
Requirements and timelines posted online for the assessment of
transfer credit equivalency. Students can attend the
Post-secondary degree. program on a full-time or part-time basis; courses are
offered during the day and night time, depending on
student demand. The time to complete the program is
Curriculum dependent on the individual student's circumstances.

Resources Admission
•
•
HRES 3278 - Employee Relations
MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
Requirements
Practices
• MGMT 3230 - Business Law Post-secondary degree.
• Approved Option 1 Curriculum
• Approved Option 2
• Approved Option 3 • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
Approved Options • MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing
Students must take any three of the following courses. Approved Options
• HRES 3274 - Recruitment & Selection
Students must take any five of the following courses.
• HRES 3275 - Compensation & Benefits
• HRES 3277 - Organizational Learning and • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
Development Entrepreneurial Experience
• HRES 4407 - Transition Management • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
Practice
Graduation Requirements • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
To graduate, all Business Administration Certificate • MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing
students must successfully complete all the courses in Relationships
the curriculum with a minimum overall Grade Point • MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding
Average of 2.00. • MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
•
Marketing, Post Bachelor's MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy
Certificate Note
General Information Prerequisites for these courses must be followed.
Students wishing to focus on creative marketing as

part of their certificate are advised to take MKTG
This certificate is designed for individuals with prior
3450, MKTG 3550, and MKTG 4850.
change or those who wish to expand their knowledge
of the field. Normally, senior-level courses are taken
Students wishing to focus on strategic marketing as • ATTH 2112 - Clinical Musculoskeletal
part of their certificate are advised to take MKTG Anatomy (3 credits)
3458, MKTG 3558, and MKTG 4858. • ATTH 2050 - Professional Practice in Athletic
Therapy (3 credits)
Graduation Requirements • First Responder for Athletic Therapy*
• Taping and Prophylactic Support
*It should be noted that this is not a traditional First Responder course offered in
To graduate, all Business Administration Certificate
the community. It is a customized course that bridges the first responder
students must successfully complete all the courses in
curriculum with the athletic therapy curriculum. It can only be taken through
the curriculum with a minimum overall Grade Point
Mount Royal University.
Average of 2.00.
The last three courses are typically offered in August
Athletic Therapy, Post each year. Students will be required to make the
appropriate arrangements to be available and attend
Bachelor's Certificate these courses when offered.
Admission is competitive, meaning students with a

General Information higher conditional admission GPA will be considered
first and preference will be given to applicants with a
minimum Grade Point Average of 3.00 on the
This program is designed to provide participants with conditional and final admission average. Conditional
advanced knowledge, experience and skills in the admission will be based on the four most recently
delivery of athletic therapy services. This program is completed courses by Dec.December 31 and final
accredited through the Canadian Athletic Therapists admission will be based on the eight most recently
Association. The program includes theoretical, field completed courses by June April 30. In addition,
and clinical practicum experiences that prepare applicants are required to present, preference will be
practitioners for the certification exams. given to applicants with a Grade Point Average GPA
of 3.00 in Human Anatomy and in Prevention and
Care of Athletic Injuries.
Admission
Requirements Curriculum
Due to course prerequisites, sequencing and course
Applicants for the Athletic Therapy program must
offering, this program will take approximately two
possess a degree in kinesiology, physical education,
years to complete. Not all semesters will require
human kinetics, exercise science or equivalent.
students to take five courses. Please see the
Successful applicants must have completed the
department Academic Advisor for program planning
following courses (either as part of their degree
and sequencing suggestions.
matriculation or subsequent to the degree):
• ATTH 2050 - Professional Practice in Athletic

• Human Anatomy
Therapy
• Human Physiology
• ATTH 2112 - Clinical Musculoskeletal
• Exercise Physiology
Anatomy
• Biomechanics
• Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries Peripheral
• Introductory Strength Training • ATTH 3120 - Therapeutic Modalities
• Introductory Flexibility • ATTH 3130 - Rehabilitation Techniques I
Once a student is offered conditional admission, they
• ATTH 3150 - Clinical Practicum I
will be informed of the timing and delivery of the
• ATTH 3152 - Clinical Practicum II
following four courses that must be successfully
completed to gain final admission into the program. • ATTH 3160 - Field Practicum I
• ATTH 3162 - Field Practicum II
• ATTH 4110 - Musculoskeletal Assessment - delivery, teleconference, video conference and video
Spinal recordings.
• ATTH 4130 - Rehabilitation Techniques II
Each course will require 10 to 12 hours per week of
• ATTH 4140 - Practical Clinical Management
study time. Optional on-campus or
and Administration
virtual seminars/tutorials may be offered for some
• ATTH 4150 - Clinical and Field Practicum III courses.
• ATTH 4152 - Clinical and Field Practicum IV
• ATTH 5100 - Issues in Athletic Therapy Clinical practica are arranged for each student by the
• HPED 2030 - Statistics and Research program faculty in critical care or emergency
Methods departments. This may be supplemented with
observation in related settings to meet the student's
learning needs, skill development and competence
Statistics for Health Professionals
(as assessed by program faculty). Ongoing
supervision and guidance are provided jointly through
Graduation Requirements a preceptorship experience in conjunction with
program faculty. Clinical agencies must be pre-
To be eligible for graduation, students must satisfy all approved to meet the objectives of the Advanced
program requirements and maintain an overall GPA of Critical Care Nursing program.
2.00. Students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate in
Prior to commencing clinical, students must have 1-
Athletic Therapy must provide proof of completion in
year FTE acute care medical/surgical experience and
the following courses prior to graduating:
have completed a police information check.
• Sport Psychology
All of these courses may be reported as nursing
• Nutrition practice hours for the renewal of your governing body
Students must follow the graduation application (e.g. CARNA). Students who meet specific criteria
procedure outlined in the current Mount Royal may receive credit by prior learning assessment for
Calendar. See the 'General Graduation Requirements' the clinical course.
section of the this calendar for further information.
Post Diploma Certificate

Requirements
Advanced Studies in Critical
In matters of program continuance, there are
Care Nursing, Post Diploma instances when institutional processes do not fully
address concerns related to student progress or
Certificate continuance in a program. This applies in the
following circumstances:
General Information 1. Violations of a professional code of ethics

and/or standards of practice (e.g., CARNA,
CNA nursing professional practice
The certificate program is designed for post-diploma documentation). A committee established by
study for registered nurses seeking to develop the program will assess violations of relevant
knowledge, skills and expertise in the areas of critical codes and standards and whether the
care or emergency nursing. The program is designed student will be required to withdraw from the
with theoretical and clinical courses that prepare program based on the seriousness of the
practitioners to deal effectively with critically ill and violation.
emergency patients in rural, regional and tertiary 2. Students who are unsuccessful after two
hospitals. registrations in the same core course (as
Theory courses are designed for distance learning withdraw from the program. This includes,
incorporating a combination of textbooks, internet/web
but is not limited to, the following examples
of unsuccessful registration:
Prior Learning Assessment
o students who do not achieve the and Recognition
defined by the program) in one or
both registrations Before making an application for Prior Learning
o students who earn a grade of "F" in Assessment and Recognition, students should consult
one or both registrations with the Course Coordinator. Recognition for prior
o students who withdraw from the learning may be given to students who have clinical
course with a "W" in one or both experience and/or national certification in specialty
registrations areas (e.g. Critical Care or Emergency).
3. Students who are denied a practicum
because of an assessed detrimental impact
Admission
being served. Students who are unable to
Requirements
meet clinical course requirements on this
basis will be required to withdraw from the • Graduation from a recognized post-
program. secondary educational institution with a
diploma or degree and is a Registered
Continuation in the program Nurse/Graduate Nurse
• Nursing students with senior-level status in a
recognized nursing program are permitted to
To be a continuing student of record in the ACCN take some theory courses in the program
Certificate Program, a minimum grade of "C" is and are strongly encouraged to discuss
required in all courses and a minimum of 18 credits course enrollment with the academic advisor
for the Critical Care Nursing and Emergency Nursing at their primary institution
Streams.
• Allied Health Professionals such as LPNs,
Paramedics or Respiratory Therapists are
University Transfer permitted to take some theory courses in the
program with the approval of the
Course Coordinator
The Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing In addition, applicants must submit the following
Certificate is transferable to post-registered nursing documents:
baccalaureate programs at most Alberta universities.
Students must meet the admission requirements for • Mount Royal Application for Admission form
the university of their choice. Students considering • Final/Official transcripts from all post-
transfer credit are encouraged to investigate their secondary institutions attended
education plans with an academic advisor at the
• Proof of current, active nursing registration
institution and faculty in which they are seeking to
enroll, or are enrolled. • To complete the clinical practicum in Alberta,
students must submit a current, active
permanent or temporary license with
Financial Assistance the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (
CRNA).
o NOTE: No conditions that would
IInformation regarding financial assistance is
interfere with the ability to complete
available from the College of Registered Nurses of
the practicum may be on the permit
Alberta (CRNA), the Students' Finance Board, and the
prior to commencing the clinical
Office of the Registrar - Financial Aid (Mount Royal).
course.
Other possible sources of funding may include Health
Regions, Alumni Associations, and Specialty Interest
• To complete the clinical practicum outside
Groups. Scholarship information is available on the Alberta, students must submit a current,
Mount Royal website. active permanent or temporary license with
the appropriate nursing regulatory body
o NOTE: No conditions that would • ACCN 5551 - Emergency Nursing -
interfere with the ability to complete Pathophysiology
the practicum may be on the permit • ACCN 5553 - Emergency Nursing: Care of
prior to commencing the clinical the Acutely III and Injured - Part A
course.
• ACCN 5555 - Emergency Nursing: Care of
• Prior to commencing the clinical practicum, the Acutely III and Injured - Part B
evidence of 1-year FTE acute
• ACCN 5591 - Emergency Nursing: Clinical
medical/surgical experience (within the last
3-5 years) is required. If you do not meet
this requirement, a letter to support how you Graduation Requirements
meet this requirement may be considered.
o The 1-year FTE requirement allows To be eligible for graduation, students must
the student to develop the satisfactorily complete all course requirements in their
foundational skills to be successful stream of study (Critical Care or Emergency).
in the clinical practicum. Students must maintain an overall minimum GPA of
Note: This acute care experience is 2.00 with no grade less than "C" in each course.
not a requirement to enter the
program, it can be accumulated Students completing requirements will be awarded an
while completing the theory Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing Certificate
courses. from Mount Royal University.
Students applying to graduate must do so by the date

Curriculum published in the Mount Royal University Calendar.
Theory courses in the Advanced Studies in Critical

Care Nursing Post-Diploma Certificate program are Minor
offered on a home study basis (distance delivery) in
the Fall and Winter Semesters. Some theory courses
may be offered in the Spring. Clinical practice courses
Accounting, Minor
are organized in intensive care or emergency units in
the Fall, Winter and Spring Semesters. The Minor in Accounting provides graduates with the
accounting knowledge and skills to complement their
major area of interest.
Critical Care Stream
The Accounting Minor focuses on developing an
Required courses: understanding of the accounting process and
prepares students for entry-level accounting
• ACCN 5501 - Critical Care Nursing: positions. The Accounting Minor is open to students
Foundations of Critical Care Nursing outside of the Bachelor of Business Administration
• ACCN 5505 - Critical Care Nursing: program and successful completion of the Minor is
Pathophysiology recorded on the student's transcript.
• ACCN 5507 - Pharmacology for the Acutely
III To complete a Minor in Accounting, students must
take six courses from the following course of study:
• ACCN 5531 - Critical Care Nursing and
• ACCN 5581 - Critical Care Nursing: Clinical Required Courses
Emergency Stream • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts

Required courses: • ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I
• ACCN 5531 - Critical Care Nursing and
Two of the following • GNED 1201 - Aesthetic Experience and
Ideas
• GNED 1202 - Texts and Ideas
• GNED 1203 - Nature and Ideas
• ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing Literary; One of:
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and
Corporate Income Tax • ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial Restoration
Accounting • ENGL 3306 - History of the English
• ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial Language
Accounting • ENGL 3323 - Early Medieval Literature
• ACCT 4403 - Accounting Theory • ENGL 3324 - Literature in the Age of
Chaucer
Note • ENGL 4410 - Topics in Medieval Literature,

650-1500
Students intending to pursue the Chartered

Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Historical; One of:
Education Program (PEP) post-graduation need to
make themselves aware of the CPA student academic • HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500
achievement requirements for prerequisite learning for • HIST 2204 - The Medieval World
entrance into the PEP program. These academic
• HIST 2206 - The History of Ancient Rome
requirements can be found by visiting the CPA Alberta
website.
• HIST 2238 - Topics in Ancient/Medieval
History
• HIST 3201 - Medieval Crime and
Ancient and Medieval Punishment
• HIST 4733 - Advanced Topics in European
Studies, Minor Social and Cultural History *
*This course requires one or more pre-
Ancient and Medieval Studies involves a multi- requisites outside of the minor.
disciplinary examination of the culture, history,
literature, philosophy, art, drama, science,
Other Perspectives; One of:
mathematics, politics, and religion during the roughly
6500 year period spanning from around 5000 BCE to
1500 CE. That last date is traditionally thought to • ANTH 1105 - Ancient Peoples and Places
close the Medieval period, but in reality, it is an • ANTH 2225 - Ancient Civilizations
arbitrary point-both the Ancient and the Medieval • ANTH 2215 - Archaeology of the Levant
periods bleed into and exert an important influence on • ANTH 2270 - Archaeology of Egypt and the
those of the Renaissance and Early-Modern periods. Nile Valley
Students will have an opportunity to expand their
• ARTH 1101 - The History of Art: Prehistory
knowledge in these directions.
to Renaissance
Students must complete seven courses from the list • CLAS 1111 - The Technical Terms of
described below. Medicine and the Life Sciences
• GNED 2203 - Mathematics and Human
Experience
Required Courses: • HUMN 1109 - Western Culture I: Before the
Reformation
Interdisciplinary; One of: • HUMN 2219 - Ancient Greece
• PHIL 2204 - Medieval Philosophy
• PHIL 2211 - The Classical Period Students must complete eight Anthropology courses
• PLSC 2210 - History of Political Thought I to achieve a minor in Anthropology:
Additional Options: Required Courses
Three additional courses must be taken from any of • Three 1000-level Anthropology courses
those courses listed above or in combination with the • Two Anthropology courses at the 3000-level
list of courses below. No more than one course from or higher
the list below can be used to satisfy requirements in • Three additional Anthropology courses, of
the minor. which only one may be at the 1000-level

Plays
• ENGL 3313 - Shakespeare: The Later Plays Note
Literature Students should be aware registration in senior level
• ENGL 4420 - Topics in Early Modern ANTH courses may require successful completion of
Literature, 1450-1700 specific ANTH courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or
3000 level.
• HIST 2229 - Europe: The Renaissance to the
French Revolution
• HIST 3329 - Witch Trials in Early Modern Art History, Minor
Societies
• HIST 3333 - The Renaissance
Art History studies art and visual culture through the
• HIST 3335 - The Reformation history of civilization. The role of art history is to
• HUMN 2221 - Science and Religion in Early answer complex questions about the ever changing
Modern Europe political, religious, social and economic situations in
• PHIL 2215 - The Enlightenment which artistic production takes place.
Philosophers
• PLSC 2211 - History of Political Thought II
Required Courses
Notes: • ARTH 1101 - The History of Art: Prehistory
to Renaissance
Students must complete no more than three courses • ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art:
at the 1000 level and at least one course at the 3000 Renaissance to the Present
level or higher. • ARTH 3315 - Art & Ideas
Students should be aware registration in senior level • Four additional ARTH courses at the 2000
course options may require successful completion of level or higher
specific courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
Astronomy, Minor
Anthropology, Minor
The field of Anthropology covers all aspects of human
Students pursuing a minor in Astronomy are required
life, across time and space. The goal is a holistic
to take four astronomy courses, two physics courses
understanding of our varied way of life. You will gain
and two mathematics courses for a total of eight
knowledge in areas such as cultural anthropology,
courses. A minimum grade of C+ must be achieved in
biological anthropology, linguistic anthropology and
all Astronomy (ASTR) courses comprising the minor.
archaeology, and the interconnections among them.
Required Courses
• ASTR 1301 - Planetary Astronomy • BIOL 3216 - Human Physiology and
• ASTR 1303 - Stars, Galaxies, and Adaptation to Environmental Stress
Cosmology • BIOL 4207 - Womb-to-Tomb: Embryology,
• ASTR 2107 - Celestial Mechanics and Development and Aging
Relativity
• ASTR 3107 - Physical Cosmology Note
A minimum grade of C- is required in the courses
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I comprising the minor.
• PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and
Radiation Students should be aware registration in senior level
course options may require successful completion of
specific courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
Biology, Minor
A minor in Biology provides students with the
Business, Minor
opportunity to learn about the science of life. The
Biology minor is composed of two required courses The minor in Business provides a general overview of
and four options, for a total of six courses. This minor the business environment to students in degree
is not available to students enrolled in Biology, Health programs outside of the Bissett School of Business.
Science or Cellular and Molecular Biology majors. Through exposure to the major functional areas in
business, students will be able to supplement their
discipline studies as they prepare to launch their
Required Courses: careers following graduation. This minor is not
available to students enrolled in the BBA.
• BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes Required Courses
Two of the following: • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts
• BIOL 2101 - Genetics Resources
• BIOL 2102 - How They Do It: Patterns of • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
Reproduction Practices
• BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
• BIOL 2203 - Human Anatomy • Plus any three 3000-level or higher course
• BIOL 2213 - Principles of Ecology and offered by the Bissett School of Business.*
Evolution
• BIOL 2309 - Plants and People * Senior level courses may require completion of one or more
prerequisites outside of the minor.

Business and Society,
• BIOL 3107 - Evolution in Health and Disease Minor
• BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
This minor explores the relationship between
from the Land
business and society at large and how business and
• BIOL 3204 - Histology society influence one another. Students will examine
• BIOL 3207 - Human Conception the different roles that an organization can play
• BIOL 3208 - The Molecular and Genomic relating to all of the various stakeholders in a
Revolutions in Biology constantly changing environment.
Required Courses • MGMT 3230 - Business Law

Enterprise One of the following:
• MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social • HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
Responsibility • SRMG 2400 - Commercial Recreation
• MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management & • SRMG 2440 - Community Development
Sustainable Development • SRMG 3400 - Facility and Event Planning
• MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical • SRMG 5400 - Issues in Sport and
Issues in Organizations Recreation Management *
• PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics
*One or more prerequisites may be required
outside of the minor.
Business of Sport and
Recreation, Minor Note
The minor in Business of Sport and Recreation • One course must be taken at a 3000 level or
provides a general overview of the organization, higher.
management and leadership of the sport and
• Students in the Bachelor of Health and Physi
recreation industry. This will include a focus on all
cal Education-
elements of the industry including amateur sport,
Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership must co
community recreation and professional sport among
mplete SRMG 2400, SRMG 2440, SRMG
others. Students will learn about the unique elements
3400 or SRMG
of this industry and how they can best prepare
5400 for their "Approved Recreation Options"
themselves to be leaders in it. Students completing a
. HPED
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - Sport
3630 is only available to students outside of
and Recreation Management cannot receive
Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership.
recognition for this minor.
The minor is composed of four required courses and Canadian Studies, Minor
two options, for a total of six courses.
Canadian Studies involves an interdisciplinary

Required Courses examination of the history, culture, society, politics,
economy and art of Canada. Canadian Studies spans
a diverse number of topics and seeks to understand
important issues about Canada and Canada's place in
the world both past and present. This minor is of
relevance to virtually every program at Mount Royal
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing University, particularly so in the areas of business,
• SRMG 1400 - Organization and history, politics, literature, economics and education.
Required courses
• CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts Studies
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial • CNST 3730 - Canadian Issues in Context
Practice • Six courses from the following list, with at
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication least one course from each of groups 1, 2,
Theory and Practice
and 3. At least four of these courses must be
at the 2000 level or higher. • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
Group 1: Artistic and Literary, at least Group 3: Cultural and Societal, at

one of: least one of:
• ARTH 2205 - Hipsters, Tricksters and • CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
Adventurers System
• ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914 * • CRJS 1013 - Diversity Issues and the
• ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from Criminal Justice System
1914 * • CRJS 2004 - Issues and Trends in Canadian
• ENGL 3256 - Canadian Drama * Policing *
• ENGL 3372 - Western Canadian Literature • GEOG 2225 - Regional Geography of
• FILM 3349 - Film in Canada Canada
• LING 2241 - Languages of Canada • HIST 3306 - Racism and Immigration in
• All courses designated FREN* Canada
• HIST 3319 - Conflict and Violence in
Canadian History
Group 2: Historical and Political, at • HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada:
least one of: Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
• CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative and • HIST 3383 - Sin, Vice, and Religion
International Perspective • HIST 4406 - Gender, Sexuality and the Body
• ECON 2255 - Economics of the Public *
Sector • INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous
• HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre- Studies: the Canadian Context
Confederation • INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to • SLGY 2265 - Social Stratification and
Present Inequality *
• HIST 2108 - Gender History in Canada • WGST 2221 - Women and Health
• HIST 2210 - Travel Studies in Canadian
History *Students should be aware registration in
• HIST 2215 - History of the People of the senior-level courses may require successful
completion of specific prerequisite courses.
Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
• HIST 2232 - Home, Work and Play
• HIST 2247 - Canada's Frontier: the History of Note
the West
• HIST 3304 - Children and Youth in Context A maximum of four courses at the 1000 level may be
• HIST 3356 - Topics in Canadian History counted as part of this minor.
• HIST 4404 - Topics in Canadian Social
History *
• HIST 4455 - Canada in the Era of the Cold
Chemistry, Minor
War *
• PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues Chemistry is the central science and has wide
applications throughout society. Many students want
• PLSC 2231 - The Canadian State *
to gain a deeper understanding of the molecular
• PLSC 3229 - Alberta and Provincial Politics *
processes behind the machinery of life. Other
students enjoy the kinesthetic learning and the
• POST 3303 - Federalism * or opportunity to get into the laboratory and see how
• PLSC 3303 - Federalism * science is practiced in a practical setting. Some
students are interested in the theoretical aspects of
Required courses
chemistry. Specifically, how mathematics and
computers can be used to design the newest
materials and pharmaceuticals to improve the quality • COMM 2500 - Introduction to
of life for people throughout the world. Communication Studies
Students who choose a minor in Chemistry will Contemporary Issues
receive a mixture of classroom and practical • COMM 3500 - Media, Culture and
laboratory instruction. Students will take General Communication Theory
Chemistry, which contains sections from a number of • COMM 3515 - The Future of the Media
different subdisciplines. This will be followed by
courses in Organic/Inorganic Materials and Nuclear
Chemistry. The minor consists of eight Chemistry Optional courses
courses.
Pick three of the following:
Required Courses • BMST 3401 - Media and Inclusion
• COMM 3501 - Intercultural Communication
• FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of Film
and Bonding
• GNED 2402 - Inside Information: Challenges
and Controversies in the Information Age
• INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
Rhetorics of Dissent and Disinformation
• JOUR 1700 - Journalism and Society: The
• CHEM 2401 - Inorganic Chemistry News & You
• CHEM 3201 - Structure Determination • JOUR 2503 - War & Media: The Evolution
• CHEM 3802 - The Science and Politics of and Impact of News From the Front Lines
Nuclear Energy • JOUR 3521 - The Documentary
• CHEM 4411 - Organometallic Chemistry and • PUBR 2830 - Public Relations and the Public
Catalysis Good
• SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking
Communication Studies, • SPCH 2007 - Professional Speaking
• SPCH 3001 - Persuasive Speaking
Minor
The seven required courses for the Communication
Computer Information
Studies minor will ground students in the core Systems, Minor
theoretical components of the discipline and the
optional courses will allow students to tailor the minor
to suit their interests. Students will be able to A Minor in Computer Information Systems provides a
supplement their discipline studies with stronger powerful option to students who wish to pursue a
written, analytic, and verbal communication skills, as degree in a non-computer related field of study and be
they prepare to launch their careers following equipped with a significant understanding of
graduation. The skills learned are transferable both information and computer technology as they head
personally and professionally. Students will have out into the workplace. The Minor in Computer
the opportunity to make better sense of the world Information Systems consists of five core courses and
around them in regards to how they use technology, two approved options for a total of seven courses of
communicate with others, and respond to the media which at least one must be 3000 level or above.
and cultural products they are exposed to daily. This
minor is not available to students enrolled in the Required Courses
Bachelor of Communication.
• COMP 2511 - Web I: Client Development The Creative Industries Management Minor is
• COMP 2521 - Database I: Data Modeling structured around an interdisciplinary collaboration
and Query Languages with the School of Business and the Faculty of Arts.
Students will have the opportunity to select a
• COMP 2541 - Systems Analysis
combination of interconnected but flexible courses
calculated to develop their visual literacy, as well as
One of: introduce them to the critical and business skills that
will help them discover new career opportunities in the
• COMP 1501 - Programming I: Introduction to growing fields of arts management, film, media and
Problem Solving and Programming other creative enterprises.
Students must complete a minimum of six courses
Solving and Programming from the list described below.
• COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem
Solving for the Sciences
Required Courses
One of:
Students must complete the following:
• ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing • ARTH 2207 - Studies in Art, Design and
• INFO 1661 - Technical Communication Visual Culture
Theory and Practice
One of
Two approved options • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the

• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object Practices
Oriented Programming • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
• COMP 2503 - Programming III: Data
Structures Entrepreneurship, Marketing and
• COMP 2531 - Computer Architecture and
Operating Systems Social Innovation
Society At least two of:
• COMP 3532 - System Administration and
Maintenance • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
• COMP 4543 - Project Management and Practice
Quality Assurance • ENTR 3305 - The Art of the Pitch
• COMP 4545 - Information Systems • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
Organization • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human • SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation *
Resources
The Arts
Practices
At least two of:
Creative Industries • ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art:

Renaissance to the Present
Management, Minor • ARTH 2209 - History of Modern Art from
1850 to 1920
• ARTH 3309 - Modern Architecture One Introduction to Creative Writing:
• ARTH 3311 - Art, Revolution and Pop
Culture
• CRWT 1117 - Introduction to Writing Poetry
• ARTH 3317 - Contemporary Art from 1970 to
• CRWT 1118 - Introduction to Writing Fiction
Today
• CRWT 2268 - Creative Nonfiction and Travel One Writing Foundation:
Writing
• FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of Film • ENGL 1101 - Writing for Academic Success
• FILM 2270 - American Independent Cinema • GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
• FILM 3701 - Studies in Film • GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context:
Language, Media, Culture
• GNED 1404 - Writing about Images
Notes
• Students must complete no more than three

One Approved Option:
courses at the 1000-level and at least one
course at the 3000-level or higher. • ENGL 2205 - Writing about Literature *
• Students should be aware of registration in • ENGL 2207 - Intermediate Writing
senior-level course options that may require • ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing
successful completion of specific courses at • ENGL 3304 - Advanced Writing: Theory,
the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000- level. Pedagogy, Practice
*This course requires one or more prerequisites
• ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice
• INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
Creative Writing, Minor • ENGL 4801 - Topics in Writing **
• PUBR 1849 - Applied Writing I for Public
The Minor in Creative Writing offers the opportunity to Relations
develop expertise in writing fiction, poetry, stage
plays, screenplays, nonfiction and other forms of *This course requires one or more
imaginative literature. This cross-disciplinary minor prerequisites outside of the minor.
involves a total of eight courses including at least two **ENGL 4801 may also be used as a CRWT-
at the 3000-level or higher. prefixed course.
Required Courses Notes:
• One Introduction to Creative Writing course • Students should be aware that registration in
from the list below. senior CRWT and ENGL courses may
require successful completion of specific
• One Writing Foundation course from the list
courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-
below.
level.
• One Approved Option from the list below.
• No more than one Directed Readings course
• One course at the 1000-level or higher with a
in a single discipline can be used for
CRWT prefix.
• Two courses at the 2000-level or higher with
a CRWT prefix.
• One course at the 3000-level or higher with a Data Analytics, Minor
CRWT prefix.
• One course at the 3000-level or higher with a Analytics involves the translation of data into
CRWT prefix or from approved options with meaningful and actionable insights. The Minor in Data
an ENGL prefix. Analytics provides graduates with knowledge and
skills in this growing field to complement their degrees • MATH 3454 - Regression and Time Series
and majors. Through the six required courses, Analysis
students will learn about data management, data
analysis, the identification of problems and
opportunities that can be understood through data, Data Science Options
and how to translate the results into meaningful
insights. Take one of the following courses:
• BIOL 3401 - Big Questions and Big Data in

Required Courses Biology
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object
• INFO 2650 - Visualizing Information for Oriented Programming
Presentation • DATA 2XXX Data Science II: Programming
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for for Data Science
Business • MATH 1185 - Calculus with Applications
• MGMT 3265 - Management Information • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
Systems • MATH 2XXX Mathematics for Data Science
• MGMT 4501 - Advanced Analytics in • MATH 3XXX Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Business
• MGMT 4511 - Business Intelligence Science
• MGMT 5501 - Applied Analytics - Strategy
and Professional Practice
Introduction to Programming
Data Science, Minor Take one of the following courses:
The Data Science Minor provides a strong foundation • COMP 1501 - Programming I: Introduction to
in the Mathematics, Statistics, and Computing Problem Solving and Programming
necessary to work with, and extract meaning from, • COMP 1631 - Introduction to Computer
large data sets. This minor will complement a range of Science I
different Majors and allow students to add a Data • COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem
Science credential to their degree. Solving and Programming
The minor consists of eight courses: Solving for the Sciences
• two Mathematics
• two Computing Introduction to Statistics
• three Statistics
• one Data Science Option. Take one of the following courses:
There is some flexibility in the Computing, Statistics,
and Options classes in order to allow the minor to • ENVS 1105 - Data Processing and Statistics
work with a range of different degrees. • MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological
Sciences
Required Courses Statistics
• MATH 2235 - Statistics with Applications in
Take all 4 of the following courses. Geology
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists
and Engineers
Business
Science
• MATH 2444 - Statistical Data Analysis Introduction to Databases
Take one of the following courses: • JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I
• JOUR 1709 - Journalism Foundations II
• COMP 2521 - Database I: Data Modeling
• JOUR 1727 - Digital Storytelling I
and Query Languages
Databases
Choose two:
Note
• BMST 2401 - Digital News Gathering
Some courses may require a prerequisite from • BMST 2402 - Media Marketing and
outside of the minor. Advertising
• BMST 2405 - Broadcast Presentation
Digital Media, Minor Writing
• JOUR 2707 - News Reporting I
Everyone has a story to tell. This minor will equip • JOUR 2709 - News Reporting II
graduates to tell their stories - or those of their • JOUR 2718 - Community-centred Journalism
organizations or businesses - through various digital • JOUR 2720 - Digital Visualization
media formats including social media, promotional
• JOUR 2727 - Podcasting Workshop
videos, news stories, photography and podcasts. The
Minor in Digital Media allows students to choose the • JOUR 2740 - Visual Journalism I
types of digital media practice that most interest them • JOUR 3747 - Visual Journalism II
while gaining transferable, practice-based journalism
and broadcast media skills that can enhance success Choose one:
in almost any field of work. The Minor in Digital Media
requires students to complete 6 courses. No more
than 50% can be at the 1000-level. At least one must (If not already taken)
be 3000-level. Careful planning is encouraged, as
some of the courses in the minor have prerequisites • CRWT 3304 - Advanced Creative Nonfiction:
outside the minor. Writing Place
• JOUR 3747 - Visual Journalism II
This minor is not available to students enrolled in
the Broadcast Media Studies or Journalism and
Digital Media Studies majors. Economics, Minor
For assistance with navigating the minor, please refer Economics examines how people, businesses,
to the Digital Media Minor Advising Guide. governments and various institutions use their limited
resources to gain the highest satisfaction of their
Choose one: needs, wants and desires. It identifies opportunities
available to us, and the choices and policies that bring
us and our communities the greatest satisfaction.
• BMST 1402 - Writing for Audio and Video I Economics is administered through the Department of
• JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I Economics, Justice and Policy Studies.
Choose two: Required Courses

(If not already taken) • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
• BMST 1401 - Audio and Video Production I
• BMST 1402 - Writing for Audio and Video I Macroeconomics I
• ECON 3395 - Introduction to Applied
• BMST 1405 - Writing for Audio and Video II Econometrics
• ECON 2211 - Intermediate Economic Theory • HPED 2810 - Invasion Games
- Microeconomics I or • HPED 2830 - Introductory Flexibility and
• ECON 2244 - Managerial Economics Relaxation *
• HPED 2832 - Functional Gymnastics
• Two additional ECON courses at 2000 level • HPED 2852 - Net and Implement Games
or higher
• HPED 2870 - Introductory Backpacking
• HPED 2871 - Introductory Mountain Travel
One of the following: • HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival
Techniques
• MATH 1224 - Introduction to Statistics * • HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • HPED 2875 - Introductory Mountain Biking
Business • HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing
• POST 2209 - Methodology and Statistics * • HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking
• HPED 2883 - Recreational Aquatic Games
*This course may require one or more prerequisites outside of the • HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel
minor.
From Community Health to Global Action
Elementary School Health • HPED 3711 - Field School-B
and Physical Education, • PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate
Minor •
Coaching
PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity
• ETOL - specific courses, which can be used
Physical Literacy incorporates elements of physical
to fulfill an activity requirement
activity, and mental and social well-being while
fostering the motivation, and confidence to lead a
*This course requires one or more
healthy and active life. It is much more than
participating in sports and physical activity, it's about
leading others, and ourselves, to live an active and
healthy lifestyle. This health and physical education English, Minor
minor will provide Bachelor of Education students with
experiential knowledge and learning to incorporate
The discipline of English has expanded beyond the
physical literacy into the education curriculum.
traditional study of literature to include creative
writing, film studies, technical writing and cultural
Required Courses studies. The Minor in English lets you explore the craft
and meaning behind a range of literary and popular
texts, analyze how words can shape our ethical,
cultural and critical sensibilities, and practice the art of
communicating with elegance and clarity. The minor
• PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for involves a total of eight courses.
Understanding
• PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and Required courses
Development
• One Composition course from the list
provided below
Optional Courses
• One Literature course from the list provided
below
Choose at least six credits from the following:
• One 1000-level or higher CRWT or ENGL or
FILM
• Three 2000-level or higher ENGL • One course in Pre-1900 Literature and
• Two 3000-level or higher ENGL Language (ENGL 3246, ENGL 3306, ENGL
3312, ENGL 3313, ENGL 3323, ENGL
3324, ENGL 3330, ENGL 3331, ENGL
Composition 3340, ENGL 3341, ENGL 3342, ENGL
3343, ENGL 3344, ENGL 3345, ENGL
• ENGL 1101 - Writing for Academic Success 3350)
• GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Students should be aware that registration in senior
• GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context: offerings requires successful completion of specific
Language, Media, Culture courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level.
Environmental Humanities,
Literature
Minor
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An The Minor in Environmental Humanities examines the
Introduction to Literature sociopolitical and cultural implications of key findings
• ENGL 2141 - Literature for Young Children in environmental science. Its transdisciplinary
• ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and framework draws from such disciplines as bioethics,
Visionaries environmental history, ecocriticism, and cultural
• ENGL 2273 - Animals in Popular Fiction and geography. The Environmental Humanities provides a
Film forum for critical and creative explorations of
• ENGL 2293 - Science Fiction ecological, social, and technological transformation.
The minor involves a total of seven courses, including
• ENGL 2294 - Comics as Literature
a maximum of three 1000-level courses and a
• ENGL 2295 - Fantasy
minimum of one 3000-level or higher course.
• ENGL 2298 - Children's Literature: Folklore,
Fairy Tale, Fantasy
• ENGL 2299 - Children's Literature: Writing Foundations
Representations of the Real
• ENGL 2301 - Crime and Conspiracy One course in the following:
Literature
• GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
• GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context:
Notes: Language, Media, Culture
ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the Restoration and
ENGL 2211 - English Literature from the Restoration
to the Present are highly recommended since they are Eco-Themes & Disciplinary Range
foundational to advanced studies in literature.
In addition to these courses, prospective teachers are
strongly advised to take:
• ENGL 4402 - Topics in the Environment,
Sustainability, and Resilience
• One course in Canadian Literature (ENGL
• FILM 3370 - Ecocinema
2253, ENGL 2270, ENGL 2271, ENGL
3256, ENGL 3372) • GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and
Resource Management
• One course in Indigenous Literatures (ENGL
2253, ENGL 3353) • GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues
• One course in Children's Literature (ENGL • GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and
2141, ENGL 2298, ENGL 2299, ENGL 3397) Earth Resources
• HIST 3358 - Environmental History • NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health
• NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current • NTSC 3321 - Environmental and
Environmental Issues Developmental Legacy of Alberta's Oil and
• NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable Gas Industry
and Healthy Societies
• NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health Humanities & Social Sciences
• PHIL 2291 - Philosophy and the Environment
• PSYC 3344 - Environmental Psychology One course from the following:
• SLGY 2255 - Environmental Sociology
• ANTH 1101 - Introduction to Primatology and
Earth & Natural Sciences Human Evolution
• ANTH 1103 - Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology
One course from the following:
• BIOL 3216 - Human Physiology and • ANTH 2111 - Biological Anthropology of
Adaptation to Environmental Stress South Asia
• ENVS 2100 - Introduction to Environmental • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
Science Coast
• ENVS 3336 - Indigenous & Stakeholder • ANTH 2225 - Ancient Civilizations
Consultation in Environmental Management • ANTH 2270 - Archaeology of Egypt and the
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment Nile Valley
• GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography • ANTH 3322 - Human Adaptation
• GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment • ANTH 3379 - Urban Anthropology
• GEOG 2107 - Weather and Climate • ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism
• GEOG 2235 - Regional Geography of Asia • HIST 2205 - Health, Disease and Medicine
• GEOG 2337 - Political Geography • HIST 3358 - Environmental History
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography • HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
Leadership
• GEOG 2443 - Tourism and Recreation
Geography • INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based
Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives
Resource Management
• GEOG 3107 - Conservation Biogeography
• MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management &
Sustainable Development
• GEOG 3447 - Parks and Protected Areas
• PHIL 2267 - Philosophy of Science
Geography
• PSYC 3344 - Environmental Psychology
• GEOL 1109 - Introduction to Geology

• SLGY 2253 - Urban Sociology
• GEOL 1151 - Introduction to the Petroleum

Industry • SLGY 4203 - Sociology of Food
• GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and • SLGY 4411 - Sociology of Disaster
Earth Resources
• GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life Visual & Verbal Arts
• GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
Geographic Issues Two courses, one must be a 3000-level or higher
• NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current course from the following:
Environmental Issues
• NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable • ARTH 2205 - Hipsters, Tricksters and
and Healthy Societies Adventurers
• ARTH 3309 - Modern Architecture • One of GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED
• ARTH 3313 - Impressionism: Art, Leisure & 1404
Society • FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of
• ARTH 4411 - Poetic Intentions in Film
Architecture • One 2000-level or higher FILM course
• CRWT 3304 - Advanced Creative Nonfiction: • Two 3000-level or higher FILM courses
Writing Place • Two additional 2000-level or higher courses
• ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914 from FILM or from the list below.
• ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from
1914 One of the following
• ENGL 2273 - Animals in Popular Fiction and
Film
• ANTH 2243 - Anthropology Through Film *
• ENGL 2293 - Science Fiction
to Renaissance
• ENGL 3330 - Enlightenment Literature:
• ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art:
• ENGL 3331 - Late Eighteenth-Century
• ARTH 2207 - Studies in Art, Design and
Literary Topographies
Visual Culture
• ARTH 2209 - History of Modern Art from
Environments
1850 to 1920
and Reform
Culture
• CRWT 3305 - Advanced Script Writing *
Nature
Film
Literatures
• ENGL 3309 - Theatre and Performance from
1900 to Now
• FREN 3343 - Francophone Cinema for Oral
and Written Communication *
• HIST 2291 - Film and History
• FILM 3349 - Film in Canada
• JOUR 3521 - The Documentary
• SPAN 2220 - Ibero-American Cinema
• SPAN 3312 - Hispanic Cinema *
Film Studies, Minor • WGST 2239 - Gender and Popular Culture
• WGST 3311 - Gender, Race &
The Minor in Film Studies encourages students to Representation *
select a combination of courses dedicated to film as • WGST 3346 - Gender, Culture and
well as to related disciplines that inform the making Technology *
and appreciation of cinema. The history, art and
politics of film - as well as the dynamics of critical * Students should be aware registration in senior-level courses
reception from fans to philosophers - are all part of the may require successful completion of specific prerequisite courses.
experience. This interdisciplinary minor involves a
total of eight courses, including four to seven FILM
courses. Finance, Minor
The Finance Minor provides graduates with the
Required courses finance knowledge and skills to complement their
major area of interest. The Finance Minor focuses on
developing an understanding and appreciation of
basic financial accounting, corporate finance, and • ECON 2213 - Intermediate Economic Theory
financial markets. Students may be awarded the Macroeconomics I
Minor in Finance or the Minor in Finance and • ECON 2221 - International Trade
Economics, but not both.
• ECON 2229 - International Money and
Finance
Required Courses • ECON 2241 - Money and Banking
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts Sector
At least one must be chosen from this
Four of the following group
• FNCE 2132 - Introduction to the Stock • FNCE 2132 - Introduction to the Stock
Market Market
• FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance • FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance
• FNCE 3302 - International Finance • FNCE 3302 - International Finance
• FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial • FNCE 3304 - Business and Financial
Modeling Modeling
• FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio • FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio
Management Management
Finance and Economics, Financial Services, Minor

Minor The Minor in Financial Services will provide graduates
with financial services knowledge and skills to
A joint offering of the Bissett School of Business and complement their major area of interest. This series of
the Faculty of Arts, this minor will appeal to the courses provides an overview of the principles and
student who recognizes the synergies between these practices of financial services that can be applied to
two disciplines. A combination of theory and applied opportunities in banking, investment, or insurance
knowledge, this minor can be pursued by any degree careers. After completion of all courses, students are
student in the university. Students may be awarded prepared to write the examinations leading to the CFP
the Minor in Finance or the Minor in Finance and ® (Certified Financial Planner) designation.
Economics, but not both.
Required Courses
Required courses
• FNCE 2132 - Introduction to the Stock
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts Market
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics • FNCE 3201 - Retirement Planning
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • FNCE 3203 - Income Tax Planning
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance • FNCE 3205 - Strategic Investment Planning
• FNCE 3207 - Risk Management and Estate
Planning
Four of the following
At least one must be chosen from this group.

French, Minor
- Microeconomics I
French is a global language, and the second official
language of many countries. It is spoken by
approximately 265 million people worldwide. In page. For more information, students should contact
Canada, French is an official language of government the Department of English, Languages, and Cultures.
and business. In this context, a minor in French opens
tremendous possibilities nationally and internationally. This minor is designed for students who have
A minor in French complements a number of majors: successfully completed French Language Arts 30.
Business, Communication Studies, Education, Students pursuing this minor without French
English, Humanities, Policy Studies, etc. Students Language Arts 30 may have to take an additional
planning on completing a minor in French should be 1000- and/or 2000-level FREN courses.
advised that not all French courses are offered every
year. Students should check with the Coordinator to Students should be aware registration in senior-level
ensure that they are able to meet all requirements FREN courses may require successful completion of
before graduation. specific FREN courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or
3000-level.
Required Courses
General Science for
For students who have completed French 30: Elementary Education,
• FREN 2235 - Second-Year University French Minor
I
• FREN 2237 - Second-Year University French The Minor in General Science for Elementary
II Education will provide students with classroom and
• Three additional FREN courses at the 3000 practical laboratory instruction that will help them feel
or 4000 level more comfortable teaching science in the elementary
• Any three additional FREN courses classroom. NTSC 3000 is a required course where
each week students will perform labs based on the
Alberta Learning elementary science curriculum, and
Required Courses they will have practice designing and testing their own
lab experiences. Within the minor, students will take
For students who have not completed French 30: courses from a variety of scientific disciplines,
reflecting the interdisciplinary design of the
• FREN 1109 - Beginners' French I elementary science curriculum.
• FREN 1111 - Beginners' French II
• FREN 2216 - Intermediate French I Students planning to complete a minor in General
• FREN 2218 - Intermediate French II Science should check with an Advisor early in their
studies so that they can ensure that they meet all
• FREN 2235 - Second-Year University French
requirements before graduation. Some of the courses
I
in the minor have prerequisites, so students should
• FREN 2237 - Second-Year University French consider these prerequisites when selecting their
II courses.
• FREN 2250 - Contemporary French Culture
and Civilization Students MUST be enrolled in the Bachelor of
• One additional course at the 3000 level or Education - Elementary degree program and
higher complete seven required courses.
Note Required Courses
Students taking courses in French are subject to • NTSC 3000 - Experimental Science for
placement testing, and courses required for the minor Elementary Education
vary depending on placement test results. Students • One course from each of List A, List B and
who are unsure of their level should contact the List C
department to take a short placement test and/or take • Three additional courses from List D
the online placement test available on the French web
List A Courses: Natural Sciences • GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and
Resource Management
• BIOL 1205 - The Organization and Diversity
of Life • GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology
• NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current • GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and
Environmental Issues Earth Resources
• GEOL 2153 - Natural Hazards and Disasters
• GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life
List B Courses: Physical Sciences • GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
Geographic Issues
• ASTR 1103 - The Universe at Large or • MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistical
• ASTR 1303 - Stars, Galaxies, and Reasoning
Cosmology • NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure • NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health
and Bonding
• PHYS 2103 - Radiation Medicine and
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - Imaging
• CHEM 2111 - The Organic Chemistry of Life
Note
Students can take a maximum of three courses at the
List C Courses: Earth Sciences 1000-level. If a student takes a 2000-level course as
their List B course, they can substitute additional
• ASTR 1101 - The Solar System or courses from List A, B or C in place of List D courses.
• ASTR 1301 - Planetary Astronomy
This minor is restricted solely to students enrolled in
the Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
program. For current information on declaring a minor
• GEOG 1105 - Introduction to Mapping, GIS
please see your Academic Advisor.
and Remote Sensing
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth or Geography, Minor

The Geography Minor requires a minimum of seven
List D Courses: Elementary Science geography courses.
Options
Required Courses
• BIOL 2102 - How They Do It: Patterns of
Reproduction • GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment
• BIOL 2309 - Plants and People • GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment
• BIOL 3207 - Human Conception • GEOG 1105 - Introduction to Mapping, GIS
• CHEM 2211 - The Chemistry Between Us and Remote Sensing
• COMP 1103 - Introduction to Computers
• COMP 1615 - Introduction to Programming One of the following
• GEOG 2107 - Weather and Climate
• GEOG 2111 - Earth's Changing Surface • GEOG 2107 - Weather and Climate
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography • GEOG 2109 - Ecological Land Classification
and Soils
• GEOG 2111 - Earth's Changing Surface The Geoscience minor draws on a foundation of the
• GEOG 2553 - Geographic Information classical sciences of chemistry, physics, and biology,
Systems and applies their principles to a diverse range of
processes on Earth and other planets - from landform
• GEOG 2555 - Introduction to Remote
evolution to plate tectonics to the origin and evolution
Sensing
of life and the interaction of humans with the
environment. The Geoscience minor allows students
One of the following flexibility for selecting courses that complement their
learning goals and is composed of six courses of
• GEOG 2225 - Regional Geography of which at least one course must be at the 3000- or
Canada 4000-level. The minor is not available to students
enrolled in the Geology major. Registration in senior-
• GEOG 2230 - Regional Geography of
level course options may require successful
Europe
completion of courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or
• GEOG 2235 - Regional Geography of Asia
3000-level.
• GEOG 2333 - Geography of the World
Economy
• GEOG 2335 - Cities in the Modern World Required Courses
• GEOG 2337 - Political Geography
• GEOG 2443 - Tourism and Recreation The Geoscience minor is composed of 6 courses (18
Geography credits).
Resource Management • GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth
One of the following

• GEOG 3109 - Field Study in Physical
• GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and
Earth Resources
Geography
• GEOG 3309 - Field Study in Human
• GEOL 2153 - Natural Hazards and Disasters
Geography • GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life
• GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues • GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
Geographic Issues
• GEOG 4440 - Sustainable Development Three of the following
Geography
At least one course needs to be at the 3000-level or
above.
One other geography course from
the list above or one of the following • GEOL 2103 - Minerals and Rocks
• GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography • GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography • GEOL 2109 - Stratigraphy and
• GEOG 4129 - Advanced Field Study in Sedimentation
Physical Geography • GEOL 3107 - Geomorphology
• GEOG 4329 - Advanced Field Study in • GEOL 3109 - Sedimentary Petrology
Human Geography • GEOL 3115 - Exploration Geophysics
Geoscience, Minor • GEOL 4107 - Geological History of Western
Canada
• GEOL 4109 - Petroleum Geology
•
History, Minor HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
Resources
The minor in History allows students to explore a wide
• Plus any other four 3000-level or higher
array of topics that range from the ancient past to the
HRES course.*
present and which span a number of countries and
themes. The minor allows students to choose from a
*Senior level courses may require completion of one or more
variety of courses in which they can take part in
activities such as performing archival research,
volunteering, traveling, and participating in hands-on
fieldwork. The minor exposes students to a broad Humanities, Minor
range of historical knowledge and understanding and
teaches students to think critically and how to collect,
The Humanities consist of the disciplines that study
interpret and present evidence. These skills and
culture, history and the history of ideas from a
knowledge are useful in a wide variety of professions
multidisciplinary and analytical perspective. This
such as law, education, politics, business and
minor provides the opportunity for students to enrol in
economics.
courses from a variety of subject areas including
Philosophy, History, Religious Studies, Humanities,
Required Courses Art History, Canadian Studies, Women's & Gender
Studies, Mediterranean Cultures, Music, English and
One 1000 level HIST course from at least two of the Indigenous Studies.
following areas (maximum four 1000 level courses):
Required Courses
• Canadian History
• European History
• American History One of
Four to six additional HIST courses at the 2000 level
or above, of which at least two must be at the 3000 or • RELS 1101 - World Religions: Western
4000 level. (For a total of eight HIST courses in the • RELS 1103 - World Religions: Eastern
minor) • RELS 1105 - Why Religion Matters
Note One of
Students should be aware registration in senior level
• PHIL 1101 - Philosophy: Knowledge and
HIST courses may require successful completion of
Existence
specific HIST courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000
• PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and Love
level.
• PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values and Ethics
Human Resources, Minor One of

The minor in Human Resources provides a general
overview of the human resource discipline for
students in degrees outside of the Bissett School of
Business. This minor exposes students to introductory
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An
and advanced topics in the field of human resources.
Students enroled in the BBA - General management
major may also chose to complete a minor in Human One of
Resources.
• HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500

Required Courses • HIST 1103 - Europe Since 1500
• HIST 1111 - South Asia and the Indian • INST 2710 - Indigenous Arts of North
Ocean: 2500 BCE - Present America
• HIST 1117 - America to 1865 • INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous
• HIST 1119 - The United States, 1865 to the Studies
Present • INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies
• HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre- • INST 2750 - Introduction to Indigenous Oral
Confederation Systems
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to • INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based
Present Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives
Four senior courses • INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous
Perspectives in Canada
Two of which must be at the 3000 level or above from
and Protocols
courses in Philosophy, History, Religious Studies,
Humanities, Art History, Canadian Studies, Women's
& Gender Studies, Indigenous Studies, Mediterranean One additional INST course 3000
Cultures, Music and English (for a total of eight
courses in the minor)
level or higher
• INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based

Note Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives
A maximum of four courses at the 1000 level may be • INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous
counted as part of this minor. Perspectives in Canada
Indigenous Studies, Minor and Protocols
Indigenous Studies seeks to understand Indigenous Two other INST courses or

people and communities by exploring Indigenous
experiences, cultures, and histories in Canada and
courses from the following:
internationally. As a new and evolving disciple, it
covers a broad range of topics through Indigenous • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
perspectives in the past and present. The Indigenous Issues in Canada
Studies minor provides students from diverse • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
programs with a critical lens to view and challenge Coast
mainstream ideas and assumptions. • ANTH 3319 - Ethnography of the Great
Plains
Two 1000-level INST Courses • BIOL 3201 - Common Ground: Learning
from the Land
Education
Studies: International Perspectives
Literatures
Three additional INST courses • ENGL 3390 - African Writing in English
2000 level or higher • ENVS 3336 - Indigenous & Stakeholder
Consultation in Environmental Management
• INST 2270 - Virtual Exploration of the Treaty
7 context
Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
Information Design, Minor
1497-1877 Information design uses traditional and evolving
design principles to translate complex, unorganized or
unstructured data into valuable -and meaningful -
information. Information designers design for
understanding. An Information Design minor will help
• HIST 2247 - Canada's Frontier: the History of
students develop skills in visual design,
the West
typography, social media analysis, information
• HIST 3306 - Racism and Immigration in architecture, instructional design, user experience
Canada design and problem-solving through design thinking
• HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience: methods.
Context Students have the option to focus on visual design,
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada: human factors, and technical and persuasive
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous communication.
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin Required courses
America
• INST 2270 - Virtual Exploration of the Treaty
7 context
• INFO 1600 - Foundations of Information
Design
• INST 2710 - Indigenous Arts of North
America
• INFO 1610 - Principles of Design Thinking
and Doing
• INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous
Studies
• INFO 4650 - Critical Design or
• INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies
• INFO 4665 - Instructional Design
• INST 2750 - Introduction to Indigenous Oral
Systems
• INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based Two of the following
Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives • INFO 1661 - Technical Communication
• INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous • INFO 2650 - Visualizing Information for
Perspectives in Canada Presentation
• INST 3740 - Indigenous Research Ethics • INFO 2663 - Visual and Applied Rhetoric
and Protocols • INFO 2666 - Thinking with Type
• INTS 2250 - Local Indigenous Health and
• INFO 2667 - Information Architecture
Wellbeing - Soh Ksistoom Sinni - Through
• INFO 3600 - Usability
Kimma Pi Pitsin
• INFO 3610 - Visualizing Information
Development: Indigenous and Global
Perspectives One of the following
• LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary
Latin American Cultures • INFO 2670 - Tools for Information Designers
• LAST 2201 - Cultures of South America • INFO 3605 - Qualitative Research Methods
• LAST 2202 - Cultures of Mexico, Central for Information Design
America and the Caribbean • INFO 3670 - Project and Content
• PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology Management
• SLWK 2224 - Indigenous Knowledges and • INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
Practices in Social Work Rhetorics of Dissent and Disinformation
• INFO 3660 - Special Topics in Information
Design
Note • COMP 1207 - Introduction to Digital
Technologies
• Students who wish to focus on visual design
are advised to take: INFO 2666, INFO 2670,
Product Launch
INFO 3610, and/or INFO 2650.
• ENTR 3360 - How Technology Enables
• Students who wish to focus on human
Innovation
factors are advised to take: INFO 2667,
INFO 3600 and INFO 3605. • ENTR 3370 - Society, Innovation and
Enterprise
• Students who wish to focus on technical and
persuasive communication are advised to • ENTR 3730 - Special Topics in Innovation
take INFO 1661, INFO 2663 and INFO 3675. and Entrepreneurship
• ENTR 4332 - Venture Launch
• ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise
Innovation and • ENTR 4344 - Corporate Innovation and
Entrepreneurship, Minor Entrepreneurship
• ENTR 4420 - DNA of Buying, Selling and
Business Development
Whether you're applying for a dream job, changing
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development *
the world, or launching a venture, mastering
• SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
innovation and having an entrepreneurial mindset will
help you get there. • Any other 3000 or 4000 level ENTR course**
Consider a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship * This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the
if: minor.
** Students can only choose one additional ENTR 3000 or 4000
• You want to compliment your current level course to complete this requirement.
program of study with a set of skills and a

vibrant community of peers who want to
build, create and innovate
Note
• You want to add value to any organization
you join Students wishing to focus their minor in a particular
area should consult with an advisor prior to selecting
• You might want to start your own venture
their option courses.
now, or in the future
• You want to tackle complex problems and
have an impact on others International Business,
• You want to explore your passions and see
where it leads you Minor
Rekindle your creativity, discover your passion,
develop entrepreneurial skills, and connect with A series of international business courses have been
others in ways that will serve you long after you designed for students who want to participate in the
graduate. global economy, international trade, marketing goods
and services internationally, increasing the
competitiveness of an organization through co-
Required Courses
operation with foreign partners or suppliers or even
establishing a business venture beyond Canadian
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the borders. In the completion of these international
Entrepreneurial Experience business courses, students have an opportunity to
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial earn a Forum for International Trade Training
Practice Diploma.
Four of the following Required Courses

• INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management One of
• INBU 3302 - International Marketing • ECON 2261 - Development Economics
• INBU 3304 - Global Supply Chain • ECON 2263 - Development Economics -
Management Field School Program
Strategies
At least one must be chosen from
Plus any one of the following this group
• FNCE 3302 - International Finance ** • FNCE 3302 - International Finance *

• INBU 2299 - Directed Readings * • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
• INBU 3399 - Directed Readings * • INBU 3305 - International Market Entry
Strategies
• INBU 3307 - International Trade Law **
• INBU 3307 - International Trade Law *
• INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International
Business • INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International
Business
• INBU 4408 - International Trade
Management • INBU 4408 - International Trade
Management
* No more than one Directed Readings course in a single discipline
*This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the
can be used for graduation purposes.
minor.
** This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the
minor.
Law and Governance, Minor

International Business and
The Law and Governance Minor is an interdisciplinary
Economics, Minor program that draws primarily from the fields of
criminal justice and political science to examine the
This is an interdisciplinary minor that will give the regulatory environments in which our knowledge
students a theoretical and practical perspective on an economy and our communities thrive. Students will
area that can only grow in importance in an critically explore political and legal institutions, at
increasingly globalized world market. Students will multiple levels, in order to understand and analyze
benefit from the opportunity to study the interrelated them, work within them, and improve them. This minor
fields of International Business and Economics. will include a total of 8 courses, no more than 4 of
them at the 1000 level, with at least one course at the
3000 level or higher.
Required Courses
The Law and Governance Minor is structured to be as
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics accessible to students as possible, with many
pathways available to completion. Foundational
courses in both government and politics and the
Canadian State as well as introductory courses in
criminology and criminal justice are required, and from
Five of the following (at least one there, students can tailor their remaining courses
toward their specific interests. Because we have
must be chosen from this group) selected courses with few or no prerequisites, in most
cases these foundational courses serve as the
• ECON 2221 - International Trade gateway to the remaining courses available in the
• ECON 2229 - International Money and minor.
Finance
Required Courses • PLSC 2287 - Introduction to International
Relations
• PLSC 3229 - Alberta and Provincial Politics
• PLSC 3303 - Federalism
• CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
• PLSC 3351 - American Government and
System
Politics
• PLSC 3382 - International Organizations
and Politics
Note
Criminal Justice Courses
Students must complete no more than four courses at
the 1000 level and at least one course at the 3000
Choose two of the following courses:
level or higher.
• CRJS 2003 - Young Persons in Conflict with
the Law Linguistics, Minor
• CRJS 2004 - Issues and Trends in Canadian
Policing
Linguistics is a discipline dedicated to understanding
• CRJS 2006 - Corrections
all aspects of language. Students pursuing a minor in
• CRJS 2008 - Environmental Criminology: Linguistics learn about the structure of language
Theories, Methods, and Strategies including its words, sounds, and sentences. Students
• CRJS 2009 - Selected Issues in Human can also learn about how children and adults acquire
Justice language; how languages change over time; how
• CRJS 2017 - Corporate and White Collar languages differ from one another; and how the brain
Crime represents and processes languages. A minor in
• CRJS 2019 - Restorative Justice Linguistics may be advantageous to students studying
• CRJS 2021 - Women and the Canadian Anthropology, Computer Science, Education, English,
Criminal Justice System Philosophy, Psychology, or Psychology. It may also
• CRJS 2222 - Criminal Justice Field School be beneficial to anyone interested in languages more
generally. Students planning on completing a minor in
• CRJS 3011 - Introduction to Criminal Law
Linguistics should be advised that not all Linguistics
• CRJS 4013 - Evidence and Procedures courses are offered every year. Students should
• ECON 1170 - Economics of Crime and check with the coordinator to ensure that they are
Criminal Justice * able to meet all requirements before graduation.
*This ECON course can be counted as a
CRJS option to satisify the minor
requirment. Required Course
Political Science Courses • LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I
Choose two of the following: One of the following

• PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues • LING 2201 - Syntax I
• PLSC 2227 - Women and Politics • LING 2215 - Phonology I
Process (6 credit hours, can count as two
PLSC options to satisify the minor Four Additional Courses
requirement)
• PLSC 2259 - Comparative Government and • ANTH 1106 - Introduction to Linguistic
Politics Anthropology
• ENGL 3306 - History of the English • MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
Language • MKTG 3730 - Special Topics in Marketing
• LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II • MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio
• LING 2201 - Syntax I • MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy
• LING 2203 - Phonetics
• LING 2207 - Second Language Acquisition
Note
• LING 2215 - Phonology I
• LING 2221 - Modern English Grammar
Students wishing to focus on marketing creative as
• LING 2231 - First Language Acquisition
part of their minor are advised to take MKTG 3450,
• LING 2241 - Languages of Canada MKTG 3550, and MKTG 4850. Students wishing to
• LING 3315 - Language Typology focus on strategic marketing as part of their minor are
• LING 3371 - Introduction to Psycholinguistics advised to take MKTG 3458, MKTG 3558, and MKTG
• PSYC 3341 - The Psychology of Language 4858.
• Students must complete at least one course
at the 3000-level or higher.
Mathematics, Minor
• Students should be aware registration in
senior-level course options may require
successful completion of specific courses at Students are required to take seven courses to
1000, 2000, and/or 3000 levels. complete a minor in Mathematics. These seven
courses must include three core courses and four
• LING 2201 and LING 2215 can be used as
courses from the list of approved options. At least two
an option if it was not taken as a required
courses must be at the 3000 level or higher.
course for this minor.
Required Courses
Marketing, Minor
All of the following:
The minor in Marketing provides a general overview
of the marketing discipline for students in degree • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
programs at Mount Royal University.
and Engineers
This minor exposes students to introductory and
advanced topics in the field of marketing. Students
have the option to focus on marketing creative or
strategic marketing. Approved Options
Required Courses Four of the following (at least two at the 3000 level or
higher):
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing • MATH 1224 - Introduction to Statistics

• MKTG 3150 - The Science of Persuasion • MATH 1271 - Discrete Mathematics
• MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based Marketing • MATH 1505 - Puzzling Adventures in
Mathematics
Three of the following • MATH 2101 - Abstract Algebra
• MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological
• INBU 3302 - International Marketing Sciences
• MKTG 3350 - Consumer Behaviour • MATH 2234 - Concepts of Mathematical
Statistics
Geology
Relationships
• MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding
Science
• MATH 2307 - Differential Equations I • MATH 1205 - The Beauty of Mathematics
• MATH 2311 - Linear Algebra II • MATH 1505 - Puzzling Adventures in
• MATH 2321 - Mathematical Probability Mathematics
• MATH 2323 - Introduction to Mathematical • MATH 3201 - Visual Art and Mathematics:
Statistics an integrated understanding
• MATH 2444 - Statistical Data Analysis • MATH 3202 - Mathematics Through the
• MATH 3101 - Numerical Analysis Ages
• MATH 3102 - Mathematical Modeling
• MATH 3200 - Mathematical Methods Medicinal Chemistry, Minor
• MATH 4101 - Abstract Algebra II
• MATH 4102 - Analysis I A minor in Medicinal Chemistry provides students with
• MATH 4103 - Complex Analysis the opportunity to study the design of pharmaceuticals
• MATH 4104 - Introduction to Partial and their interactions with the human body. The
Differential Equations Medicinal Chemistry minor is composed of five
• MATH 4105 - Applied Linear Models required courses and three options, for a total of eight
courses. Course offerings provide opportunities to
develop theoretical and practical skills related to the
Notes synthesis and evaluation of medications. This minor is
not available to students enrolled in the Chemistry
• Courses in Italics are under development. major.
• No more than three courses at the 1000 level
can be used towards this minor. Required Courses
• No more than two of MATH 1224, MATH
2233, MATH 2234, MATH 2235, MATH
2321, MATH 2323, MATH 2444 and MATH • BCEM 2201 - General Biochemistry
4105 can be used towards this minor. • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
and Bonding
Mathematics for Elementary Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
•
Education, Minor •
CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2102 - Organic Chemistry II
The student is required to take the three core courses

and then choose three courses with at least one One of
course must be 3000 level or above from the
approved Mathematics options in order to attain a Students must complete both courses in either list A
total of six courses of which at least two courses must or list B.
be 3000 level or above.
List A
• CHEM 3201 - Structure Determination
Required Courses
• CHEM 4103 - Advanced Organic Chemistry:
Synthesis
• MATH 1150 - Mathematical Reasoning
• MATH 2150 - Higher Arithmetic List B
• MATH 4201 - Seminar • BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology
• CHEM 4213 - Drug Discovery
Approved Options
One of
• MATH 1102 - Introduction to Geometry
• MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistical • BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry
Reasoning
• BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic Peace and Conflict Studies asks questions about
Systems inter/intra state warfare, gender dynamics and gender
• BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology justice in conflict zones, colonial violence, Indigenous
resistance/resurgence, and grassroots initiatives for
peace and justice. Focusing on local and global
contexts, Peace and Conflict Studies critically
Outdoor Leadership, Minor examines the political, social, economic and cultural
structures and forces underpinning war and violence,
and it investigates paths towards establishing and
The Outdoor Leadership Minor will provide students
building peace. Peace and Conflict Studies courses
from across a range of programs with the option to
are often interdisciplinary, intersectional, and global,
learn about the philosophies, knowledge, and skills
reflecting the rich interdisciplinary frameworks of
associated with outdoor leadership. This minor will
postcolonialism, feminism, international political
offer students the foundations of planning and
sociology, history, and international relations.
facilitating outdoor educational experiences, outdoor
risk management plans, and safe and effective
implementation of outdoor activities across various Required Courses
contexts.
Required Courses Studies: the Canadian Context
• HIST 3345 - Indigenous Histories of Canada:
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
Leadership
• HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel Six additional courses from the
following list
Minor Options
Choose 12 credits from the following courses: Issues in Canada
• GNED 1301 - Citizenship Without Borders
• ETOL 3270 - Expedition • GNED 1303 - Conflict and the Social Context
• HPED 2875 - Introductory Mountain Biking • GNED 3030 - Global Communities and
• HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing Societies *
• HPED 2871 - Introductory Mountain Travel • HIST 2263 - Conflict and Society in the
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival Twentieth-Century
Techniques • HIST 3343 - Resistance and Resilience:
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in
• HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking Context
• HPED 3711 - Field School-B • HIST 3319 - Conflict and Violence in
• HPED 3884 - Winter Back Country Travel Canadian History
• HPED 4709 - Field School-A • HIST 3361 - The Holocaust
• PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity • HIST 4461 - Limits of Representation:
Holocaust and Memory *
• At least one course must be completed at
the 3000 level or higher • HIST 3373 - World War I
• HIST 3365 - World War II
Peace and Conflict Studies, Studies: International Perspectives
•
Minor PLSC 2287 - Introduction to International
Relations *
• PLSC 3382 - International Organizations *
• PLSC 3489 - Foreign Policies of the Major One course in
Powers *
• PHIL 3350 - Power, Violence, Evil *
Epistemology/Metaphysics
• SLGY 3372 - Sociology of Violence *
• SLGY 3304 - Social Movements * • PHIL 1101 - Philosophy: Knowledge and
Existence
• WGST 2205 - Global Gender Issues
• WGST 3310 - Colonization/Decolonization *
• PHIL 2211 - The Classical Period
• PHIL 2215 - The Enlightenment
minor.
Philosophers
• PHIL 2221 - Metaphysics
• PHIL 2263 - Theory of Knowledge
Philosophy, Minor • PHIL 2267 - Philosophy of Science
• PHIL 2281 - Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy investigates the basic foundations and • PHIL 2282 - Philosophy and Pop Culture
assumptions of every subject matter to determine
• PHIL 3307 - Language, Truth, and
what these foundations are and whether they are
Adventures in Abstraction
justified. It therefore asks fundamental questions
about existence, knowledge, and morality.
• PHIL 3350 - Power, Violence, Evil
Required Courses Note
Of the eight courses which make up this minor, at

• Five additional PHIL courses, as well as one
least two must be at the 3000 or 4000 level. No more
course from each section below.
than three courses may be at the 1000 level.
One course in Logic and

Physical Literacy for
Argumentation
Education, Minor
• PHIL 1175 - Critical Thinking
• PHIL 1179 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic Physical Literacy incorporates elements of physical
activity, mental and social well-being while fostering
the motivation, confidence to lead a healthy and
One course in Value Theory active life. It is much more than participating in sports
and physical activity, it's about leading others, and
• PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and Love ourselves, to live an active and healthy lifestyle. This
• PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values and Ethics health and physical education minor will provide
• PHIL 2216 - Nineteenth Century Philosophy Bachelor of Education students with experiential
knowledge and learning to incorporate physical
• PHIL 2219 - Philosophy of Law
literacy in the education curriculum.
• PHIL 2237 - Feminist Philosophy Required Courses
• PHIL 2241 - Existentialism
• PHIL 2253 - Social and Political Philosophy • HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student:
• PHIL 2291 - Philosophy and the Environment From Personal Health to Community Action
• PHIL 3333 - Art, Beauty, Expression • PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
• PHIL 3345 - Is, Ought, Why Understanding
• PHIL 3368 - Philosophy of History • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
• PHIL 4730 - Advanced Philosophical Topics • PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and
Development
Optional Courses (at least six • PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and
Radiation
credits from the following) • PHYS 2203 - Electromagnetism
• PHYS 3602 - Elementary Quantum
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health Mechanics
• HPED 2810 - Invasion Games
Relaxation *
Political Science, Minor
Political Science, administered through the
• HPED 2852 - Net and Implement Games
Department of Economics, Justice and Policy Studies,
explores such concepts as right-centre-left, freedom,
• HPED 2871 - Introductory Mountain Travel rights, justice, equality, democracy and the good life.
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival Modern political science involves the systematic study
Techniques of governmental power and authority and how these
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing shape individuals, communities and nations.
• HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing Required Courses
• HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking
and Politics
• HPED 3711 - Field School-B
• Seven additional PLSC courses, of which at
• HPED 3740 - Wellness and the Student: least two must be at the 3000 or 4000 level
From Community Health to Global Action and only three can be at the 1000 level.
• PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate
Coaching
Note
• ETOL - specific courses, which can be used Students should be aware registration in senior level
to fulfill an activity requirement PLSC courses may require successful completion of
specific PLSC courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000
level.
minor.
Psychology, Minor
Physics, Minor
The minor in Psychology is designed for students who
The student is required to take five physics courses want to gain knowledge that will enhance their
and three mathematics courses. A minimum grade of understanding of human behaviour. Topics such as
C+ must be achieved in all physics courses lifespan development, theories of personality,
comprising the minor. abnormal behaviour, cognition, and social and
biological psychology can be explored. Students will
develop critical thinking skills, an understanding of
Required Courses ethics in research and an appreciation for the
ambiguity of psychological explanations in
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I understanding human behaviour. For those interested
in a career in social services, human resources,
marketing, teaching, medical services or
and Engineers
administrative positions in a variety of fields, a minor
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II in Psychology is an excellent addition to their
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I program.
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II
One of:
Required Courses
• PUBR 1845 - Interpersonal Communications
Relations
• At least two PSYC courses at the 3000 level
or higher One of:
• A total of eight PSYC courses, excluding • COMM 2500 - Introduction to
PSYC 1121 Communication Studies
Note Contemporary Issues
Students who have completed PSYC 1103 and PSYC Communication Theory
1104 are not required to take PSYC 1105. PSYC
Three of:
1103 and PSYC 1104 will count as two of the eight
requirements toward the minor. Students may count • COMM 3501 - Intercultural Communication
at most two of PSYC 1103, PSYC 1104 and PSYC • COMM 3515 - The Future of the Media
1105 for credit towards a minor in Psychology. • PUBR 3841 - Media Relations
• PUBR 3843 - Communication and
Students should be aware registration in senior-level Organizational Culture
PSYC courses may require successful completion of
• PUBR 3851 - Computer Mediated
specific PSYC courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or
Communication *
3000-level.
• PUBR 3860 - Government Public Relations
• PUBR 3867 - The Canadian Energy Industry,
Public Relations, Minor CSR and Sustainability PR
• PUBR 3890 - Special Topics in Public
The Minor in Public Relations is designed to educate Relations
students in the role that public relations plays in • PUBR 4847 - International and Intercultural
today's complex society. Public Relations is a growing Public Relations
field in Canada and globally, with the Canadian • PUBR 4849 - Fund Development and
employment market forecast projecting consistent Corporate Philanthropy
growth over the next decade.
*This course requires one or more
Students who earn a Public Relations Minor will gain prerequisites outside of the minor.
a broad understanding of the role of public relations
within governments, corporations, non-profit
organizations, and society, as well as knowledge and Religious Studies, Minor
experience in developing public relations messaging
and materials. Religious Studies takes historical, contemporary and
comparative approaches to describing, analyzing and
Note: Students should be aware that registration in
interpreting the beliefs, practices, art, architecture,
senior PUBR level courses may require successful
literature, organizational forms, and music of the
completion of specific PUBR courses at the 1000-,
world's religions (Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism,
2000-, and/or 3000-level.
Islam, Judaism, Sikhism and many others). Religions
are treated as part of human culture and as relevant
Required courses to our world today, in private and public life, informing
attitudes, ethics, media, geo-politics, etc. No previous
knowledge or experience of any religion is required.
One of:
• PUBR 1841 - Introduction to Public Relations A total of eight Religious Studies courses are
• PUBR 2830 - Public Relations and the Public required.
Good
Required Courses • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
Innovation
• A maximum of three Religious Studies
• SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation
courses at the 1000 level
• SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
• A minimum of two Religious Studies courses
Social Impact
at the 3000 level or higher
Alternative Religious Studies courses Social Studies, Minor

• ANTH 3233 - The Anthropology of Religion Social Studies is a broad discipline including
Geography, Political Science, Economics, History,
• HIST 3383 - Sin, Vice, and Religion
Indigenous Studies and others. Through a selection of
• HUMN 2297 - Issues in Science and Religion
courses in these varied disciplines, students develop
• SLGY 2277 - Sociology of Religion a strong sense of their role as citizens in a democratic
society.
Social Innovation, Minor
Required Courses
The minor in Social Innovation is designed to provide
graduates with a clear practice to lead, design, and One course from each:
execute high impact, transformative change in our
communities. Empathy, creativity, consent, and • Group 1
courage form the bedrock of the science of social • Group 2
change and can be applied whether graduates • Group 3
envision joining the commercial sector in a values-
• Group 4
driven organization, plan to participate in the public or
Four additional courses are required from the
civic sector, develop a new to world social innovation
following list at 2000 level or higher. At least one
or enterprise that addresses a persistent systemic
course must be at the 3000 level or higher. There may
problem, or engage at the forefront of reconciliation
not be more than two from any discipline:
and resurgence in First Nations, Métis and Inuit
communities across Canada.
• Canadian Studies*
The minor in Social Innovation consists of six courses, • Economics*
three of which are required courses and three of • Geography*
which are chosen from a list of options. • History*
• Indigenous Studies*
Required Courses • Political Science*
• Sociology*
• Women's & Gender Studies*
*Senior level courses may require completion of one or more prerequisites
• SINV 3203 - Facilitating Social Innovation
• SINV 5010 - Social Enterprising or

• SINV 5405 - Social Innovation Strategy and Group 1: The Land
Action
Three of the following • GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography
• GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment
• SINV 2205 - Social Innovation through

Historical Case Study Group 2: Politics and Economics
• SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
• ECON 1143 - The Economics of Spanish speakers in the world by 2050. There are rich
Contemporary Issues cultures associated with the Spanish language and it
• PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government has also become the second most used language on
and Politics the internet, Twitter and the world of advertising. A
minor in Spanish develops students' communication
skills and their understanding of Hispanic cultures.
Group 3: History and Global Students can take a variety of third year courses in
Connections areas such as Literature of Spain and Spanish
America, Translation, Business Spanish, Spanish in
Contact with Other Languages and Hispanic Cinema.
• HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre-
Confederation
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to Required Courses
Present
• SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II
Group 4: Culture and Community • SPAN 2211 - Intermediate Spanish I
• SPAN 2213 - Intermediate Spanish II
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous • SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and
Studies: the Canadian Context Composition
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish
• SPAN 3309 - Critical Thinking in Spanish
Sociology, Minor • Two additional SPAN courses at the 3000
level or above
Sociology encourages students to engage their
"sociological imaginations" through a critical
examination of society. It is a wide-ranging discipline,
Note
from the macro study of large social systems and
institutions to the micro-scrutiny of social interaction. Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take a
Through a sociological lens, students explore the placement test. For more information, students should
ways in which societies are created, maintained, and contact the Spanish coordinator or academic advisor.
transformed with a focus on issues of power, social
inequality, and social resistance. This minor is designed for students who have
successfully completed Spanish 30. Students
pursuing this minor without Spanish 30 may have to
Required Courses take SPAN 1101.
• SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology Students should be aware registration in senior level
• Seven additional SLGY courses, including at SPAN courses may require successful completion of
least two at the 3000 or 4000 level specific SPAN courses at the 2000 and/or 3000 level.
Note Spanish Language and

Hispanic Cultures, Minor
Students should be aware registration in senior level
SLGY courses may require successful completion of
Spanish is the official language in 21 countries and
specific SLGY courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000
level. estimates indicate the USA will be the country with the
most Spanish speakers in the world by 2050. A minor
in Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures develops
Spanish, Minor students' Spanish language proficiency at an
intermediate level and a foundational understanding
of Hispanic cultures. Many students pursuing
Spanish is spoken in 21 countries and estimates
disciplines in International Relations, Business,
indicate the USA will be the country with most
Communication, Sociology and even Science will find
that this minor will be useful for career paths in
Notes
international contexts. The minor in Spanish
Language and Hispanic Cultures consists of 8
courses. At least one course must be taken at the 3000 level
or higher.
Required Courses Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take a

placement test. For more information, students should
contact the Spanish coordinator or academic advisor.
Four of the following courses
• SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I Speech, Minor

• SPAN 2211 - Intermediate Spanish I A minor in Speech is an interdisciplinary program
• SPAN 2213 - Intermediate Spanish II which focuses on the study of spoken communication
and how we present ourselves in a variety of settings,
• SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and
from interpersonal communications, leadership and
Composition
small group participation and interviews, to speaking
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish to large audiences. The skills learned are transferable
• SPAN 3331 - Business Spanish I both personally and professionally. A Minor in Speech
is advantageous and beneficial to any career path that
Two of the following courses requires communication, including but not limited to
Education, Business, Languages and
Communications. Material covered includes Speech
• LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary Writing, Public Speaking, Interpersonal
Latin American Cultures Communications, Linguistics, Delivery Techniques,
• SPAN 2219 - Contemporary Spanish Culture Persuasion, Intercultural Communication and
and Society Professional Speaking.
Required Courses
Two additional courses from the
following • LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I
• HIST 2271 - Latin America Before • SPCH 2003 - Delivery Techniques for
Independence Presentation
• HIST 2273 - Latin America After • SPCH 2007 - Professional Speaking
Independence • SPCH 3001 - Persuasive Speaking
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin • SPCH 3009 - Great Speakers, Great
America Speeches
• LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary
Latin American Cultures
• MECU 1101 - Topics in Romance
Mediterranean Cultures
• RELS 3322 - Religion in the Americas • LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II
• SPAN 2219 - Contemporary Spanish Culture • SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and
Story-Telling
and Society
• SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and Supply Chain Management,
Composition
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish Minor
• SPAN 3331 - Business Spanish I
Supply Chain Management includes management of and transnational, reflecting the rich interdisciplinary
the flow and transportation of goods from raw frameworks of feminist, gender and queer theories.
materials through to the consumer. Areas of study
include production planning, logistics management,
purchasing, inventory management, material
Required Courses
handling, transportation, enterprise resource planning,
and global logistics. Course credits may be • WGST 1172 - Introduction to Women's &
transferable to professional programs such as the Gender Studies
Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP), Certified • WGST 2205 - Global Gender Issues
Professional Logistician (CPL) and the Canadian • Two additional WGST courses at the 2000
Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT). Students level or higher
with an interest in supply chain can be prepared for
• One additional WGST course at the 3000
careers in professional purchasing, international
level or higher
trade, and demand forecasting as well as
management positions in transportation, inventory,
and distribution. Three additional courses from the
following list
Required Courses
• ECON 2223 - Gender Economics *
• LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and • ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and
Supply Chain Management Visionaries *
• LSCM 2301 - Introduction to Physical • ENGL 3382 - Textualities/Sexualities
Distribution • HIST 2108 - Gender History in Canada
• LSCM 3403 - Operations Management • HIST 2207 - Histories of Sexualities
• PHIL 2237 - Feminist Philosophy
Three of the following • PLSC 2227 - Women and Politics
• RELS 2281 - Women and Religion
• LSCM 3203 - Principles of Quality • SLGY 2233 - Sociology of Gender *
Management • Any other WGST course
• LSCM 3303 - Fundamentals of Purchasing
* This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the
• LSCM 3305 - Physical Distribution and minor.
Logistics
Management Alternative Entrance Options
Management or Academic Upgrading
General Information
Women's & Gender Studies,
Minor Academic Upgrading courses are high school-level
courses that can be:
Women's & Gender Studies asks questions about

• presented for admission purposes to Mount
power and privilege that focus not only on the
Royal University and many other post-
experiences and perspectives of women but also on
secondary institutions in Alberta. It is
the construction and mobilization of racialized,
important to check with the institution directly
heteronormative gender formations. Not exclusively
to confirm the use of any of these courses
about or for women, Women's & Gender Studies
within the admission process.
courses are explicitly interdisciplinary, intersectional,
• used to improve high school grades or All applicants must demonstrate English Language
complete high school courses you may have Proficiency for the purpose of admission if their
missed. primary or first language (meaning main language
• taken on their own or in conjunction with learned and used as a child) is not English. Please
university-level courses. see English Language Proficiency Requirement.
Students who wish to upgrade their high school
courses may enroll in various credit-free high school Curriculum
equivalency courses offered at Mount Royal. While
these courses are not eligible for Alberta Education
graduation credits or transcript purposes, they are There is no prescribed curriculum for Academic
accepted as alternative entrance requirements for Upgrading as appropriate course selection depends
on each student's intended program destination.
programs offered by Mount Royal and some other
Alberta post-secondary institutions.
• BIOL 0115 - Introduction to Biology
Academic upgrading courses can be taken by • BIOL 0130 - Fundamentals of Biology
students in the Academic Upgrading category which • CHEM 0115 - Basic Chemistry I
allows students to take high school level upgrading • CHEM 0130 - Basic Chemistry II
courses only. • ENGL 0115 - Writing and Communication
Skills
Students in the Open Studies and University Entrance
Option programs may also take academic upgrading
• ENGL 0130 - Literature and Composition
courses. Please consult the appropriate section in this • MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I
calendar for course requirements for Mount Royal • MATH 0130 - Pre-Calculus
programs, and/or Academic Advising Services: • MATH 0131 - Introduction to Calculus
mtroyal.ca/beadvised. • MATH 0132 - Foundations of Mathematics II
• NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies
Admission Requirements • PHYS 0130 - Introductory Physics
• SCIE 0130 - Science of the Environment
• SOSC 0130 - Ideology and the Canadian
Applicants are not required to meet the General
Historical Perspective
Admission Requirements for Mount Royal University
programs, however, they must complete the following
requirements to be considered for admission. Graduation Requirements
Transcripts Academic Upgrading is an access route to

undergraduate studies. As such, there are no
graduation requirements. MRU academic upgrading
Official transcripts from all high school and post- students are not required to write provincial diploma
secondary institution(s) you have attended are exams.
required. Final/ official transcripts are transcripts
which are sent directly to Mount Royal University from
the issuing institution. If you attended high school and Indigenous University
certain post-secondary institutions in Alberta, Mount
Royal will request these transcripts on your behalf. Bridging Program
You will need to request other transcripts if applicable.
All transcripts become the property of Mount Royal General Information

University and will not be returned nor photocopied for
the student.
The Indigenous University Bridging Program at Mount
Royal offers advanced upgrading for students of
English Language Indigenous ancestry who wish to pursue a university
education.
Proficiency requirement
The program offers three levels of study, designed to • Have successfully completed grade 10 or
ensure each student achieves the requirements for better
future educational goals, focusing on English and • Submit an MRU application form indicating
math. The core subjects are supplemented with study the Indigenous University Bridging
skills, computer, language, and Indigenous Studies Program with a letter of intent (an interview
courses. The program is supported by the Iniskim may also be required)
Centre programs including Indigenous Housing
• Successfully complete a placement test
Program, Elders/Medicine Trail (Naato'ohsokoy)
• Submit all transcripts from upgrading and/or
Program and academic advising.
secondary institutions
The inclusion of Indigenous cultural content and All criteria must be met for an application to be
support services is an integral part of the Indigenous considered. Please note that enrolment in this
University Bridging Program. program is limited and final admission is based on the
criteria as well as available seats.
Program Continuance
Academic Course
For program completion, students must satisfactorily Requirements
complete all program requirements and coursework.
Students must achieve a minimum overall GPA of
2.00 to be eligible for completion. If you are a
• Complete one semester of placement
levelled English and math.
continuing student you must meet complete a
performance review once an academic year. • Students must have met academic
requirements to continue on in their program
of choice.
Financial Assistance • Students who are admitted into the
Indigenous University Bridging Program are
You are responsible for seeking out and maintaining placed in one of the three levels according to
funding. However, after your funding is secured the the performance on the placement test, as
Indigenous University Bridging Program works closely well as the information contained on their
with your funding agent. Other resource information transcripts. Specific attention will be placed
regarding funding and scholarships is also available on the subject areas related to English and
from Student Awards on campus. The following is a math. Once a student has been placed into
list of possible funding sources for students: one of the three levels, the student will be
registered in the courses specified by the
• Individual First Nations communities program curriculum.
• Government agencies
• Various urban agencies Curriculum
General Admission Level 1

Requirements • ENGL 0115 - Writing and Communication
Skills
Admission into the program is based on attendance at
an information session, the completion of the IUBP • MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I
application and on the number of seats available for (A) - (equivalent to Math 10) or
new students. All students must: • NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies
• Be of Indigenous ancestry • SCIE 0110 - Introduction to Science or

• Be a minimum age of twenty or possess the • SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking
equivalent of an Alberta High School or
Diploma
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and Language Education for Academic Purposes (LEAP)
Story-Telling or program offers modularized delivery of instruction
• UGST 1001 - Effective Learning in the focusing on specific language skills and systems of
Undergraduate Context English as it is used in academic studies. Courses will
be both face to face and online and taught by multiple
instructors. Students will also be assigned some
Level 2 homework to be completed outside of class.

LEAP Courses
• MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I
Language Education for Academic Purposes (LEAP)
(B) - (equivalent to Math 20) or
program has four levels beginning with a Low
Intermediate level of language and progressing
or
through to an Advanced level. Each level includes the
• SOSC 0130 - Ideology and the Canadian following courses over a 13-week term with entry
Historical Perspective intake dates in September, January, and April.
• BIOL 0115 - Introduction to Biology or

• CHEM 0115 - Basic Chemistry I or Academic Inquiry (9 hours,
lecture)
or
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and
Story-Telling or This course focuses on reading and listening skills
with an emphasis on applying strategies in academic
• UGST 1001 - Effective Learning in the
contexts. Students will also expand their vocabulary
Undergraduate Context
knowledge.
Level 3 • Academic Inquiry 1

• Academic Inquiry 2
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An • Academic Inquiry 3
Introduction to Literature or • Academic Inquiry 4
• MATH 0130 - Pre-Calculus or

Academic Expression (9
• MATH 0132 - Foundations of Mathematics II hours, lecture)
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous This course focuses on effective communication
Studies: the Canadian Context or through written and spoken expression. The use of a
• INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous range of grammatical structures and pronunciation
Studies: International Perspectives or features are supported.
• INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies or
• PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology or • Academic Expression 1
• any three-credit course • Academic Expression 2
• Academic Expression 3
• BIOL 0130 - Fundamentals of Biology or • Academic Expression 4
• CHEM 0130 - Basic Chemistry II or
Grammar Application (4.5
Language Education for hours, lecture)
Academic Purposes (LEAP)
This course focuses on both the accuracy and use of • wish to take courses for professional
level-appropriate grammatical structures. development or personal interest;
• need to pick up a course(s) to meet the
• Grammar Application 1 admission requirements for their intended
• Grammar Application 2 program of interest;
• Grammar Application 3 • wish to improve high school grades to
• Grammar Application 4 become competitive for admission;
• may have missed an admission deadline for
a specific program; or
Academic Connection (2 • are returning to school and wish to refresh
hours, Online) skills after an absence.
NOTE: Students can complete a maximum of 30
credits (normally ten courses) as an Open Studies
This course supports the development of students'
and/or University Entrance student. Any awarded
independent academic skills in a series of 25 online
grade (including F) will count towards the
modules. This also includes a face-to-face component
limitation but withdrawals do not. Academic
in LEAP 4 inviting members of the MRU community to
upgrading courses do not carry any credit value
present and prepare students for entry into credit
and, as such, do not count towards the 30 credit
studies.
limit. Students who reach this limit and who have
not been admitted into a Mount Royal program
• Academic Connections 1
will not be permitted to register in additional
• Academic Connections 2 credit courses. There is no appeal process to
• Academic Connections 3 extend this limit. Students are strongly
• Academic Connections 4 encouraged to consult with an advisor before they
reach the limit.
Admission
For more information on the cost breakdown for each
course and to view a sample schedule please visit the Requirements
website.
Open Studies applicants are not required to meet the

Open Studies General Admission Requirements for Mount Royal
programs. Open Studies does not have specific
course-based admission criteria, thereby providing
General Information students with an opportunity to upgrade and prepare
for further post-secondary studies.
Open Studies provides a highly flexible opportunity for Applicants are required to provide the appropriate
students to explore their educational options at Mount official documentation to meet the English Language
Royal. It is designed for students who would like to Proficiency Requirement if their mother tongue (first
combine different types of study and/or for students language spoken as a child) is not English (see
who may be undecided about their post-secondary English Language Proficiency Requirement). In
goals. Students may choose to combine post- addition, official transcripts from all high school and
secondary credit classes with non-credit academic post-secondary institutions attended are required for
upgrading courses. Open Studies provides full- or admission.
part-time learning opportunities for students who:
• wish to participate in post-secondary Curriculum

education but do not wish to enter a specific
program of study at this time; Open Studies students:
• would like to sample courses in order to
determine what program of study to pursue;
• may take upgrading courses alone or in their intended degree program. Admission to the
combination with university-level courses, University Entrance option does not guarantee
• are allowed to earn a maximum of 30 credits subsequent admission to a Mount Royal degree
(typically 10-three credit courses) in Open program.
Studies and/or the University Entrance
The University Entrance option provides learning
Option (Any awarded grade (including F) will
opportunities for students who wish to:
count towards the limitation but withdrawals
do not.),
• participate in post-secondary education, and
• are not eligible to receive a Letter of plan to pursue a university degree but may
Permission to take a course or courses from
lack the specific admission requirements
other institutions,
• enhance their admissibility for a Mount Royal
• do not have access to restricted courses degree program through completion of post-
(i.e., those reserved for program students).
secondary coursework and/or high-school
Students who wish to upgrade their high school
equivalency courses
courses may enroll in various credit-free high school
• take courses that are required for the
equivalency courses offered at Mount Royal. While
completion of a Mount Royal degree while
these courses are not eligible for Alberta Education
improving their admissibility for degree-level
graduation credits or transcript purposes, they are
study
accepted as alternative entrance requirements for
Students can complete a maximum of 30 credits
undergraduate programs offered by Mount Royal and
(normally ten courses) as a University Entrance
other Alberta universities.
student. (This 30 credit limit includes any courses
Open Studies students often will take courses that which the student may take as an Open Studies
lead towards program requirements for a Mount Royal student.) Any awarded grade (including 'F') will count
University program. Please consult the appropriate towards the limitation but withdrawals do not.
section in this calendar for course requirements for Students are strongly encouraged to consult with an
Mount Royal programs, and/or Academic Advising academic advisor before they reach this credit limit to
Services. ensure they are taking the appropriate courses.
Students who reach this limit and who have not been
admitted into a Mount Royal program will not be
Graduation permitted to register in additional courses and may
not apply to Open Studies. There is no appeal
Requirements process to extend this limit.
University Entrance students who wish to upgrade

Academic Upgrading and Open Studies are access their high school courses may enroll in various credit-
routes to undergraduate studies. As such, there are free high school equivalency courses offered at Mount
no graduation requirements. Royal. While these courses are not eligible for Alberta
Education graduation credits or high school transcript
purposes, they are accepted as alternative entrance
University Entrance Option requirements for undergraduate programs offered by
Mount Royal and other Alberta universities.
General Information
General Admission
The University Entrance option is designed for
students who have applied to, or intend to apply to,
Requirements
one of Mount Royal's baccalaureate degree programs
but may lack specific admission requirements or do All students must meet the general admission
not meet the competitive admission average for the requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as
program. Students in the University Entrance option indicated in the Admission section of this Calendar
will register primarily in post-secondary courses but except where the information contained in this section
are permitted to enroll in high-school equivalency differs.
courses in order to meet admission requirements of
Additional Admission Admission to a Mount Royal
Requirements degree program following
study in the University
requirements indicated in the Admission section of Entrance Option
this calendar, applicants must also satisfy the
following criteria:
Admission to the University Entrance option does not
guarantee subsequent admission to a Mount Royal
Academic Course degree program. However, University Entrance
students who meet the competitive admission
Requirements average/GPA of the previous year for their intended
program, and who meet all other general and
Admission to the University Entrance option is program-specific requirements of the program, will be
competitive. The grade 12 subjects which may be offered admission to the program. Such students must
presented for evaluation for admissibility include the apply for admission to their intended program during
the early admission period.
following courses from Group A, B, and C. To allow
applicants who are missing a specific course
requirement or require a higher grade in a specific Curriculum
course an opportunity to upgrade their course(s),
specific subjects such as English, mathematics, etc.
The four required courses consist of the following:
are not required for admission.
High School Standing • General Education Requirement Cluster 1,

Foundation
• Group A course • General Education Requirement Cluster 2,
• Group A course Foundation
• Group A course • General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
Foundation
• Group A or B course
• Group A, B, or C course
Foundation
Mature Standing
• Group A course Strongly recommended

• Group A course
confirmation of the achievement of the course
requirements above will take place after all
final/official transcripts have been received by the Additional Courses
University. Applicants who do not meet these
requirements will be denied admission. Five courses are of the student's choosing.
Post-secondary Standing Please consult the appropriate section of this calendar

for course requirements of various Mount Royal
Applicants who have completed four (or more) post- degree programs, and/or Academic Advising
secondary courses by December 31 for the Fall Services.
Semester or August 31 for the Winter Semester are
not eligible for the University Entrance option.
Therefore, there is no post-secondary admission route Non-Degree
available. All applicants will be considered on the
basis of high school or mature standing above.
•
Community Service CHST 3206 - Practicum IV
Learning Contemporary Communications
• CRJS 2011 - Comparative Criminal Justice
MRU recognizes CSL as a high impact teaching and Systems
learning practice where students apply academic • CRJS 5025 - Criminal Justice Capstone
theories and processes in service to community Practicum
organizations through structured partnerships. • CRWT 4802 - Experiential Studies in
Community partners and professors work together to Creative Writing
develop deep academic learning experiences that • CYCC 2241 - Practicum II
address real-world challenges. In an effort to • CYCC 2242 - Practicum III
recognize student achievements in CSL, MRU • EDUC 2371 - Language Development and
developed the CSL Citation in 2013 (recorded as a Literacy
co-curricular record in student transcripts).
• EDUC 3090 - Supplemental Practicum
The CSL Citation is recognition of the academic • EDUC 4201 - Integrating Ideas, Values and
learning and community engagement successes of Praxis
students. It is awarded to those who complete three • ELCC 2282 - Practicum II
CSL designated courses (minimum of 9 academic • ELCC 2285 - Practicum III
credits) throughout their program of study. CSL • ENGL 3199 - Directed Readings
designated courses entail at least twenty hours of • ENGL 4199 - Directed Readings
community service and are worth at least 15% of each
• ENGL 4801 - Topics in Writing
course grade. Some courses entail CSL projects
worth 100% of the course grade and over 100 hours
• ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise
of project work. • FREN 3342 - Francophone Canada
MRU is a leader in Canada in CSL. Our students • GNED 2302 - Rethinking the Public Sphere
provided more than 300,000 hours of community • GNED 3010 - Science in a Global Context
service during the 2018/2019 academic year, through
• GNED 3030 - Global Communities and
close to 50 courses and working with more than 450
Societies
community partners. CSL courses are offered across
many disciplines and are available in every faculty.
History
CSL is supported by the Academic Development
Centre (ADC) for curriculum design and pedagogy • HIST 2215 - History of the People of the
and research (and the scholarship of teaching and Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
learning directly). • HIST 3802 - Public History Field Experience
• HRES 5101 - Strategic Human Resources
CSL courses, partnership development, and faculty Management
support are coordinated by Christian Cook, through • INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International
the Academic Development Centre (ADC). Learn Business
more by visiting the Students, Faculty, Community • INFO 2680 - Intercultural Communication in
Partner pages, or contact us through the Contact
Information Design
page.
• INFO 3600 - Usability
Three courses for a minimum of • INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous
nine credits are required for the Studies
citation. Development: Indigenous and Global
Perspectives
• BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology • MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social
• BIOL 4299 - Directed Readings Responsibility
• CHEM 1203 - The Organic Chemistry of Life • MGMT 4431 - Leadership Development
• MKTG 3399 - Directed Readings • Every MRU program has a list of specific
• MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy courses that are required for admission to
• NURS 2216 - Professional Practice III that program. These requirements can be
found on each program's individual home
• NURS 3124 - Professional Practice in Child
page under Admission Requirements &
Health
Costs.
• NURS 3144 - Professional Practice in
• If you are missing an admission requirement,
Seniors' Health
meeting it is your first priority.
• PUBR 3843 - Communication and
Organizational Culture
Meet Competitive Average
• PUBR 3847 - Public Relations Management
• PUBR 4841 - Strategic Communication • The number of credit courses you complete
Planning by June 30, 2024, will determine your
• SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change admission category into a program for Fall
• SLWK 2297 - Social Work Practicum II 2024. As an upgrading student, you cannot
take credit-level courses. If you would like to
take university-level courses alongside your
Advising Guide upgrading, please consider Open Studies as
an alternative program choice.
•
First-Year Advising Guide - Your admission category determines which
grades Mount Royal will use to calculate
Academic Upgrading your competitive average.
This table explains how we determine your

• Plan for a future admission category and competitive average.
• Registering for
program
courses
• Choosing courses Admission Categories
• Your Advisor
strategically
Post-
High School Mature
Secondary
Welcome to Academic
Upgrading at Mount Royal Completes seven
or fewer credit Completes four
University! courses by June or more credit
30, courses by Dec.
Completes seven 2024 (including 31,
Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal or fewer credit transfer credit), is 2023 (including
University! In your year of Academic Upgrading, you courses by June 21 years of age transfer
will be able to work with your Academic Advisor on a 30, or older credit) AND
plan for admission to your intended program. It is 2024 (including by Sept.1, Completes eight
important that you understand your academic plan transfer credit). 2024, and does or
and notify your advisor if your plans change not meet the more courses
throughout the year. high school by June 30,
applicant 2024.
Planning for a future program criteria.
Successful admission to Mount Royal programs

involves meeting the admission requirements as well
Competitive Average Calculation
as presenting a competitive average for admission to
that program
Post-
High School Mature
Meet Admission Requirements Secondary
Competitive Average Calculation • Transfer Credit
• Course prerequisite requirements
Competitive Competitive Competitive
average will be average will be GPA will be
based on your based on your based on the
Your advisor
top two "Group top two "Grade four most
A" High School A" High School recently We are looking forward to working with you! You can
subjects (or subjects (or completed and email your questions to advising@mtroyal.ca. Please
equivalents) equivalents) transferable ensure you include your name, MRU ID number, and
completed completed credit courses any relevant program goals with your email.
by Dec. 31, by Dec. 31, by Dec. 31,
2023. 2023. 2023.
First-Year Advising Guide -
Aviation Diploma
Choosing courses strategically
• Diploma
• If you are missing admission requirements, overview • Registering for
register in these upgrading courses first. • First-year courses
• If you meet the minimum requirements, and courses • Tracking your
you are a high school or mature applicant, • General degree progress
but your competitive average is not high Education • Your advisor
enough, consider upgrading your best Group courses
A subject(s).
• For further information on academic Welcome to the Aviation Diploma at Mount Royal
upgrading courses, visit mtroyal.ca/upgrade University!
Congratulations on your admission to the Aviation

Registering for courses Diploma! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be
able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and career opportunities.
ensure that the courses you select meet the program
and graduation requirements as outlined in the If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
information above. the recommended first-year courses. The information
in this guide is a useful resource as you learn about
Use the online Academic Upgrading listings to explore your Mount Royal program.
possible upgrading courses. You will register for
courses using the registration system found in
mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. Diploma overview
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
on using MyMRU, our degree audit system Each diploma has an area of
Core - 16
(mruGradU8), and how to register for your courses. focus that will be covered in these
courses
courses.
We also have an online tool to help you plan your
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
You choose your Gen Ed courses
schedule options and create a timetable that works
from four clusters:
best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through General
your mymru.ca account under the Register & Education - 5 • numeracy and scientific
Pay tab, in the My Schedule Builder section. courses literacy,
• Register Online
• values, beliefs and
identity,
• Find out when you can register
• Registration Assistance
• community and society,
• Cluster 1: One course from Foundation or
Tier 2 or Tier 3
and
• communication • Cluster 2: One course from Foundation or
Tier 2 or Tier 3
First-year courses Tier 2 or Tier 3
• Cluster 4: Two courses: one from Foundation
AND one from Tier 2 or Tier
All core courses must be taken in the sequence
3 (Recommended SPCH 2001 - Introduction
shown.
to Public Speaking )
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Registering for courses
Navigation
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
Meteorology (Introductory)
and graduation requirements as outlined in the
• AIRF 1130 - Aircraft Engines information above.
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment *
• GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
Success * courses of interest and to check that you meet
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
• AIRF 2101 - Aviation History and Air Law Pay tab.
• AIRF 2111 - Aeronautics, Industry and Flight
Operations
on using mymru, our degree audit system
• AIRF 2209 - Advanced Aviation Meteorology
(mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
• AIRF 2210 - Aviation Technology and for your courses.
Aircraft Systems
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival We also have an online tool to help you plan your
Techniques (course runs over two courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
weekends) * schedule options and create a timetable that works
• General Elective Requirements, Cluster 1, 2, best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
3, or 4, any Tier (one course from each your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay'
Cluster is required for graduation) tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
*Note: All AIRF and HPED courses must be taken • Register Online
in the sequence shown. If you are unable to take • Find out when you can register
GEOG 1101 or GNED 1401 in the Fall, you can • Registration Assistance
substitute any of your other General Education • Transfer Credit
requirements and then complete GEOG 1101 and
• Course prerequisite requirement
GNED 1401 in the winter semester or alternatively,
Considerations when creating your class
take them in the second year.
schedule
General Education When deciding your class schedule ensure you have
blocks of time available to fly.
As part of your diploma, five courses will consist of In August we will send you more information on how
General Education. to register for the first flying course, and a request to
submit an 'availability form' that will cover the entire
You must take: fall semester. The Aviation Scheduler books you
according to your availability.
We require that you make yourself available for a Each semester, information about your course
minimum of four booking slot times per week, on at registration will be added to your audit so you can see
least four different days, and at least one of which which courses you register in and which ones you
must be on the weekend. These four slots must be complete. This will be a great tool for you and your
between the hours of 0730 and 1730 to accommodate advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are
daytime flights. In addition to the four daytime taking will meet graduation requirements for your
bookings, you must also be available on at least two- program.
night slots per week to complete night flights later in
the fall. Please visit this page for more information about
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.
For each booking slot, plan for a 5.5-hour time period.
This will allow travel time to Springbank, time to
prepare for the flight, conduct the flight, and return
Your advisor
back to Calgary.
New Student Registration
FLTR Courses: These are the courses that include
your flight training experience. The flying fees are This guide has been carefully prepared to help you
here: with the information you need to register for classes.
https://www.mtroyal.ca/academics/fees/pages/2020- The Aviation department reserves enough seats in the
21/aviation.php core classes for all admitted students. You may
contact Deanna by email at dwiebe@mtroyal.ca if you
You will be required to be registered in FLTR 1100 by have further questions.
September 1st. Information will be sent to your MRU
email in August with details on how to register. You can also read through your Welcome Guide
which contains great information about transitioning to
Ideally, you register in FLTR 1101 and 1103 together, MRU and the support services that are available
as you near the end of FLTR 1100. It is possible to
complete FLTR 1100 as early as the end of
September, so arrange your finances accordingly. First-Year Advising Guide -
Bachelor of Arts
Tracking your progress
• Degree
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising
overview
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your • Tracking your
• First-year
academic history, identifying the requirements you degree progress
courses
have completed and those that are still needed for • Your advisor
graduation. As you move through your degree,
• General
• Previous post-
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you Education
secondary
to measure your progress. courses
courses
• Registering for
You will find mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca courses
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click Welcome to the Faculty of Arts at Mount Royal
on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. University!
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the Arts. As a student in the Bachelor of Arts degree, you
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8. are opening yourself up to a world of possibilities.
Regardless of the major you choose, you will gain
The information in your audit is separated into two
valuable transferable skills including research, written
sections:
and verbal communication, complex problem solving,
knowledge of key public and ethical debates and
• Core and/or Major Requirements
topics, and critical thinking skills. All these skills are
• General Education (GNED) Requirements valued by employers and open doors to a wide range
of career opportunities.
The patterns below outline a traditional 10-course
To assist with your course registration, below are the academic year. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide
recommended first-year courses for each major. how many courses you want to take in each
Please also pay close attention to General Education semester. You are able to register for Fall and Winter
information, as these course requirements will make semesters at this time. If you are required to have
up the bulk of your first-year registration. All the full-time status as a student for loan funding,
information on this page is important, so please scholarships, UPass transit access, or health or
continue to read, and click on each bullet for more dental benefits, you will need to schedule a minimum
information about that topic. of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a
maximum of five credit-level courses (total 15 credits)
per fall and winter semesters.
Degree overview
Full-time status requires you to be registered in a
Understand your Bachelor of Arts degree. You are minimum of three courses or 9 credits per fall and
fulfilling three degree components for a total of 40 winter semesters.
courses* or 120 credits (4 years if completing 10
courses per academic year): General Education is a breadth and depth component
of your new degree. Please be sure to read the
section, "General Education courses," that comes
Each baccalaureate degree has a
after the major information to understand how to
Major - 16- major (core program requirements).
select eligible courses for General Education degree
20 courses The number of courses required for
requirements. Taking General Education courses is a
each major varies.
large part of your first-year course selection.
You choose your Gen Ed courses BA Undeclared

from four clusters:
General The Bachelor of Arts Undeclared is designed for
Education • numeracy and scientific
literacy, students wishing to pursue one of the Bachelor of Arts
- 10 majors or other degree programs offered by the
courses • values, beliefs and identity,
Faculty of Arts. This is your opportunity to explore the
possibilities in Arts. Use the course descriptions in the
and
Academic Calendar to assist you with your course
• communication selection.
You are also required to take a
certain number of electives for your
Electives -
degree. An elective is any course First-Year BA Undeclared
that does not fulfill a requirement for
6-14
courses
either your Major or General registration suggestions for
Education. There are hundreds of
courses to choose from depending each term:
on your program.
Suggestion 1: Take one to two introductory
course(s) from the possible Arts majors or
programs:
* The BA major in Policy Studies has 36 courses
equalling 120 credits. POST 3030 Internship is • Sample first-year major-related Arts
equivalent to 5 courses or 15 credits. courses at the 1000 level:
o Anthropology (ANTH 1101, ANTH
1103, ANTH 1105, ANTH 1106)
First-year courses -- All majors o Economics (ECON 1101 or ECON
and Undeclared 1103)
o English (ENGL 1151 or ENGL
1152)
o History (HIST 1101, HIST 1103, • Courses you choose may be used to satisfy
HIST 1105, HIST 1111, HIST 1117, General Education Tier 2 requirements or
HIST 1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133, electives in your program once you decide
HIST 1201) on your major in the BA, or these courses
o Political Science (PLSC 1101) may satisfy major requirements in another
o Psychology (PSYC 1105) degree if you decide to transfer to a different
o Sociology (SLGY 1101) MRU program.
• Exploring any of these above disciplines may
satisfy major requirements, General Suggestion 3: Take one Foundation General
Education Tier 2 requirements, or electives Education course
in a BA major once declared.
• Browse through the Major sections in this • General Education Foundation, Cluster 4
Bachelor of Arts advising guide to see requirement is recommended to take in fall
suggested courses for BA majors you may (one of GNED 1401 or GNED 1403 or GNED
want to consider. 1404) and one other Foundation Cluster Gen
• For students interested in Bachelor of Arts - Ed course (from Clusters 1, 2 or 3) in the
Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Interior winter semester.
Design: take courses that could meet • Review the General Education Requirements
General Education Foundation and Tier 2 section of this guide to understand the
requirements (review program curriculum structure of this component of your new
and course information). CRJS 1003 may be degree. Looking for General Education
available in the winter semester without requirements for Foundation and Tier 2 level
program restrictions. requirements can also assist with locating
Note: First-year CRJS courses are typically restricted courses for your first year.
to BA Criminal Justice program students only.
Students interested in the Bachelor of Interior Design Since you will need to declare your major choice
may take an introductory Art History (ARTH) course; within 10 courses of your admission to the BA, it is
Interior Design (INDS) and Design Studies (DEST) recommended you attend New Student Orientation
courses are restricted to program students only. (NSO) to meet your academic advisor and gather
information about the majors Arts has to offer.
Suggestion 2: Take one to two introductory Note: 2000-level (or higher) courses should not be
course(s) in any area that interests you at Mount attempted in the first fall semester of the program
Royal: unless you have prior university experience.
Prerequisites may be required.
• Explore classes from your interests or those
suggested by the BA majors that follow
below.
Sample of first-year course
• Browse through the other bachelor's degree selection if you think you
advising guides in this Academic Calendar to
see suggested courses for other MRU want to pursue a Bachelor
programs you may want to consider. Please
note that some courses may be restricted to of Arts major:
program students when you locate them in
the registration system and this means you Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
cannot register for them at this time.
• Primarily choose 1000-level courses. You • ANTH 1103* (sample Anthropology major)
may take Business-related courses at the
2000 level such as Accounting ACCT, • PLSC 1101 (sample Policy Studies major)
Entrepreneurship ENTR, Finance FNCE,
Human Resources HRES, International • SLGY 1101 (sample Sociology major)
Business INBU, Logistics and Supply Chain
Management LSCM, Management MGMT, • PSYC 1105 (sample Psychology major)
Marketing MKTG, Social Innovation SINV.
• GNED 1401 (General Education Foundation Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Cluster 4 example - see General
Education list) • ANTH 1000 level*
• ANTH 1000 level*
*Choices for ANTH 1000 level core courses are ANTH • General Education Requirement,
1101, ANTH 1103, ANTH 1105 and ANTH 1106. Foundation, Cluster 4
• General Education
Requirement, Foundation, Cluster 1, 2, or 3
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • Elective or General Education Requirement,
Tier 2
• HIST 1103* (sample History major) Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
• ENGL 1151 or ENGL 1152 (sample English • ANTH 1000 level*

major) • ANTH 2102 or ANTH 2104**
• General Education Requirement, Foundation
• ECON 1101 or ECON 1103 (Sample Policy (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
Studies major) • General Education Requirement, Foundation
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
• BIOL 1205 (Cluster 1 Tier 2 General
• Elective or General Education Requirement,
Education example - See General
Tier 2
Education list))
*Choices for ANTH 1000 level core courses
are: ANTH 1101, ANTH 1103, ANTH 1105 and ANTH
• GNED 1201 (General Education Foundation
1106.
Cluster 2 example - See General
** Both courses have a laboratory component.
Education list)
Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be
*Choices for HIST 1000-level core courses: HIST
attempted in the first fall semester of the program
1101, HIST 1103, HIST 1105, HIST 1111, HIST
unless you have prior university experience.
1117, HIST 1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133 and HIST
1201.
Full-time status:
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for

Full-time status:
loan funding, scholarships, UPass transit access,
If are required to have full-time status as a student, for health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a
loan funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, or minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits)
health or dental benefits, you will need to schedule a to a maximum of five credit-level courses (total 15
minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) credits) per fall and winter semesters.
to a maximum of five credit-level courses (total 15
credits) per fall and winter semesters. Major in English
Major in Anthropology The courses below are recommendations for your first
year and can be taken in any sequence to suit your
The courses below are recommendations for your first interests and/or schedule. Make sure to review the
year and can be taken in any sequence to suit your General Education section of this document in
interests and/or schedule. Make sure to review the addition to this major information to learn more about
General Education section of this document in how to complete the General Education requirements
addition to this major information to learn more about of your degree. You are advised to complete ENGL
how to complete the General Education requirements and GNED Foundation, Cluster 4 courses as outlined.
of your degree. Please use the list of approved Please use the list of approved General
General Education courses to assist with course Education courses to assist with course selection for
selection for General Education requirements. General Education requirements.
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be
Choose one of the following: attempted in the first fall semester of the program
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Prerequisites may be required. Plan to take ENGL
Introduction to Literature 2202, ENGL 2210, and ENGL 2211 in your second
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An year rather than your second semester.
Choose one of the following General Education Full-time status:
Requirement, Foundation Cluster 4 courses:
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for
health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a
minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits)
• GNED 1404 - Writing about Images credits) per fall and winter semesters.
All of:
• General Education Requirement, Foundation Major in History

• Elective or General Education Requirement, The courses below are recommendations for your first
Tier 2 year and can be taken in any sequence to suit your
• Elective or General Education Requirement, interests and/or schedule. Make sure to review the
Tier 2 General Education section of this document in
addition to this major information to learn more about
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. how to complete the General Education requirements
Choose one of the following two: of your degree. Please use the list of
approved General Education courses to assist with
• English course* course selection for General Education requirements.
• Language or Linguistics requirement -any
Linguistics (LING) or language class in
Chinese (CHIN), French (FREN), Italian
• HIST 1000 level*
(ITAL), Japanese (JPNS) or Spanish (SPAN)
All of: • HIST 1100 - Introduction to History
• General Education Requirement,
• Intermediate Writing Course Requirement** Foundation, Cluster 4 (GNED 1401 is
• General Education Requirement, Foundation recommended)
(Cluster 1, 2 or 3) • General Education Requirement, Foundation
• General Education Requirement, Foundation (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) • Elective or General Education Requirement,
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier 2
Tier 2 Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
*Suggestions include but are not limited to CRWT
1117, CRWT 1118, ENGL 2141, ENGL 2205, ENGL • HIST 1000 level*
2207, ENGL 2216, ENGL 2263, ENGL 2273 , ENGL • HIST 1000 level* or HIST 1100 - Introduction
2293, ENGL 2294, ENGL 2295, ENGL 2298, ENGL to History (if not already completed)
2299, ENGL 2301, or FILM 2251. Courses in the • General Education Requirement, Foundation
related areas of Creative Writing (CRWT) and Film (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
Studies (FILM) may be used for electives and General • General Education Requirement, Foundation
Education. (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
• Elective or General Education Requirement,
**Intermediate writing options include ENGL 2205,
Tier 2
ENGL 2207, ENGL 2263, CRWT 2264, CRWT 2265,
*Choices for HIST 1000-level core courses: HIST
CRWT 2266, CRWT 2267, CRWT 2268.
1101, HIST 1103, HIST 1105, HIST 1111, HIST 1117,
HIST 1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133, HIST 1201
Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be *Indigenization requirement:
unless you have prior university experience. An Indigenous context course is required for this
Prerequisites may be required. program. Some of the possible courses that can
satisfy this requirement may be completed in the first
Full-time status: year of the program.
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for Possible choices are as follows (one of):
health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a • INST 1101 can be completed as early as the
minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) first-year fall or winter semester; or
to a maximum of five credit-level courses (total 15 • Either of HIST 2221 or HIST 2234 can be
credits) per fall and winter semesters. completed as early as the first-year winter
semester (see Note below); or
Major in Policy Studies • Either of HIST 3343 or HIST 3345 can be
completed as early as in the second, third, or
fourth year (not recommended for students
The courses below are recommendations for your first
who are new from high school with no
interests and/or schedule. You are advised to university experience).
complete the PLSC and ECON courses as outlined. Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be
Make sure to review the General Education section of
this document in addition to this major information to unless you have prior university experience.
learn more about how to complete the General
Education requirements of your degree. Please use
Full-time status:
the list of approved General Education courses to
assist with course selection for General Education If you need to have full-time status as a student (for
requirements. loan funding, scholarships, UPass transit access,
health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a
minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits)
credits) per fall and winter semesters.
and Politics
• General Education Requirement, Major in Psychology
Foundation, Cluster 4 (GNED 1401 is
recommended) The courses below are recommendations for your first
• General Education Requirement, Foundation year and can be taken in any sequence to suit your
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) interests and/or schedule. You are advised to
• Indigenization requirment* or Elective or complete the PSYC courses as outlined. Make sure to
General Education Requirement, Tier 2 review the General Education section of this
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. document in addition to this major information to learn
more about how to complete the General Education
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics requirements of your degree. Please use the list of
approved General Education courses to assist with
course selection for General Education requirements.
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) • PSYC 1103 - Introduction to Psychology I:
• Indigenization requirment* or Elective or Natural Science
General Education Requirement, Tier 2 • General Education Requirement,
Foundation, Cluster 4
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • Elective or General Education Requirement,
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) Tier 2
• Elective or General Education Requirement, • Elective or General Education Requirement,
Tier 2 Tier 2
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
Tier 2
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • 2000 level SLGY course of your choice*
• 2000 level SLGY course of your choice*
• PSYC 1104 - Introduction to Psychology II: • General Education Requirement, Foundation
Social Science (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • General Education Requirement, Foundation
(Cluster 1, 2 or 3) (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • Elective or General Education Requirement,
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) Tier 2
• Elective or General Education Requirement, * 2000-level Sociology course options include SLGY
Tier 2 2212, SLGY 2218, SLGY 2233, SLGY 2235, SLGY
• Elective or General Education Requirement, 2250, SLGY 2253, SLGY 2255, SLGY 2265, SLGY
Tier 2 2271, SLGY 2273, SLGY 2275, SLGY 2277, SLGY
Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be 2731.
unless you have prior university experience. Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be
Prerequisites may be required. attempted in the first fall semester of the program
Full-time status: Prerequisites may be required.
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for Full-time status:

health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a If you need to have full-time status as a student (for
minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) loan funding, scholarships, UPass transit access,
to a maximum of five credit-level courses (total 15 health or dental benefits), you will want to schedule a
credits) per fall and winter semesters. minimum of three credit-level courses (total 9 credits)
credits) per fall and winter semesters.
Major in Sociology
The courses below are recommendations for your first

interests and/or schedule. You are advised to What are General Education courses?
complete the SLGY courses as outlined. Make sure to
review the General Education section of this A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
document in addition to this major information to learn one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge
more about how to complete the General Education base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount
requirements of your degree. Please use the list of Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
approved General Education courses to assist with will include General Education, a collection of courses
course selection for General Education requirements. in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
your chosen field.
Use the list of approved General Education courses to
• SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology assist with course selection for the Tiers and Clusters
outlined below. Be sure to follow the suggested
• General Education Requirement,
pattern for your General Education requirements as
Foundation, Cluster 4
outlined in your major.
Foundation ensure that the courses you select meet the program
As you start your studies, you take a total of four information above.
General Education foundation courses. Choose one
from each cluster. Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
courses of interest and to check that you meet
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102, or GNED registration system found in mymru.ca,
1103 within your first 10 courses. Register & Pay tab.
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED on using mymru, our degree audit system
1203 within your first 20 courses. (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
for your courses.
Cluster 3: Community and Society
Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED We also have an online tool to help you plan your
1304 within your first 20 courses. courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
Cluster 4: Communication best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' tab,
1404 within your first 10 courses. in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
• Register Online
Tier 2 • Find out when you can register
As you progress through your degree, choose three
• Transfer Credit
General Education courses from a wider variety of
courses
You will take: Tracking your degree progress

• one Tier 2 course from Cluster 1
• two Tier 2 courses from two of the following:
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your
Clusters 2, 3, or 4.
academic history, identifying requirements you have
completed and those that are still needed for
Tier 3 graduation. As you move through your degree,
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you
to measure your progress.
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three
courses must be from at least two different clusters. You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click
You could take:
on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
• three Tier 3 courses each from a different In order to ensure that your curriculum is current,
cluster (Total 3); or please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one audit every time that you login to mruGradU8.
more from different clusters (Total: 3).
The information in your audit is separated into three
sections:
Registering for courses • General Education (GNED) Requirements

• Electives
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this maximum number of courses and credits that can be
will be added to the bottom of your audit. applied from institutions outside MRU is twenty (20)
Each semester, information about your course courses or sixty (60) credits (the amount applied is
registration will be added to your audit so you can see program-dependent). Please be sure to review your
which courses you register in and which ones you assigned transfer equivalencies in your MyMRU
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your account, under the My Program tab in the Admission
advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are box (Check transfer equivalencies) and your new
taking will meet graduation requirements for your mruGradU8 program audit (refer to the 'Tracking your
program. degree progress' section of this guide. Keep in mind
that if you have recently completed winter semester
Please visit this page for more information about courses, transfer equivalencies will be established
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. once your official transcripts have been received by
Mount Royal after June 30. More information about
transfer equivalencies can be found online here.
Your advisor
If you notice many unspecified (1XXX, 2XXX, etc.)
New Student Registration credit assignments in the evaluation of your transfer
equivalencies, you could submit detailed official
course outlines to have more specific credit assigned,
Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising which would assist with potential application to the
information and is eager to begin working with you on major and General Education requirements of the
your Mount Royal experience. After reading through degree. Check out the necessary steps to take here.
this information carefully, you should be able to You can also consult with Arts Academic Advising
register for both your Fall and Winter semesters. about the application of your transfer credit.
Should you have questions, you may contact the Arts
Academic Advisor, Rachel Doe, by email at Please direct any questions you have to Arts
artsadvising@mtroyal.ca or call 403.440.8585. Please Academic Advising at artsadvising@mtroyal.ca. If you
use your @mtroyal.ca email account. want to book an appointment, please call
403.440.8585.
You can also read through your Welcome Guide
MRU and the support services that are available. First-Year Advising Guide -
If you are transferring credit courses to Mount Royal Bachelor of Business
from another post-secondary institution, or are
transferring to the Bachelor of Arts from another Administration
program at Mount Royal, please contact Arts
Academic Advising for an appointment:
• Degree
email artsadvising@mtroyal.ca or call 403.440.8585.
overview • Registering for
• First-year courses
Previous post-secondary courses courses • Tracking your
• General degree progress
As a student with transfer credit previously completed, Education • Your advisor
you have different needs when it comes to courses
registration. Please follow the steps outlined for Welcome to the Bissett School of Business at Mount
Transfer Students on the Arts Academic Advising Royal University!
page for New Students. It will also help to review the
information in this guide to familiarize yourself with our Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of
degree structure and components. You may also be in Business Administration! As a BBA student, you will
need of first-year courses for some of your join over 2000 other students working on business
requirements. degrees that combine experiential learning and small
class sizes to become the community leaders of
Ensuring that your previous coursework is applied to tomorrow.
your Arts curriculum is in your best interest. The
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
Your remaining courses are electives,
the recommended first-year courses for all majors. any three-credit course at any level
However, the rest of the information on this page is
from any subject area, as long as you
equally important, so please continue to read all of the meet the prerequisites.
information on this page.
Electives -
We recommend you leave these
If you have already completed some post-secondary 4 courses
requirements until later in your
coursework, please also read the degree in case you want to pursue
information specifically for students with previous the Honours program, a semester
post-secondary. abroad, minors, Directed Readings,
or field schools.
Degree overview
All BBA students complete 16 core First-year courses

courses throughout their four years,
beginning with an introduction to key All new BBA students (no matter the intended major)
Core - 16
disciplines (e.g. Accounting, take the same courses in their first year. This
courses
Marketing) and ending with capstone sequence is designed to balance course workload
courses (Strategic Management, and to ensure you take junior courses before senior
Business Plan Development). courses with prerequisites.
The program is built on five courses per semester, so

Students can choose from the if you maintained a regular full-time course load in
following majors in the BBA: high school, you should be able to take five courses
per semester at MRU. If you are especially worried
• Accounting about the transition or have significant outside
• Finance commitments (sports, work, family, personal), you can
o Concentration in consider taking only four courses per semester and
Financial Services making up the remaining courses in a future optional
o Concentration in spring semester, or by extending your degree over a
Major - 10 Financial Analysis longer period of time.
courses • General Management
o Concentration in You will register for both the fall and winter semesters
Innovation and at this time.
Entrepreneurship
o Concentration in Year One, choose up to 5 courses per semester
Social Innovation (Registration begins April 17, 2023)
• Human Resources
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting
• International Business
Concepts*
• Marketing
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics*
• Supply Chain Management
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics*
You choose your General Education • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
(GNED) courses from four clusters: Resources
General • MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
Education • numeracy and scientific Business*
- 10 literacy, • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
courses • values, beliefs and identity, • Choose your Business Option, one of the
• community and society, and following:
• communication o ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
o MGMT 2130 - Management Fall Semester, Sept. - Dec.
Principles and Practices
o SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
Innovation • MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
• Choose three Foundation General Business
Education courses***: • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
o Cluster 1 - one of GNED 1101 or • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social
1103 (if you are hesitant about Innovation
numbers, this can help you prepare
• GNED 1103 - Innovation
for Accounting and Statistics), or Winter Semester, Jan. - Apr.
o Cluster 4 - one of GNED 1401 or
1404 (if you are hesitant about • ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting
writing, this course can help you Concepts
improve your academic writing and
citation skills), or
o Cluster 2 - one of GNED 1201, • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
1202, or 1203, or Resources
o Cluster 3 - one of GNED 1301, • GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
1303, or 1304 • GNED 1202 - Texts and Ideas
*ACCT 2121, ECON 1101, ECON 1103 and MGMT
2262 all have an extra lab or tutorial component. This
is important in the course registration process and
building your schedule.
Tips for Scheduling
***To graduate, students must take all 4 foundation
GNED clusters. However, there is only room for 3 of
Courses
the 4 in the first-year recommended courses.
Students will take their remaining foundation GNED • There are a number of tools available to help
cluster in their second year of the program. you with course planning and scheduling,
links to the most up-to-date information
about in-person courses, courses with
available seats, and a schedule builder tool
OPTIONAL - Spring and Summer Semesters are available on the Registration web page.
(Registration begins in March 2024) • There are multiple sections of most first-year
courses. Scroll to the very bottom of the
Some students may choose to take courses in these listed sections to find ones with more
optional, condensed semesters to ease their fall and available seats. Recently added sections will
winter workload. Note that course offerings are limited appear at the bottom of your screen.
and the spring/summer schedule of classes is not
• You may not be able to have a perfect
available until March 2024. Until then you can use the
schedule. It is better to get a seat in most of
current year's spring/summer schedule as a guide.
your courses, and waitlist for fewer.
Two courses in a spring or summer semester are

• Know thyself! If you know you are not an
comparable to four courses in a fall or winter early riser and will not be able to be on time
semester and are considered full-time. for an 8:30 a.m. class, choose a different
section of the same course.
• ECON sections can be difficult to organize in
Sample of first-year course your schedule. The lab sections are walk-in
tutorial assistance with no formal instruction.
selection for a student with You need not worry about any potential time
no previous post-secondary conflict with the lab as you can attend the lab
whenever you want during the posted lab
coursework: hours: Monday - Friday between 9:30 am
and 5:00 pm in EA 2065.
• You may choose to take either ECON equivalencies can be found online
1101 or ECON 1103 first, one is not a here.
prerequisite for the other.
• Try to add some time in between your
o If you have unspecified credit (e.g.
UNSP 1XXX or FNCE 1XXX) the
courses during the day/week. This
only place this course can be used
will enable you to grab a bite to eat, meet for
in your degree is as an elective and
group project work, volunteer on campus,
it will not work as a prerequisite. If
study or research in the library, or work out
you think the course is equivalent to
at the gym.
courses useful in your degree (e.g.
• Your advisors recommend that students
core or pre-requisite), you will need
coming directly from high school avoid
to submit the course outline to have
evening, online, and block format sections in
it reviewed and possibly changed to
their first year.
a direct equivalency that can be
used as a core or GNED
requirement in your degree, or as a
Action items for students with prerequisite. For example, if you
took Intro to Finance at another
Previous Post-Secondary Credit school, and it has not been
evaluated for equivalency at MRU
As a student with previous post-secondary before, it may appear as UNSP
experience, your first task is to review your transfer 1XXX or FNCE 2XXX. This course
equivalencies and previous course work, and how can only be used as an elective for
they are currently being used in your program. If you now (it will not work as a
think you have additional coursework that is not prerequisite) unless you request
showing, or coursework being used differently than more specific equivalency. If you
you think it should be, you need to take action. submit the course outline, and the
course is determined to be
• View your transfer equivalencies in equivalent to FNCE 3227 (required
mymru.ca as well as through mruGradU8. for the BBA), you will not have to
o Ensuring that your previous take FNCE 3227 here.
coursework is applied to your
Business curriculum is in your best o Note: International applicants are
interest. The maximum number of only assessed for eight
courses and credits that can be equivalencies as part of the
applied from institutions outside admission process. If you think you
MRU is 20 courses or 60 credits have more courses that could be
(the amount applied is program used in your degree (e.g. additional
dependent). Please be sure to electives), you need to contact
review your assigned transfer transfercredit@mtroyal.ca to ask
equivalencies in your myMRU them to evaluate additional courses.
account, under the My Program tab
in the Admission box (Check o More information about transfer
transfer equivalencies) and your equivalencies, including timelines
new mruGradU8 program audit for transfer equivalency
(refer to the 'Tracking your degree assessments, is available online. If
progress' section of this guide. you miss the posted deadline, an
equivalency may not be established
o Keep in mind that if you have in time for course registration. This
recently completed winter semester can affect whether a prerequisite
courses, transfer equivalencies will has been met. You can still submit
be established once your official the course outline prior to a future
transcripts have been received by deadline, but it will not be
Mount Royal (after June 30, 2022). processed in time to make
More information about transfer decisions for the fall semester.
o Students are encouraged to contact your @mtroyal.ca account.
the Transfer Credit office at
transfercredit@mtroyal.ca if they • There are 10 General
have questions about their Education requirements within the BBA. If
equivalencies or the articulation you think your previous coursework provides
process. the depth and breadth comparable to MRU's
Gen Ed requirements and would like to have
o When you receive confirmation from a conversation about this, please email the
the Transfer Credit office that the GNED Advisor at gnedadvising@mtroyal.ca
equivalencies for all of your to see if any of your unused courses can be
submitted requests have been used to meet GNED requirements.
finalized, please contact Advising to o Use the General Education list of
confirm your remaining degree approved courses to understand the
requirements. type of courses that might qualify.
• Interested in Cooperative Education? Newly

• You may declare your intended program admitted students who have completed
about a year's worth of courses are
(major/concentration/minor) as early as
encouraged to apply for the coop program,
October 1. In the meantime, please use the
even if the published application deadline
'what if' feature on mruGradU8 to see your
has passed.
course requirements for your intended
program (be sure to choose '2023-2024' as
your Calendar Year). General Education courses
o For an overview of a four-year
pattern for different
What are your General Education requirements?
majors/concentrations, please see
the program planning pages and be A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
sure to use the correct years' pages one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge
(2023/2024); for program and base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount
graduation requirements, please Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
see the Academic Calendar. will include General Education, a collection of courses
in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
o Note the prerequisite sequencing of your chosen field.
whatever major you plan to
specialize in outlined on page 2 of
the program planning pages. Even Foundation
if you have most of your core/GNED
and electives completed, it may
As you start your studies, you take a total of four
still take you more than 2 years to
GNED foundation courses. Choose one from each
complete a major due to
cluster.
prerequisite sequencing and course
offerings. Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
o Your advisor can review your • Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102,
program plan and make or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
suggestions about course Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
sequencing. If you would like to
discuss your core and other • Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202,
equivalencies and how they apply or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
to your degree with an Advisor, Cluster 3: Community and Society
please email
businessadvising@mtroyal.ca from • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' tab,
• Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403 , in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
• Register Online
Tier 2 • Registration Assistance
• Transfer Credit
As you progress through your degree you will
choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you
will take a total of three courses:
Tracking your degree progress
• one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising
(2, 3, or 4) tool designed to assist you in reviewing your
academic history, identifying requirements you
Tier 3 completed and those that are still needed for
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three to measure your progress.
courses must be from at least two different clusters.
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
You could take: account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click
• three Tier 3 courses, each from a different
cluster (Total 3); or In order to ensure that your curriculum is current,
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the
more from a different cluster (Total 3). audit every time that you login to mruGradU8.
The General Education section of the Academic
Calendar includes a complete list of courses that fulfill The information in your audit is separated into three
all of the cluster, foundation, and tier requirements. sections:

• Electives
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and • If you declare a minor, which is optional, this
ensure that the courses you select meet the program will be added to the bottom of your audit.
and graduation requirements as outlined in the Each semester, information about your course
information above. registration will be added to your audit so you can see
which courses you register in and which ones you
Use the 'courses' link in the Academic Calendar to complete. This will be a great tool for you and your
explore possible courses of interest and to check that advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are
you meet prerequisites. You will register for courses taking will meet graduation requirements for your
using the registration system found in mymru.ca, program.
Register & Pay tab.
Please visit this page for more information about
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.
you on using mymru.ca, our degree audit system
(mruGradU8), and how to register for your
courses. Your advisor
We also have an online tool to help you plan your New Student Registration
Please read our FAQ's, where you will find the
Your Child Studies degree has core
answers to many of our commonly asked questions,
Core - 12 program requirements shared
and bookmark these important resources.
courses between both majors. These include
practicums and capstone courses.
Bissett Business Advising
My Degree (considerations for how to get the most
out of your degree and experience at Mount Royal You will choose between two majors
University)
Program Planning Guides (course planning for Major - 12 • Child and Youth Care
second-, third-, and fourth-year courses for specific courses Counsellor
majors) • Early Learning and Child
General Education list of approved courses Care
If you have more questions after attending one of You choose your Gen Ed courses
these sessions, or can't attend a session, contact your from four clusters:
advisors Heather Ansari or Carmen O'Callaghan,
General
via email at businessadvising@mtroyal.ca using your
@mtroyal.ca email address. literacy,
- 10
You can also read through your Welcome Guide • community and society,
which contains great information about transitioning to and
MRU and the support services that are available.
• communication
First-Year Advising Guide - You are also required to take a

Bachelor of Child Studies Electives -
degree. An elective is any course
that does not fulfill a requirement for
4-5
the Core, Major or General
courses
• Degree Education. There are hundreds of
overview • Registering for courses to choose from depending
• First-year courses on your program.
courses • Tracking your
Education • Your advisor
courses
Welcome to the Bachelor of Child Studies degree at
First-year courses
Mount Royal University!
All core courses must be taken in the sequence
Congratulations on your admission to the Child shown. For information on how to choose your Gen
Studies degree! As a student in the program, you will Ed courses, please see your advisor.
be able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
career opportunities.
Major in Child and Youth Care
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are Counsellor
the recommended first-year courses. You will not be
able to register until you have met with your Academic
Advisor, Angie Smith. Please see the section
"Advising Information" for your options on connecting
• CYCC 1130 - Mental Health and Substance
with your Academic Advisor.
Use Issues
• CYCC 1132 - The Profession of Child and
Degree overview Youth Care
Foundation (recommended GNED 1401)
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
Tier 2 (required INTS 1240) one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2 base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount
Tier 2 (required PSYC 1105) Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
Year One, Semester 1 [Winter], Sept. - Dec. will include General Education, a collection of courses
• CYCC 1110 - Fundamental Skills in your chosen field.
Interviewing
• CYCC 1142 - Practicum I* Foundation
• CYCC 2232 - Working with Vulnerable
Children, Youth and Families
• General Education Requirement (required
General Education (GNED) foundation courses.
PSYC 2235)
Choose one from each cluster.
• General Education Requirement
*Requires a current Calgary Police Background Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Check and Intervention Record Check. More
information to follow in your advising session • Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102,
regarding this requirement as the timing for this or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
request is important. Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs, and Identity
Major in Early Learning and Child • Take one of GNED 1201, GNED 1202,
Care Cluster 3: Community and Society
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. • Take one of GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
• ELCC 1104 - The Profession of Early Cluster 4: Communication
Learning and Child Care
• ELCC 1109 - Child Development I • Take one of GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
• ELCC 1110 - Learning Through Play I
• ELCC 1180 - Practicum I*
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, Tier 2
Year One, Semester 1 [Winter], Sept. - Dec.
• ELCC 2213 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition of • one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
Young Children • two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters
• ELCC 2282 - Practicum II (2, 3, or 4)
Requirement (recommended INTS 1240)
*Requires a current Calgary Police Background Tier 3
Check and Intervention Record Check. More
information to follow in your advising session You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three
regarding this requirement as the timing for this courses must be from at least two different clusters.
request is important.
You could take:
General Education courses • three Tier 3 courses, each from a different

cluster (Total 3); or
What are General Education courses?
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one The information in your audit is separated into three
more from a different cluster (Total 3). sections:

• Electives
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your
advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are
prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
taking will meet graduation requirements for your
program.
Pay tab.
for your courses. Your advisor
Your advisor, Angie Smith, has carefully prepared
best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
the information in this guide to help you prepare to
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay'
register for classes. Before you can register for
tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
courses, you will need to attend an advising session
and pay your $425 non-refundable tuition deposit.
• Register Online
• Find out when you can register You will have an advising hold on your registration
• Registration Assistance account and must meet with your program academic
• Transfer Credit advisor. Over the coming weeks, the advisor will be
• Course prerequisite requirements sending emails regarding next steps, options of
academic advising, program planning, course
selection and registration.
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising which contains great information about transitioning to
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your MRU and the support services that are available.
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you Bachelor of Communication
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca • Degree

• Tracking your
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click overview
degree progress
on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. • First-year
• Your advisor
courses
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, • Previous post-
• General
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the secondary
Education
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8. courses
courses
• Registering for All core courses must be taken in the sequence
courses shown. For information on how to choose your
General Education courses, please see your advisor.
Welcome to the School of Communication Studies at
Major in Broadcast Media Studies
Congratulations on your admission to the
Communication Degree! As a student in the Bachelor Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
of Communication degree, you will be able to open
doors to a wide range of learning and career • BMST 1401 - Audio and Video Production I
opportunities in your chosen Major of Broadcast
Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism, or
Public Relations.
Contemporary Issues
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are • General Education Requirement,
the recommended first-year courses for each major. Foundation
However, the rest of the information on this page is • General Education Requirement, Foundation
equally important, so please continue to read the full Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
guide.
• BMST 1405 - Writing for Audio and Video
Degree overview II
Each baccalaureate degree has a • General Education Requirement, Foundation
Major - 24 major (core program requirements). • General Education Requirement, Foundation
courses The number of courses required for See the 4-year planning guide here
each major varies.

from four clusters: Major in Information Design
General
Education • numeracy and scientific Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
- 10 literacy,
courses • values, beliefs and identity, • INFO 1600 - Foundations of Information
• community and society, Design
and • INFO 1610 - Principles of Design Thinking
• communication and Doing
You are also required to take a Contemporary Issues
certain number of electives for your • General Education Requirement, Foundation
degree. An elective is any course • General Education Requirement, Foundation
Electives - that does not fulfill a requirement for Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
6 courses either your Major or General
Education. There are hundreds of • INFO 1620 - Visual Communication
courses to choose from depending Fundamentals
on your program.
• INFO 1661 - Technical Communication
• INFO 2663 - Visual and Applied Rhetoric
First-year courses • General Education Requirement, Foundation
See the 4-year planning guide here
Major in Journalism
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
will include General Education, a collection of courses
• JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
• JOUR 1727 - Digital Storytelling I your chosen field.
Contemporary Issues
Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. As you start your studies, you take a total of four
cluster.
• JOUR 1728 - Digital Storytelling II Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102,
• General Education Requirement, Foundation or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
See the 4-year planning guide here Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202,

Major in Public Relations or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
• PUBR 1841 - Introduction to Public or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
Relations Cluster 4: Communication
Relations • Take one of: GNED 1401 GNED
• COMM 2501 - Media History and 1403 GNED 1404 within your first 10
Contemporary Issues courses.
Foundation Tier 2
Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. As you progress through your degree you will
• PUBR 1845 - Interpersonal Communications will take a total of three courses:
• PUBR 2803 - Applied Visual Communication
for Public Relations
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters
(2, 3, or 4)
Foundation
Foundation
You could take:
What are General Education courses? • three Tier 3 courses, each from a different
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one
one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge
more from a different cluster (Total 3).
base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount
Registering for courses • Core and/or Major Requirements
• General Education (GNED) Requirements
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and • Electives
ensure that the courses you select meet the program • If you declare a minor, which is optional, this
and graduation requirements as outlined in the will be added to the bottom of your audit.
information above. Each semester, information about your course
registration will be added to your audit so you can see
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible which courses you register in and which ones you
courses of interest and to check that you meet complete. This will be a great tool for you and your
prerequisites. You will register for courses using the advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & taking will meet graduation requirements for your
Pay tab. program.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you Please visit this page for more information about
on using mymru, our degree audit system mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.
for your courses.
Your advisor
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View New Student Registration
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, Your advisor has carefully prepared the information in
in the 'My Schedule Builder' section. this guide to help you plan your first year at Mount
Royal. You can email your questions
• Register Online to commadvising@mtroyal.ca or make
• Find out when you can register an appointment here. You are also invited to visit
mru.ca/commadvising for more information.
• Transfer Credit You can also read through your Welcome Guide
• Course prerequisite requirements which contains great information about transitioning to
• Track your program with mruGradU8 MRU and the support services that are available.
Tracking your degree progress First-Year Advising Guide -

mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising Bachelor of Computer
Information Systems
graduation. As you move through your degree, • Degree
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you overview • Registering for
to measure your progress. • First-year courses
courses
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, Welcome to the Faculty of Science & Technology at
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the Mount Royal University!
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8.
Congratulations on your admission to the Computer
The information in your audit is separated into three Information Systems Degree! As a student at Mount
sections: Royal, you will be able to open doors to a wide range
of learning and career opportunities.
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
the recommended first-year courses for each major.
However, the rest of the information on this page is • COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object
equally important, so please continue to read the full Oriented Programming
guide for more information about each topic. • COMP 2511 - Web I: Client Development
Degree overview Theory and Practice (requires pre-requisite
of General Education Cluster 4, Foundation)

Major - 26 major (core program requirements). Can be placed in either Fall or Winter:
courses The number of courses required for
each major varies. • General Education Requirement Cluster 2 or
3, Foundation
• MATH 1505 - Puzzling Adventures in
You choose your Gen Ed courses Mathematics
from four clusters: • One of the following:
General o MKTG 2150 - Introduction to
Education • numeracy and scientific Marketing
- 10 literacy, o LSCM 2201 - Introduction to
courses • values, beliefs and identity, Logistics and Supply Chain
• community and society, Management
and • One of the following:
• communication o ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
You are also required to take a o MGMT 2130 - Management
certain number of electives for your Principles and Practices
degree. An elective is any course o SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social
Electives - that does not fulfill a requirement for Innovation
4 courses either your Major or General
courses to choose from depending General Education courses
on your program.
First-year courses Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
It is recommended that all Bachelor of Computer in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
Information Systems (BCIS) students follow the your chosen field.
Program Planning Guide for degree progression.
Foundation
cluster.
Solving and Programming
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Foundation (pre-requisite for MGMT 3210 in
winter semester) • Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102,
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 1 or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
Foundation Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202, (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses. for your courses.
• Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303, courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses. schedule options and create a timetable that works
• Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403, tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
• Register online
Tier 2 • Registration assistance
• Transfer Credit
As you progress through your degree, • Course prerequisite requirements
choose three Gen Ed courses from a wider variety of
courses.
You will take:
• one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and tool designed to assist you in reviewing your
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters academic history, identifying requirements you
(2, 3, or 4) completed and those that are still needed for
Tier 3 to measure your progress.
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
courses must be from at least two different clusters. account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click
You could take:
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current,
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster and one please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the
Tier 3 course from a second cluster (Total: audit every time that you login to mruGradU8.
3); or
• three Tier 3 courses each from a different The information in your audit is separated into three
cluster (Total: 3). sections:

• Electives
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible complete. This will be a great tool for you and your
courses of interest and to check that you meet advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are
prerequisites. You will register for courses using the taking will meet graduation requirements for your
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & program.
Pay tab.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.
Your advisor All students in the Criminal Justice
program complete 21 core courses
New Student Registration Major - 21 throughout their four years,
courses beginning with an introduction to law
Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising enforcement, community outreach
information and is eager to begin working with you on and victim services.
your Mount Royal experience. After reading through
this information carefully, you should be able to
register for both your Fall and Winter semesters.
from four clusters:
The BCIS Academic Advisors are here to support you General
with the start of your BCIS degree. For any additional Education • numeracy and scientific
questions please email scitechadvising@mtroyal.ca. - 10 literacy,
Please include your Mount Royal University student courses • values, beliefs and identity,
identification number in your email. • community and society,
and
You can also read through your Welcome Guide • communication
MRU and the support services that are available. You are also required to take a
degree. An elective is any course
First-Year Advising Guide - Electives - that does not fulfill a requirement for
Bachelor of Criminal Justice 8 courses the Core, Major or General
courses to choose from depending
• Degree on your program.
First-year courses
courses The courses below are recommendations for your first
Welcome to the Criminal Justice degree at Mount
interests and/or schedule.
Royal University!
In your first year, you should register in the following
Congratulations on your admission to the Criminal
courses:
Justice degree! As a student in the program, you will
be able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
• Four (3-credit) CRJS courses
• Five (3-credit) GNED courses
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are • One (3-credit) Elective
the recommended first-year courses. You will not be First-year recommended courses:
able to register until you have met with your
Academic Advisor, Leann Acheson. Please see • CRJS 1001 - Introduction to
the section "How do I access my advisor?" for Criminology (offered in Fall only)
your options on connecting with your Academic • CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
Advisor. System (offered in Fall only)
• CRJS 1010 - Introduction to Canadian
Degree overview Law (offered in Winter only)
Criminal Justice System (offered in Winter
only)
• General Education Requirement (Cluster 1, • Take one of: GNED 1401, or GNED 1403, or
Foundation)* GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
• General Education Requirement (Cluster 4,
Foundation)*
Tier 2
Foundation)*
• General Education Requirement (Cluster 3, As you progress through your degree you will
Foundation)* choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you
• General Education Requirement (Tier2)*
• Elective (any 3-credit course that does not
fulfill a program core or General Education
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters
requirement)
(2, 3, or 4)
Please see the General Education Requirement
section in this guide for your specific requirements for
the Criminal Justice degree. Tier 3
* One course per cluster from the approved list.
GNED courses in your first year should be chosen You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three
from Foundation and Tier 2 only. courses must be from at least two different clusters.
You could take:

• three Tier 3 courses, each from a different
What are General Education courses? cluster (Total 3); or
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in more from a different cluster (Total 3).
Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs Registering for courses
in a range of subjects that will complement studies in It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
your chosen field. ensure that the courses you select meet the program
information above.
Foundation
As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen courses of interest and to check that you meet
Ed foundation courses. Choose one from each prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
cluster. registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
Pay tab.
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
• Take one of: GNED 1101, or GNED 1102, or on using mymru, our degree audit system
GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses. (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity for your courses.

• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or
GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
• Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or
in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
Cluster 4: Communication
• Register Online
• Find out when you can register her before you are able to register for your
• Registration Assistance courses.
• Transfer Credit
This information has been carefully prepared to guide
• Course prerequisite requirements you in planning your first year. Please contact Leann
• Track your program with mruGradU8 by email to schedule your advising appointment.
(lacheson@mtroyal.ca)
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your First-Year Advising Guide -
Bachelor of Education -
Elementary
• Degree
You will log in to mruGradU8 through overview • Registering for
your mymru.ca account, under the 'My Program' tab. • First-year courses
When you click on the icon or follow the link, your • Tracking your
courses
audit will open.
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, Education • Your advisor
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the courses
Welcome to the Education - Elementary degree at
The information in your audit is separated into three Mount Royal University!
sections:
Congratulations on your admission to the Education -
• Core and/or Major Requirements Elementary degree! As a student in the program, you
• General Education (GNED) Requirements will be able to open doors to a wide range of learning
• Electives and career opportunities.
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this
To help you prepare for registration, the first-year
will be added to the bottom of your audit.
course recommendations are included below. You
Each semester, information about your course
will not be able to register until you have met with
which courses you register in and which ones you your Academic Advisor. Please see the section
"Your Advisor" for your options on connecting
with your Academic Advisor.
program. Degree overview
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. Your Education degree
has core program
Major - 21 courses requirements that include
Your advisor
practicums and capstone
courses.
Your Bachelor of Arts -- Criminal Justice Academic General Education - You will take 8 General
Advisor, Leann Acheson, is here to support you with 8 courses Education courses across
the start of your degree. You will need to meet with all clusters from Tiers 1
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
and 2. Through these
courses):
courses and your
Education major, you will
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
meet the Alberta Teachers'
2. ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the
Association certification
Restoration or ENGL 2211 - English
requirements.
Literature from the Restoration to the
Present
Gen Ed courses are
divided into four clusters: 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
or 3, Foundation
• numeracy and 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
scientific literacy, Tier 2
5. Choose one of the following to fulfill your
• values, beliefs,
General Education Requirement for Cluster
and identity,
3, Tier 2:
• community and
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to
society, and
Canadian Studies
• communication o CNST 2233 - Canada in
Comparative and International
You will be asked to
Perspective
choose a teachable minor
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to
in the first year of your
Electives/Teachable Canada: Pre-Confederation
program. Between this
Minor - 11 courses o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867
minor and your electives
to Present
you will be required to
complete 11 courses.
Minor in French
In order to ensure that you register in the correct entry

First-year courses level French course, please visit the French
department website for information about completing
All core courses must be taken in the sequence a Placement Test
shown. Prior to registration, you must meet with your
academic advisor. New student registration begins on Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five
April 17, 2023 - students will register for both Fall and courses):
Winter courses.
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
Minor in English 3. FREN 1109 Beginners' French I (or higher
level)*
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
courses): or 3, Foundation
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I or 3, Foundation
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, courses):
or 3 Foundation
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
or 3 Foundation 2. FREN 1111 Beginners' French II (or higher
5. Choose one of: level)*
o ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
Introduction to Literature or 3, Foundation
o ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
An Introduction to Literature Tier 2
5. Choose one of the following to fulfill your o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867
General Education Requirement for Cluster to Present
3, Tier 2:
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to
Canadian Studies
Minor in History
o CNST 2233 - Canada in
Comparative and International Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five
Perspective courses):
Canada: Pre-Confederation 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
to Present 3. HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre-
*FREN 1109 is for students with no prior French Confederation or HIST 1133 - Modern
language history. If you have previous experience in Canada, 1867 to Present
French, please complete the French Placement Test 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
and contact the French department to determine or 3, Foundation
which course would be an appropriate place to begin 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
the minor. or 3, Foundation
courses):
Minor in Physical Literacy for
Education 2. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
or 3, Foundation
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
courses): Tier 2
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 4,
Tier 2
3. HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student:
General Education Requirement for Cluster
3, Tier 2:
o HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500
or 3, Foundation
o HIST 1103 - Europe Since 1500
o HIST 1117 - America to 1865
or 3, Foundation
o HIST 1119 - The United States,
1865 to the Present
courses):
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II Minor in Humanities

2. PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
Understanding Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five
3. General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, courses):
2, or 3, Foundation
4. General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
Tier 2 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
5. Choose one of the following to fulfill your 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
General Education Requirement for Cluster or 3 Foundation
3, Tier 2: 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to 2, or 3 Foundation
Canadian Studies 5. Choose one of:
o CNST 2233 - Canada in o PHIL 1101 - Philosophy: Knowledge
Comparative and International and Existence
Perspective o PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Love
Canada: Pre-Confederation
o PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
and Ethics Tier 2
courses):
Minor in Linguistics
2. ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five
Introduction to Literature or ENGL 1152 - courses):
Identity and Invention: An Introduction to
Literature 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
or 3 Foundation 3. LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I
4. Choose one of: 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
o HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500 or 3 Foundation
o HIST 1103 - Europe Since 1500 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
o HIST 1111 - South Asia and the or 3 Foundation
Indian Ocean: 2500 BCE - Present Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
o HIST 1117 - America to 1865 courses):
o HIST 1119 - The United States,
1865 to the Present 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to 2. LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II
Canada: Pre-Confederation 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 or 3 Foundation
to Present 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
5. Choose one of: Tier 2
o RELS 1101 - World Religions: 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
Western Tier 2
o RELS 1103 - World Religions:
Eastern Minor in Mathematics
o RELS 1105 - Why Religion Matters
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five
Minor in Indigenous Studies courses):

courses):
3. MATH 1150 - Mathematical Reasoning
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success or 3 Foundation
3. INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
Studies: the Canadian Context or 3 Foundation
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
courses):
or 3 Foundation
or 3 Foundation
2. MATH 2150 - Higher Arithmetic
3. MATH 1102 - Introduction to Geometry
courses):
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II or 3 Foundation
2. INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous 5. Elective
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, Minor in General Science for
or 3 Foundation
Elementary Education
Tier 2
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five 3. HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to
courses): Present or HIST 1131 - Introduction to
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I 4. INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Studies: the Canadian Context
3. List A science, choose one of: 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
o BIOL 1202, BIOL 1205, NTSC or 3 Foundation
1112
or 3 Foundation Minor in Spanish
or 3 Foundation Please note: Students with prior knowledge of
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five Spanish must take a placement test to determine to
courses): correct entry-level courses for this minor. For more
information, students should contact the Spanish
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II Coordinator.
2. List B Science, choose one of:
o ASTR 1303, CHEM 1201, CHEM The minor is designed for students who have
1202, CHEM 2111, PHYS 1201 successfully completed Spanish 30.
3. List C Science, choose one of: Students pursuing this minor without Spanish 30 may
o ASTR 1301, GEOG 1101, GEOG have to complete SPAN 1101.
1105 , GEOL 1109
4. General Education Requirement 1, 2, or Students should be aware that registration in senior-
3 Foundation level SPAN courses may require successful
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 4, completion of specific SPAN courses at the 2000
Tier 2 and/or 3000 levels and should plan accordingly
throughout their program.
Minor in Social Studies
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
courses):
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success 3. SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
or 3 Foundation or 3 Foundation
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
or 3 Foundation or 3 Foundation
5. Choose one of: Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
o GEOG 1101 - The Physical courses):
Environment
o GEOG 1102 - World Regional 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
Geography 2. SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II
o GEOG 1103 - The Human 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2,
Environment or 3 Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
courses): Tier 2
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II Tier 2
2. PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government
and Politics or ECON 1143 - The Economics
of Contemporary Issues
Minor in Spanish Language and
Hispanic Cultures
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five As you start your studies, you take a total of four
courses): GNED foundation courses. Choose one from each
cluster.
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
3. SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I (or higher
level)* • Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102,
4. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
2, or 3 Foundation Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
5. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1,
2, or 3 Foundation • Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202,
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
courses): Cluster 3: Community and Society
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
2. SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II (or or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
higher level)* Cluster 4: Communication
3. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1,
2, or 3 Foundation • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
4. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
Tier 2
General Education Requirement for Cluster Tier 2
3, Tier 2:
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to As you progress through your degree you will
Canadian Studies choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you
o CNST 2233 - Canada in will take a total of four courses:
Comparative and International
Perspective • one Tier 2 course from each cluster
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 Registering for courses
to Present
*Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
a placement test. For more information, students ensure that the courses you select meet the program
should contact the Spanish coordinator or academic and graduation requirements as outlined in the
advisor. information above.

General Education courses courses of interest and to check that you meet
What are General Education courses? registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
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mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising First-Year Advising Guide -
academic history, identifying requirements you Bachelor of Health and
Physical Education
to measure your progress. • Degree
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, Education • Your advisor
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the courses
Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and
The information in your audit is separated into three Education at Mount Royal University!
sections:
Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of
• Core and/or Major Requirements Health and Physical Education! As a student at Mount
• General Education (GNED) Requirements Royal, you will be able to open doors to a wide range
• Electives of learning and career opportunities.
• Your teachable minor will be added to the
bottom of your audit. If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
Each semester, information about your course the recommended first-year courses for each major.
registration will be added to your audit so you can see However, the rest of the information on this page is
which courses you register in and which ones you equally important, so please continue to read the full
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your guide.
taking will meet graduation requirements for your You will register for both Fall and Winter terms at this
program. time.

Degree overview
Your advisor The Bachelor of Health

and Physical Education
degree has a major
Major - 24-35 (core program
courses requirements). The
number of courses
Your academic advisor has carefully prepared the
required for each of the
information in this guide to help you with the
majors varies. You will
information you need to register for classes. Before
also be required to
you can register for courses, you will need to pay your
complete practicums for
the completion of your You must take:
degree.
You choose your Gen Physical Education
Ed courses from four • HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
clusters: Leadership
• numeracy and • Choose up to two courses from the
General Education - 5-10 scientific 'additional courses' lists below
courses literacy, Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
and identity, You must take:
• community
and society, • BIOL 1216 - Human Physiology
and • HPED 2830 - Introductory Flexibility and
• communication Relaxation (1.5 credits)
• HPED 2850 - Introductory Strength
You are also required to Training (1.5 credits)
take a certain number • Choose up to three courses from the
of electives for your 'additional courses' lists below
degree. An elective is Additional courses that must be taken in either
any course that does Fall or Winter of Year 1 are:
not fulfill a requirement
for either your Major or • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
General Education. Foundations
There are hundreds of • HPED 1020 - Leadership and
Electives - 0-5 courses
courses to choose from Communication
depending on your Additional courses to choose from:
program. We
recommend that you Note: any courses not completed from this list can be
leave these taken in Year Two.
requirements until later
in your degree as these • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
should be senior-level Foundations
courses. • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
First-year courses Foundation
Foundation
Your major courses are your priority, always register
for these courses first and then build the rest of your
schedule around them. If you plan to take a reduced Major in Ecotourism and Outdoor
course load please take the courses listed under "You Leadership
must take" then pick one or two of the other courses
listed below. Also keep in mind that not all courses
are offered in both Fall and Winter semesters, look for Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
courses that are only offered in one semester and
You must take:
plan accordingly.
Major in Athletic Therapy Physical Education
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor Additional courses that must be taken in either
Leadership Fall or Winter of Year 1 are:
• Choose up to three more courses from
the 'additional courses' lists below • HPED 1020 - Leadership and
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. Communication
• ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism From Personal Health to Community Action
• Choose up to four courses from Additional courses to choose from:
the 'additional courses' lists below
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be
Additional courses that must be taken in either
taken in Year Two.
Fall or Winter of Year 1 are:

Foundations
Communication
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: • PHYL 1512 - Human Anatomy
From Personal Health to Community Action • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
Additional courses to choose from: • PHYL 1550 - Individual Activities
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be Foundation
taken in Year Two. • General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
Foundation
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment Foundation
• HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical • General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
Foundations Foundation
Foundation
Major in Sport and Recreation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Management
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, You must take:
Foundation
Physical Education
Major in Physical Literacy Leadership
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. Administration of Sport
• Choose up to two more from the 'additional
You must take:
courses' list below
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
Physical Education
• Choose up to five courses from
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor the 'additional courses' list below
Leadership Additional courses that must be taken in either
• Choose up to three more courses from Fall or Winter of Year 1 are:
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • HPED 1020 - Leadership and
Communication
• Choose up to five more courses from the • HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student:
'additional courses' lists below From Personal Health to Community Action
• HPED 1640 - Program Planning • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
Additional courses to choose from: or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be
taken in Year Two. • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
Entrepreneurial Experience As you progress through your degree you will
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human choose from a wider variety of courses to complete
Resources any further requirements for General Education.
Foundations
Practices
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Registering for courses
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
Foundation ensure that the courses you select meet the program
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, and graduation requirements as outlined in the
Foundation information above.
Foundation Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
General Education courses registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
Pay tab.
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in on using mymru, our degree audit system
one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount for your courses.
Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
your chosen field. schedule options and create a timetable that works
your mymru.ca account under the Register&Pay tab,
Foundation in the My Schedule Builder section.
• Register Online
cluster. • Registration Assistance
• Transfer Credit
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy • Course prerequisite requirements

or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses. Tracking your degree progress
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202, tool designed to assist you in reviewing your
or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses. academic history, identifying requirements you
Cluster 3: Community and Society completed and those that are still needed for
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you MRU and the support services that are available.
You are encouraged to register for a group advising
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca session, where your advisor will provide you with
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click information to help you choose your courses for the
on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. first year. Workshop dates will be shared in April. If
you have Transfer Credit, you are also encouraged to
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, reach out to hpedadvising@mtroyal.ca or
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the athletic.therapy@mtroyal.ca so your advisor can
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8. help.
The information in your audit is separated into three All new BHPE students are required to attend a
sections: mandatory program orientation which is held in
September as part of the campus-wide New Student
• Core and/or Major Requirements Orientation. At this event, you will meet other
• General Education (GNED) Requirements students, department staff and faculty members. It is
• Electives your opportunity to prepare for the start of your
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this degree and have fun while you are doing it.
registration will be added to your audit so you can see First-Year Advising Guide -
Bachelor of Interior Design
taking will meet graduation requirements for your • Degree
program. overview • Registering for
Your advisor courses
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts at Mount Royal
New Student Registration University!

This guide has been carefully prepared with the Interior Design! The Bachelor of Interior Design will
information you need to successfully help you register enable you to create effective spaces that profoundly
for your first year at MRU. influence the quality of people's lives. With an
undergraduate degree, you can also pursue graduate
studies in interior design, architecture, landscape
Please review the guide thoroughly before contacting architecture or environmental design, to name only a
your advisor with questions. Your academic advisors few.
are here to support you as you begin your Bachelor of
Health and Physical Education degree. Please include To assist with your course registration, below are the
your MRU ID number and use your @mtroyal.ca recommended first-year courses for your program. All
account for all emails. the information on this page is important, so please
continue to read the full guide for more information on
Athletic Therapy students can email each topic.
athletic.therapy@mtroyal.ca for advising questions. All
other majors in the Bachelor of Health and Physical The Bachelor of Interior Design program can be
Education cans email hpedadvising@mtroyal.ca. completed only as a full-time student. Interior Design
courses in the fall semester act as prerequisites for
You can also read through your Welcome Guide the courses in the winter semester.
Degree overview • Not required to take courses. To ease fall
and winter workload, Interior Design students
could complete General Education and/or
Each baccalaureate degree has a major the elective requirement in Spring semesters
Major (core program requirements). The subject to course availability.
29 courses number of courses required for each Planning your entire degree
major varies.
For a detailed four-year pattern for degree planning,
You choose your Gen Ed courses from please see the Academic Calendar for Bachelor of
each of the four clusters: Interior Design
General
• numeracy and scientific
Education
literacy,
10 courses
• values, beliefs and identity,
• community and society, and A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
• communication.
An elective is any course that does not Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs
fulfill a requirement for either your Major will include General Education, a collection of courses
Electives
or General Education. There are in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
One course
hundreds of courses to choose from your chosen field. Use the General Education list of
depending on your program. approved courses to find eligible courses for each tier
and cluster.
All Interior Design (INDS) and Design Studies (DEST) As you start your studies, you take a total of four
courses must be taken in the sequence shown. You GNED foundation courses. Choose one from each
are advised to complete the GNED courses as cluster.
outlined below; however, there is flexibility as to when
and what clusters you choose to complete. For more
information about the General Education
requirements for this degree, please see the General
Education courses section of this guide that follows
this first-year course outline.

• INDS 1141 - Studio 1: Space + Experience
• INDS 1144 - Design Tools 1 or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
• DEST 1101 - Design History Cluster 4: Communication
• One General Education Requirement:
Foundation, Cluster 4 (recommended) • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
• INDS 1241 - Studio 2: Inhabitation Tier 2

• INDS 1243 - Systems 2 As you progress through your degree you will
• INDS 1244 - Design Tools 2 choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you
• One General Education Requirement: will take a total of three courses:
Foundation, Cluster 2 (recommended)
Year One, Semester 3 [Spring], May - June You will take:
• one Tier 2 Art History course from Cluster 2 academic history, identifying requirements you
and completed and those that are still needed for
• two Tier 2 courses from Cluster 1, 3 or 4 (no graduation. As you move through your degree,
duplication of clusters) mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you
Tier 3
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
You will take: please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the
• one Tier 3 Art History course from Cluster 2
and The information in your audit is separated into three
• two Tier 3 courses from Clusters 1,3 or 4 (no sections:
duplication of clusters)
• Electives
information above.
program.
Pay tab.
(mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register Your advisor
for your courses.
We also have an online tool to help you plan your The Arts Academic Advising office is here to support
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View you with your start in the Bachelor of Interior Design.
schedule options and create a timetable that works This guide has been carefully prepared with the
best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through information you need to successfully register for your
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' first year at MRU. Please review this guide thoroughly
tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section. before contacting the office with your questions.
Students with transfer credit can contact the office for
• Register Online assistance with course selection. You can reach the
academic advisor, Rachel Doe, at 403.440.8585 or
artsadvising@mtroyal.ca.
• Transfer Credit If you have completed an Interior Design diploma
• Course prerequisite requirements program from Lethbridge College, Lakeland College,
or NAIT, please connect with Paula Dozois, the
Interior Design Advisor, to understand the transfer
Tracking your degree progress credit you will receive and the specific INDS and
DEST courses you will need to register in as your
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising curriculum will be altered from what you see in this
guide. You can reach Paula Dozois at 403.440.6102 • Degree
or pdozois@mtroyal.ca. overview • Registering for
For information on computer and software
requirements for the program, please visit the
Department of Interior Design website. • General degree progress
courses
Previous post-secondary courses Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and
Education at Mount Royal University and
As a student with transfer credit previously completed, congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of
you may have different needs when it comes to Midwifery!
registration.
Here you will find the required courses for the first
Ensuring that your previous coursework is applied to year of your degree. The information listed below your
your Interior Design curriculum is in your best interest. first-year courses is equally important, so please
Please be sure to review your assigned transfer continue to read the full guide for more information on
equivalencies in your MyMRU account, under the My each topic.
Program tab in the Admission box (Check transfer
equivalencies) and your new mruGradU8 program
audit (refer to the 'Tracking your degree progress'
Degree overview
section of this guide. More information about transfer
equivalencies can be found online here. Each baccalaureate degree has a
Major - 28 major (core program requirements).
If you notice many unspecified (1XXX, 2XXX, etc.) courses The number of courses required for
credit assignments in the evaluation of your transfer each major varies.
equivalencies, you could submit official course
outlines to have more specific credit assigned, which You choose your Gen Ed courses
would assist with application to the General Education from each of the four clusters:
requirements of the degree. Check out the necessary
General
steps to take here. You can also consult with Arts • numeracy and scientific
Education - 4
Academic Advising about the application of your literacy,
courses
transfer credit (see contact details below).
If you have potential Interior Design (INDS) transfer • community and society, and
equivalencies, (you have attended another interior • communication.
design, environmental design, or architectural design Practicum facilitates your application
program not listed above) you will need to submit PDF Clinical of theory, gained in lectures, labs
documents of detailed course outlines and examples Placements and tutorials, to practice through
of completed course assignments for evaluation clinical experience.
directly to the Interior Design advisor, Paula Dozois.
You can reach her at pdozois@mtroyal.ca.
Please direct any questions you have to Arts First-year courses

Academic Advising at artsadvising@mtroyal.ca. If you
want to book an appointment, please call The courses listed below are required and must be
403.440.8585. completed in the order indicated before you can move
on to your second-year midwifery courses. For
First-Year Advising Guide - information on how to choose your General Education
(Gen Ed) courses, please see your advisor.
Bachelor of Midwifery Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec., Required
• MDWF 1001 - Survey of Midwifery - Past

and present
• BIOL 1220 - Anatomy and Physiology I • HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health
• NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with • INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional
Individuals I Communication
Choose up to two of the following courses for a • MATH 2333 - Statistics for Life Sciences
maximum of FIVE courses total in this semester. • WGST 2221 - Women and Health
• GNED Cluster 1 Foundation

• GNED Cluster 2 Foundation General Education
• GNED Cluster 4 Foundation A great education doesn't just make you an expert in
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge
Communication
• MATH 2333 - Statistics for Life Sciences in a range of subjects that will complement studies in
• WGST 2221 - Women and Health your chosen field.
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.,
Required Foundation
You will complete a total of four Gen Ed foundation
• MDWF 1003 - Lab Sciences for Midwifery courses. Choose one from each cluster.
• NURS 1213 - Health Promotion with Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Individuals II » Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102 or GNED
Choose up to two of the following courses for a 1103 within your first 10 courses.
maximum of FIVE courses total in this semester.
(Choose courses that you did not complete in the Fall Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
semester). » Take one of GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED
1203 within your first 20 courses.
» Take one of GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED
• GNED Cluster 3 Foundation 1304 within your first 20 courses.
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and Cluster 4: Communication
Research Literacies » Take one of GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health 1404 within your first 10 courses.
Communication Registering for courses
• WGST 2221 - Women and Health It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
Year One, Semester 3 [Spring], May - June ensure that the courses you select meet the program
Choose up to two courses for a maximum of TWO information above.
courses total in this semester. (Choose courses that
you did not complete in either the Fall or Winter Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
semesters). courses of interest and to check that you meet
• GNED Cluster 1 Foundation registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
• GNED Cluster 2 Foundation Pay tab.
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
Research Literacies for your courses.
We also have an online tool to help you plan your Lauren Denney
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View Coordinator, Practicum and Advising
schedule options and create a timetable that works Email: midwifery@mtroyal.ca
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' Contact your advisor with questions about the course
tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section. selection outlined in your program planning guide,
transfer credit, and pre-practice requirements.
• Register Online
which contains information about transitioning to MRU
and the support services that are available.
• Transfer Credit
Tracking your degree progress Bachelor of Nursing
• Degree
overview
• First-year • Tracking your
courses degree progress
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you • General • Your advisor
to measure your progress. Education • Mandatory
courses advising session
You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca • Registering for
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click courses
on the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and
Education at Mount Royal University!
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the Congratulations on your admission to the Nursing
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8. Degree! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able
to open doors to a wide range of learning and career
The information in your audit is separated into three opportunities.
sections:
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
• Core and/or Major Requirements the recommended first-year courses for each major.
• General Education (GNED) Requirements You will not be able to register until you have
• Electives attended an advising session and met with your
Each semester, information about your course Advisors. The information in this guide is a useful
registration will be added to your audit so you can see resource as you learn about your Mount Royal
which courses you register in and which ones you program.
Degree overview
program.
Please visit this page for more information about Major - 31 major (core program requirements).
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. courses The number of courses required for
each major varies.
Your advisor
General
Education
from each of the four clusters:
- 4 courses
• numeracy and scientific Ed foundation courses. Choose one from each
literacy, cluster.
• community and society, and » Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102 or GNED
• communication. 1103 within your first 10 courses.
Clinical Put what you have learned to work in
Placement a variety of health care settings Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
Potential first-semester courses Cluster 3: Community and Society

These courses are a sample of potential first 1304 within your first 20 courses.
semester courses available to you. Working with your
advisor, you will develop the structure of your first
year in the Bachelor of Nursing.
Potential Courses - Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional ensure that the courses you select meet the program
Communication and graduation requirements as outlined in the
• MATH 2333 Statistics for Life Sciences information above.
Nursing I Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
• NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with courses of interest and to check that you meet
Individuals I prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
Pay tab.
Foundation*
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
Foundation* on using mymru, our degree audit system
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
Foundation* for your courses.
Foundation* We also have an online tool to help you plan your
* You will be required to choose one General courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
Education Foundation course from each cluster. schedule options and create a timetable that works
General Education courses tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in • Register Online

one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge • Find out when you can register
base in a variety of areas. That is why all of Mount • Registration Assistance
Royal's baccalaureate degree and diploma programs • Transfer Credit
your chosen field.
Foundation
As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising All students admitted to the Bachelor of Nursing
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your automatically have a hold placed on their
academic history, identifying requirements you account. The hold is removed once the student has
completed and those that are still needed for attended an Advising session. Please visit this page
graduation. As you move through your degree, for the next available advising session.
You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click Bachelor of Science
• Degree
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the
audit every time that you login to mruGradU8. • First-year courses
The information in your audit is separated into three • General degree progress
sections: Education • Your advisor
courses
• Core and/or Major Requirements Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Technology at
• General Education (GNED) Requirements Mount Royal University!
• Electives
Each semester, information about your course Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of
registration will be added to your audit so you can see Science Degree! As a student at Mount Royal, you
which courses you register in and which ones you will be able to open doors to a wide range of learning
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your and career opportunities.
taking will meet graduation requirements for your If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
program. the recommended first-year courses for each major.
It's highly recommended that you meet with an
Please visit this page for more information about Advisor prior to registering for your courses. The
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. information in this guide is a useful resource as you
learn about your Mount Royal program.
Your advisor
Degree overview
Your academic advisors, Bonnie Mui, and Jill Yaeck, Each baccalaureate degree has a
are here to support you with your start in the Bachelor Major - 24- major (core program requirements).
of Nursing. You can contact them by email 29 courses The number of courses required for
at nursingadvisors@mtroyal.ca with questions about each major varies.
the course selection as outlined in this guide, transfer
credit, and New Student Orientation. You choose your Gen Ed courses
from four clusters:
which contains great information about transitioning to General
- 10 literacy,
Mandatory advising session • community and society,
and
New Student Registration • communication
You are also required to take a • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
certain number of electives for your and Bonding
degree. An elective is any course • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
Electives - that does not fulfill a requirement for • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
1-4 courses the Core, Major or General • General Education Requirement, Cluster 1,
Education. There are hundreds of Foundation
courses to choose from depending • General Education Requirement, Cluster 4,
on your program. Foundation

First-year courses Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science Solving for the Sciences
students follow the Program Planning Guide for o or BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell
degree progression. Biology (if interested in the
Analytical Biochemistry
Major in Biology concentration, see the
concentration course plan here),
COMP 2001 is still required and
should be completed in 2nd year.
and Bonding • General Education Requirement, Cluster 2 or
3, Foundation
Note:
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, • Please note that PHYS 1202 requires both
Foundation PHYS 1201 and MATH 1200 as
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. prerequisites.
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of
Science students follow the Program
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - Planning Guide for degree progression.
Major in Computer Science
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 2 or
3, Foundation
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 4, Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Foundation
Note: • COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem
• Please note that PHYS 1202 requires both • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
PHYS 1201 and MATH 1200 as • General Education Requirement, Cluster 1,
prerequisites. Foundation
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of • General Education Requirement, Cluster 2,
Science students follow their Program Foundation
Planning Guide for degree progression. • Cognate Course (information about cognate
courses is on page 2 of your Program
Planning Guide)
Major in Chemistry

• COMP 1633 - Introduction to Computer Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Science II
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists • Concentration A (1000 level)
and Engineers • Concentration B (1000 level)
• PHIL 1179 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 4, • General Education Requirement Foundation,
Foundation Cluster 1
• Cognate Course (information about cognate • General Education Requirement Foundation,
courses is on page 2 of your Program Cluster 4
Planning Guide) Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
Note:
• Concentration A (1000 level)
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of • Concentration B (1000 level)
Science students follow the Program • MATH 2200 Calculus for Scientists II
Planning Guide for degree progression. • General Education Requirement Foundation,
Cluster 2
Major in Environmental Science • General Education Requirement Foundation
Cluster 3
Note:
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of

Planning Guide for degree progression.
• MATH 1185 - Calculus with
Applications or MATH 1200 - Calculus for Major in Geology
Scientists I
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Foundation
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 4, • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure
Foundation and Bonding
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth
• ECOL 1111 - Terrestrial Ecology • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
• ENVS 1105 - Data Processing and Statistics • General Education Requirement, Cluster
• ENVS 2100 - Introduction to Environmental 1, Foundation
Science (requires GNED 1101 or 1103 as a Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
prerequisite)
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 2, • COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem
Foundation Solving for the Sciences
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 3, • GEOL 1103 - Earth Through Time
Foundation • MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists
Note: and Engineers
• Two concentrations are required, 3 Foundation
concentration courses can be found on page • General Education Requirement, Cluster
2 of the Program Planning Guide. 4, Foundation
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of Note:
Planning Guide for degree progression. • It is recommended that all Bachelor of
Major in General Science Planning Guide for degree progression.
General Education • three Tier 3 courses, each from a different
one area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge Registering for courses
your chosen field. and graduation requirements as outlined in the
information above.

As you start your studies, you take a total of four registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
GNED foundation courses. Choose one from each Pay tab.
cluster.
for your courses.
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity We also have an online tool to help you plan your
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202, schedule options and create a timetable that works
or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses. best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses. • Register Online
• Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403, • Registration Assistance
or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses. • Transfer Credit
Tier 2
choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising
will take a total of three courses: tool designed to assist you in reviewing your
• three Tier 2 courses from each of clusters 2, completed and those that are still needed for
3, and 4 graduation. As you move through your degree,
Tier 3
You could take:

In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, • Degree
please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the overview • Registering for

sections: • General degree progress
• Core and/or Major Requirements courses
• General Education (GNED) Requirements Welcome to the Bachelor of Social Work degree at
• Electives Mount Royal University!
Congratulations on your admission to the Social
will be added to the bottom of your audit. Work degree! As a student in the program, you will be
Each semester, information about your course able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
registration will be added to your audit so you can see career opportunities.
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your If you are eager to register for your courses, below
advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are are the recommended first-year courses. You will not
taking will meet graduation requirements for your be able to register until you have met with your
program. Academic Advisor, Gina Adams. Please see the
section "Your Advisor" for your options on connecting
Please visit this page for more information about with your Academic Advisor.
Degree overview
Your advisors
New Student Registration All students in the Social Work
Core - 18 degree program complete 18
courses core courses throughout their
Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising four years
information and is eager to begin working with you on
your Mount Royal experience. After reading through
this information carefully, you should be able to You will choose between two
Concentration concentrations
register for both your Fall and Winter semesters.
- 6 courses
• Child Intervention
The Bachelor of Science Academic Advisors are here • Generalist Social Work
to support you with the start of your BSc degree. For
any additional questions please You choose your Gen Ed
email scitechadvising@mtroyal.ca. Please include courses from four clusters:
your Mount Royal University student identification
number in your email. General • numeracy and scientific
Education - 10 literacy,
You can also read through your Welcome Guide courses • values, beliefs and
which contains great information about transitioning to identity,
MRU and the support services that are available. • community and society,
and
• communication
You are also required to take a

First-Year Advising Guide - Electives - 4 certain number of electives for
Bachelor of Social Work courses your degree. An elective is any
course that does not fulfill a
requirement for the Core, Major
or General Education. There are
hundreds of courses to choose
• Take one of: GNED 1101, or GNED 1102,
from depending on your
program. or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.

First-year courses Fall 2023 or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
All core courses must be taken in the sequence • Take one of: GNED 1301, or GNED 1303,
shown. For information on how to choose your or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
General Education courses, please see your advisor. Cluster 4: Communication

• INTS 1240 Fundamentals of Professional
Communication
• SLWK 1114 Introduction to Social Work Tier 2
• SLWK 2215 Social Work Assessment and As you progress through your degree you will
Documentation choose from a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you
• INST 1101 Introduction to Indigenous will take a total of three courses:
• General Education Cluster 4, Foundation • one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters
(2, 3, or 4)
• SLWK 1187 Social Welfare Policies and
Issues
• SLWK 2216 Counselling Skills Tier 3
• SLWK 2224 Indigenous Knowledges and
Practices in Social Work You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three
• General Education Cluster 1, Foundation courses must be from at least two different clusters.
• General Education Cluster 2, Foundation
You could take:
General Education courses • three Tier 3 courses, each from a different

What are General Education courses? • two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one
will include General Education, a collection of courses It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
in a range of subjects that will complement studies in ensure that the courses you select meet the program
your chosen field. and graduation requirements as outlined in the
information above.

As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen
Ed foundation courses. Choose one from each
Pay tab.
cluster.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you Please visit this page for more information about
on using mymru, our degree audit system mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.
for your courses.
Your advisor
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View New Student Registration
best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising
your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' information and is eager to begin working with you on
tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section. your Mount Royal experience. Before you can
register for courses, you will need to attend an
• Register Online advising session and pay your $425 non-refundable
• Find out when you can register tuition deposit.
Please contact your advisor, Gina Adams, by
• Transfer Credit
email at gadams@mtroyal.ca for information about
• Course prerequisite requirements program planning, course selection, and registration.
You can also read through your Welcome

Tracking your degree progress Guide which contains great information about
transitioning to MRU and the support services that are
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising available.
completed and those that are still needed for First-Year Advising Guide -
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you Embalmer Certificate
• Certificate overview
You will log in to mruGradU8 through • International
your mymru.ca account, under the 'My Program' tab. • Registering for
students
When you click on the icon or follow the link, your courses
• Your advisor
audit will open. • Track your progress

please click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the Welcome to the Embalmer
Certificate at Mount Royal
sections:
University!
• Core and/or Major Requirements Congratulations on your admission to the Embalmer
• General Education (GNED) Requirements Certificate. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be
• Electives able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
career opportunities. The information in this guide is a
useful resource as you learn about your Mount Royal
Each semester, information about your course program. See below to help you plan your first year in
the program.
complete. This will be a great tool for you and your Certificate Overview
The Embalmer Certificate integrates core online
program.
courses and experiential learning through a
supervised practicum and work experience. This
International students
program prepares you to be licensed as an embalmer.
The certificate consists of 10 courses that are International students completing the program while
completed through part-time studies. If you wish to residing outside of Canada may not be required to
complete the certificate in one year, we recommend obtain a Study Permit.
that you follow the sequence outlined in the Program
Planning Guide.
Your advisor
Embalming Practicum (XFDC 20023) and Restorative
Art II (XFDC 20010) courses are scheduled in The Embalmer certificate has a dedicated
Calgary. Students residing outside of the Calgary area administration team that is here to support you during
will complete these courses during an Intensive your time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your
Institute. Visit the Plan Your Studies page for more advisor at fde@mtroyal.ca with questions about your
details. course selection and program path.

Registering for courses Funeral Director Certificate
ensure that the courses you select meet the program • International
• Registering for
and graduation requirements as outlined in the students
courses
Program Planning Guide. You will register for courses • Your advisor
using the registration system found in mymru.ca, • Track your progress
Register & Pay tab.
To get started, please visit the Plan Your Studies Welcome to the Funeral
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• Step-by-step registration instructions with the
Course Registration Tutorial
Congratulations on your admission to the Funeral
• Information about textbooks, orientation,
Director Certificate. As a student at Mount Royal, you
preparing for your first week, and more.
will be able to open doors to a wide range of learning
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists
and career opportunities. The information in this guide
and more, visit the Registration Resource Website.
is a useful resource as you learn about your Mount
Royal program. See below to help you plan your first
Track your progress year in the program.
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising Certificate Overview

The Funeral Director Certificate integrates online
courses and experiential learning through supervised
graduation. As you move through your certificate,
work experience. This program prepares you to be
licensed as a funeral director.
The certificate consists of 12 courses that are
completed through part-time studies. If you wish to
account, under the 'My Program' tab (at the bottom of
complete the certificate in one year, we recommend
the page). Please visit this page for more information
that you follow the sequence outlined in the Program
about mruGradU8, including frequently asked
questions.
Planning Guide. Visit the Plan your Studies page for The Funeral Director Certificate has a dedicated
more details. administration team that is here to support you during
your time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your
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ensure that the courses you select meet the program First-Year Advising Guide -
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Funeral Service Diploma
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• International
To get started with your course selection, please visit
• Registering for
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courses
the Plan your Studies page for information like: • Your advisor
• Track your progress
• Your Program Planning Guide
Welcome to the Funeral
preparing for your first week, and more. Service Diploma at Mount
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists
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Track your progress Congratulations on your admission to the Funeral
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will be able to open doors to a wide range of learning
is a useful resource as you learn about your Mount
academic history, identifying requirements you have
completed, and those requirements that are still
year in the program.
needed for graduation. As you move through your
certificate, mruGradU8 will become a great planning
tool for you to measure your progress. Diploma overview
The Funeral Service Diploma integrates core online
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courses, experiential learning through a supervised
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International students who complete the program
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while residing outside of Canada may not be required
Art II (XFDC 20010 ) courses are scheduled in
to obtain a Study Permit.
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will complete these courses during an Intensive
Your advisor Institute. Visit the Plan Your Studies page for more
details.
Registering for courses First-Year Advising Guide -
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Welcome to the Massage
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settings.
The diploma consists of 34 required courses. If you
wish to complete the diploma in two years, we
International students who complete the program
recommend that you follow the sequence outlined in
while residing outside of Canada may not be required
the Program Planning Guide. Visit the Plan your
to obtain a Study Permit.
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The Funeral Service Drogram has a dedicated
administration team that is here to support you during
your time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your
advisor at fde@mtroyal.ca with questions about your
Program Planning Guide. You will register for courses
course selection and program path.
using the registration system found in mymru.ca, your diploma, mruGradU8 will become a great
Register & Pay tab. planning tool for you to measure your progress.
To get started, please visit the Plan your Studies page You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
for information like: account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this
• Your Program Planning Guide including frequently asked questions.
Your advisor
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists The Massage Therapy Diploma has a dedicated
and more, visit the Registration Resource Website. administration team that is here to support you during
your time at Mount Royal. You may connect with your
advisor at massage@mtroyal.ca with questions about
First-year courses your course selection or program path.
Year One, Semester 1

• XPFT 20001 - Human Anatomy Open Studies
• XMAT 25001 - Medical Terminology
• Plan for a future
program • Registering for
• XMAT 25003 - Fundamentals of Charting
• Competitive courses
• XMAT 25004 - Fundamentals of Massage
Admission • Loan application
• Choosing credit information
• XMAT 25006 - Massage Techniques I classes • Academic
• Your academic Advising
year at a glance
• XMAT 25007 - Outreach I
• XMAT 25008 - Pathology I
• XMAT 25009 - Therapeutic Exercise I Welcome to Open Studies at
• XMAT 25010 - Massage Techniques II
• XMAT 25011 - Orthopedic Assessment I
• XMAT 25012 - Practicum I
Year One, Semester 3 Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal
University! In your year of Open Studies, you will be
• XMAT 25013 - Regional Anatomy able to work with your Academic Advisor on a plan for
• XMAT 25014 - Regional Anatomy Lab admission to your intended program. It is important
• XMAT 25015 - Fundamentals of Research that you understand your academic plan and notify
your advisor if your plans change throughout the year.
Planning for a future program

Track your progress
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising involves meeting the admission requirements as well
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your as presenting a competitive average for admission to
academic history, identifying requirements you that program
completed, and identifying those requirements that
are still needed for graduation. As you move through Meet Admission Requirements
• Every MRU program has a list of specific Admission Categories
courses that are required for admission to
that program. These requirements can be by Sept.1, or more 3-
found on each program's individual home 2024, and does credit courses
page under Admission Requirements & not meet the by June 30,
Costs. high school 2024.
• If you are missing an admission requirement applicant
you will have until June 30, 2024, to criteria.
complete it.
• You must present a competitive average for Competitive Average Calculation

admission to most programs at Mount Royal
University. Post-
High School Mature
• Please see the chart below to see what Secondary
admission category you qualify for based on
the number of post-secondary courses you Competitive Competitive Competitive
have completed, or plan to complete in the average will be average will be GPA will be
next academic year. based on your based on your based on the
Apply for your New Program top two "Group top two "Group four most
A" High School A" High School recently
To be eligible for a new program for Fall 2024 at subjects (or subjects (or completed and
Mount Royal, it is recommended that you apply equivalents) equivalents) transferable 3-
during early admission (October 1 - February 1). completed completed credit courses
Some programs at Mount Royal have application by Dec. 31, by Dec. 31, by Dec. 31,
deadlines for February 1, so please ensure that 2023. 2023. 2023.
you are aware of any specific application
deadlines that might be in place.
Choosing credit classes

Competitive Admission
• You can take a maximum of 30 credits
Mount Royal uses several different applicant
(generally 10 courses) in Open Studies.
categories for admission evaluation. The applicant
Credit classes are University level courses.
category you fall into will depend on the number of
Upgrading classes are non-credit and do not
post-secondary credit-level you have completed within
count toward the 30 credit maximum. Using
a specific time from. The table below explains how the
your 30 credits wisely involves purposeful
applicant category and competitive averages are
planning to increase your chances of future
calculated.
admission to a program.
• Every degree at Mount Royal includes
General Education (Gen Ed) courses. Open
Studies students will be able to find courses
Post-
High School Mature from the list of Tier 2 General Education
Secondary
courses, and may be able to find foundation
General Education courses (if not restricted).
Completes seven Completes four
Completes seven • Undergraduate studies UGST 1001, UGST
or fewer credit or more credit
or fewer credit 1002, UGST 1003, and UGST 1004 are
courses by June courses by Dec.
courses by June courses designed to make you a better
30, 31,
30, university student and can be used as an
2024 (including 2023 (including
2024 (including elective towards most programs.
transfer credit), is transfer
transfer credit).
21 years of age credit) AND • For course descriptions, please follow this
or older Completes eight link to the online Academic Calendar.
• Courses from your intended major can Registering for courses
sometimes be difficult to get into, but if you
can, go ahead! Have a look at the advising
guide for the program you intend to take next
year for a list of first-year classes in that
major. Most first-year courses can be found
information above.
in Tier 2 General Education, Open Studies
students should focus on choosing courses
from this area.
Your academic year at a glance registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
Pay tab.
The information below provides possible pathways for Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
students to plan their year in Open Studies. No
on using MyMRU, our degree audit system
matter which applicant category you may fall into, we (mruGradU8), and how to register for your courses.
recommend that you consider Undergraduate Studies
courses (UGST 1001, UGST 1002) as possible We also have an online tool to help you plan your
course options for this year. courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
High School & Mature Applicant Admission Plan best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
your mymru.ca account under the Register &
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• Upgrade two strongest Group A subjects to
• Register Online
create your strongest competitive
average. View Academic Upgrading courses • Find out when you can register
here. • Registration Assistance
• Transfer Credit
• May add credit-level courses (General • Course prerequisite requirements
Education courses are suggested) (would
need 9 credits to be full-time)
Loan application information
Winter & Spring semesters
To be a full-time student, you must take three 3-credit
• Complete outstanding high school admission courses in a semester (9 credits per semester
requirements qualifies as full-time).
• Continue completing additional credit-level
courses as desired (would need 9 credits to Apply through Student Aid Alberta. Student loan
be full-time) applications will open in June. Visit the Financing
Your Education page for more information about
Post-Secondary Applicant Admission Plan financing your education.
Fall semester
Academic Advising
• Complete four credit-level courses, focusing
on courses in your strongest subject areas We are looking forward to working with you
Winter & Spring semesters throughout your Open Studies year! Advising
appointments are limited to 30 minutes and will not
• Complete an additional four credit-level normally cover how to use the registration
courses system. Please review the information above
• Complete any outstanding admission regarding how to use the registration system. You are
requirements strongly advised to register for courses before
meeting with an advisor. If there are changes to be
made, your advisor will discuss them with you.
We are always available to answer your questions by
email at advising@mtroyal.ca. Please ensure you are
using your @mtroyal.ca email address and always
include your MRU ID number and intended It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
program(s). You are encouraged to look at the ensure that the courses you select meet the program
Academic Advising Guides for your desired program and graduation requirements as outlined in the
for possible course suggestions. These guides include Program Planning Guide. You will register for courses
a list of courses that a first-year student in the using the registration system found in mymru.ca,
program would take. Register & Pay tab.
You can also read through your Welcome Guide To get started, please visit the Plan Your Studies
which contains great information about transitioning to page for more information like:
First-Year Advising Guide - Course Registration Tutorial
Personal Fitness Trainer preparing for your first week, and more.
Diploma For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists
and more, visit the Registration Resource Website.
• Diploma
overview • Track your progress
Track your progress
• Registering • Your advisor
for courses mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising
Welcome to the Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma
at Mount Royal University!
needed for graduation. As you move through your
diploma, mruGradU8 will become a great planning
Congratulations on your admission to the Personal tool for you to measure your progress.
Fitness Trainer Diploma. As a student at Mount Royal,
you will be able to open doors to a wide range of You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
learning and career opportunities. The information in account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this
this guide is a useful resource as you learn about your page for more information about mruGradU8,
Mount Royal program. See below to help you plan including frequently asked questions.
your first year in the program.
Your advisor
Diploma overview
The Personal Fitness Trainer Drogram has a
The Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma is designed to dedicated administration team that is here to support
respond to the competitive demands for well-trained you during your time at Mount Royal. You can
and knowledgeable personal fitness trainers. This connect with your advisor at pft@mtroyal.ca with
1060-hour program is completed through a questions about your course selection or program
combination of lecture, blended, and online courses. It path.
integrates theory and experiential learning within
supervised settings.
The diploma consists of 22 required courses and can
be completed in a minimum of two years to a Post Bachelor's Certificates
maximum of six years. For sample schedules visit the
Plan Your Studies page.
Business Administration
• Course take courses not in the program to meet the full-time
• Tracking your student threshold. Prerequisites must be followed for
selection
program progress all courses in the certificates. The certificates can
• Registering for
• Your advisor rarely be completed in one year, and the timeline will
courses
depend on the articulation of previously completed
Mount Royal Business Administration certificates are
coursework. If a student has questions about the visa
designed for people who have a foundation credential
letters provided, they are encouraged to speak
and who wish to specialize in a new area. Each directly to the Admissions department.
certificate is eight courses - some courses are
required, and some are chosen from a list of approved
options. In most instances, students pursue the Course selection
certificates on a part-time basis while working.
The curriculum for each of the certificates is outlined
Prerequisites and transfer equivalencies
below. Find more detailed course descriptions,
Students must demonstrate that the proper
including prerequisites, in the Mount Royal Academic
prerequisites are in place before moving on to more
Calendar under 'courses'. Admission to a certificate
senior coursework. If you think you have met a
does not guarantee course availability. It is always
prerequisite based on previously completed course
best to register early, as courses fill quickly.
work, you need to ensure your prior courses have
been given the specific transfer equivalency stated as
a prerequisite. Check your transfer equivalencies on
mruGradU8 to see how your previous coursework has
been articulated to the Post-Bachelor's Business Advanced Accounting
Administration Certificate. If your prior coursework
is currently recognized as unspecified credit (e.g., The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration
UNSP 2XXX or ACCT 2XXX), you will not be able Certificate - Advanced Accounting is designed for
to take the higher-level course. You need to submit individuals with previous work experience who wish to
your course outline(s) (not just the course increase their business knowledge or who are seeking
description), following the process and deadlines a career change. The certificate provides theoretical
outlined here. This can be a lengthy process, so and practical insight into the field of accounting so you
students are encouraged to submit their requests can gain a current and employer-valued background.
early.
The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration
Attending full-time Certificate - Advanced Accounting is intended to
If you intend to be a full-time student, please review supplement your present career or allow you to
your equivalencies and prerequisites to ensure you change careers into or within the accounting
have enough courses to choose from to attend full- profession. It also serves as a bridging program for
time. To be a full-time student you must be in at least degree holders who need to complete prerequisite
three courses (nine credits) to a maximum of five courses for entry into the Chartered Professional
courses (15 credits). As higher-level courses require Accounting (CPA) designation program. Please note
prerequisite courses, you need to ensure you have that the curriculum of our Advanced Accounting
the prerequisite courses as you plan your semesters. Certificate program will not include all of the
Please note that if you are required to be a full-time prerequisite coursework required for admission to the
student, you may need to register in courses that are CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP)
not part of your program. The certificates can rarely program. There are some courses that have
be completed in one year, due to the laddering of program restrictions or prerequisites that you will
course prerequisites. Additionally, not all courses not be able to have waived and would need to be
are offered each semester, and many courses are completed in addition to those required for your
not offered in the optional spring semester. You certificate. Students intending to pursue the CPA
may register for both the fall and winter semesters at PEP post-graduation need to make themselves aware
this time. Spring 2023 registration will begin in March of the CPA student academic achievement
2023. requirements for prerequisite learning for entrance
into the CPA PEP program. These academic
International students who are required to be full- requirements can be found by visiting the CPA Alberta
time to meet the conditions of their visas may need to website.
The diagram below shows the typical course The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration
sequence taking into account the need to meet Certificate - Human Resources is designed for
prerequisites: individuals who wish to increase their business
knowledge or who are seeking a career change. You
Required for Admission will take a core group of courses providing a general
business background and can then take a variety of
• ACCT 2121 Financial Accounting Concepts options to suit your interests and needs. The
Students applying for admission to the Advanced certificate will give you both theoretical and practical
Accounting Certificate are required to have insight into the field of human resources and you will
successfully completed ACCT 2121. Because of the gain a current and employer-valued background.
sequential (prerequisite) nature of accounting
courses, the time required to complete the Post- Important Chartered Professional in Human
Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate - Resources (CPHR) Designation Information
Advanced Accounting is typically three to four
fall/winter semesters (18 months to two years). Most The Human Resources Post-Bachelor's Business
ACCT courses are not offered in the spring Administration certificate is intended to supplement
semester. your present career or allow you to change careers
into or within the human resources profession. It also
Semester 1 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.) serves as a bridging program for degree holders who
need to complete prerequisite courses for entry into
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting the CPHR designation program. Please note that the
I (contact Advising for a prerequisite waiver curriculum of our Human Resources Post-
of ACCT 3220 - Financial Accounting Bachelor's Business Administration certificate
Practices) program will not include all of the prerequisite
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting coursework required for the CPHR "Coursework
I (prerequisite ACCT 2121 - Financial Path" to becoming a CPHR and there are some
Accounting Concepts) courses that have program restrictions or
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and prerequisites that you will not be able to have
Corporate Income Tax (contact Advising for waived and that would be in addition to those
a prerequisite waiver of ACCT 3220 - required for the certificate. Students intending to
Financial Accounting Practices) pursue the CPHR designation post-graduation need
Semester 2 -- Winter (Jan. - Apr.) to make themselves aware of the academic
requirements in the pathways to the designation.
• ACCT 3228 - Management Accounting These academic requirements, and other ways to
II (prerequisite ACCT 3224 - Management pursue them, can be found by visiting the CPHR
Accounting I Alberta website.
• ACCT 4222 - Intermediate Accounting
II (prerequisite ACCT 3221 - Intermediate The diagram below shows the typical course
Accounting I) sequence taking into account the need to meet
Semester 3 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.) prerequisites. Because of the sequential (prerequisite)
nature of the courses required for the certificate, the
• ACCT 4225 - Principles of time required to complete the Post-Bachelor's
Auditing (prerequisite ACCT 4222 - Business Administration Certificate - Human
Intermediate Accounting II) Resources is typically three fall/winter semesters (20
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial months). Most HRES courses are not offered in the
Accounting (prerequisite ACCT 4222 - Spring semester.
Intermediate Accounting II)
Semester 1 - Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
• ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial
Accounting (prerequisites ACCT 3228 -
Management Accounting II)
Resources
Human Resources Practices
Semester 2 - Winter (Jan. - Apr.) • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
• Approved Option #1 (depending on
• HRES 3278 - Employee prerequisite)
Relations (prerequisite HRES 2170 -
Introduction to Human Resources)
prerequisite)
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational Semester 2 -- Winter (Jan. - Apr.)
Behaviour (prerequisite MGMT 2130 -
Management Principles and Practices) • MKTG 3150 - The Science of
• Approved Option #1 (prerequisite HRES Persuasion (prerequisite MKTG 2150 -
2170 - Introduction to Human Resources) Introduction to Marketing)
Semester 3 - Fall (Sept. - Dec.) • MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based
Marketing (prerequisite MKTG 2150 -
• Approved Option #2 (prerequisite HRES Introduction to Marketing)
2170 - Introduction to Human Resources)
• Approved Option #3 (prerequisite HRES prerequisite)
2170 - Introduction to Human Resources) Semester 3 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
• Choose from the following list of Approved
Options: • Approved Option #4
o HRES 3274 - Recruitment & • Approved Option #5
Selection Choose from the following list of Approved Options:
o HRES 3275 - Compensation &
Benefits • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
o HRES 3277 - Organizational Entrepreneurial Experience
Learning and Development • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
o HRES 4407 - Transition Practice
Management (prerequisite MGMT
3276 - Organizational Behaviour)
Relationships
Marketing • MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of
Branding
The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration • MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
Certificate - Marketing is designed for individuals who
wish to increase their business knowledge or who are
• MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy
seeking a career change. You will take a core group
Students wishing to focus on marketing creativity as
of courses providing a general business background
part of their certificate are advised to take:
and can then take a variety of options to suit your
interests and needs. The certificate will give you both
theoretical and practical insight into the field of
marketing and management, you will gain a current • MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of
and employer-valued background. Branding
The diagram below shows the typical course Students wishing to focus on strategic marketing as
sequence taking into account the need to meet part of their certificate are advised to take:
prerequisites. Because of the sequential (prerequisite)
nature of the courses required for the certificate, the • MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing
time required to complete the Post Bachelor's Relationships
Business Administration Certificate - Marketing is • MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
typically three fall/winter semesters (20 months). Most • MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy
MKTG courses are not offered in the Spring
semester.
Semester 1 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and taking will meet graduation requirements for your
ensure that the courses you select meet the program program.
and graduation requirements as outlined in the MRU
Academic Calendar and summarized above. Please visit this page for more information about
Your advisor
Pay tab. Contact your advisors Heather Ansari or Carmen
O'Callaghan via email at
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide businessadvising@mtroyal.ca.
you on using mymru, our degree audit system
(mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to
register for your courses. First-Year Advising Guide -
We also have an online tool to help you plan your Social Work Diploma
schedule options and create a timetable that
• Diploma
works best for you. Access My Schedule Builder
through your mymru.ca account under the
'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder'
section.
• Register online Education • Your advisor
courses
• Registration Assistance Welcome to the Social Work Diploma at Mount Royal
University!
• Transfer Credit
• Course prerequisite requirements Congratulations on your admission to the Social Work
Diploma! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be
Tracking your program progress able to open doors to a wide range of learning and
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising If you are eager to register in your courses, below are
tool designed to assist you in reviewing your the recommended first-year courses. You will not be
academic history, identifying requirements you able to register for courses until you have met
completed and those that are still needed for with your Academic Advisor. The information in this
graduation. As you move through your degree, guide is a useful resource as you learn about your
mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you Mount Royal program.
You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca Diploma overview

Each diploma has an area of
Major - 15
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, focus which will be covered in
courses
please click the 'Process' tab located beside the 'in- these courses
progress classes' checkbox of the audit every time
that you login to mruGradU8.
General
from four clusters:
Each semester, information about your course Education - 5
registration will be added to your audit so you can see courses
literacy,
• values, beliefs and
Tier 2 or Tier 3
identity,
• community and society, • Cluster 2: One course from Foundation or
Tier 2 or Tier 3
and
• communication
Tier 2 or Tier 3
First-year courses AND one from Tier 2 or Tier 3
All core courses must be taken in the sequence Registering for courses
shown. For information on how to choose your
General Education courses, please see your advisor. It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
information above.
Communication Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
• SLWK 1114 - Introduction to Social Work courses of interest and to check that you meet
History, Philosophy and Theory prerequisites. You will register for courses using the
• SLWK 2215 - Social Work Assessment and registration system found in mymru.ca, Register &
Documentation Pay tab.
Practices in Social Work Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
for your courses.
• SLWK 1187 - Social Welfare Policies and
Issues
• SLWK 2216 - Counselling Skills schedule options and create a timetable that works
• SLWK 1287 - Social Work Practicum I (3 best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through
days/week) your mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay'
• PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development tab, in the 'My Schedule Builder' section.
• General Education Cluster 4,
Foundation (GNED 1401 recommended) • Register online
• Registration assistance
General Education
• Transfer Credit
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in Tracking your progress
your chosen field.
As part of your diploma, you are required to take five mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for you
General Education courses. to measure your progress.
You must take: You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
account, under the 'My Program' tab (at the bottom of
the page). When you click on the icon or follow the • Choosing credit • Academic
link, your audit will open. classes Advising
• Your academic
year at a glance
The information in your audit is separated into three Welcome to University

sections:
Entrance Option at Mount
• Core program and/or Major Requirements Royal University!
• Electives
Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this University! In your year of University Entrance Option,
will be added to the bottom of your audit. you will be able to work with your Academic Advisor
on a plan for admission to your intended program. It is
Each semester, information about your course important that you understand your academic plan
registration will be added to your audit so you can see and notify your advisor if your plans change
which courses you register in and which ones you throughout the year.
advisor to use to ensure that the courses you are You will not be able to register in courses until
taking will meet graduation requirements for your you have connected with Academic Advising
program. Services.
Visit this page for more information about mruGradU8

including frequently asked questions. Planning for a future program
Your advisor involves meeting the admission requirements as well
as presenting a competitive average for admission to
New Student Registration that program
Your academic advisor, Gina Adams, has carefully Meet Admission Requirements
prepared the information in this guide to help you with
the information you need to register for classes. The • Every MRU program has a list of specific
Social Work department reserves enough seats in the courses that are required for admission to
core social work classes for all admitted that program. These requirements can be
students. You may contact Gina by email at found on each program's individual home
gadams@mtroyal.ca. page under Admission Requirements &
Costs.
• If you are missing an admission requirement
you will have until June 30, 2023, to
complete it. We recommend completing
upgrading courses for admission in the
First-Year Advising Guide - Winter semester.
• You must have a minimum of four credit
courses completed by December 31.
•
• Registering for Your competitive average will be based on
program
courses the four most recently completed and
• Choosing transferable 3-credit courses by December
• Loan application
courses 31, 2023, for Fall 2024 admission.
information
strategically
Students who do not earn admission based on four
Your academic year at a glance
most recently completed 3-credit courses by
December 31, 2023, may be re-evaluated based on
the four most recently completed 3-credit courses by Fall 2023 courses Winter 2024 courses
April 30, 2024. Some programs are exempt from this
second evaluation. • Upgrading to
Choose four courses from meet
Apply for your New Program the following: admission
requirements
To be eligible for a new program for Fall 2023 at
(if required)
Mount Royal, you must apply during early
admission (October 1 - February 1) and have • GNED Foundation
completed at least four credit courses by April 30, courses (up to 4):
2023. o only one of
cluster 1
foundation
Choosing courses strategically courses:
GNED
• You can take a maximum of 30 credits 1101, or
(generally 10 courses) in University Entrance GNED
Option. Credit classes are University level 1103
courses. Upgrading classes are non-credit o only one of
and do not count toward the 30 credit cluster 2
maximum. Using your 30 credits wisely foundation
involves purposeful planning to increase your courses:
chances of future admission to a program. GNED
• If you are missing admission requirements, 1201,
register in these upgrading courses in your GNED • Remaining
1202, or foundation
Winter and/or Spring semesters.
GNED GNED
• Upgrading classes are non-credit and can be
1203 courses
taken in addition to any credit courses.
o only one of • GNED Tier 2
cluster 3 courses
Choosing your classes foundation
courses:
Every degree at Mount Royal includes General GNED
Education (Gen Ed) courses. It is recommended that 1301,
UEO students take 1-3 foundation General Education GNED
1303, or
courses in their first semester. Students are also
encouraged to take an Undergraduate studies course GNED
in their first semester. Undergraduate studies UGST 1304
1001, UGST 1002 are courses designed to make you o only one of
a better university student and can be used as an cluster 4
elective towards most programs. foundation
courses:
In the winter semester, students will be advised to GNED
take upgrading as needed. Additionally, students may 1401, or
also be advised to select additional courses that will GNED
count towards their intended program, such as from 1404
remaining foundation General Education courses, Tier • Undergraduate
2 General Education courses, electives, or core Studies courses
courses (if available). For course descriptions, please (used as electives) • Electives
follow this link to the online Academic Calendar. o UGST
1001,
UGST semester (9 credits per semester qualifies as a full
1002, time
UGST
1003, Important tip: select University Transfer under
UGST Program Name, in order to select the correct program
1004 for University Entrance Option.
• Core courses Student loan applications will open in June.

from your
• Other electives intended Please visit the Financing Your Education page for
program, if more information about financing your education.
possible.
Academic Advising
University Entrance Option students must connect
with Academic Advising Services prior to registering Please consider attending our New Student
for courses. Registration event for advanced access to
registration.
ensure that the courses you select meet the program Your advisors have carefully prepared your advising
and graduation requirements as outlined in the information and are eager to begin working with you
information above. on your Mount Royal experience. After reading
through this information carefully, please contact the
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible advising office by emailing advising@mtroyal.ca to
courses of interest and to check that you meet receive your personalized advising information. You
prerequisites. You will register for courses using the must include your Name, ID number and intended
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & program(s).
Pay tab.
To help you prepare for advising, please take a look
Before registering in courses, please visit the Tutorials at the program advising guide for your desired
page for useful videos to guide you on using MyMRU, program. These guides include a list of courses that a
our degree audit system (mruGradU8), and how to first-year student in the program would take.
register for your courses.
We also have an online tool to help you plan your which contains great information about transitioning to
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View MRU and the support services that are available. For
schedule options and create a timetable that works any questions you may have, please email us
best for you. Access My Schedule Builder through at advising@mtroyal.ca
your mymru.ca account under the Register &
Pay tab, in the'My Schedule Builder section.
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permit: • Supply Chain Management, BBA (Honours)

Bachelor of Arts
• Child and Youth Care Counsellor, BCST
• Anthropology, BA • Early Learning and Child Care, BCST
• Anthropology, BA (Honours)
• English, BA
• English, BA (Honours)
Bachelor of Communication
• History, BA
• History, BA (Honours) • Broadcast Media Studies, BCMM
• Policy Studies, BA • Information Design, BCMM
• Policy Studies, BA (Honours) • Journalism and Digital Media, BCMM
• Psychology, BA • Public Relations, BCMM
• Psychology, BA (Honours)
• Sociology, BA Bachelor of Education
• Sociology, BA (Honours)
• Education - Elementary, B.Ed.

Bachelor of Arts-Criminal
Justice Bachelor of Health and
Physical Education
• Criminal Justice, BA-CJ
• Criminal Justice, BA-CJ (Honours)
• Athletic Therapy, BHPE
• Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership, BHPE
Bachelor of Interior Design • Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership, BHPE
(Honours)
• Interior Design, BID • Physical Literacy, BHPE
• Physical Literacy, BHPE (Honours)
• Sport and Recreation Management, BHPE
Bachelor of Business • Sport and Recreation Management, BHPE
Administration (Honours)
• Accounting, BBA Bachelor of Midwifery

• Accounting, BBA (Honours)
• Finance, BBA • Midwifery, B.Mid.
• Finance, BBA (Honours)
•
•
General Management, BBA (Honours)
Bachelor of Nursing
• Human Resources, BBA
• Human Resources, BBA (Honours) • Nursing, BN
• International Business, BBA
• International Business, BBA (Honours) Bachelor of Computer
• Marketing, BBA
• Marketing, BBA (Honours) Information Systems
• Supply Chain Management, BBA
• Computer Information Systems, BCIS • Academic Upgrading
• Indigenous University Bridging Program
•
Bachelor of Science Language Education for Academic Purposes
(LEAP)
• Open Studies
• Biology, B.Sc. • University Entrance Option
• Biology, B.Sc. (Honours)
• Chemistry, B.Sc.
• Computer Science, B.Sc.
Full-time English Language
• Environmental Science, B.Sc. Program
• General Science, B.Sc.
• Geology, B.Sc.
• Foundational English
• Academic English
Diploma
Conservatory
• Funeral Service, Diploma
• Massage Therapy, Diploma
• Advanced Performance
• Personal Fitness Trainer, Diploma
• Social Work, Diploma
Certificate
• Bridge to Canadian Nursing, Certificate,
BCN
• Embalmer, Certificate
• Funeral Director, Certificate
Post Bachelor's Certificate

• Advanced Accounting, Post Bachelor's
Certificate
• Athletic Therapy, Post Bachelor's Certificate
• Human Resources, Post Bachelor's
Certificate
• Marketing, Post Bachelor's Certificate

• Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing,
Alternative Entrance
Options
•
Minors •
Information Design
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• International Business
Students planning to complete a minor should check with • International Business and Economics
an Advisor early in their studies so that they can ensure that
• Law and Governance
they meet all requirements before graduation. Most courses
at the 3000- and 4000-level have prerequisites, so students • Linguistics
should consider those prerequisites when selecting their • Marketing
1000- and 2000-level courses. • Mathematics
• Mathematics for Elementary Education
Students must declare their intention to complete a minor. • Medicinal Chemistry
The form is available at the Office of the Registrar or
• Outdoor Leadership
online.
• Peace and Conflict Studies
• Accounting • Philosophy
• Ancient and Medieval Studies • Physical Literacy for Education
• Anthropology • Physics
• Art History • Political Science
• Astronomy • Psychology
• Biology • Public Relations
• Business • Religious Studies
• Business and Society • Social Innovation
• Business of Sport and Recreation • Social Studies
• Canadian Studies • Sociology
• Chemistry • Spanish
• Communication Studies • Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
• Computer Information Systems • Speech
• Creative Industries Management, Minor • Supply Chain Management
• Creative Writing • Women's & Gender Studies
• Data Analytics
• Data Science
• Digital Media
• Economics
• Elementary School Health and Physical
Education, Minor
• English
• Environmental Humanities
• Film Studies
• Finance
• Finance and Economics
• Financial Services
• French
• General Science for Elementary Education
• Geography
• Geoscience
• History
• Humanities
• Human Resources
• Indigenous Studies
Accounting, Minor Ancient and Medieval Studies,
The Minor in Accounting provides graduates with the
Minor
accounting knowledge and skills to complement their major
area of interest. Ancient and Medieval Studies involves a multi-disciplinary
examination of the culture, history, literature, philosophy,
The Accounting Minor focuses on developing an art, drama, science, mathematics, politics, and religion
understanding of the accounting process and prepares during the roughly 6500 year period spanning from around
students for entry-level accounting positions. The 5000 BCE to 1500 CE. That last date is traditionally
Accounting Minor is open to students outside of the thought to close the Medieval period, but in reality, it is an
Bachelor of Business Administration program and arbitrary point-both the Ancient and the Medieval periods
successful completion of the Minor is recorded on the bleed into and exert an important influence on those of the
student's transcript. Renaissance and Early-Modern periods. Students will have
an opportunity to expand their knowledge in these
To complete a Minor in Accounting, students must take six directions.
courses from the following course of study:
Students must complete seven courses from the list
described below.
Required Courses
Required Courses:
• ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I Interdisciplinary; One of:
• GNED 1201 - Aesthetic Experience and
Ideas
• GNED 1202 - Texts and Ideas
• GNED 1203 - Nature and Ideas
Literary; One of:
• ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and • ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the
Corporate Income Tax Restoration
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial • ENGL 3306 - History of the English
Accounting Language
• ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial • ENGL 3323 - Early Medieval Literature
Accounting • ENGL 3324 - Literature in the Age of
• ACCT 4403 - Accounting Theory Chaucer
• ENGL 4410 - Topics in Medieval Literature,
650-1500
Note
Historical; One of:
Students intending to pursue the Chartered Professional
Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program (PEP)
post-graduation need to make themselves aware of the CPA • HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500
student academic achievement requirements for • HIST 2204 - The Medieval World
prerequisite learning for entrance into the PEP program. • HIST 2206 - The History of Ancient Rome
These academic requirements can be found by visiting the • HIST 2238 - Topics in Ancient/Medieval
CPA Alberta website. History
• HIST 3201 - Medieval Crime and
Punishment
• HIST 4733 - Advanced Topics in European • PLSC 2211 - History of Political Thought II
Social and Cultural History *
*This course requires one or more pre-requisites
Notes:
Students must complete no more than three courses at the

Other Perspectives; One of: 1000 level and at least one course at the 3000 level or
higher.
• ANTH 2225 - Ancient Civilizations Students should be aware registration in senior level course
options may require successful completion of specific
• ANTH 2215 - Archaeology of the Levant
courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
• ANTH 2270 - Archaeology of Egypt and the
Nile Valley
• ARTH 1101 - The History of Art: Prehistory Anthropology, Minor
to Renaissance
• CLAS 1111 - The Technical Terms of The field of Anthropology covers all aspects of human life,
Medicine and the Life Sciences across time and space. The goal is a holistic understanding
• GNED 2203 - Mathematics and Human of our varied way of life. You will gain knowledge in areas
Experience such as cultural anthropology, biological anthropology,
• HUMN 1109 - Western Culture I: Before the linguistic anthropology and archaeology, and the
Reformation interconnections among them.
• HUMN 2219 - Ancient Greece
• PHIL 2204 - Medieval Philosophy Students must complete eight Anthropology courses to
achieve a minor in Anthropology:
• PLSC 2210 - History of Political Thought I
Required Courses
Additional Options:
• Three 1000-level Anthropology courses
Three additional courses must be taken from any of those • Two Anthropology courses at the 3000-level or
courses listed above or in combination with the list of higher
courses below. No more than one course from the list • Three additional Anthropology courses, of which
below can be used to satisfy requirements in the minor. only one may be at the 1000-level

Plays
• ENGL 3313 - Shakespeare: The Later Plays
Note
Literature Students should be aware registration in senior level ANTH
courses may require successful completion of specific
• ENGL 4420 - Topics in Early Modern
ANTH courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
Literature, 1450-1700
• HIST 2229 - Europe: The Renaissance to the
French Revolution Art History, Minor
• HIST 3329 - Witch Trials in Early Modern
Societies Art History studies art and visual culture through the
• HIST 3333 - The Renaissance history of civilization. The role of art history is to answer
• HIST 3335 - The Reformation complex questions about the ever changing political,
• HUMN 2221 - Science and Religion in Early religious, social and economic situations in which artistic
Modern Europe production takes place.
Philosophers
Required Courses Two of the following:
• ARTH 1101 - The History of Art: Prehistory • BIOL 2101 - Genetics

to Renaissance • BIOL 2102 - How They Do It: Patterns of
• ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art: Reproduction
Renaissance to the Present • BIOL 2202 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
• ARTH 3315 - Art & Ideas • BIOL 2203 - Human Anatomy
• Four additional ARTH courses at the 2000 level • BIOL 2213 - Principles of Ecology and
or higher Evolution
• BIOL 2309 - Plants and People
Astronomy, Minor
Students pursuing a minor in Astronomy are required to
take four astronomy courses, two physics courses and two • BIOL 3107 - Evolution in Health and Disease
mathematics courses for a total of eight courses. A • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
minimum grade of C+ must be achieved in all Astronomy • BIOL 3201 - Common Ground: Learning
(ASTR) courses comprising the minor. from the Land
• BIOL 3204 - Histology
Required Courses • BIOL 3207 - Human Conception
• BIOL 3208 - The Molecular and Genomic
Revolutions in Biology
• ASTR 1301 - Planetary Astronomy
• ASTR 1303 - Stars, Galaxies, and
• BIOL 3216 - Human Physiology and
Adaptation to Environmental Stress
Cosmology
• ASTR 2107 - Celestial Mechanics and
Relativity
• ASTR 3107 - Physical Cosmology
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II Note
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I A minimum grade of C- is required in the courses
• PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and comprising the minor.
Radiation
Students should be aware registration in senior level course
options may require successful completion of specific
Biology, Minor courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
A minor in Biology provides students with the opportunity Business, Minor

to learn about the science of life. The Biology minor is
composed of two required courses and four options, for a
total of six courses. This minor is not available to students The minor in Business provides a general overview of the
enrolled in Biology, Health Science or Cellular and business environment to students in degree programs
Molecular Biology majors. outside of the Bissett School of Business. Through
exposure to the major functional areas in business, students
will be able to supplement their discipline studies as they
Required Courses: prepare to launch their careers following graduation. This
minor is not available to students enrolled in the BBA.
• BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes Required Courses

• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Required Courses
Resources
Practices
• Plus any three 3000-level or higher course
offered by the Bissett School of Business.*
* Senior level courses may require completion of one or more

Business and Society, Minor
This minor explores the relationship between business and • ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
society at large and how business and society influence one Practice
another. Students will examine the different roles that an • MGMT 3210 - Business Communication
organization can play relating to all of the various Theory and Practice
stakeholders in a constantly changing environment. • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
Required Courses
Enterprise • HPED 3630 - Recreation and Sport Tourism
• INBU 2201 - Cross-Cultural Management • SRMG 2400 - Commercial Recreation
• MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social • SRMG 2440 - Community Development
Responsibility • SRMG 3400 - Facility and Event Planning
• MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management & • SRMG 5400 - Issues in Sport and
Sustainable Development Recreation Management *
• MGMT 4407 - Governance and Ethical
Issues in Organizations *One or more prerequisites may be required outsi
• PHIL 2229 - Business Ethics de of the minor.
Business of Sport and Note

Recreation, Minor • One course must be taken at a 3000 level or
higher.
The minor in Business of Sport and Recreation provides a • Students in the Bachelor of Health and Physical E
general overview of the organization, management and ducation-
leadership of the sport and recreation industry. This will Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership must comple
include a focus on all elements of the industry including te SRMG 2400, SRMG 2440, SRMG
amateur sport, community recreation and professional sport 3400 or SRMG
among others. Students will learn about the unique 5400 for their "Approved Recreation Options". H
elements of this industry and how they can best prepare PED
themselves to be leaders in it. Students completing a 3630 is only available to students outside of Ecot
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - Sport and ourism and Outdoor Leadership.
Recreation Management cannot receive recognition for this
minor.
Canadian Studies, Minor
The minor is composed of four required courses and two
options, for a total of six courses.
Canadian Studies involves an interdisciplinary examination • HIST 2215 - History of the People of the
of the history, culture, society, politics, economy and art of Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
Canada. Canadian Studies spans a diverse number of topics • HIST 2232 - Home, Work and Play
and seeks to understand important issues about Canada and
• HIST 2247 - Canada's Frontier: the History of
Canada's place in the world both past and present. This
the West
minor is of relevance to virtually every program at Mount
• HIST 3304 - Children and Youth in Context
Royal University, particularly so in the areas of business,
history, politics, literature, economics and education. • HIST 3356 - Topics in Canadian History
• HIST 4404 - Topics in Canadian Social
History *
Required courses • HIST 4455 - Canada in the Era of the Cold
War *
• CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian • PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues
Studies • PLSC 2231 - The Canadian State *
• CNST 3730 - Canadian Issues in Context • PLSC 3229 - Alberta and Provincial Politics *
• Six courses from the following list, with at least
one course from each of groups 1, 2, and 3. At • POST 3303 - Federalism * or
least four of these courses must be at the 2000 • PLSC 3303 - Federalism *
level or higher.
Group 1: Artistic and Literary, at least
one of: Group 3: Cultural and Societal, at
least one of:
• ARTH 2205 - Hipsters, Tricksters and
Adventurers
• CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
• ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914 System
*
• ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from Criminal Justice System
1914 *
• CRJS 2004 - Issues and Trends in Canadian
• ENGL 3256 - Canadian Drama * Policing *
• ENGL 3372 - Western Canadian Literature • GEOG 2225 - Regional Geography of
• FILM 3349 - Film in Canada Canada
• LING 2241 - Languages of Canada • HIST 3306 - Racism and Immigration in
• All courses designated FREN* Canada
• HIST 3319 - Conflict and Violence in
Group 2: Historical and Political, at Canadian History
least one of: Settler Colonialism and Indigenous
• CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative and • HIST 3383 - Sin, Vice, and Religion
International Perspective • HIST 4406 - Gender, Sexuality and the Body
• ECON 2255 - Economics of the Public *
Sector • INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous
• HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre- Studies: the Canadian Context
Confederation • INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to • SLGY 2265 - Social Stratification and
Present Inequality *
• HIST 2108 - Gender History in Canada • WGST 2221 - Women and Health
History
*Students should be aware registration in senior- The seven required courses for the Communication
level courses may require successful completion Studies minor will ground students in the core theoretical
of specific prerequisite courses. components of the discipline and the optional courses will
allow students to tailor the minor to suit their
interests. Students will be able to supplement their
Note discipline studies with stronger written, analytic, and verbal
communication skills, as they prepare to launch their
A maximum of four courses at the 1000 level may be careers following graduation. The skills learned are
counted as part of this minor. transferable both personally and professionally. Students
will have the opportunity to make better sense of the world
around them in regards to how they use technology,
Chemistry, Minor communicate with others, and respond to the media and
cultural products they are exposed to daily. This minor is
Chemistry is the central science and has wide applications not available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of
throughout society. Many students want to gain a deeper Communication.
understanding of the molecular processes behind the
machinery of life. Other students enjoy the kinesthetic
learning and the opportunity to get into the laboratory and
Required courses
see how science is practiced in a practical setting. Some
students are interested in the theoretical aspects of • COMM 2500 - Introduction to
chemistry. Specifically, how mathematics and computers Communication Studies
can be used to design the newest materials and • COMM 2501 - Media History and
pharmaceuticals to improve the quality of life for people Contemporary Issues
throughout the world. • COMM 3500 - Media, Culture and
Students who choose a minor in Chemistry will receive a
• COMM 3515 - The Future of the Media
mixture of classroom and practical laboratory instruction.
Students will take General Chemistry, which contains
sections from a number of different subdisciplines. This Optional courses
will be followed by courses in Organic/Inorganic Materials
and Nuclear Chemistry. The minor consists of eight Pick three of the following:
Chemistry courses.
• BMST 3401 - Media and Inclusion
Required Courses • COMM 3501 - Intercultural Communication
• FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of Film
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure • GNED 2402 - Inside Information: Challenges
and Bonding and Controversies in the Information Age
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - • INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry Rhetorics of Dissent and Disinformation
• CHEM 2101 - Organic Chemistry I • JOUR 1700 - Journalism and Society: The
News & You
• JOUR 2503 - War & Media: The Evolution
• CHEM 2401 - Inorganic Chemistry
and Impact of News From the Front Lines
• CHEM 3802 - The Science and Politics of
• PUBR 2830 - Public Relations and the Public
Nuclear Energy
Good
• CHEM 4411 - Organometallic Chemistry and
Catalysis
• SPCH 2007 - Professional Speaking
Communication Studies, Minor
•
Computer Information COMP 3532 - System Administration and
Maintenance
Systems, Minor • COMP 4543 - Project Management and
Quality Assurance
A Minor in Computer Information Systems provides a • COMP 4545 - Information Systems
powerful option to students who wish to pursue a degree in Organization
a non-computer related field of study and be equipped with • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human
a significant understanding of information and computer Resources
technology as they head out into the workplace. The Minor • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
in Computer Information Systems consists of five core Practices
courses and two approved options for a total of seven • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
courses of which at least one must be 3000 level or above.
Creative Industries
Required Courses
Management, Minor
• COMP 2511 - Web I: Client Development
• COMP 2521 - Database I: Data Modeling The Creative Industries Management Minor is structured
and Query Languages around an interdisciplinary collaboration with the School of
• COMP 2541 - Systems Analysis Business and the Faculty of Arts. Students will have the
opportunity to select a combination of interconnected but
flexible courses calculated to develop their visual literacy,
One of: as well as introduce them to the critical and business skills
that will help them discover new career opportunities in the
• COMP 1501 - Programming I: Introduction to growing fields of arts management, film, media and other
Problem Solving and Programming creative enterprises.
Students must complete a minimum of six courses from the
list described below.
Required Courses
One of:
Students must complete the following:
• ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing • ARTH 2207 - Studies in Art, Design and
• INFO 1661 - Technical Communication Visual Culture
Theory and Practice
One of
Two approved options • ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object Practices
Oriented Programming • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
• COMP 2503 - Programming III: Data
Structures
Entrepreneurship, Marketing and
• COMP 2531 - Computer Architecture and
Operating Systems Social Innovation
Society At least two of:
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial Required Courses
Practice
• One Introduction to Creative Writing course from
the list below.
• One Writing Foundation course from the list
• SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation * below.
• One Approved Option from the list below.
The Arts • One course at the 1000-level or higher with a
CRWT prefix.
At least two of: • Two courses at the 2000-level or higher with a
CRWT prefix.
• ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art: • One course at the 3000-level or higher with a
Renaissance to the Present CRWT prefix.
• ARTH 2209 - History of Modern Art from • One course at the 3000-level or higher with a
1850 to 1920 CRWT prefix or from approved options with an
• ARTH 3309 - Modern Architecture ENGL prefix.
Culture One Introduction to Creative Writing:
• ARTH 3317 - Contemporary Art from 1970 to
Today
• CRWT 1117 - Introduction to Writing Poetry
Writing
• FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of Film One Writing Foundation:
• FILM 2270 - American Independent Cinema
• FILM 3701 - Studies in Film • ENGL 1101 - Writing for Academic Success
Notes • GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context:

• Students must complete no more than three
courses at the 1000-level and at least one course
at the 3000-level or higher. One Approved Option:
• Students should be aware of registration in
senior-level course options that may require • ENGL 2205 - Writing about Literature *
successful completion of specific courses at the • ENGL 2207 - Intermediate Writing
1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000- level. • ENGL 2263 - Technical Writing
*This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of
• ENGL 3304 - Advanced Writing: Theory,
the minor.
Pedagogy, Practice
• ENGL 3266 - Editing: Theory and Practice
Creative Writing, Minor • INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
The Minor in Creative Writing offers the opportunity to • ENGL 4801 - Topics in Writing **
develop expertise in writing fiction, poetry, stage plays, • PUBR 1849 - Applied Writing I for Public
screenplays, nonfiction and other forms of imaginative Relations
literature. This cross-disciplinary minor involves a total of
eight courses including at least two at the 3000-level or *This course requires one or more prerequisites
higher. outside of the minor.
**ENGL 4801 may also be used as a CRWT-
prefixed course.
Notes: • one Data Science Option.
There is some flexibility in the Computing, Statistics, and
Options classes in order to allow the minor to work with a
• Students should be aware that registration in range of different degrees.
senior CRWT and ENGL courses may require
successful completion of specific courses at the
1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level. Required Courses
• No more than one Directed Readings course in a
single discipline can be used for graduation Take all 4 of the following courses.
purposes.
and Engineers
Data Analytics, Minor • MATH 2303 - Linear Algebra for Data
Science
Analytics involves the translation of data into meaningful • MATH 2444 - Statistical Data Analysis
and actionable insights. The Minor in Data Analytics • MATH 3454 - Regression and Time Series
provides graduates with knowledge and skills in this Analysis
growing field to complement their degrees and majors.
Through the six required courses, students will learn about
data management, data analysis, the identification of Data Science Options
problems and opportunities that can be understood through
data, and how to translate the results into meaningful Take one of the following courses:
insights.
• BIOL 3401 - Big Questions and Big Data in
Biology
Required Courses
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object
Oriented Programming
• INFO 2650 - Visualizing Information for • DATA 2XXX Data Science II: Programming for
Presentation Data Science
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • MATH 1185 - Calculus with Applications
Business
• MGMT 3265 - Management Information
• MATH 2XXX Mathematics for Data Science
Systems
• MATH 3XXX Multivariate Statistical Analysis
• MGMT 4501 - Advanced Analytics in
Business
Science
• MGMT 4511 - Business Intelligence
• MGMT 5501 - Applied Analytics - Strategy
and Professional Practice Introduction to Programming
Take one of the following courses:

Data Science, Minor
• COMP 1501 - Programming I: Introduction to
The Data Science Minor provides a strong foundation in the Problem Solving and Programming
Mathematics, Statistics, and Computing necessary to work • COMP 1631 - Introduction to Computer
with, and extract meaning from, large data sets. This minor Science I
will complement a range of different Majors and allow • COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem
students to add a Data Science credential to their degree. Solving and Programming
The minor consists of eight courses:
• two Mathematics
• two Computing Introduction to Statistics
• three Statistics
Take one of the following courses:
Choose one:
• MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological • BMST 1402 - Writing for Audio and Video I
Sciences • JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I
Statistics Choose two:
Geology
(If not already taken)
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • BMST 1401 - Audio and Video Production I
Business • BMST 1402 - Writing for Audio and Video I
Introduction to Databases • BMST 1405 - Writing for Audio and Video II
• JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I
Take one of the following courses: • JOUR 1709 - Journalism Foundations II
• JOUR 1727 - Digital Storytelling I
• COMP 2521 - Database I: Data Modeling
and Query Languages
Databases Choose two:
Note • BMST 2401 - Digital News Gathering

• BMST 2402 - Media Marketing and
Advertising
Some courses may require a prerequisite from outside of
the minor. • BMST 2405 - Broadcast Presentation
Writing
Digital Media, Minor • JOUR 2707 - News Reporting I
• JOUR 2709 - News Reporting II
Everyone has a story to tell. This minor will equip • JOUR 2718 - Community-centred Journalism
graduates to tell their stories - or those of their • JOUR 2720 - Digital Visualization
organizations or businesses - through various digital media • JOUR 2727 - Podcasting Workshop
formats including social media, promotional videos, news
• JOUR 2740 - Visual Journalism I
stories, photography and podcasts. The Minor in Digital
Media allows students to choose the types of digital media • JOUR 3747 - Visual Journalism II
practice that most interest them while gaining transferable,
practice-based journalism and broadcast media skills that Choose one:
can enhance success in almost any field of work. The
Minor in Digital Media requires students to complete 6
(If not already taken)
courses. No more than 50% can be at the 1000-level. At
least one must be 3000-level. Careful planning is
encouraged, as some of the courses in the minor have
Writing Place
prerequisites outside the minor.
• JOUR 3747 - Visual Journalism II
This minor is not available to students enrolled in the
Broadcast Media Studies or Journalism and Digital
Media Studies majors.
Economics, Minor
For assistance with navigating the minor, please refer to Economics examines how people, businesses, governments
the Digital Media Minor Advising Guide. and various institutions use their limited resources to gain
the highest satisfaction of their needs, wants and desires. It
identifies opportunities available to us, and the choices and • PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
policies that bring us and our communities the greatest Understanding
satisfaction. Economics is administered through the • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
Department of Economics, Justice and Policy Studies.
• PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and
Development
Required Courses
Optional Courses
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics Choose at least six credits from the following:
Macroeconomics I • HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health
• ECON 3395 - Introduction to Applied • HPED 2810 - Invasion Games
Econometrics • HPED 2830 - Introductory Flexibility and
Relaxation *
• ECON 2211 - Intermediate Economic Theory • HPED 2832 - Functional Gymnastics
- Microeconomics I or • HPED 2852 - Net and Implement Games
• ECON 2244 - Managerial Economics • HPED 2870 - Introductory Backpacking
• Two additional ECON courses at 2000 level or
higher
Techniques
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing
One of the following: • HPED 2875 - Introductory Mountain Biking
• HPED 2880 - Introductory Canoeing
• MATH 1224 - Introduction to Statistics * • HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking
• MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for • HPED 2883 - Recreational Aquatic Games
Business • HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel
• POST 2209 - Methodology and Statistics * • HPED 3740 - Wellness and the Student:
From Community Health to Global Action
*This course may require one or more prerequisites outside of the minor. • HPED 3711 - Field School-B
Elementary School Health and • PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate
Coaching
Physical Education, Minor • PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity
• ETOL - specific courses, which can be used to
Physical Literacy incorporates elements of physical fulfill an activity requirement
activity, and mental and social well-being while fostering
the motivation, and confidence to lead a healthy and active *This course requires one or more prerequisites
life. It is much more than participating in sports and outside of the minor.
physical activity, it's about leading others, and ourselves, to
live an active and healthy lifestyle. This health and physical
education minor will provide Bachelor of Education
English, Minor
students with experiential knowledge and learning to
incorporate physical literacy into the education curriculum. The discipline of English has expanded beyond the
traditional study of literature to include creative writing,
film studies, technical writing and cultural studies. The
Required Courses Minor in English lets you explore the craft and meaning
behind a range of literary and popular texts, analyze how
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: words can shape our ethical, cultural and critical
From Personal Health to Community Action sensibilities, and practice the art of communicating with
elegance and clarity. The minor involves a total of eight Present are highly recommended since they are
courses. foundational to advanced studies in literature.
In addition to these courses, prospective teachers are

Required courses strongly advised to take:
• One Composition course from the list provided • One course in Canadian Literature (ENGL
below 2253, ENGL 2270, ENGL 2271, ENGL
• One Literature course from the list provided 3256, ENGL 3372)
below • One course in Indigenous Literatures (ENGL
• One 1000-level or higher CRWT or ENGL or 2253, ENGL 3353)
FILM • One course in Children's Literature (ENGL
• Three 2000-level or higher ENGL 2141, ENGL 2298, ENGL 2299, ENGL 3397)
• Two 3000-level or higher ENGL
• One course in Pre-1900 Literature and Language
(ENGL 3246, ENGL 3306, ENGL 3312, ENGL
3313, ENGL 3323, ENGL 3324, ENGL
Composition 3330, ENGL 3331, ENGL 3340, ENGL
3341, ENGL 3342, ENGL 3343, ENGL
• ENGL 1101 - Writing for Academic Success 3344, ENGL 3345, ENGL 3350)
Students should be aware that registration in senior
offerings requires successful completion of specific courses
at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level.
Environmental Humanities,
Literature Minor
• ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An The Minor in Environmental Humanities examines the
Introduction to Literature sociopolitical and cultural implications of key findings in
• ENGL 2141 - Literature for Young Children environmental science. Its transdisciplinary framework
• ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and draws from such disciplines as bioethics, environmental
Visionaries history, ecocriticism, and cultural geography. The
Environmental Humanities provides a forum for critical and
creative explorations of ecological, social, and
Film
technological transformation. The minor involves a total of
seven courses, including a maximum of three 1000-level
• ENGL 2294 - Comics as Literature courses and a minimum of one 3000-level or higher course.
• ENGL 2298 - Children's Literature: Folklore,
Fairy Tale, Fantasy
Writing Foundations
• ENGL 2299 - Children's Literature:
Representations of the Real One course in the following:
• ENGL 2301 - Crime and Conspiracy
Literature • GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
Notes: • GNED 1404 - Writing about Images
ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the Restoration and

ENGL 2211 - English Literature from the Restoration to the Eco-Themes & Disciplinary Range
Two of the following: • GEOL 1151 - Introduction to the Petroleum
Industry
• ENGL 4402 - Topics in the Environment, • GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and
Sustainability, and Resilience Earth Resources
• FILM 3370 - Ecocinema • GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life
• GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and • GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
Resource Management Geographic Issues
• GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues • NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current
• GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and Environmental Issues
Earth Resources • NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable
• HIST 3358 - Environmental History and Healthy Societies
• NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current • NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health
Environmental Issues • NTSC 3321 - Environmental and
• NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable Developmental Legacy of Alberta's Oil and
and Healthy Societies Gas Industry
• NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health
Humanities & Social Sciences
• PSYC 3344 - Environmental Psychology
One course from the following:
Earth & Natural Sciences • ANTH 1101 - Introduction to Primatology and

Human Evolution
One course from the following: • ANTH 1103 - Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology
• BIOL 3216 - Human Physiology and • ANTH 1105 - Ancient Peoples and Places
Adaptation to Environmental Stress • ANTH 2111 - Biological Anthropology of
• ENVS 2100 - Introduction to Environmental South Asia
Science • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
• ENVS 3336 - Indigenous & Stakeholder Coast
Consultation in Environmental Management • ANTH 2225 - Ancient Civilizations
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment • ANTH 2270 - Archaeology of Egypt and the
• GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography Nile Valley
• GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment • ANTH 3322 - Human Adaptation
• GEOG 2107 - Weather and Climate • ANTH 3379 - Urban Anthropology
• GEOG 2235 - Regional Geography of Asia • ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism
• GEOG 2337 - Political Geography • HIST 2205 - Health, Disease and Medicine
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography • HIST 3358 - Environmental History
• GEOG 2443 - Tourism and Recreation • HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
Geography Leadership
• GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and • INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based
Resource Management Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
• GEOG 3107 - Conservation Biogeography Perspectives
• GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues • MGMT 4403 - Environmental Management &
• GEOG 3447 - Parks and Protected Areas Sustainable Development
• GEOG 4440 - Sustainable Development • PHIL 2223 - Bio Ethics
Geography • PHIL 2267 - Philosophy of Science
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth • PHIL 2291 - Philosophy and the Environment
• GEOL 1109 - Introduction to Geology • PSYC 3344 - Environmental Psychology
• SLGY 2253 - Urban Sociology
• SLGY 2255 - Environmental Sociology related disciplines that inform the making and appreciation
• SLGY 4203 - Sociology of Food of cinema. The history, art and politics of film - as well as
the dynamics of critical reception from fans to philosophers
• SLGY 4411 - Sociology of Disaster
- are all part of the experience. This interdisciplinary minor
involves a total of eight courses, including four to seven
Visual & Verbal Arts FILM courses.
Two courses, one must be a 3000-level or higher course Required courses

from the following:
• ARTH 2205 - Hipsters, Tricksters and • One of GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED
Adventurers 1404
• ARTH 3309 - Modern Architecture • FILM 1143 - Introduction to the Study of Film
• ARTH 3313 - Impressionism: Art, Leisure & • One 2000-level or higher FILM course
Society • Two 3000-level or higher FILM courses
• ARTH 4411 - Poetic Intentions in • Two additional 2000-level or higher courses from
Architecture FILM or from the list below.
Writing Place One of the following
• ENGL 2270 - Literatures in Canada to 1914
• ENGL 2271 - Literatures in Canada from
• ANTH 2243 - Anthropology Through Film *
1914
to Renaissance
Film
• ARTH 1103 - The History of Western Art:
• ARTH 2207 - Studies in Art, Design and
• ENGL 3330 - Enlightenment Literature: Visual Culture
• ARTH 2209 - History of Modern Art from
• ENGL 3331 - Late Eighteenth-Century 1850 to 1920
Literary Topographies
• ENGL 3246 - Pre-American Literary Culture
Environments
• CRWT 3305 - Advanced Script Writing *
and Reform
Film
Nature
• ENGL 3309 - Theatre and Performance from
1900 to Now
• FREN 3343 - Francophone Cinema for Oral
Literatures
and Written Communication *
• HIST 2291 - Film and History
• SPAN 3312 - Hispanic Cinema *
• FILM 3349 - Film in Canada
• WGST 2239 - Gender and Popular Culture
• WGST 3311 - Gender, Race &
Representation *
Film Studies, Minor • WGST 3346 - Gender, Culture and
Technology *
The Minor in Film Studies encourages students to select a
combination of courses dedicated to film as well as to
* Students should be aware registration in senior-level courses may At least one must be chosen from this group.
require successful completion of specific prerequisite courses.
- Microeconomics I
Finance, Minor • ECON 2213 - Intermediate Economic Theory
Macroeconomics I
The Finance Minor provides graduates with the finance • ECON 2221 - International Trade
knowledge and skills to complement their major area of • ECON 2229 - International Money and
interest. The Finance Minor focuses on developing an Finance
understanding and appreciation of basic financial • ECON 2241 - Money and Banking
accounting, corporate finance, and financial markets.
Students may be awarded the Minor in Finance or the
Sector
Minor in Finance and Economics, but not both.
At least one must be chosen from this

Required Courses
group
Market
Four of the following • FNCE 3302 - International Finance
• FNCE 2132 - Introduction to the Stock Modeling
Market • FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio
• FNCE 3228 - Advanced Corporate Finance Management
Financial Services, Minor
Modeling
• FNCE 4407 - Investments and Portfolio
Management The Minor in Financial Services will provide graduates
with financial services knowledge and skills to complement
their major area of interest. This series of courses provides
Finance and Economics, Minor an overview of the principles and practices of financial
services that can be applied to opportunities in banking,
investment, or insurance careers. After completion of all
A joint offering of the Bissett School of Business and the
courses, students are prepared to write the examinations
Faculty of Arts, this minor will appeal to the student who
leading to the CFP ® (Certified Financial Planner)
recognizes the synergies between these two disciplines. A
designation.
combination of theory and applied knowledge, this minor
can be pursued by any degree student in the university.
Students may be awarded the Minor in Finance or the Required Courses
Minor in Finance and Economics, but not both.

Required courses Market
• FNCE 3201 - Retirement Planning
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts • FNCE 3203 - Income Tax Planning
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics • FNCE 3205 - Strategic Investment Planning
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics • FNCE 3207 - Risk Management and Estate
• FNCE 3227 - Introduction to Finance Planning
Four of the following

level should contact the department to take a short
French, Minor placement test and/or take the online placement test
available on the French web page. For more information,
French is a global language, and the second official students should contact the Department of English,
language of many countries. It is spoken by approximately Languages, and Cultures.
265 million people worldwide. In Canada, French is an
official language of government and business. In this This minor is designed for students who have successfully
context, a minor in French opens tremendous possibilities completed French Language Arts 30. Students pursuing this
nationally and internationally. A minor in French minor without French Language Arts 30 may have to take
complements a number of majors: Business, an additional 1000- and/or 2000-level FREN courses.
Communication Studies, Education, English, Humanities,
Policy Studies, etc. Students planning on completing a Students should be aware registration in senior-level FREN
minor in French should be advised that not all French courses may require successful completion of specific
courses are offered every year. Students should check with FREN courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level.
the Coordinator to ensure that they are able to meet all
requirements before graduation.
General Science for
Required Courses Elementary Education, Minor
For students who have completed French 30: The Minor in General Science for Elementary Education
will provide students with classroom and practical
• FREN 2235 - Second-Year University French laboratory instruction that will help them feel more
I comfortable teaching science in the elementary classroom.
• FREN 2237 - Second-Year University French NTSC 3000 is a required course where each week students
will perform labs based on the Alberta Learning elementary
II
science curriculum, and they will have practice designing
• Three additional FREN courses at the 3000 or
and testing their own lab experiences. Within the minor,
4000 level
students will take courses from a variety of scientific
• Any three additional FREN courses disciplines, reflecting the interdisciplinary design of the
elementary science curriculum.
Required Courses
Students planning to complete a minor in General Science
should check with an Advisor early in their studies so that
For students who have not completed French 30: they can ensure that they meet all requirements before
graduation. Some of the courses in the minor have
• FREN 1109 - Beginners' French I prerequisites, so students should consider these
• FREN 1111 - Beginners' French II prerequisites when selecting their courses.
• FREN 2216 - Intermediate French I
• FREN 2218 - Intermediate French II Students MUST be enrolled in the Bachelor of Education -
Elementary degree program and complete seven required
courses.
I
II Required Courses
• FREN 2250 - Contemporary French Culture
and Civilization • NTSC 3000 - Experimental Science for
• One additional course at the 3000 level or higher Elementary Education
• One course from each of List A, List B and List
Note C
• Three additional courses from List D
Students taking courses in French are subject to placement
testing, and courses required for the minor vary depending List A Courses: Natural Sciences
on placement test results. Students who are unsure of their
• BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology • GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology
• BIOL 1205 - The Organization and Diversity • GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and
of Life Earth Resources
• NTSC 1112 - An Introduction to Current • GEOL 2153 - Natural Hazards and Disasters
Environmental Issues • GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life
• GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
List B Courses: Physical Sciences Geographic Issues
• MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistical
Reasoning
• ASTR 1103 - The Universe at Large or
• NTSC 2201 - Environmentally Sustainable
• ASTR 1303 - Stars, Galaxies, and
Cosmology
• NTSC 3301 - Environmental Health
• PHYS 2103 - Radiation Medicine and
Imaging
and Bonding
Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry Note
• PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I Students can take a maximum of three courses at the 1000-
level. If a student takes a 2000-level course as their List B
List C Courses: Earth Sciences course, they can substitute additional courses from List A,
B or C in place of List D courses.
• ASTR 1101 - The Solar System or This minor is restricted solely to students enrolled in the
• ASTR 1301 - Planetary Astronomy Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education program.
For current information on declaring a minor please see
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment your Academic Advisor.
and Remote Sensing Geography, Minor
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth or
The Geography Minor requires a minimum of seven
geography courses.
List D Courses: Elementary Science Required Courses

Options
• BIOL 2102 - How They Do It: Patterns of • GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment
Reproduction
• BIOL 2309 - Plants and People and Remote Sensing
• BIOL 3207 - Human Conception
• CHEM 2211 - The Chemistry Between Us
• COMP 1103 - Introduction to Computers
• COMP 1615 - Introduction to Programming
• GEOG 2109 - Ecological Land Classification
and Soils
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography
Resource Management
Systems
• GEOG 2555 - Introduction to Remote Earth and other planets - from landform evolution to plate
Sensing tectonics to the origin and evolution of life and the
interaction of humans with the environment. The
Geoscience minor allows students flexibility for selecting
One of the following courses that complement their learning goals and is
composed of six courses of which at least one course must
• GEOG 2225 - Regional Geography of be at the 3000- or 4000-level. The minor is not available to
Canada students enrolled in the Geology major. Registration in
• GEOG 2230 - Regional Geography of senior-level course options may require successful
Europe completion of courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-
• GEOG 2235 - Regional Geography of Asia level.
• GEOG 2333 - Geography of the World
Economy Required Courses
• GEOG 2335 - Cities in the Modern World
• GEOG 2337 - Political Geography The Geoscience minor is composed of 6 courses (18
• GEOG 2443 - Tourism and Recreation credits).
Geography
• GEOG 2445 - Environmental Problems and • GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth
Resource Management • GEOL 1103 - Earth Through Time
One of the following One of the following
• GEOG 3107 - Conservation Biogeography • GEOL 2151 - Environmental Geology and

• GEOG 3109 - Field Study in Physical Earth Resources
Geography • GEOL 2153 - Natural Hazards and Disasters
• GEOG 3309 - Field Study in Human • GEOL 2155 - Geological History of Life
Geography • GEOL 2157 - Water: Geologic and
• GEOG 3445 - Global Environmental Issues Geographic Issues
• GEOG 3553 - Spatial Analysis and GIS Three of the following
Geography
At least one course needs to be at the 3000-level or above.
One other geography course from • GEOL 2103 - Minerals and Rocks
the list above or one of the following
• GEOL 2107 - Palaeontology
• GEOL 2109 - Stratigraphy and
• GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography
Sedimentation
• GEOG 2437 - Biogeography
• GEOL 3107 - Geomorphology
• GEOG 4129 - Advanced Field Study in
• GEOL 3109 - Sedimentary Petrology
Physical Geography
• GEOL 3115 - Exploration Geophysics
• GEOG 4329 - Advanced Field Study in
Human Geography
• GEOL 4107 - Geological History of Western
Canada
Geoscience, Minor • GEOL 4109 - Petroleum Geology
The Geoscience minor draws on a foundation of the

classical sciences of chemistry, physics, and biology, and
History, Minor
applies their principles to a diverse range of processes on
The minor in History allows students to explore a wide *Senior level courses may require completion of one or more prerequisites
array of topics that range from the ancient past to the outside of the minor.
present and which span a number of countries and themes.
The minor allows students to choose from a variety of
courses in which they can take part in activities such as Humanities, Minor
performing archival research, volunteering, traveling, and
participating in hands-on fieldwork. The minor exposes The Humanities consist of the disciplines that study culture,
students to a broad range of historical knowledge and history and the history of ideas from a multidisciplinary and
understanding and teaches students to think critically and analytical perspective. This minor provides the opportunity
how to collect, interpret and present evidence. These skills for students to enrol in courses from a variety of subject
and knowledge are useful in a wide variety of professions areas including Philosophy, History, Religious Studies,
such as law, education, politics, business and economics. Humanities, Art History, Canadian Studies, Women's &
Gender Studies, Mediterranean Cultures, Music, English
and Indigenous Studies.
Required Courses
One 1000 level HIST course from at least two of the Required Courses
following areas (maximum four 1000 level courses):
• Canadian History
One of
• European History
• American History
• RELS 1101 - World Religions: Western
Four to six additional HIST courses at the 2000 level or • RELS 1103 - World Religions: Eastern
above, of which at least two must be at the 3000 or 4000 • RELS 1105 - Why Religion Matters
level. (For a total of eight HIST courses in the minor)
One of
Note
Students should be aware registration in senior level HIST Existence
courses may require successful completion of specific • PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and Love
HIST courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level. • PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values and Ethics
Human Resources, Minor One of
The minor in Human Resources provides a general • ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An
overview of the human resource discipline for students in Introduction to Literature
degrees outside of the Bissett School of Business. This • ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An
minor exposes students to introductory and advanced topics Introduction to Literature
in the field of human resources. Students enroled in the
BBA - General management major may also chose to
complete a minor in Human Resources. One of
• HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500

Required Courses
• HIST 1103 - Europe Since 1500
• HIST 1111 - South Asia and the Indian
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Ocean: 2500 BCE - Present
Resources
• HIST 1117 - America to 1865
• HIST 1119 - The United States, 1865 to the
• Plus any other four 3000-level or higher HRES Present
course.*
Confederation
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to • INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based
Present Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives
Four senior courses • INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous
Perspectives in Canada
Two of which must be at the 3000 level or above from
and Protocols
courses in Philosophy, History, Religious Studies,
Humanities, Art History, Canadian Studies, Women's &
Gender Studies, Indigenous Studies, Mediterranean One additional INST course 3000
Cultures, Music and English (for a total of eight courses in
the minor)
level or higher
• INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based

Note Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous
Perspectives
A maximum of four courses at the 1000 level may be • INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous
counted as part of this minor. Perspectives in Canada
Indigenous Studies, Minor and Protocols
Indigenous Studies seeks to understand Indigenous people Two other INST courses or
and communities by exploring Indigenous experiences,
cultures, and histories in Canada and internationally. As a
courses from the following:
new and evolving disciple, it covers a broad range of topics
through Indigenous perspectives in the past and present. • ANTH 2213 - Contemporary Aboriginal
The Indigenous Studies minor provides students from Issues in Canada
diverse programs with a critical lens to view and challenge • ANTH 2214 - Ethnography of the Northwest
mainstream ideas and assumptions. Coast
Plains
Two 1000-level INST Courses
from the Land
Education
Three additional INST courses Literatures
• ENGL 3390 - African Writing in English
2000 level or higher
• ENVS 3336 - Indigenous & Stakeholder
Consultation in Environmental Management
• INST 2270 - Virtual Exploration of the Treaty • FILM 2231 - Indigenous Film
7 context
• INST 2710 - Indigenous Arts of North Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
America
• INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous 1497-1877
Studies
• INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies Indigenous Peoples from Treaty 7 to the
• INST 2750 - Introduction to Indigenous Oral Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Systems
• HIST 2247 - Canada's Frontier: the History of students develop skills in visual design, typography, social
the West media analysis, information architecture, instructional
• HIST 3306 - Racism and Immigration in design, user experience design and problem-solving
Canada through design thinking methods.
Students have the option to focus on visual design, human
factors, and technical and persuasive communication.
Context
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous Required courses
• HIST 3346 - Indigenous People in Latin • INFO 1600 - Foundations of Information
America Design
• INST 2270 - Virtual Exploration of the Treaty • INFO 1610 - Principles of Design Thinking
7 context and Doing
• INST 2710 - Indigenous Arts of North
America • INFO 4650 - Critical Design or
• INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous • INFO 4665 - Instructional Design
Studies
• INST 2730 - Topics in Indigenous Studies
• INST 2750 - Introduction to Indigenous Oral
Systems
• INST 3710 - Place- and Land-based • INFO 1661 - Technical Communication
Learning: Decolonizing and Indigenous • INFO 2650 - Visualizing Information for
Perspectives Presentation
• INST 3730 - Racism and Indigenous • INFO 2663 - Visual and Applied Rhetoric
Perspectives in Canada • INFO 2666 - Thinking with Type
• INST 3740 - Indigenous Research Ethics • INFO 2667 - Information Architecture
and Protocols • INFO 3600 - Usability
• INTS 2250 - Local Indigenous Health and • INFO 3610 - Visualizing Information
Wellbeing - Soh Ksistoom Sinni - Through
Kimma Pi Pitsin
Perspectives • INFO 2670 - Tools for Information Designers
• LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary • INFO 3605 - Qualitative Research Methods
Latin American Cultures for Information Design
• LAST 2201 - Cultures of South America • INFO 3670 - Project and Content
• LAST 2202 - Cultures of Mexico, Central Management
America and the Caribbean • INFO 3675 - Memetics: Contemporary
• PSYC 3380 - Indigenous Psychology Rhetorics of Dissent and Disinformation
• SLWK 2224 - Indigenous Knowledges and • INFO 3660 - Special Topics in Information
Practices in Social Work Design
Information Design, Minor Note
Information design uses traditional and evolving design • Students who wish to focus on visual design are
principles to translate complex, unorganized or advised to take: INFO 2666, INFO 2670, INFO
unstructured data into valuable -and meaningful - 3610, and/or INFO 2650.
information. Information designers design for
understanding. An Information Design minor will help
• Students who wish to focus on human factors are • ENTR 3730 - Special Topics in Innovation
advised to take: INFO 2667, INFO 3600 and and Entrepreneurship
INFO 3605. • ENTR 4332 - Venture Launch
• Students who wish to focus on technical and • ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise
persuasive communication are advised to take • ENTR 4344 - Corporate Innovation and
INFO 1661, INFO 2663 and INFO 3675. Entrepreneurship
• ENTR 4420 - DNA of Buying, Selling and
Innovation and Business Development
• ENTR 4433 - Business Plan Development *
Entrepreneurship, Minor • SINV 3305 - Agents of Social Change
• Any other 3000 or 4000 level ENTR course**
Whether you're applying for a dream job, changing the
world, or launching a venture, mastering innovation and * This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
having an entrepreneurial mindset will help you get there. ** Students can only choose one additional ENTR 3000 or 4000 level
course to complete this requirement.
Consider a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship if:
• You want to compliment your current program of Note

study with a set of skills and a vibrant community
of peers who want to build, create and innovate Students wishing to focus their minor in a particular area
• You want to add value to any organization you should consult with an advisor prior to selecting their
join option courses.
• You might want to start your own venture now,
or in the future
International Business, Minor
• You want to tackle complex problems and have
an impact on others
A series of international business courses have been
• You want to explore your passions and see where
designed for students who want to participate in the global
it leads you
economy, international trade, marketing goods and services
Rekindle your creativity, discover your passion, develop
internationally, increasing the competitiveness of an
entrepreneurial skills, and connect with others in ways that
organization through co-operation with foreign partners or
will serve you long after you graduate.
suppliers or even establishing a business venture beyond
Canadian borders. In the completion of these international
Required Courses business courses, students have an opportunity to earn a
Forum for International Trade Training Diploma.
Entrepreneurial Experience Required Courses
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial
Practice
Four of the following • INBU 3302 - International Marketing
• COMP 1207 - Introduction to Digital Management
Technologies • INBU 3305 - International Market Entry
• ENTR 3305 - The Art of the Pitch Strategies
Product Launch Plus any one of the following
• ENTR 3360 - How Technology Enables
Innovation
• FNCE 3302 - International Finance **
• INBU 2299 - Directed Readings *
Enterprise
• INBU 3399 - Directed Readings * • INBU 3305 - International Market Entry
• INBU 3306 - International Trade Research Strategies
• INBU 3307 - International Trade Law ** • INBU 3306 - International Trade Research
• INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International • INBU 3307 - International Trade Law *
Business • INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International
• INBU 4408 - International Trade Business
Management • INBU 4408 - International Trade
Management
* No more than one Directed Readings course in a single discipline can be
used for graduation purposes. *This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
** This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
Law and Governance, Minor

International Business and
Economics, Minor The Law and Governance Minor is an interdisciplinary
program that draws primarily from the fields of criminal
justice and political science to examine the regulatory
This is an interdisciplinary minor that will give the students environments in which our knowledge economy and our
a theoretical and practical perspective on an area that can communities thrive. Students will critically explore
only grow in importance in an increasingly globalized political and legal institutions, at multiple levels, in order to
world market. Students will benefit from the opportunity to understand and analyze them, work within them, and
study the interrelated fields of International Business and improve them. This minor will include a total of 8 courses,
Economics. no more than 4 of them at the 1000 level, with at least one
course at the 3000 level or higher.
Required Courses The Law and Governance Minor is structured to be as
accessible to students as possible, with many pathways
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics available to completion. Foundational courses in both
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics government and politics and the Canadian State as well as
• INBU 3301 - Global Business Environment introductory courses in criminology and criminal justice are
required, and from there, students can tailor their remaining
courses toward their specific interests. Because we have
Five of the following (at least one selected courses with few or no prerequisites, in most cases
must be chosen from this group) these foundational courses serve as the gateway to the
remaining courses available in the minor.
• ECON 2221 - International Trade

• ECON 2229 - International Money and Required Courses
Finance
One of • CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
System
• ECON 2261 - Development Economics • PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government
and Politics
• ECON 2263 - Development Economics -
Field School Program
At least one must be chosen from Criminal Justice Courses

this group Choose two of the following courses:
• FNCE 3302 - International Finance * • CRJS 2003 - Young Persons in Conflict with
• INBU 3302 - International Marketing the Law
• CRJS 2004 - Issues and Trends in Canadian Linguistics learn about the structure of language including
Policing its words, sounds, and sentences. Students can also learn
• CRJS 2006 - Corrections about how children and adults acquire language; how
languages change over time; how languages differ from one
• CRJS 2008 - Environmental Criminology:
another; and how the brain represents and processes
Theories, Methods, and Strategies
languages. A minor in Linguistics may be advantageous to
• CRJS 2009 - Selected Issues in Human
students studying Anthropology, Computer Science,
Justice
Education, English, Philosophy, Psychology, or
• CRJS 2017 - Corporate and White Collar Psychology. It may also be beneficial to anyone interested
Crime in languages more generally. Students planning on
• CRJS 2019 - Restorative Justice completing a minor in Linguistics should be advised that
• CRJS 2021 - Women and the Canadian not all Linguistics courses are offered every year. Students
Criminal Justice System should check with the coordinator to ensure that they are
• CRJS 2222 - Criminal Justice Field School able to meet all requirements before graduation.
• CRJS 3011 - Introduction to Criminal Law
• CRJS 4013 - Evidence and Procedures Required Course
• ECON 1170 - Economics of Crime and
Criminal Justice *
• LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I
*This ECON course can be counted as a CRJS
option to satisify the minor requirment.
Political Science Courses
• LING 2201 - Syntax I
Choose two of the following: • LING 2215 - Phonology I
• PLSC 1123 - Canadian Political Issues Four Additional Courses

• PLSC 2227 - Women and Politics
• ANTH 1106 - Introduction to Linguistic
Process (6 credit hours, can count as two PLSC
Anthropology
options to satisify the minor requirement)
• ENGL 3306 - History of the English
• PLSC 2259 - Comparative Government and
Language
Politics
• LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II
Relations • LING 2201 - Syntax I
• PLSC 3229 - Alberta and Provincial Politics • LING 2203 - Phonetics
• PLSC 3303 - Federalism • LING 2207 - Second Language Acquisition
• PLSC 3351 - American Government and • LING 2215 - Phonology I
Politics • LING 2221 - Modern English Grammar
• PLSC 3382 - International Organizations • LING 2231 - First Language Acquisition
• LING 2241 - Languages of Canada
• LING 3315 - Language Typology
Note
• LING 3371 - Introduction to Psycholinguistics
• PSYC 3341 - The Psychology of Language
Students must complete no more than four courses at the
• Students must complete at least one course at the
1000 level and at least one course at the 3000 level or
3000-level or higher.
higher.
• Students should be aware registration in senior-
level course options may require successful
Linguistics, Minor completion of specific courses at 1000, 2000,
and/or 3000 levels.
Linguistics is a discipline dedicated to understanding all
aspects of language. Students pursuing a minor in
• LING 2201 and LING 2215 can be used as an approved options. At least two courses must be at the 3000
option if it was not taken as a required course for level or higher.
this minor.
Required Courses
Marketing, Minor
All of the following:
The minor in Marketing provides a general overview of the
marketing discipline for students in degree programs at
Mount Royal University. • MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists
and Engineers
This minor exposes students to introductory and advanced • MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II
topics in the field of marketing. Students have the option to
focus on marketing creative or strategic marketing.
Approved Options
Required Courses Four of the following (at least two at the 3000 level or
higher):
• MATH 1224 - Introduction to Statistics
• MATH 1271 - Discrete Mathematics
Mathematics
Three of the following • MATH 2101 - Abstract Algebra
• MATH 2233 - Statistics for Biological
• INBU 3302 - International Marketing Sciences
• MKTG 3350 - Consumer Behaviour • MATH 2234 - Concepts of Mathematical
• MKTG 3450 - Marketing Design Literacy Statistics
• MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing • MATH 2235 - Statistics with Applications in
Relationships Geology
• MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding • MATH 2303 - Linear Algebra for Data
• MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends Science
• MKTG 3730 - Special Topics in Marketing • MATH 2307 - Differential Equations I
• MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio • MATH 2311 - Linear Algebra II
• MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy • MATH 2321 - Mathematical Probability
• MATH 2323 - Introduction to Mathematical
Statistics
Note • MATH 2444 - Statistical Data Analysis
• MATH 3101 - Numerical Analysis
Students wishing to focus on marketing creative as part of • MATH 3102 - Mathematical Modeling
their minor are advised to take MKTG 3450, MKTG 3550,
• MATH 3200 - Mathematical Methods
and MKTG 4850. Students wishing to focus on strategic
• MATH 4101 - Abstract Algebra II
marketing as part of their minor are advised to take MKTG
3458, MKTG 3558, and MKTG 4858. • MATH 4102 - Analysis I
• MATH 4103 - Complex Analysis
• MATH 4104 - Introduction to Partial
Mathematics, Minor Differential Equations
• MATH 4105 - Applied Linear Models
Students are required to take seven courses to complete a
minor in Mathematics. These seven courses must
include three core courses and four courses from the list of
Notes
• Courses in Italics are under development. Required Courses
• No more than three courses at the 1000 level can
be used towards this minor.
• BCEM 2201 - General Biochemistry
• No more than two of MATH 1224, MATH 2233,
MATH 2234, MATH 2235, MATH 2321, MATH
and Bonding
2323, MATH 2444 and MATH 4105 can be used
towards this minor. • CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry -
Mathematics for Elementary • CHEM 2102 - Organic Chemistry II
Education, Minor
One of
The student is required to take the three core courses and
then choose three courses with at least one course must be Students must complete both courses in either list A or list
3000 level or above from the approved Mathematics B.
options in order to attain a total of six courses of which at
least two courses must be 3000 level or above. List A
• CHEM 4103 - Advanced Organic Chemistry:
Required Courses Synthesis
• MATH 1150 - Mathematical Reasoning List B

• MATH 2150 - Higher Arithmetic • BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology
• MATH 4201 - Seminar • CHEM 4213 - Drug Discovery
Approved Options One of
• MATH 1102 - Introduction to Geometry • BCEM 3201 - Protein Biochemistry

• MATH 1103 - Introduction to Statistical • BCEM 3202 - Enzymes and Metabolic
Reasoning Systems
• MATH 1205 - The Beauty of Mathematics • BCEM 4212 - Biochemical Pharmacology
• MATH 1505 - Puzzling Adventures in • CHEM 3201 - Structure Determination
Mathematics
• MATH 3201 - Visual Art and Mathematics:
an integrated understanding
Outdoor Leadership, Minor
• MATH 3202 - Mathematics Through the
Ages The Outdoor Leadership Minor will provide students from
across a range of programs with the option to learn about
the philosophies, knowledge, and skills associated with
Medicinal Chemistry, Minor outdoor leadership. This minor will offer students the
foundations of planning and facilitating outdoor
A minor in Medicinal Chemistry provides students with the educational experiences, outdoor risk management plans,
opportunity to study the design of pharmaceuticals and and safe and effective implementation of outdoor
their interactions with the human body. The Medicinal activities across various contexts.
Chemistry minor is composed of five required courses and
three options, for a total of eight courses. Course offerings Required Courses
provide opportunities to develop theoretical and practical
skills related to the synthesis and evaluation of
medications. This minor is not available to students • HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor
enrolled in the Chemistry major. Leadership
• HPED 2884 - Introductory Winter Travel Six additional courses from the
following list
Minor Options
Choose 12 credits from the following courses: Issues in Canada
• GNED 1301 - Citizenship Without Borders
• ETOL 3270 - Expedition
• GNED 1303 - Conflict and the Social Context
Societies *
• HIST 2263 - Conflict and Society in the
• HPED 2872 - Wilderness Survival Twentieth-Century
Techniques
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing Indigenous Peoples and Colonialism in
• HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking Context
• HPED 3711 - Field School-B • HIST 3319 - Conflict and Violence in
• HPED 3884 - Winter Back Country Travel Canadian History
• HPED 4709 - Field School-A • HIST 3361 - The Holocaust
• PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity • HIST 4461 - Limits of Representation:
• At least one course must be completed at the Holocaust and Memory *
3000 level or higher • HIST 3373 - World War I
• HIST 3365 - World War II
•
Peace and Conflict Studies, INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous
Minor • PLSC 2287 - Introduction to International
Relations *
Peace and Conflict Studies asks questions about inter/intra • PLSC 3382 - International Organizations *
state warfare, gender dynamics and gender justice in • PLSC 3489 - Foreign Policies of the Major
conflict zones, colonial violence, Indigenous Powers *
resistance/resurgence, and grassroots initiatives for peace • PHIL 3350 - Power, Violence, Evil *
and justice. Focusing on local and global contexts, Peace • SLGY 3372 - Sociology of Violence *
and Conflict Studies critically examines the political, • SLGY 3304 - Social Movements *
social, economic and cultural structures and forces • WGST 2205 - Global Gender Issues
underpinning war and violence, and it investigates paths
• WGST 3310 - Colonization/Decolonization *
towards establishing and building peace. Peace and
Conflict Studies courses are often interdisciplinary,
*This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
intersectional, and global, reflecting the rich
interdisciplinary frameworks of postcolonialism, feminism,
international political sociology, history, and international Philosophy, Minor
relations.
Philosophy investigates the basic foundations and

Required Courses assumptions of every subject matter to determine what
these foundations are and whether they are justified. It
therefore asks fundamental questions about existence,
knowledge, and morality.
Settler Colonialism and Indigenous Required Courses
• Five additional PHIL courses, as well as one
course from each section below.
One course in Logic and Physical Literacy for
Argumentation Education, Minor
• PHIL 1175 - Critical Thinking
Physical Literacy incorporates elements of physical
activity, mental and social well-being while fostering the
motivation, confidence to lead a healthy and active life. It is
One course in Value Theory much more than participating in sports and physical
activity, it's about leading others, and ourselves, to live an
active and healthy lifestyle. This health and physical
• PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and Love
education minor will provide Bachelor of Education
• PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values and Ethics students with experiential knowledge and learning to
• PHIL 2216 - Nineteenth Century Philosophy incorporate physical literacy in the education curriculum.
• PHIL 2219 - Philosophy of Law
Required Courses
• PHIL 2241 - Existentialism
• PHIL 2253 - Social and Political Philosophy
• PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
Understanding
• PHIL 3333 - Art, Beauty, Expression
• PHIL 3345 - Is, Ought, Why
• PHYL 3518 - Physical Growth and
• PHIL 3368 - Philosophy of History Development
• PHIL 4730 - Advanced Philosophical Topics
Optional Courses (at least six

One course in
credits from the following)
Epistemology/Metaphysics
• HPED 2810 - Invasion Games
Existence
Relaxation *
• HPED 2852 - Net and Implement Games
Philosophers
• PHIL 2221 - Metaphysics
• PHIL 2263 - Theory of Knowledge
• PHIL 2267 - Philosophy of Science
Techniques
• PHIL 2281 - Philosophy of Mind
• HPED 2873 - Introductory Rock Climbing
• PHIL 2282 - Philosophy and Pop Culture
• PHIL 3307 - Language, Truth, and
Adventures in Abstraction
• HPED 2881 - Introductory Kayaking
• PHIL 3350 - Power, Violence, Evil
Note • HPED 3711 - Field School-B
Of the eight courses which make up this minor, at least two From Community Health to Global Action
must be at the 3000 or 4000 level. No more than three • HPED 3884 - Winter Back Country Travel
courses may be at the 1000 level.
• PHYL 2520 - Introductory and Intermediate Students should be aware registration in senior level PLSC
Coaching courses may require successful completion of specific
• PHYL 3320 - Adapted Physical Activity PLSC courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level.
• ETOL - specific courses, which can be used to
fulfill an activity requirement Psychology, Minor
*This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
The minor in Psychology is designed for students who want
to gain knowledge that will enhance their understanding of
Physics, Minor human behaviour. Topics such as lifespan development,
theories of personality, abnormal behaviour, cognition, and
social and biological psychology can be explored. Students
The student is required to take five physics courses and
will develop critical thinking skills, an understanding of
three mathematics courses. A minimum grade of C+ must
ethics in research and an appreciation for the ambiguity of
be achieved in all physics courses comprising the minor.
psychological explanations in understanding human
behaviour. For those interested in a career in social
Required Courses services, human resources, marketing, teaching, medical
services or administrative positions in a variety of fields, a
minor in Psychology is an excellent addition to their
program.
and Engineers
• MATH 2200 - Calculus for Scientists II Required Courses
• PHYS 1202 - Classical Physics II • PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology
• PHYS 2201 - Acoustics, Optics and • At least two PSYC courses at the 3000 level or
Radiation higher
• PHYS 2203 - Electromagnetism • A total of eight PSYC courses, excluding PSYC
• PHYS 3602 - Elementary Quantum 1121
Mechanics
Note
Political Science, Minor
Students who have completed PSYC 1103 and PSYC
Political Science, administered through the Department of 1104 are not required to take PSYC 1105. PSYC 1103 and
Economics, Justice and Policy Studies, explores such PSYC 1104 will count as two of the eight requirements
concepts as right-centre-left, freedom, rights, justice, toward the minor. Students may count at most two of PSYC
equality, democracy and the good life. Modern political 1103, PSYC 1104 and PSYC 1105 for credit towards a
science involves the systematic study of governmental minor in Psychology.
power and authority and how these shape individuals,
Students should be aware registration in senior-level PSYC
communities and nations.
courses may require successful completion of specific
PSYC courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000-level.
Required Courses
Public Relations, Minor
and Politics
The Minor in Public Relations is designed to educate
• Seven additional PLSC courses, of which at least
students in the role that public relations plays in today's
two must be at the 3000 or 4000 level and only
complex society. Public Relations is a growing field in
three can be at the 1000 level.
Canada and globally, with the Canadian employment
market forecast projecting consistent growth over the next
Note decade.
Students who earn a Public Relations Minor will gain a
broad understanding of the role of public relations within
Religious Studies, Minor
governments, corporations, non-profit organizations, and
society, as well as knowledge and experience in developing Religious Studies takes historical, contemporary and
public relations messaging and materials. comparative approaches to describing, analyzing and
interpreting the beliefs, practices, art, architecture,
Note: Students should be aware that registration in senior literature, organizational forms, and music of the world's
PUBR level courses may require successful completion of religions (Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam,
specific PUBR courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and/or 3000- Judaism, Sikhism and many others). Religions are treated
level. as part of human culture and as relevant to our world today,
in private and public life, informing attitudes, ethics, media,
geo-politics, etc. No previous knowledge or experience of
Required courses any religion is required.
One of: A total of eight Religious Studies courses are required.

• PUBR 2830 - Public Relations and the Public Required Courses
Good
One of: • A maximum of three Religious Studies courses at

• PUBR 1845 - Interpersonal Communications the 1000 level
• PUBR 1849 - Applied Writing I for Public • A minimum of two Religious Studies courses at
Relations the 3000 level or higher
One of: Alternative Religious Studies courses

• COMM 2500 - Introduction to
• ANTH 3233 - The Anthropology of Religion
• HIST 3383 - Sin, Vice, and Religion
Contemporary Issues
• HUMN 2297 - Issues in Science and Religion
• SLGY 2277 - Sociology of Religion
Three of: Social Innovation, Minor

• COMM 3501 - Intercultural Communication
• COMM 3515 - The Future of the Media
The minor in Social Innovation is designed to provide
• PUBR 3841 - Media Relations graduates with a clear practice to lead, design, and execute
• PUBR 3843 - Communication and high impact, transformative change in our communities.
Organizational Culture Empathy, creativity, consent, and courage form the bedrock
• PUBR 3851 - Computer Mediated of the science of social change and can be applied whether
Communication * graduates envision joining the commercial sector in a
• PUBR 3860 - Government Public Relations values-driven organization, plan to participate in the public
• PUBR 3867 - The Canadian Energy Industry, or civic sector, develop a new to world social innovation or
CSR and Sustainability PR enterprise that addresses a persistent systemic problem, or
• PUBR 3890 - Special Topics in Public engage at the forefront of reconciliation and resurgence in
Relations First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities across Canada.
• PUBR 4847 - International and Intercultural The minor in Social Innovation consists of six courses,
Public Relations three of which are required courses and three of which are
• PUBR 4849 - Fund Development and chosen from a list of options.
Corporate Philanthropy
*This course requires one or more prerequisites Required Courses

• SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation *Senior level courses may require completion of one or more prerequisites outside of the
• SINV 3203 - Facilitating Social Innovation minor.
• SINV 5010 - Social Enterprising or Group 1: The Land

• SINV 5405 - Social Innovation Strategy and
Action
• GEOG 1102 - World Regional Geography
Three of the following • GEOG 1103 - The Human Environment
• SINV 2205 - Social Innovation through Group 2: Politics and Economics

Historical Case Study
• SINV 3303 - Storytelling & Systems
• ECON 1143 - The Economics of
Contemporary Issues
Innovation and Politics
• SINV 4401 - Civic Innovation
• SINV 4402 - Human-Centred Design for
Social Impact
Group 3: History and Global
Connections
Social Studies, Minor
Confederation
Social Studies is a broad discipline including Geography,
• HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to
Political Science, Economics, History, Indigenous Studies
Present
and others. Through a selection of courses in these varied
disciplines, students develop a strong sense of their role as
citizens in a democratic society. Group 4: Culture and Community
Required Courses • INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous

One course from each:
Sociology, Minor
• Group 1
• Group 2
Sociology encourages students to engage their "sociological
• Group 3
imaginations" through a critical examination of society. It
• Group 4 is a wide-ranging discipline, from the macro study of large
Four additional courses are required from the following list social systems and institutions to the micro-scrutiny of
at 2000 level or higher. At least one course must be at the social interaction. Through a sociological lens, students
3000 level or higher. There may not be more than two from explore the ways in which societies are created, maintained,
any discipline: and transformed with a focus on issues of power, social
inequality, and social resistance.
• Canadian Studies*
• Economics*
• Geography*
Required Courses
• History*
• Indigenous Studies* • SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology
• Political Science* • Seven additional SLGY courses, including at
• Sociology* least two at the 3000 or 4000 level
• Women's & Gender Studies*
Spanish is the official language in 21 countries and
Note
estimates indicate the USA will be the country with the
most Spanish speakers in the world by 2050. A minor in
Students should be aware registration in senior level SLGY Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures develops students'
courses may require successful completion of specific Spanish language proficiency at an intermediate level and a
SLGY courses at the 1000, 2000, and/or 3000 level. foundational understanding of Hispanic cultures. Many
students pursuing disciplines in International Relations,
Spanish, Minor Business, Communication, Sociology and even Science
will find that this minor will be useful for career paths in
international contexts. The minor in Spanish Language and
Spanish is spoken in 21 countries and estimates indicate the Hispanic Cultures consists of 8 courses.
USA will be the country with most Spanish speakers in the
world by 2050. There are rich cultures associated with the
Spanish language and it has also become the second most Required Courses
used language on the internet, Twitter and the world of
advertising. A minor in Spanish develops students' Four of the following courses
communication skills and their understanding of Hispanic
cultures. Students can take a variety of third year courses in
areas such as Literature of Spain and Spanish America, • SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I
Translation, Business Spanish, Spanish in Contact with • SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II
Other Languages and Hispanic Cinema. • SPAN 2211 - Intermediate Spanish I
Required Courses • SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and
Composition
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish
• SPAN 3331 - Business Spanish I
• SPAN 2211 - Intermediate Spanish I
• SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and Two of the following courses
Composition
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish • LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary
• SPAN 3309 - Critical Thinking in Spanish Latin American Cultures
• Two additional SPAN courses at the 3000 level • SPAN 2219 - Contemporary Spanish Culture
or above and Society
Note
Two additional courses from the
Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take a following
contact the Spanish coordinator or academic advisor.
• HIST 2271 - Latin America Before
Independence
This minor is designed for students who have successfully
completed Spanish 30. Students pursuing this minor • HIST 2273 - Latin America After
without Spanish 30 may have to take SPAN 1101. Independence
Students should be aware registration in senior level SPAN America
courses may require successful completion of specific • LAST 1101 - Introduction to Contemporary
SPAN courses at the 2000 and/or 3000 level. Latin American Cultures
• MECU 1101 - Topics in Romance
Mediterranean Cultures
Spanish Language and • RELS 3322 - Religion in the Americas
Hispanic Cultures, Minor
• SPAN 2219 - Contemporary Spanish Culture
and Society
Supply Chain Management,
• SPAN 2220 - Ibero-American Cinema Minor
• SPAN 2223 - Oral Expression and
Composition Supply Chain Management includes management of the
• SPAN 3305 - High Intermediate Spanish flow and transportation of goods from raw materials
• SPAN 3331 - Business Spanish I through to the consumer. Areas of study include production
planning, logistics management, purchasing, inventory
management, material handling, transportation, enterprise
Notes resource planning, and global logistics. Course credits may
be transferable to professional programs such as the
At least one course must be taken at the 3000 level or Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP), Certified
higher. Professional Logistician (CPL) and the Canadian Institute
of Traffic and Transportation (CITT). Students with an
Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take a interest in supply chain can be prepared for careers in
placement test. For more information, students should professional purchasing, international trade, and demand
contact the Spanish coordinator or academic advisor. forecasting as well as management positions in
transportation, inventory, and distribution.
Speech, Minor
Required Courses
A minor in Speech is an interdisciplinary program which
focuses on the study of spoken communication and how we • LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics and
present ourselves in a variety of settings, from interpersonal Supply Chain Management
communications, leadership and small group participation • LSCM 2301 - Introduction to Physical
and interviews, to speaking to large audiences. The skills Distribution
learned are transferable both personally and professionally.
A Minor in Speech is advantageous and beneficial to any
career path that requires communication, including but not
limited to Education, Business, Languages and Three of the following
Communications. Material covered includes Speech
Writing, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communications,
• LSCM 3203 - Principles of Quality
Linguistics, Delivery Techniques, Persuasion, Intercultural
Management
Communication and Professional Speaking.
• LSCM 3303 - Fundamentals of Purchasing
• LSCM 3305 - Physical Distribution and
Required Courses Logistics
• LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I Management
• SPCH 2003 - Delivery Techniques for • LSCM 3407 - Business Negotiations/Project
Presentation Management or
• SPCH 2007 - Professional Speaking • MGMT 3269 - Project Management
• SPCH 3009 - Great Speakers, Great Women's & Gender Studies,
Speeches
Minor
Women's & Gender Studies asks questions about power
and privilege that focus not only on the experiences and
• LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II perspectives of women but also on the construction and
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and mobilization of racialized, heteronormative gender
Story-Telling formations. Not exclusively about or for women, Women's
& Gender Studies courses are explicitly interdisciplinary, • used to improve high school grades or complete
intersectional, and transnational, reflecting the rich high school courses you may have missed.
interdisciplinary frameworks of feminist, gender and queer • taken on their own or in conjunction with
theories. university-level courses.
Students who wish to upgrade their high school courses
Required Courses may enroll in various credit-free high school equivalency
courses offered at Mount Royal. While these courses are
not eligible for Alberta Education graduation credits or
• WGST 1172 - Introduction to Women's & transcript purposes, they are accepted as alternative
Gender Studies entrance requirements for programs offered by Mount
• WGST 2205 - Global Gender Issues Royal and some other Alberta post-secondary institutions.
• Two additional WGST courses at the 2000 level
or higher Academic upgrading courses can be taken by students in
• One additional WGST course at the 3000 level or the Academic Upgrading category which allows students to
higher take high school level upgrading courses only.
Students in the Open Studies and University Entrance

Three additional courses from the Option programs may also take academic upgrading
courses. Please consult the appropriate section in this
following list
calendar for course requirements for Mount Royal
programs, and/or Academic Advising Services:
• ECON 2223 - Gender Economics * mtroyal.ca/beadvised.
• ENGL 2216 - Women's Writing: Voices and
Visionaries *
• ENGL 3382 - Textualities/Sexualities
Admission Requirements
• HIST 2108 - Gender History in Canada
• HIST 2207 - Histories of Sexualities Applicants are not required to meet the General Admission
Requirements for Mount Royal University programs,
however, they must complete the following requirements to
• PLSC 2227 - Women and Politics
be considered for admission.
• RELS 2281 - Women and Religion
• SLGY 2233 - Sociology of Gender *
• Any other WGST course Transcripts
* This course requires one or more prerequisites outside of the minor.
Official transcripts from all high school and post-secondary
institution(s) you have attended are required. Final/ official
transcripts are transcripts which are sent directly to Mount
Alternative Entrance Options
Royal University from the issuing institution. If you
attended high school and certain post-secondary institutions
Academic Upgrading in Alberta, Mount Royal will request these transcripts on
your behalf. You will need to request other transcripts if
applicable.
General Information All transcripts become the property of Mount Royal

University and will not be returned nor photocopied for the
Academic Upgrading courses are high school-level courses student.
that can be:
• presented for admission purposes to Mount Royal English Language Proficiency

University and many other post-secondary
institutions in Alberta. It is important to check
requirement
with the institution directly to confirm the use of
any of these courses within the admission All applicants must demonstrate English Language
process. Proficiency for the purpose of admission if their primary or
first language (meaning main language learned and used as subjects are supplemented with study skills, computer,
a child) is not English. Please see English Language language, and Indigenous Studies courses. The program is
Proficiency Requirement. supported by the Iniskim Centre programs including
Indigenous Housing Program, Elders/Medicine Trail
(Naato'ohsokoy) Program and academic advising.
Curriculum
The inclusion of Indigenous cultural content and support
There is no prescribed curriculum for Academic Upgrading services is an integral part of the Indigenous University
as appropriate course selection depends on each student's Bridging Program.
intended program destination.
• BIOL 0115 - Introduction to Biology Program Continuance

• BIOL 0130 - Fundamentals of Biology
• CHEM 0115 - Basic Chemistry I For program completion, students must satisfactorily
• CHEM 0130 - Basic Chemistry II complete all program requirements and coursework.
Students must achieve a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 to
• ENGL 0115 - Writing and Communication
be eligible for completion. If you are a continuing student
Skills
you must meet complete a performance review once an
academic year.
• MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I
• MATH 0130 - Pre-Calculus
• MATH 0131 - Introduction to Calculus Financial Assistance
• MATH 0132 - Foundations of Mathematics II
• NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies You are responsible for seeking out and maintaining
• PHYS 0130 - Introductory Physics funding. However, after your funding is secured the
Indigenous University Bridging Program works closely
with your funding agent. Other resource information
• SOSC 0130 - Ideology and the Canadian
regarding funding and scholarships is also available
Historical Perspective
from Student Awards on campus. The following is a list of
possible funding sources for students:
• Individual First Nations communities
Academic Upgrading is an access route to undergraduate • Government agencies
studies. As such, there are no graduation requirements. • Various urban agencies
MRU academic upgrading students are not required to
write provincial diploma exams.
General Admission
Indigenous University Bridging Requirements
Program
Admission into the program is based on attendance at an
information session, the completion of the IUBP
General Information application and on the number of seats available for new
students. All students must:
The Indigenous University Bridging Program at Mount • Be of Indigenous ancestry

Royal offers advanced upgrading for students of • Be a minimum age of twenty or possess the
Indigenous ancestry who wish to pursue a university equivalent of an Alberta High School Diploma
education. • Have successfully completed grade 10 or better
• Submit an MRU application form indicating the
The program offers three levels of study, designed to
Indigenous University Bridging Program with a
ensure each student achieves the requirements for future
letter of intent (an interview may also be
educational goals, focusing on English and math. The core
required)
• Submit all transcripts from upgrading and/or • MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I
secondary institutions (B) - (equivalent to Math 20) or
All criteria must be met for an application to be considered. • NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies
Please note that enrolment in this program is limited and or
final admission is based on the criteria as well as available • SOSC 0130 - Ideology and the Canadian
seats. Historical Perspective
•
Academic Course •
BIOL 0115 - Introduction to Biology or
CHEM 0115 - Basic Chemistry I or
Requirements • SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking
or
• Complete one semester of placement levelled • SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and
English and math. Story-Telling or
• Students must have met academic requirements • UGST 1001 - Effective Learning in the
to continue on in their program of choice. Undergraduate Context
• Students who are admitted into the Indigenous
University Bridging Program are placed in one of Level 3
the three levels according to the performance on
the placement test, as well as the information
contained on their transcripts. Specific attention
Introduction to Literature or
will be placed on the subject areas related to
English and math. Once a student has been placed
into one of the three levels, the student will be
registered in the courses specified by the program • MATH 0130 - Pre-Calculus or
curriculum. • MATH 0132 - Foundations of Mathematics II

Curriculum Studies: the Canadian Context or
Level 1 Studies: International Perspectives or
• ENGL 0115 - Writing and Communication • PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology or
Skills • any three-credit course
• MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I • BIOL 0130 - Fundamentals of Biology or

(A) - (equivalent to Math 10) or • CHEM 0130 - Basic Chemistry II or
• NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies • SCIE 0130 - Science of the Environment
• SCIE 0110 - Introduction to Science or

Language Education for
or Academic Purposes (LEAP)
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and
Story-Telling or
program offers modularized delivery of instruction
focusing on specific language skills and systems of English
as it is used in academic studies. Courses will be both face
Level 2 to face and online and taught by multiple instructors.
Students will also be assigned some homework to be
completed outside of class.
LEAP Courses Academic Connection (2 hours,
Online)
program has four levels beginning with a Low Intermediate
level of language and progressing through to an Advanced This course supports the development of students'
level. Each level includes the following courses over a 13- independent academic skills in a series of 25 online
week term with entry intake dates in September, January, modules. This also includes a face-to-face component in
and April. LEAP 4 inviting members of the MRU community to
present and prepare students for entry into credit studies.
Academic Inquiry (9 hours, • Academic Connections 1
lecture) • Academic Connections 2

This course focuses on reading and listening skills with an
emphasis on applying strategies in academic contexts.
Students will also expand their vocabulary knowledge. Additional Information
• Academic Inquiry 1 For more information on the cost breakdown for each
• Academic Inquiry 2 course and to view a sample schedule please visit the
• Academic Inquiry 3 website.
Open Studies
Academic Expression (9 hours,
lecture) General Information
This course focuses on effective communication through
Open Studies provides a highly flexible opportunity for
written and spoken expression. The use of a range of
students to explore their educational options at Mount
grammatical structures and pronunciation features are
Royal. It is designed for students who would like to
supported.
combine different types of study and/or for students who
may be undecided about their post-secondary goals.
Students may choose to combine post-secondary credit
classes with non-credit academic upgrading courses. Open
• Academic Expression 3 Studies provides full- or part-time learning opportunities
• Academic Expression 4 for students who:
• wish to participate in post-secondary education

Grammar Application (4.5 but do not wish to enter a specific program of
hours, lecture) study at this time;
• would like to sample courses in order to
determine what program of study to pursue;
This course focuses on both the accuracy and use of level-
• wish to take courses for professional
appropriate grammatical structures.
development or personal interest;
• Grammar Application 1 • need to pick up a course(s) to meet the admission
requirements for their intended program of
• Grammar Application 2
interest;
• wish to improve high school grades to become
• Grammar Application 4 competitive for admission;
• may have missed an admission deadline for a
specific program; or
• are returning to school and wish to refresh skills transcript purposes, they are accepted as alternative
after an absence. entrance requirements for undergraduate programs offered
NOTE: Students can complete a maximum of 30 credits by Mount Royal and other Alberta universities.
(normally ten courses) as an Open Studies and/or
University Entrance student. Any awarded grade Open Studies students often will take courses that lead
(including F) will count towards the limitation but towards program requirements for a Mount Royal
withdrawals do not. Academic upgrading courses do not University program. Please consult the appropriate section
carry any credit value and, as such, do not count in this calendar for course requirements for Mount Royal
towards the 30 credit limit. Students who reach this programs, and/or Academic Advising Services.
limit and who have not been admitted into a Mount
Royal program will not be permitted to register in
additional credit courses. There is no appeal process to
extend this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to
consult with an advisor before they reach the limit. Academic Upgrading and Open Studies are access routes to
undergraduate studies. As such, there are no graduation
requirements.
Open Studies applicants are not required to meet the
General Admission Requirements for Mount Royal
programs. Open Studies does not have specific course-
based admission criteria, thereby providing students with General Information
an opportunity to upgrade and prepare for further post-
secondary studies. The University Entrance option is designed for students
who have applied to, or intend to apply to, one of Mount
Applicants are required to provide the appropriate official
Royal's baccalaureate degree programs but may lack
documentation to meet the English Language Proficiency
specific admission requirements or do not meet the
Requirement if their mother tongue (first language spoken
competitive admission average for the program. Students in
as a child) is not English (see English Language
the University Entrance option will register primarily in
Proficiency Requirement). In addition, official transcripts
post-secondary courses but are permitted to enroll in high-
from all high school and post-secondary institutions
school equivalency courses in order to meet admission
attended are required for admission.
requirements of their intended degree program. Admission
to the University Entrance option does not guarantee
Curriculum subsequent admission to a Mount Royal degree program.
The University Entrance option provides learning

Open Studies students: opportunities for students who wish to:
• may take upgrading courses alone or in • participate in post-secondary education, and plan
combination with university-level courses, to pursue a university degree but may lack the
• are allowed to earn a maximum of 30 credits specific admission requirements
(typically 10-three credit courses) in Open • enhance their admissibility for a Mount Royal
Studies and/or the University Entrance Option degree program through completion of post-
(Any awarded grade (including F) will count secondary coursework and/or high-school
towards the limitation but withdrawals do not.), equivalency courses
• are not eligible to receive a Letter of Permission • take courses that are required for the completion
to take a course or courses from other institutions, of a Mount Royal degree while improving their
• do not have access to restricted courses (i.e., admissibility for degree-level study
those reserved for program students). Students can complete a maximum of 30 credits (normally
Students who wish to upgrade their high school courses ten courses) as a University Entrance student. (This 30
may enroll in various credit-free high school equivalency credit limit includes any courses which the student may
courses offered at Mount Royal. While these courses are take as an Open Studies student.) Any awarded grade
not eligible for Alberta Education graduation credits or (including 'F') will count towards the limitation but
withdrawals do not. Students are strongly encouraged to • Group A course
consult with an academic advisor before they reach this • Group A course
credit limit to ensure they are taking the appropriate
courses. Students who reach this limit and who have not
been admitted into a Mount Royal program will not be
Mature Standing
permitted to register in additional courses and may not
apply to Open Studies. There is no appeal process to extend
• Group A course
this limit.
• Group A course
University Entrance students who wish to upgrade their Although Conditional Admission may be granted in
high school courses may enroll in various credit-free high advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, confirmation
school equivalency courses offered at Mount Royal. While of the achievement of the course requirements above will
these courses are not eligible for Alberta Education take place after all final/official transcripts have been
graduation credits or high school transcript purposes, they received by the University. Applicants who do not meet
are accepted as alternative entrance requirements for these requirements will be denied admission.
undergraduate programs offered by Mount Royal and other
Alberta universities. Post-secondary Standing
Applicants who have completed four (or more) post-

General Admission secondary courses by December 31 for the Fall Semester or
August 31 for the Winter Semester are not eligible for the
Requirements University Entrance option. Therefore, there is no post-
secondary admission route available. All applicants will be
considered on the basis of high school or mature standing
All students must meet the general admission requirements above.
for Mount Royal University programs, as indicated in the
Admission section of this Calendar except where the
information contained in this section differs. Admission to a Mount Royal
degree program following
study in the University
Requirements
Entrance Option
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements
indicated in the Admission section of this calendar, Admission to the University Entrance option does not
applicants must also satisfy the following criteria: guarantee subsequent admission to a Mount Royal degree
program. However, University Entrance students who meet
the competitive admission average/GPA of the previous
Academic Course year for their intended program, and who meet all other
general and program-specific requirements of the program,
Requirements will be offered admission to the program. Such students
must apply for admission to their intended program during
Admission to the University Entrance option is the early admission period.
competitive. The grade 12 subjects which may be presented
for evaluation for admissibility include the following
Curriculum
courses from Group A, B, and C. To allow applicants who
are missing a specific course requirement or require a
higher grade in a specific course an opportunity to upgrade The four required courses consist of the following:
their course(s), specific subjects such as English,
mathematics, etc. are not required for admission. • General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
Foundation
High School Standing • General Education Requirement Cluster 2,
Foundation
• Group A course
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, CSL courses, partnership development, and faculty support
Foundation are coordinated by Christian Cook, through the Academic
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, Development Centre (ADC). Learn more by visiting
Foundation the Students, Faculty, Community Partner pages, or contact
us through the Contact page.
Strongly recommended
Three courses for a minimum of
• UGST 1001 - Effective Learning in the nine credits are required for the
citation.
Additional Courses • BIOL 3108 - Conservation Biology
• BIOL 4299 - Directed Readings
Five courses are of the student's choosing.
Please consult the appropriate section of this calendar for • CHST 3206 - Practicum IV
course requirements of various Mount Royal degree • COMM 4501 - Roles and Practices in
programs, and/or Academic Advising Services. Contemporary Communications
• CRJS 2011 - Comparative Criminal Justice
Systems
Non-Degree • CRJS 5025 - Criminal Justice Capstone
Practicum
Community Service Learning • CRWT 4802 - Experiential Studies in
Creative Writing
• CYCC 2241 - Practicum II
MRU recognizes CSL as a high impact teaching and
learning practice where students apply academic theories • CYCC 2242 - Practicum III
and processes in service to community organizations • EDUC 2371 - Language Development and
through structured partnerships. Community partners and Literacy
professors work together to develop deep academic • EDUC 3090 - Supplemental Practicum
learning experiences that address real-world challenges. In • EDUC 4201 - Integrating Ideas, Values and
an effort to recognize student achievements in CSL, MRU Praxis
developed the CSL Citation in 2013 (recorded as a co- • ELCC 2282 - Practicum II
curricular record in student transcripts). • ELCC 2285 - Practicum III
The CSL Citation is recognition of the academic learning
• ENGL 3199 - Directed Readings
and community engagement successes of students. It is • ENGL 4199 - Directed Readings
awarded to those who complete three CSL designated • ENGL 4801 - Topics in Writing
courses (minimum of 9 academic credits) throughout their • ENTR 4343 - Growing the Enterprise
program of study. CSL designated courses entail at least • FREN 3342 - Francophone Canada
twenty hours of community service and are worth at least • GEOG 3553 - Spatial Analysis and GIS
15% of each course grade. Some courses entail CSL
• GNED 2302 - Rethinking the Public Sphere
projects worth 100% of the course grade and over 100
• GNED 3010 - Science in a Global Context
hours of project work.
MRU is a leader in Canada in CSL. Our students provided Societies
more than 300,000 hours of community service during the • HIST 2210 - Travel Studies in Canadian
2018/2019 academic year, through close to 50 courses and History
working with more than 450 community partners. CSL • HIST 2215 - History of the People of the
courses are offered across many disciplines and are Plains: Treaty 7 Field Course
available in every faculty. CSL is supported by the • HIST 3802 - Public History Field Experience
Academic Development Centre (ADC) for curriculum
• HRES 5101 - Strategic Human Resources
design and pedagogy and research (and the scholarship of
Management
teaching and learning directly).
• INBU 3730 - Special Topics in International admission to your intended program. It is important that
Business you understand your academic plan and notify your advisor
• INFO 2680 - Intercultural Communication in if your plans change throughout the year.
Information Design
• INFO 3600 - Usability Planning for a future program
• INST 2720 - Travel Studies in Indigenous Successful admission to Mount Royal programs involves
Studies meeting the admission requirements as well as presenting a
• INTS 3331 - International Community competitive average for admission to that program
Perspectives Meet Admission Requirements
• MGMT 4402 - Corporate Social
Responsibility • Every MRU program has a list of specific courses
• MGMT 4431 - Leadership Development that are required for admission to that program.
These requirements can be found on each
• MKTG 3399 - Directed Readings
program's individual home page under Admission
Requirements & Costs.
• NURS 2216 - Professional Practice III • If you are missing an admission requirement,
• NURS 3124 - Professional Practice in Child meeting it is your first priority.
Health
• NURS 3144 - Professional Practice in Meet Competitive Average
Seniors' Health
• PUBR 3843 - Communication and • The number of credit courses you complete by
Organizational Culture June 30, 2024, will determine your admission
• PUBR 3847 - Public Relations Management category into a program for Fall 2024. As an
• PUBR 4841 - Strategic Communication upgrading student, you cannot take credit-level
Planning courses. If you would like to take university-level
courses alongside your upgrading, please
consider Open Studies as an alternative program
• SLWK 2297 - Social Work Practicum II
choice.
• Your admission category determines which
Advising Guide grades Mount Royal will use to calculate your
competitive average.
First-Year Advising Guide - This table explains how we determine your admission
category and competitive average.
Academic Upgrading
• Registering for High School Mature Post-Secondary
program
courses
• Choosing courses
• Your Advisor Completes four
strategically Completes seven
or more credit
or fewer credit
Completes seven courses by Dec.
courses by June
Welcome to Academic or fewer credit
30,
31,
courses by June 2023 (including
2024 (including
Upgrading at Mount Royal 30,
transfer credit), is
transfer
2024 (including credit) AND
University! transfer credit).
21 years of age or
Completes eight
older by Sept.1,
or more courses
2024, and does not
Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal by June 30, 2024.
meet the high
University! In your year of Academic Upgrading, you will
be able to work with your Academic Advisor on a plan for
Admission Categories you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
account under the Register & Pay tab, in the My
school applicant Schedule Builder section.
criteria.
• Register Online
Competitive Average Calculation • Transfer Credit
High School Mature Post-Secondary
Competitive Competitive
Your advisor
Competitive GPA
average will be average will be
will be based on
based on your top based on your top We are looking forward to working with you! You can
the four most
two "Group A" two "Grade A" email your questions to advising@mtroyal.ca. Please
recently
High School High School ensure you include your name, MRU ID number, and any
completed and
subjects (or subjects (or relevant program goals with your email.
transferable credit
equivalents) equivalents)
courses by Dec.
completed by Dec. completed by Dec.
31, 2023. 31, 2023.
31, 2023. First-Year Advising Guide -
Aviation Diploma
Choosing courses strategically • Diploma
• If you are missing admission requirements, • First-year courses
register in these upgrading courses first. courses • Tracking your
• If you meet the minimum requirements, and you • General degree progress
are a high school or mature applicant, but your Education • Your advisor
competitive average is not high enough, consider courses
upgrading your best Group A subject(s).
• For further information on academic upgrading Welcome to the Aviation Diploma at Mount Royal
courses, visit mtroyal.ca/upgrade University!
Congratulations on your admission to the Aviation

Registering for courses Diploma! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able to
open doors to a wide range of learning and career
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and opportunities.
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
graduation requirements as outlined in the information If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the
above. recommended first-year courses. The information in this
guide is a useful resource as you learn about your Mount
Use the online Academic Upgrading listings to explore Royal program.
possible upgrading courses. You will register for courses
using the registration system found in mymru.ca, Register
& Pay tab. Diploma overview
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on
using MyMRU, our degree audit system (mruGradU8), and Core - 16 Each diploma has an area of focus
how to register for your courses. courses that will be covered in these courses.

schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
You choose your Gen Ed courses • Cluster 1: One course from Foundation or Tier 2
from four clusters: or Tier 3
• Cluster 2: One course from Foundation or Tier 2
General • numeracy and scientific or Tier 3
Education - 5 literacy, • Cluster 3: One course from Foundation or Tier 2
courses • values, beliefs and identity, or Tier 3
• community and society, • Cluster 4: Two courses: one from Foundation
and AND one from Tier 2 or Tier 3 (Recommended
• communication SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking )

First-year courses
All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown. ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
graduation requirements as outlined in the information
above.
• AIRF 1101 - Introduction to Aviation Navigation Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
• AIRF 1109 - Introduction to Aviation courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites.
Meteorology (Introductory) You will register for courses using the registration system
• AIRF 1130 - Aircraft Engines found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment *
• GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success * Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on
using mymru, our degree audit system (mruGradU8),
course descriptions and how to register for your courses.
• AIRF 2101 - Aviation History and Air Law
• AIRF 2111 - Aeronautics, Industry and Flight courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
Operations schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
• AIRF 2209 - Advanced Aviation Meteorology you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
• AIRF 2210 - Aviation Technology and Aircraft account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My
Systems Schedule Builder' section.
Techniques (course runs over two weekends) * • Register Online
• General Elective Requirements, Cluster 1, 2, 3, or • Find out when you can register
4, any Tier (one course from each Cluster is • Registration Assistance
required for graduation) • Transfer Credit
• Course prerequisite requirement
*Note: All AIRF and HPED courses must be taken in Considerations when creating your class schedule
the sequence shown. If you are unable to take GEOG
1101 or GNED 1401 in the Fall, you can substitute any When deciding your class schedule ensure you have blocks
of your other General Education requirements and then of time available to fly.
complete GEOG 1101 and GNED 1401 in the winter
semester or alternatively, take them in the second year. In August we will send you more information on how to
register for the first flying course, and a request to submit
an 'availability form' that will cover the entire fall semester.
General Education The Aviation Scheduler books you according to your
availability.
As part of your diploma, five courses will consist of
General Education. We require that you make yourself available for a minimum
of four booking slot times per week, on at least four
You must take: different days, and at least one of which must be on the
weekend. These four slots must be between the hours of
0730 and 1730 to accommodate daytime flights. In
Your advisor
addition to the four daytime bookings, you must also be
available on at least two-night slots per week to complete
night flights later in the fall. New Student Registration
For each booking slot, plan for a 5.5-hour time period. This This guide has been carefully prepared to help you with the
will allow travel time to Springbank, time to prepare for the information you need to register for classes. The Aviation
flight, conduct the flight, and return back to Calgary. department reserves enough seats in the core classes for all
admitted students. You may contact Deanna by email at
FLTR Courses: These are the courses that include your dwiebe@mtroyal.ca if you have further questions.
flight training experience. The flying fees are here:
https://www.mtroyal.ca/academics/fees/pages/2020- You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
21/aviation.php contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
the support services that are available
You will be required to be registered in FLTR 1100 by
September 1st. Information will be sent to your MRU email
in August with details on how to register. First-Year Advising Guide -
Ideally, you register in FLTR 1101 and 1103 together, as
Bachelor of Arts
you near the end of FLTR 1100. It is possible to complete
FLTR 1100 as early as the end of September, so arrange • Degree overview
your finances accordingly. •
• First-year courses Tracking your
Tracking your progress Education • Your advisor
courses • Previous post-
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool • Registering for secondary courses
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, courses
identifying the requirements you have completed and those Welcome to the Faculty of Arts at Mount Royal University!
that are still needed for graduation. As you move through
your degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of Arts.
for you to measure your progress. As a student in the Bachelor of Arts degree, you are
opening yourself up to a world of possibilities. Regardless
You will find mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca account, of the major you choose, you will gain valuable
under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on the icon or transferable skills including research, written and verbal
follow the link, your audit will open. communication, complex problem solving, knowledge of
key public and ethical debates and topics, and critical
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please thinking skills. All these skills are valued by employers and
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every open doors to a wide range of career opportunities.
time that you login to mruGradU8.
To assist with your course registration, below are the
The information in your audit is separated into two
recommended first-year courses for each major. Please also
sections:
pay close attention to General Education information, as
these course requirements will make up the bulk of your
first-year registration. All the information on this page is
• General Education (GNED) Requirements important, so please continue to read, and click on each
Each semester, information about your course registration bullet for more information about that topic.
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses
you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that Degree overview
the courses you are taking will meet graduation
requirements for your program. Understand your Bachelor of Arts degree. You are fulfilling
three degree components for a total of 40 courses* or 120
credits (4 years if completing 10 courses per academic
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. year):
Education courses is a large part of your first-year course
Each baccalaureate degree has a major
selection.
Major - 16- (core program requirements). The
20 courses number of courses required for each
major varies. BA Undeclared
You choose your Gen Ed courses from The Bachelor of Arts Undeclared is designed for students
four clusters: wishing to pursue one of the Bachelor of Arts majors or
other degree programs offered by the Faculty of Arts. This
General
• numeracy and scientific is your opportunity to explore the possibilities in Arts. Use
Education -
literacy, the course descriptions in the Academic Calendar to assist
10 courses
you with your course selection.
• community and society, and
• communication
First-Year BA Undeclared
You are also required to take a certain
number of electives for your degree. An registration suggestions for
Electives - elective is any course that does not fulfill
6-14 a requirement for either your Major or each term:
courses General Education. There are hundreds
of courses to choose from depending on Suggestion 1: Take one to two introductory course(s)
your program. from the possible Arts majors or programs:
• Sample first-year major-related Arts courses at

the 1000 level:
* The BA major in Policy Studies has 36 courses equalling o Anthropology (ANTH 1101, ANTH
120 credits. POST 3030 Internship is equivalent to 5 1103, ANTH 1105, ANTH 1106)
courses or 15 credits. o Economics (ECON 1101 or ECON
1103)
o English (ENGL 1151 or ENGL 1152)
First-year courses -- All majors o History (HIST 1101, HIST 1103, HIST
and Undeclared 1105, HIST 1111, HIST 1117, HIST
1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133, HIST
1201)
The patterns below outline a traditional 10-course academic
o Political Science (PLSC 1101)
year. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide how many
o Psychology (PSYC 1105)
courses you want to take in each semester. You are able to
o Sociology (SLGY 1101)
register for Fall and Winter semesters at this time. If you
are required to have full-time status as a student for loan • Exploring any of these above disciplines may
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, or health or satisfy major requirements, General Education
dental benefits, you will need to schedule a minimum of Tier 2 requirements, or electives in a BA major
three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a maximum of once declared.
five credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and • Browse through the Major sections in this
winter semesters. Bachelor of Arts advising guide to see suggested
courses for BA majors you may want to consider.
Full-time status requires you to be registered in a minimum • For students interested in Bachelor of Arts -
of three courses or 9 credits per fall and winter semesters. Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Interior Design:
take courses that could meet General Education
General Education is a breadth and depth component of Foundation and Tier 2 requirements (review
your new degree. Please be sure to read the section, program curriculum and course
"General Education courses," that comes after the major information). CRJS 1003 may be available in the
information to understand how to select eligible courses for winter semester without program restrictions.
General Education degree requirements. Taking General Note: First-year CRJS courses are typically restricted to
BA Criminal Justice program students only. Students
interested in the Bachelor of Interior Design may take an academic advisor and gather information about the majors
introductory Art History (ARTH) course; Interior Design Arts has to offer.
(INDS) and Design Studies (DEST) courses are restricted
to program students only. Note: 2000-level (or higher) courses should not be
attempted in the first fall semester of the program unless
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be
Suggestion 2: Take one to two introductory course(s) in required.
any area that interests you at Mount Royal:
• Explore classes from your interests or those Sample of first-year course

suggested by the BA majors that follow below.
• Browse through the other bachelor's degree
selection if you think you want
advising guides in this Academic Calendar to see to pursue a Bachelor of Arts
suggested courses for other MRU programs you
may want to consider. Please note that some major:
courses may be restricted to program students
when you locate them in the registration system Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
and this means you cannot register for them at
this time. • ANTH 1103* (sample Anthropology major)
• Primarily choose 1000-level courses. You may
take Business-related courses at the 2000 level • PLSC 1101 (sample Policy Studies major)
such as Accounting ACCT, Entrepreneurship
ENTR, Finance FNCE, Human Resources HRES, • SLGY 1101 (sample Sociology major)
International Business INBU, Logistics and
Supply Chain Management LSCM, Management • PSYC 1105 (sample Psychology major)
MGMT, Marketing MKTG, Social Innovation
SINV. • GNED 1401 (General Education Foundation
• Courses you choose may be used to satisfy Cluster 4 example - see General Education list)
General Education Tier 2 requirements or
electives in your program once you decide on *Choices for ANTH 1000 level core courses are ANTH
your major in the BA, or these courses may 1101, ANTH 1103, ANTH 1105 and ANTH 1106.
satisfy major requirements in another degree if
you decide to transfer to a different MRU
program.
Suggestion 3: Take one Foundation General Education

• HIST 1103* (sample History major)
course
• ENGL 1151 or ENGL 1152 (sample English
• General Education Foundation, Cluster 4
major)
requirement is recommended to take in fall (one
of GNED 1401 or GNED 1403 or GNED 1404)
• ECON 1101 or ECON 1103 (Sample Policy
and one other Foundation Cluster Gen Ed course
Studies major)
(from Clusters 1, 2 or 3) in the winter semester.
• Review the General Education Requirements • BIOL 1205 (Cluster 1 Tier 2 General Education
section of this guide to understand the structure example - See General Education list))
of this component of your new degree. Looking
for General Education requirements for • GNED 1201 (General Education Foundation
Foundation and Tier 2 level requirements can Cluster 2 example - See General Education list)
also assist with locating courses for your first
year. *Choices for HIST 1000-level core courses: HIST
1101, HIST 1103, HIST 1105, HIST 1111, HIST
Since you will need to declare your major choice within 10 1117, HIST 1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133 and HIST 1201.
courses of your admission to the BA, it is recommended
you attend New Student Orientation (NSO) to meet your
Full-time status: benefits), you will want to schedule a minimum of three
credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a maximum of five
If are required to have full-time status as a student, for loan credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and winter
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, or health or semesters.
dental benefits, you will need to schedule a minimum of
three credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a maximum of
five credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and Major in English
winter semesters.
The courses below are recommendations for your first year
and can be taken in any sequence to suit your interests
Major in Anthropology and/or schedule. Make sure to review the General
Education section of this document in addition to this major
The courses below are recommendations for your first year information to learn more about how to complete the
and can be taken in any sequence to suit your interests General Education requirements of your degree. You are
and/or schedule. Make sure to review the General advised to complete ENGL and GNED Foundation, Cluster
Education section of this document in addition to this major 4 courses as outlined. Please use the list of
information to learn more about how to complete the approved General Education courses to assist with course
General Education requirements of your degree. Please use selection for General Education requirements.
the list of approved General Education courses to assist
with course selection for General Education requirements. Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Choose one of the following:
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Introduction
• ANTH 1000 level* to Literature
• ANTH 1000 level* • ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention: An
• General Education Requirement, Foundation, Introduction to Literature
Cluster 4 Choose one of the following General Education
• General Education Requirement, Foundation, Requirement, Foundation Cluster 4 courses:
Cluster 1, 2, or 3
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier • GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
2 • GNED 1403 - Writing in a Digital Context:
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. Language, Media, Culture
• ANTH 1000 level* All of:
• ANTH 2102 or ANTH 2104**
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • General Education Requirement, Foundation
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) 2
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
2 2
*Choices for ANTH 1000 level core courses are: ANTH
1101, ANTH 1103, ANTH 1105 and ANTH 1106. Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
** Both courses have a laboratory component. Choose one of the following two:
Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be • English course*
attempted in the first fall semester of the program unless • Language or Linguistics requirement -any
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be Linguistics (LING) or language class in Chinese
required. (CHIN), French (FREN), Italian (ITAL),
Japanese (JPNS) or Spanish (SPAN)
Full-time status: All of:
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for loan • Intermediate Writing Course Requirement**
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental
• General Education Requirement, Foundation • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
(Cluster 1, 2 or 3) 2
• General Education Requirement, Foundation Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier • HIST 1000 level*
2 • HIST 1000 level* or HIST 1100 - Introduction to
*Suggestions include but are not limited to CRWT History (if not already completed)
1117, CRWT 1118, ENGL 2141, ENGL 2205, ENGL • General Education Requirement, Foundation
2207, ENGL 2216, ENGL 2263, ENGL 2273 , ENGL (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
2293, ENGL 2294, ENGL 2295, ENGL 2298, ENGL • General Education Requirement, Foundation
2299, ENGL 2301, or FILM 2251. Courses in the related (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
areas of Creative Writing (CRWT) and Film Studies • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
(FILM) may be used for electives and General Education. 2
*Choices for HIST 1000-level core courses: HIST 1101,
**Intermediate writing options include ENGL 2205, ENGL
HIST 1103, HIST 1105, HIST 1111, HIST 1117, HIST
2207, ENGL 2263, CRWT 2264, CRWT 2265, CRWT
1119, HIST 1131, HIST 1133, HIST 1201
2266, CRWT 2267, CRWT 2268.
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be required.
required. Plan to take ENGL 2202, ENGL 2210, and ENGL
2211 in your second year rather than your second Full-time status:
semester.
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for loan
Full-time status: funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental
benefits), you will want to schedule a minimum of
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental
five credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and
winter semesters.
five credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and
winter semesters. Major in Policy Studies
Major in History The courses below are recommendations for your first year
and/or schedule. You are advised to complete the PLSC
and ECON courses as outlined. Make sure to review the
General Education section of this document in addition to
and/or schedule. Make sure to review the General
this major information to learn more about how to complete
Education section of this document in addition to this major
the General Education requirements of your degree. Please
information to learn more about how to complete the
use the list of approved General Education courses to assist
General Education requirements of your degree. Please use
with course selection for General Education requirements.
with course selection for General Education requirements. Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.

• PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government and
Politics
• HIST 1000 level*
• HIST 1100 - Introduction to History
• General Education Requirement, Foundation,
Cluster 4 (GNED 1401 is recommended)
Cluster 4 (GNED 1401 is recommended)
• Indigenization requirment* or Elective or General Education section of this document in addition to this major
Education Requirement, Tier 2 information to learn more about how to complete the
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. General Education requirements of your degree. Please use
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics with course selection for General Education requirements.
• PSYC 1103 - Introduction to Psychology I:
• General Education Requirement, Foundation Natural Science
• Indigenization requirment* or Elective or General Cluster 4
Education Requirement, Tier 2
*Indigenization requirement: • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
2
An Indigenous context course is required for this program. • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
Some of the possible courses that can satisfy this 2
requirement may be completed in the first year of the Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
program.
• PSYC 1104 - Introduction to Psychology II:
Possible choices are as follows (one of): Social Science
• INST 1101 can be completed as early as the first- (Cluster 1, 2 or 3)
year fall or winter semester; or • General Education Requirement, Foundation
• Either of HIST 2221 or HIST 2234 can be (Cluster 1, 2, or 3)
completed as early as the first-year winter • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
semester (see Note below); or 2
• Either of HIST 3343 or HIST 3345 can be • Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
completed as early as in the second, third, or 2
fourth year (not recommended for students who Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be
are new from high school with no university attempted in the first fall semester of the program unless
experience). you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be
Note: 2000 level (or higher) courses should not be required.
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be Full-time status:
required.
Full-time status: funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental
benefits), you will want to schedule a minimum of three
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for loan credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a maximum of five
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and winter
benefits), you will want to schedule a minimum of three semesters.
credit-level courses (total 9 credits) to a maximum of five
credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and winter
semesters. Major in Sociology
Major in Psychology The courses below are recommendations for your first year
and/or schedule. You are advised to complete the SLGY
The courses below are recommendations for your first year courses as outlined. Make sure to review the General
and can be taken in any sequence to suit your interests Education section of this document in addition to this major
and/or schedule. You are advised to complete the PSYC information to learn more about how to complete the
courses as outlined. Make sure to review the General General Education requirements of your degree. Please use
the list of approved General Education courses to assist Use the list of approved General Education courses to assist
with course selection for General Education requirements. with course selection for the Tiers and Clusters outlined
below. Be sure to follow the suggested pattern for your
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. General Education requirements as outlined in your major.
• SLGY 1101 - Introduction to Sociology

• General Education Requirement, Foundation, Foundation
Cluster 4
• General Education Requirement, Foundation As you start your studies, you take a total of four General
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) Education foundation courses. Choose one from each
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier cluster.
2
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102, or GNED
2
• 2000 level SLGY course of your choice*
Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED
• 2000 level SLGY course of your choice* 1203 within your first 20 courses.
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) Cluster 3: Community and Society
• General Education Requirement, Foundation Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED
(Cluster 1, 2, or 3) 1304 within your first 20 courses.
• Elective or General Education Requirement, Tier
2
Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED
* 2000-level Sociology course options include SLGY
2212, SLGY 2218, SLGY 2233, SLGY 2235, SLGY
2250, SLGY 2253, SLGY 2255, SLGY 2265, SLGY
2271, SLGY 2273, SLGY 2275, SLGY 2277, SLGY 2731. Tier 2
attempted in the first fall semester of the program unless As you progress through your degree, choose three General
you have prior university experience. Prerequisites may be Education courses from a wider variety of courses
required.
You will take:
Full-time status:
• one Tier 2 course from Cluster 1
If you need to have full-time status as a student (for loan • two Tier 2 courses from two of the following:
funding, scholarships, UPass transit access, health or dental Clusters 2, 3, or 4.
five credit-level courses (total 15 credits) per fall and Tier 3
winter semesters.
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses
General Education courses must be from at least two different clusters.
You could take:

• three Tier 3 courses each from a different cluster
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one (Total 3); or
area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
more from different clusters (Total: 3).
baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field.
Registering for courses • If you declare a minor, which is optional, this will
be added to the bottom of your audit.
Each semester, information about your course registration
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that the
above.
courses you are taking will meet graduation requirements
for your program.
courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites.
You will register for courses using the registration system
found in mymru.ca,
Register & Pay tab.
Your advisor

Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising
information and is eager to begin working with you on your
Mount Royal experience. After reading through this
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
information carefully, you should be able to register for
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule
both your Fall and Winter semesters. Should you have
Builder' section.
questions, you may contact the Arts Academic Advisor,
Rachel Doe, by email at artsadvising@mtroyal.ca or call
• Register Online
403.440.8585. Please use your @mtroyal.ca email account.
• Registration Assistance You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
• Transfer Credit contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
• Course prerequisite requirements the support services that are available.
If you are transferring credit courses to Mount Royal from

Tracking your degree progress another post-secondary institution, or are transferring to the
Bachelor of Arts from another program at Mount Royal,
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool please contact Arts Academic Advising for an appointment:
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, email artsadvising@mtroyal.ca or call 403.440.8585.
identifying requirements you have completed and those that
are still needed for graduation. As you move through your
degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
Previous post-secondary courses
you to measure your progress.
As a student with transfer credit previously completed, you
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca have different needs when it comes to registration. Please
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on follow the steps outlined for Transfer Students on the Arts
the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. Academic Advising page for New Students. It will also
help to review the information in this guide to familiarize
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please yourself with our degree structure and components. You
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every may also be in need of first-year courses for some of your
time that you login to mruGradU8. requirements.
The information in your audit is separated into three Ensuring that your previous coursework is applied to your
sections: Arts curriculum is in your best interest. The maximum
number of courses and credits that can be applied from
• Core and/or Major Requirements institutions outside MRU is twenty (20) courses or sixty
• General Education (GNED) Requirements (60) credits (the amount applied is program-dependent).
• Electives Please be sure to review your assigned transfer
equivalencies in your MyMRU account, under the My coursework, please also read the information specifically
Program tab in the Admission box (Check transfer for students with previous post-secondary.
equivalencies) and your new mruGradU8 program audit
(refer to the 'Tracking your degree progress' section of this
guide. Keep in mind that if you have recently completed
Degree overview
winter semester courses, transfer equivalencies will be
established once your official transcripts have been
All BBA students complete 16 core
received by Mount Royal after June 30. More information
courses throughout their four years,
about transfer equivalencies can be found online here.
beginning with an introduction to key
Core - 16
disciplines (e.g. Accounting, Marketing)
If you notice many unspecified (1XXX, 2XXX, etc.) credit courses
and ending with capstone courses
assignments in the evaluation of your transfer
(Strategic Management, Business Plan
equivalencies, you could submit detailed official course
Development).
outlines to have more specific credit assigned, which would
assist with potential application to the major and General
Education requirements of the degree. Check out the Students can choose from the following
necessary steps to take here. You can also consult with Arts majors in the BBA:
Academic Advising about the application of your transfer
credit. • Accounting
• Finance
Please direct any questions you have to Arts Academic o Concentration in
Advising at artsadvising@mtroyal.ca. If you want to book Financial Services
an appointment, please call 403.440.8585. o Concentration in
Major - 10 Financial Analysis
•
First-Year Advising Guide - courses General Management
o Concentration in
Bachelor of Business Innovation and
Entrepreneurship
Administration o Concentration in
Social Innovation
• Human Resources
• Degree overview
• Registering for • International Business
• First-year courses • Marketing
courses
• Tracking your • Supply Chain Management
Education You choose your General Education
• Your advisor
courses (GNED) courses from four clusters:
General
Welcome to the Bissett School of Business at Mount Royal
Education
University!
- 10 • numeracy and scientific literacy,
Business Administration! As a BBA student, you will join
over 2000 other students working on business degrees that • communication
combine experiential learning and small class sizes to
Your remaining courses are electives, any
become the community leaders of tomorrow.
three-credit course at any level from any
subject area, as long as you meet the
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the Electives -
prerequisites.
recommended first-year courses for all majors. However, 4 courses
the rest of the information on this page is equally important, We recommend you leave these
so please continue to read all of the information on this requirements until later in your degree in
page. case you want to pursue the Honours
If you have already completed some post-secondary

program, a semester abroad, minors,
o Cluster 2 - one of GNED 1201, 1202,
Directed Readings, or field schools. or 1203, or
o Cluster 3 - one of GNED 1301, 1303,
or 1304
*ACCT 2121, ECON 1101, ECON 1103 and MGMT
First-year courses 2262 all have an extra lab or tutorial component. This is
important in the course registration process and building
your schedule.
All new BBA students (no matter the intended major) take
the same courses in their first year. This sequence is ***To graduate, students must take all 4 foundation GNED
designed to balance course workload and to ensure you take clusters. However, there is only room for 3 of the 4 in the
junior courses before senior courses with prerequisites. first-year recommended courses. Students will take their
remaining foundation GNED cluster in their second year of
The program is built on five courses per semester, so if you the program.
maintained a regular full-time course load in high school,
you should be able to take five courses per semester at
MRU. If you are especially worried about the transition or
have significant outside commitments (sports, work, OPTIONAL - Spring and Summer Semesters
family, personal), you can consider taking only four (Registration begins in March 2024)
courses per semester and making up the remaining courses
in a future optional spring semester, or by extending your Some students may choose to take courses in these
degree over a longer period of time. optional, condensed semesters to ease their fall and winter
workload. Note that course offerings are limited and the
You will register for both the fall and winter semesters at spring/summer schedule of classes is not available until
this time. March 2024. Until then you can use the current year's
spring/summer schedule as a guide.
Year One, choose up to 5 courses per semester
(Registration begins April 17, 2023)
Two courses in a spring or summer semester are
comparable to four courses in a fall or winter semester
• ACCT 2121 - Financial Accounting Concepts*
and are considered full-time.
• ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics*
• ECON 1103 - Principles of Macroeconomics*
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Resources Sample of first-year course
Business*
selection for a student with no
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing previous post-secondary
• Choose your Business Option, one of the
following:
coursework:
o ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the
Entrepreneurial Experience Fall Semester, Sept. - Dec.
o MGMT 2130 - Management Principles
and Practices • ECON 1101 - Principles of Microeconomics
o SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social • MGMT 2262 - Statistics and Analytics for
Innovation Business
• Choose three Foundation General Education • MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing
courses***: • SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social Innovation
o Cluster 1 - one of GNED 1101 or • GNED 1103 - Innovation
1103 (if you are hesitant about
Winter Semester, Jan. - Apr.
numbers, this can help you prepare for
Accounting and Statistics), or
o Cluster 4 - one of GNED 1401 or
1404 (if you are hesitant about writing,
this course can help you improve your • HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Resources
academic writing and citation skills), or • GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
• GNED 1202 - Texts and Ideas used in your program. If you think you have additional
coursework that is not showing, or coursework being used
differently than you think it should be, you need to take
action.
Tips for Scheduling Courses • View your transfer equivalencies in mymru.ca as

well as through mruGradU8.
• There are a number of tools available to help you o Ensuring that your previous
with course planning and scheduling, links to the coursework is applied to your Business
most up-to-date information about in-person curriculum is in your best interest. The
courses, courses with available seats, and a maximum number of courses and
schedule builder tool are available on the credits that can be applied from
Registration web page. institutions outside MRU is 20 courses
• There are multiple sections of most first-year or 60 credits (the amount applied is
courses. Scroll to the very bottom of the listed program dependent). Please be sure to
sections to find ones with more available seats. review your assigned transfer
Recently added sections will appear at the bottom equivalencies in your myMRU account,
of your screen. under the My Program tab in the
Admission box (Check transfer
• You may not be able to have a perfect schedule.
equivalencies) and your new
It is better to get a seat in most of your courses,
mruGradU8 program audit (refer to the
and waitlist for fewer.
'Tracking your degree progress'
• Know thyself! If you know you are not an early
section of this guide.
riser and will not be able to be on time for an
8:30 a.m. class, choose a different section of the o Keep in mind that if you have recently
same course. completed winter semester courses,
• ECON sections can be difficult to organize in transfer equivalencies will be
your schedule. The lab sections are walk-in established once your official
tutorial assistance with no formal instruction. transcripts have been received by
You need not worry about any potential time Mount Royal (after June 30, 2022).
conflict with the lab as you can attend the lab More information about transfer
whenever you want during the posted lab hours: equivalencies can be found online here.
Monday - Friday between 9:30 am and 5:00 pm
in EA 2065. o If you have unspecified credit (e.g.
• You may choose to take either ECON 1101 or UNSP 1XXX or FNCE 1XXX) the
ECON 1103 first, one is not a prerequisite for the only place this course can be used in
other. your degree is as an elective and it will
• Try to add some time in between your courses not work as a prerequisite. If you think
during the day/week. This will enable you to grab the course is equivalent to courses
a bite to eat, meet for group project work, useful in your degree (e.g. core or pre-
volunteer on campus, study or research in the requisite), you will need to submit the
library, or work out at the gym. course outline to have it reviewed and
possibly changed to a direct
• Your advisors recommend that students coming
equivalency that can be used as a core
directly from high school avoid evening, online,
or GNED requirement in your degree,
and block format sections in their first year.
or as a prerequisite. For example, if you
took Intro to Finance at another school,
and it has not been evaluated for
Action items for students with equivalency at MRU before, it may
appear as UNSP 1XXX or FNCE
Previous Post-Secondary Credit
2XXX. This course can only be used as
an elective for now (it will not work as
As a student with previous post-secondary experience, your a prerequisite) unless you request
first task is to review your transfer equivalencies and more specific equivalency. If you
previous course work, and how they are currently being
submit the course outline, and the the Academic Calendar.
course is determined to be equivalent to
FNCE 3227 (required for the BBA), o Note the prerequisite sequencing of
you will not have to take FNCE 3227 whatever major you plan to specialize
here. in outlined on page 2 of the program
planning pages. Even if you have most
o Note: International applicants are of your core/GNED and electives
only assessed for eight equivalencies as completed, it may still take you more
part of the admission process. If you than 2 years to complete a major due to
think you have more courses that could prerequisite sequencing and course
be used in your degree (e.g. additional offerings.
electives), you need to contact
transfercredit@mtroyal.ca to ask them o Your advisor can review your program
to evaluate additional courses. plan and make suggestions about
course sequencing. If you would like to
o More information about transfer discuss your core and other
equivalencies, including timelines for equivalencies and how they apply to
transfer equivalency assessments, is your degree with an Advisor, please
available online. If you miss the posted email businessadvising@mtroyal.ca
deadline, an equivalency may not be from your @mtroyal.ca account.
established in time for course
registration. This can affect whether a
• There are 10 General Education requirements
prerequisite has been met. You can still
within the BBA. If you think your previous
submit the course outline prior to a
coursework provides the depth and breadth
future deadline, but it will not be
comparable to MRU's Gen Ed requirements and
processed in time to make decisions for
would like to have a conversation about this,
the fall semester.
please email the GNED Advisor at
gnedadvising@mtroyal.ca to see if any of your
o Students are encouraged to contact the
unused courses can be used to meet GNED
Transfer Credit office at
requirements.
transfercredit@mtroyal.ca if they have
questions about their equivalencies or
o Use the General Education list of
the articulation process. approved courses to understand the
type of courses that might qualify.
o When you receive confirmation from
the Transfer Credit office that the • Interested in Cooperative Education? Newly
equivalencies for all of your submitted admitted students who have completed about a
requests have been finalized, please year's worth of courses are encouraged to apply
contact Advising to confirm your for the coop program, even if the published
remaining degree requirements. application deadline has passed.

• You may declare your intended program
(major/concentration/minor) as early as October What are your General Education requirements?
1. In the meantime, please use the 'what if' feature
on mruGradU8 to see your course requirements A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
for your intended program (be sure to choose area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
'2023-2024' as your Calendar Year). variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
o For an overview of a four-year pattern baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
for different majors/concentrations, General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
please see the program planning subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field.
pages and be sure to use the correct
years' pages (2023/2024); for program
and graduation requirements, please see
Foundation
As you start your studies, you take a total of four GNED Use the 'courses' link in the Academic Calendar to explore
foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster. possible courses of interest and to check that you meet
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
• Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102, Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you
or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses. on using mymru.ca, our degree audit system
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity (mruGradU8), and how to register for your courses.
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202, We also have an online tool to help you plan your
or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses. courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
Cluster 3: Community and Society schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
• Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303, account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule
or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses. Builder' section.
• Register Online
• Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403 , • Find out when you can register
• Transfer Credit
Tier 2 • Course prerequisite requirements
As you progress through your degree you will choose from Tracking your degree progress
a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
three courses:
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
identifying requirements you completed and those that are
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2,
still needed for graduation. As you move through your
3, or 4)
Tier 3 You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
must be from at least two different clusters.
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please
You could take: click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
• three Tier 3 courses, each from a different cluster
(Total 3); or The information in your audit is separated into three
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one sections:
The General Education section of the Academic Calendar • Core and/or Major Requirements
includes a complete list of courses that fulfill all of the • General Education (GNED) Requirements
cluster, foundation, and tier requirements. • Electives
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this will
Registering for courses be added to the bottom of your audit.
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that the
graduation requirements as outlined in the information courses you are taking will meet graduation requirements
above. for your program.
Degree overview
Your advisor Your Child Studies degree has core

Core - 12 program requirements shared between
courses both majors. These include practicums
New Student Registration and capstone courses.
Please read our FAQ's, where you will find the answers to
many of our commonly asked questions, and bookmark You will choose between two majors
these important resources. Major - 12
courses • Child and Youth Care
Bissett Business Advising Counsellor
My Degree (considerations for how to get the most out of • Early Learning and Child Care
your degree and experience at Mount Royal University)
Program Planning Guides (course planning for second-, You choose your Gen Ed courses from
third-, and fourth-year courses for specific majors) four clusters:
General Education list of approved courses General
Education - • numeracy and scientific
If you have more questions after attending one of these 10 courses literacy,
sessions, or can't attend a session, contact your advisors • values, beliefs and identity,
Heather Ansari or Carmen O'Callaghan, via email • community and society, and
at businessadvising@mtroyal.ca using your @mtroyal.ca
• communication
email address.
You can also read through your Welcome Guide which number of electives for your degree. An
contains great information about transitioning to MRU and Electives - elective is any course that does not fulfill
the support services that are available. 4-5 a requirement for the Core, Major or
courses General Education. There are hundreds
First-Year Advising Guide - of courses to choose from depending on
your program.
• Degree overview
• Registering for
• First-year
courses
First-year courses
courses
• Tracking your
• General
degree progress All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown. For
Education information on how to choose your Gen Ed courses, please
• Your advisor
courses see your advisor.
Welcome to the Bachelor of Child Studies degree at Mount
Royal University! Major in Child and Youth Care
Congratulations on your admission to the Child Studies Counsellor
degree! As a student in the program, you will be able to
open doors to a wide range of learning and career Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
opportunities.
• CYCC 1130 - Mental Health and Substance Use
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the
Issues
recommended first-year courses. You will not be able to
• CYCC 1132 - The Profession of Child and Youth
register until you have met with your Academic Advisor,
Care
Angie Smith. Please see the section "Advising Information"
for your options on connecting with your Academic • General Education Requirement Cluster 4,
Advisor. Foundation (recommended GNED 1401)
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, Tier 2 A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
(required INTS 1240) area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2 Tier 2 variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
(required PSYC 1105) baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
Year One, Semester 1 [Winter], Sept. - Dec. General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
• CYCC 1110 - Fundamental Skills in
Interviewing
• CYCC 1142 - Practicum I*
Foundation
• CYCC 2232 - Working with Vulnerable
As you start your studies, you take a total of four General
Children, Youth and Families
Education (GNED) foundation courses. Choose one from
• General Education Requirement (required PSYC
each cluster.
2235)
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
*Requires a current Calgary Police Background Check and
Intervention Record Check. More information to follow in • Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102, or GNED
your advising session regarding this requirement as the 1103 within your first 10 courses.
timing for this request is important. Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs, and Identity
Major in Early Learning and Child • Take one of GNED 1201, GNED 1202, or GNED
Care Cluster 3: Community and Society
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. • Take one of GNED 1301, GNED 1303, or GNED
• ELCC 1104 - The Profession of Early Learning Cluster 4: Communication
and Child Care
• ELCC 1109 - Child Development I • Take one of GNED 1401, GNED 1403, or GNED
• ELCC 1110 - Learning Through Play I
• ELCC 1180 - Practicum I*
Year One, Semester 1 [Winter], Sept. - Dec.
As you progress through your degree you will choose from
a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
three courses:
• ELCC 2213 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition of • one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
Young Children • two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2,
• ELCC 2282 - Practicum II 3, or 4)
Requirement (recommended INTS 1240)
*Requires a current Calgary Police Background Check and Tier 3
Intervention Record Check. More information to follow in
your advising session regarding this requirement as the You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses
timing for this request is important. must be from at least two different clusters.
You could take:

What are General Education courses? (Total 3); or
above.
for your program.
found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on Your advisor
Your advisor, Angie Smith, has carefully prepared the
information in this guide to help you prepare to register for
classes. Before you can register for courses, you will need
to attend an advising session and pay your $425 non-
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My
refundable tuition deposit.
Schedule Builder' section.
You will have an advising hold on your registration account
• Register Online and must meet with your program academic advisor. Over
• Find out when you can register the coming weeks, the advisor will be sending emails
• Registration Assistance regarding next steps, options of academic advising,
• Transfer Credit program planning, course selection and registration.
You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
Tracking your degree progress the support services that are available.

identifying requirements you completed and those that are Bachelor of Communication
you to measure your progress. • Degree overview
• First-year courses • Tracking your
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca • General degree progress
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on Education • Your advisor
the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
courses • Previous post-
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please • Registering for secondary courses
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every courses
time that you login to mruGradU8. Welcome to the School of Communication Studies at
sections: Congratulations on your admission to the Communication
Degree! As a student in the Bachelor of Communication
• Core and/or Major Requirements degree, you will be able to open doors to a wide range of
• General Education (GNED) Requirements learning and career opportunities in your chosen Major of
• Electives Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism,
or Public Relations.
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the • BMST 1405 - Writing for Audio and Video II
recommended first-year courses for each major. However,
the rest of the information on this page is equally important,
so please continue to read the full guide.
Degree overview

Major - 24 (core program requirements). The
Major in Information Design
courses number of courses required for each
major varies. Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
• INFO 1600 - Foundations of Information Design

You choose your Gen Ed courses from
• INFO 1610 - Principles of Design Thinking and
four clusters:
Doing
General • COMM 2501 - Media History and Contemporary
Issues
10 courses literacy,
• communication
You are also required to take a certain • INFO 1620 - Visual Communication
number of electives for your degree. An Fundamentals
elective is any course that does not fulfill • INFO 1661 - Technical Communication
Electives -
a requirement for either your Major or • INFO 2663 - Visual and Applied Rhetoric
6 courses
General Education. There are hundreds • General Education Requirement, Foundation
of courses to choose from depending on • General Education Requirement, Foundation
your program. See the 4-year planning guide here
Major in Journalism
First-year courses
All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown. For
information on how to choose your General Education • JOUR 1707 - Journalism Foundations I
courses, please see your advisor. • JOUR 1727 - Digital Storytelling I
• COMM 2501 - Media History and Contemporary
Issues
Major in Broadcast Media Studies
• BMST 1401 - Audio and Video Production I
• COMM 2501 - Media History and Contemporary
Issues
Major in Public Relations • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
• Take one of: GNED 1401 GNED 1403 GNED
Relations
• COMM 2501 - Media History and Contemporary Tier 2
Issues
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, As you progress through your degree you will choose from
Foundation a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, three courses:
Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2,
• PUBR 1845 - Interpersonal Communications 3, or 4)
• PUBR 2803 - Applied Visual Communication for
Public Relations
• MKTG 2150 - Introduction to Marketing Tier 3
Foundation You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, must be from at least two different clusters.
Foundation
See the 4-year planning guide here You could take:

General Education courses (Total 3); or
What are General Education courses? more from a different cluster (Total 3).
A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one

baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
General Education, a collection of courses in a range of ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field. graduation requirements as outlined in the information
above.

As you start your studies, you take a total of four GNED You will register for courses using the registration system
foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster. found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on
• Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102, course descriptions and how to register for your courses.
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule
Builder' section.
• Register Online You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
• Find out when you can register contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
the support services that are available.
• Transfer Credit
• Course prerequisite requirements First-Year Advising Guide -
• Track your program with mruGradU8
Tracking your degree progress Information Systems
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool • Degree overview
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, • Registering for
• First-year
courses
courses
still needed for graduation. As you move through your • Tracking your
• General
degree progress
Education
you to measure your progress. • Your advisor
courses
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca Welcome to the Faculty of Science & Technology at Mount
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on Royal University!
Congratulations on your admission to the Computer
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please Information Systems Degree! As a student at Mount Royal,
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every you will be able to open doors to a wide range of learning
time that you login to mruGradU8. and career opportunities.
The information in your audit is separated into three If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the
sections: recommended first-year courses for each major. However,
the rest of the information on this page is equally important,
• Core and/or Major Requirements so please continue to read the full guide for more
• General Education (GNED) Requirements information about each topic.
• Electives
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this will Degree overview
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses Each baccalaureate degree has a major
you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a Major - 26 (core program requirements). The
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that the courses number of courses required for each
courses you are taking will meet graduation requirements major varies.
for your program.
Please visit this page for more information about You choose your Gen Ed courses from
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. four clusters:
General
Your advisor 10 courses literacy,
New Student Registration • community and society, and
• communication
Your advisor has carefully prepared the information in this You are also required to take a certain
Electives -
guide to help you plan your first year at Mount Royal. You number of electives for your degree. An
4 courses
can email your questions to commadvising@mtroyal.ca or elective is any course that does not fulfill
make an appointment here. You are also invited to visit a requirement for either your Major or
mru.ca/commadvising for more information.
General Education. There are hundreds General Education courses
of courses to choose from depending on
your program. A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
First-year courses General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
It is recommended that all Bachelor of Computer
Information Systems (BCIS) students follow the Program
Planning Guide for degree progression. Foundation
As you start your studies, you take a total of four GNED
foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster.
• COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem Solving
and Programming
• General Education Requirement Cluster 4, or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
Foundation (pre-requisite for MGMT 3210 in Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
winter semester)
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 1 • Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202,
Foundation or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
• COMP 1502 - Programming II: Object Oriented Cluster 4: Communication
Programming
• COMP 2511 - Web I: Client Development • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
• MGMT 3210 - Business Communication Theory or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
and Practice (requires pre-requisite of General
Education Cluster 4, Foundation)
Tier 2
Can be placed in either Fall or Winter: As you progress through your degree, choose three Gen Ed
courses from a wider variety of courses.
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2 or 3,
Foundation You will take:
Mathematics • one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and
• One of the following: • two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2,
o MKTG 2150 - Introduction to 3, or 4)
Marketing
o LSCM 2201 - Introduction to Logistics
and Supply Chain Management Tier 3
• One of the following:
o ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses
Entrepreneurial Experience must be from at least two different clusters.
o MGMT 2130 - Management Principles
and Practices You could take:
o SINV 2201 - Introduction to Social
Innovation
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster and one Tier The information in your audit is separated into three
3 course from a second cluster (Total: 3); or sections:
• three Tier 3 courses each from a different cluster
(Total: 3). • Core and/or Major Requirements
• Electives
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and Each semester, information about your course registration
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and will be added to your audit so you can see which courses
graduation requirements as outlined in the information you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
above. great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible requirements for your program.
You will register for courses using the registration system Please visit this page for more information about
found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.

using mymru, our degree audit system (mruGradU8), Your advisor
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View Your advisor has carefully prepared your advising
schedule options and create a timetable that works best for information and is eager to begin working with you on your
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca Mount Royal experience. After reading through this
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My information carefully, you should be able to register for
Schedule Builder' section. both your Fall and Winter semesters.
• Register online The BCIS Academic Advisors are here to support you with
• Find out when you can register the start of your BCIS degree. For any additional questions
• Registration assistance please email scitechadvising@mtroyal.ca. Please include
• Transfer Credit your Mount Royal University student identification number
in your email.
Tracking your degree progress contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, First-Year Advising Guide -
still needed for graduation. As you move through your Bachelor of Criminal Justice
• Degree overview
• Registering for
You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca • First-year courses
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on courses
• Tracking your
the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. • General degree progress
Education
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please • Your advisor
courses
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every Welcome to the Criminal Justice degree at Mount Royal
time that you login to mruGradU8. University!
Congratulations on your admission to the Criminal Justice • CRJS 1001 - Introduction to
degree! As a student in the program, you will be able to Criminology (offered in Fall only)
open doors to a wide range of learning and career • CRJS 1003 - Introduction to the Justice
opportunities. System (offered in Fall only)
• CRJS 1010 - Introduction to Canadian
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the
Law (offered in Winter only)
register until you have met with your Academic • CRJS 1013 - Diversity Issues and the Criminal
Advisor, Leann Acheson. Please see the section "How Justice System (offered in Winter only)
do I access my advisor?" for your options on connecting • General Education Requirement (Cluster 1,
with your Academic Advisor. Foundation)*
Foundation)*
Degree overview • General Education Requirement (Cluster 2,
Foundation)*
All students in the Criminal Justice • General Education Requirement (Cluster 3,
program complete 21 core courses Foundation)*
Major - 21
throughout their four years, beginning • General Education Requirement (Tier2)*
courses
with an introduction to law enforcement, • Elective (any 3-credit course that does not fulfill
community outreach and victim services. a program core or General Education
requirement)
Please see the General Education Requirement section in
this guide for your specific requirements for the Criminal
four clusters:
Justice degree.
General
* One course per cluster from the approved list. GNED
courses in your first year should be chosen from
• values, beliefs and identity, Foundation and Tier 2 only.
• communication
number of electives for your degree. An What are General Education courses?
elective is any course that does not fulfill
Electives -
a requirement for the Core, Major or A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
8 courses
General Education. There are hundreds area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
of courses to choose from depending on variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
your program. baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
First-year courses
Foundation
and can be taken in any sequence to suit your interests As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen Ed
and/or schedule. foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster.
In your first year, you should register in the following Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
courses:
• Take one of: GNED 1101, or GNED 1102, or
• Four (3-credit) CRJS courses GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
• Five (3-credit) GNED courses Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
• One (3-credit) Elective
First-year recommended courses:
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
1203 within your first 20 courses. you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
Cluster 3: Community and Society account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule
Builder' section.
• Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED
1304 within your first 20 courses. • Register Online
Cluster 4: Communication • Find out when you can register
• Take one of: GNED 1401, or GNED 1403, or • Transfer Credit
• Track your program with mruGradU8
Tier 2
a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
three courses: designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2, degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
3, or 4) you to measure your progress.
You will log in to mruGradU8 through

Tier 3 your mymru.ca account, under the 'My Program' tab.
When you click on the icon or follow the link, your audit
You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses will open.
You could take: click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
(Total 3); or The information in your audit is separated into three
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one sections:
Registering for courses • Electives
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this will
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and be added to the bottom of your audit.
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and Each semester, information about your course registration
graduation requirements as outlined in the information will be added to your audit so you can see which courses
above. you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible courses you are taking will meet graduation requirements
courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites. for your program.
found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. Please visit this page for more information about
course descriptions and how to register for your courses. Your advisor
Your Bachelor of Arts -- Criminal Justice Academic
Education major, you will meet
Advisor, Leann Acheson, is here to support you with the the Alberta Teachers'
start of your degree. You will need to meet with her
Association certification
before you are able to register for your courses. requirements.
This information has been carefully prepared to guide you
Gen Ed courses are divided into
in planning your first year. Please contact Leann by email four clusters:
to schedule your advising appointment.
(lacheson@mtroyal.ca) • numeracy and
scientific literacy,
• values, beliefs, and
identity,
First-Year Advising Guide - • community and
society, and
Bachelor of Education - • communication
Elementary You will be asked to choose a
teachable minor in the first year
• Degree overview Electives/Teachable of your program. Between this
• Registering for Minor - 11 courses minor and your electives you
• First-year courses will be required to complete 11
courses
• Tracking your courses.
Education
• Your advisor
courses
First-year courses
Welcome to the Education - Elementary degree at Mount
Royal University!
All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown.
Prior to registration, you must meet with your academic
Congratulations on your admission to the Education -
advisor. New student registration begins on April 17, 2023
Elementary degree! As a student in the program, you will
- students will register for both Fall and Winter courses.
be able to open doors to a wide range of learning and career
opportunities.
Minor in English
To help you prepare for registration, the first-year course
recommendations are included below. You will not be able Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
to register until you have met with your Academic
Advisor. Please see the section "Your Advisor" for your 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
options on connecting with your Academic Advisor. 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation
Degree overview 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation
Your Education degree has core 5. Choose one of:
program requirements that o ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An
Major - 21 courses Introduction to Literature
include practicums and
capstone courses. o ENGL 1152 - Identity and Invention:
An Introduction to Literature
You will take 8 General courses):
General Education -
Education courses across all
8 courses
clusters from Tiers 1 and 2. 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
Through these courses and your
2. ENGL 2210 - English Literature to the *FREN 1109 is for students with no prior French language
Restoration or ENGL 2211 - English Literature history. If you have previous experience in French, please
from the Restoration to the Present complete the French Placement Test and contact the French
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or department to determine which course would be an
3, Foundation appropriate place to begin the minor.
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Tier 2
General Education Requirement for Cluster 3,
Minor in Physical Literacy for
Tier 2: Education
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian
Studies Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
o CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative
and International Perspective 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
Pre-Confederation 3. HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: From
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to Personal Health to Community Action
Present 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3, Foundation
Minor in French 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3, Foundation
In order to ensure that you register in the correct entry level courses):
French course, please visit the French department website
for information about completing a Placement Test 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
2. PHYL 1310 - Teaching Games for
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses): Understanding
3. General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, 2, or
3, Foundation
4. General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, Tier
3. FREN 1109 Beginners' French I (or higher
2
level)*
3, Foundation
Tier 2:
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian
3, Foundation
Studies
courses):
and International Perspective
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada:
Pre-Confederation
2. FREN 1111 Beginners' French II (or higher
level)*
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or Present
3, Foundation
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Tier 2 Minor in History
General Education Requirement for Cluster 3, Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
Tier 2:
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
Studies 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
o CNST 2233 - Canada in Comparative 3. HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre-
and International Perspective Confederation or HIST 1133 - Modern Canada,
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: 1867 to Present
Pre-Confederation 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to 3, Foundation
Present
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada:
3, Foundation Pre-Confederation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to
courses): Present
5. Choose one of:
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II o RELS 1101 - World Religions:
2. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or Western
3, Foundation o RELS 1103 - World Religions: Eastern
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 3, Tier 2 o RELS 1105 - Why Religion Matters
Minor in Indigenous Studies
Tier 2:
o HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500 Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
o HIST 1117 - America to 1865 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
o HIST 1119 - The United States, 1865 to 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
the Present 3. INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies:
the Canadian Context
Minor in Humanities 3 Foundation
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses): 3 Foundation
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I courses):
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
3 Foundation 2. INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies:
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or International Perspectives
3 Foundation 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
5. Choose one of: 3 Foundation
o PHIL 1101 - Philosophy: Knowledge 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 3, Tier 2
and Existence 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Tier 2
o PHIL 1130 - Philosophy: Sex and
Love
o PHIL 1149 - Philosophy: Values and
Minor in Linguistics
Ethics
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
courses):
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II 2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success
2. ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Introduction 3. LING 1111 - The Nature of Language I
to Literature or ENGL 1152 - Identity and 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
Invention: An Introduction to Literature 3 Foundation
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation 3 Foundation
4. Choose one of: Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five
o HIST 1101 - Europe to 1500 courses):
o HIST 1111 - South Asia and the Indian 1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II
Ocean: 2500 BCE - Present 2. LING 1113 - The Nature of Language II
o HIST 1117 - America to 1865 3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
o HIST 1119 - The United States, 1865 to 3 Foundation
the Present 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 3, Tier 2
Minor in Mathematics 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
3 Foundation
3 Foundation
5. Choose one of:
3. MATH 1150 - Mathematical Reasoning
o GEOG 1101 - The Physical
Environment
3 Foundation
o GEOG 1102 - World Regional
Geography
3 Foundation
o GEOG 1103 - The Human
Environment
courses):
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II courses):
2. MATH 2150 - Higher Arithmetic
3. MATH 1102 - Introduction to Geometry
2. PLSC 1101 - Introduction to Government and
Politics or ECON 1143 - The Economics of
3 Foundation
Contemporary Issues
5. Elective
3. HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to Present or
HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada: Pre-
Minor in General Science for Confederation
4. INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies:
Elementary Education
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses): 3 Foundation

2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Minor in Spanish
3. List A science, choose one of:
o BIOL 1202, BIOL 1205, NTSC 1112 Please note: Students with prior knowledge of Spanish
4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or must take a placement test to determine to correct entry-
3 Foundation level courses for this minor. For more information,
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or students should contact the Spanish Coordinator.
3 Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five The minor is designed for students who have successfully
courses): completed Spanish 30. Students pursuing this minor
without Spanish 30 may have to complete SPAN 1101.
2. List B Science, choose one of: Students should be aware that registration in senior-level
o ASTR 1303, CHEM 1201, CHEM SPAN courses may require successful completion of
1202, CHEM 2111, PHYS 1201 specific SPAN courses at the 2000 and/or 3000 levels and
3. List C Science, choose one of: should plan accordingly throughout their program.
o ASTR 1301, GEOG 1101, GEOG
1105 , GEOL 1109
4. General Education Requirement 1, 2, or Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses):
3 Foundation
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 4, Tier 2 1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I
3. SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I
Minor in Social Studies 4. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. (Five courses): 5. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
courses): area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
2. SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
3. General Education Requirement Cluster 1, 2, or subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field.
3 Foundation
5. General Education Requirement Cluster 3, Tier 2 Foundation
Minor in Spanish Language and As you start your studies, you take a total of four GNED
Hispanic Cultures
1. EDUC 1231 - Professional Dimensions I or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
2. GNED 1401 - Writing for Academic Success Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
3. SPAN 1101 - Beginners' Spanish I (or higher
level)* • Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202,
4. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, 2, or or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
3 Foundation Cluster 3: Community and Society
5. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. (Five or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
courses): Cluster 4: Communication
1. EDUC 1233 - Professional Dimensions II • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
2. SPAN 1103 - Beginners' Spanish II (or higher or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
level)*
3. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, 2, or
3 Foundation Tier 2
4. General Education Requirement - Cluster 1, Tier
2 As you progress through your degree you will choose from
5. Choose one of the following to fulfill your a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
General Education Requirement for Cluster 3, four courses:
Tier 2:
o CNST 1131 - Introduction to Canadian • one Tier 2 course from each cluster
Studies
and International Perspective Registering for courses
o HIST 1131 - Introduction to Canada:
Pre-Confederation It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
o HIST 1133 - Modern Canada, 1867 to ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
Present graduation requirements as outlined in the information
*Students with prior knowledge of Spanish must take a above.
contact the Spanish coordinator or academic advisor. Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
General Education courses found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.

Your advisor
schedule options and create a timetable that works best for Your academic advisor has carefully prepared the
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca information in this guide to help you with the information
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule you need to register for classes. Before you can register for
Builder' section. courses, you will need to pay your $425 non-refundable
tuition deposit and attend an advising session.
• Register Online
Please contact your advisor by email at
• Registration Assistance educadvising@mtroyal.ca for information about advising
• Transfer Credit sessions, program planning, and course selection.

Bachelor of Health and
Physical Education
still needed for graduation. As you move through your • Degree overview
degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for • Registering for
• First-year
courses
you to measure your progress. courses
• Tracking your
Education
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on • Your advisor
courses
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every Education at Mount Royal University!
The information in your audit is separated into three Health and Physical Education! As a student at Mount
sections: Royal, you will be able to open doors to a wide range of
learning and career opportunities.
• General Education (GNED) Requirements If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the
• Electives recommended first-year courses for each major. However,
• Your teachable minor will be added to the bottom the rest of the information on this page is equally important,
of your audit. so please continue to read the full guide.
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses You will register for both Fall and Winter terms at this
you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a time.
courses you are taking will meet graduation requirements Degree overview
for your program.
Please visit this page for more information about Major - 24-35 The Bachelor of Health
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. courses and Physical Education
degree has a major (core
program requirements). Major in Athletic Therapy
The number of courses
required for each of the Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
majors varies. You will
also be required to You must take:
complete practicums for
the completion of your • HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Physical
degree. Education
Leadership
You choose your Gen Ed
courses from four
clusters: • Choose up to two courses from the 'additional
courses' lists below
• numeracy and Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
General Education - 5-10 scientific

You must take:
courses literacy,
• BIOL 1216 - Human Physiology
and identity,
• community
Relaxation (1.5 credits)
and society,
• HPED 2850 - Introductory Strength Training (1.5
and
credits)
• communication
• Choose up to three courses from the 'additional
You are also required to courses' lists below
take a certain number of Additional courses that must be taken in either Fall or
electives for your degree. Winter of Year 1 are:
An elective is any course
that does not fulfill a • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
requirement for either Foundations
your Major or General • HPED 1020 - Leadership and Communication
Education. There are Additional courses to choose from:
Electives - 0-5 courses
hundreds of courses to
choose from depending Note: any courses not completed from this list can be taken
on your program. We in Year Two.
recommend that you
leave these requirements • HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical
until later in your degree Foundations
as these should be • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
senior-level courses. • PHYL 1550 - Individual Activities
Foundation
Your major courses are your priority, always register for

these courses first and then build the rest of your schedule
Major in Ecotourism and Outdoor
around them. If you plan to take a reduced course load Leadership
please take the courses listed under "You must take" then
pick one or two of the other courses listed below. Also keep Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
in mind that not all courses are offered in both Fall and
Winter semesters, look for courses that are only offered in You must take:
one semester and plan accordingly.
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Physical • Choose up to five more courses from the
Education 'additional courses' lists below
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor Additional courses that must be taken in either Fall or
Leadership Winter of Year 1 are:
• Choose up to three more courses from
the 'additional courses' lists below • HPED 1020 - Leadership and Communication
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: From
Personal Health to Community Action
• ETOL 2230 - Sustainable Tourism Additional courses to choose from:
• Choose up to four courses from the 'additional
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be taken
courses' lists below
in Year Two.
Additional courses that must be taken in either Fall or
Winter of Year 1 are:
Foundations
• HPED 1020 - Leadership and Communication
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: From
Personal Health to Community Action • PHYL 1530 - Movement Education
Additional courses to choose from: • PHYL 1550 - Individual Activities
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be taken Foundation
in Year Two. • General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
Foundation
• GEOG 1101 - The Physical Environment Foundation
• HPED 1010 - Historical and Philosophical • General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
Foundations Foundation
Foundation
Major in Sport and Recreation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Management
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, You must take:
Foundation
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Physical
Education
Major in Physical Literacy Leadership
• SRMG 1400 - Organization and Administration
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. of Sport
• Choose up to two more from the 'additional
You must take:
courses' list below
• HPED 1000 - Introduction to Health and Physical
Education
• Choose up to five courses from the 'additional
• HPED 1070 - Foundations of Outdoor courses' list below
Leadership Additional courses that must be taken in either Fall or
• Choose up to three more courses from Winter of Year 1 are:
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. • HPED 1020 - Leadership and Communication
• HPED 1040 - Wellness and the Student: From • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
Personal Health to Community Action or GNED 1304 within your first 20 courses.
• HPED 1640 - Program Planning Cluster 4: Communication
Additional courses to choose from:
Note: any courses not completed from this list can be taken or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
in Year Two.
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the Entrepreneurial a wider variety of courses to complete any further
Experience requirements for General Education.
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Resources
Foundations
Practices Registering for courses
Foundation It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
• General Education Requirement Cluster 2, ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
Foundation graduation requirements as outlined in the information
• General Education Requirement Cluster 3, above.
Foundation
Foundation
account under the Register&Pay tab, in the My Schedule
Builder section.
Foundation • Register Online


foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster. • Transfer Credit
• Take one of: GNED 1101, GNED 1102, Tracking your degree progress
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
• Take one of: GNED 1201, GNED 1202, identifying requirements you completed and those that are
or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses. still needed for graduation. As you move through your
Cluster 3: Community and Society degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca year. Workshop dates will be shared in April. If you have
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on Transfer Credit, you are also encouraged to reach out to
the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. hpedadvising@mtroyal.ca or athletic.therapy@mtroyal.ca
so your advisor can help.
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every All new BHPE students are required to attend a mandatory
time that you login to mruGradU8. program orientation which is held in September as part of
the campus-wide New Student Orientation. At this event,
The information in your audit is separated into three you will meet other students, department staff and faculty
sections: members. It is your opportunity to prepare for the start of
your degree and have fun while you are doing it.
• Electives First-Year Advising Guide -
• If you declare a minor, which is optional, this will Bachelor of Interior Design
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses • Degree overview
• Registering for
you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a • First-year
courses
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that the courses
• Tracking your
for your program. Education
• Your advisor
courses
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts at Mount Royal University!
Your advisor Interior Design! The Bachelor of Interior Design will
enable you to create effective spaces that profoundly
influence the quality of people's lives. With an
undergraduate degree, you can also pursue graduate studies
in interior design, architecture, landscape architecture or
This guide has been carefully prepared with the information environmental design, to name only a few.
you need to successfully help you register for your first
To assist with your course registration, below are the
year at MRU.
recommended first-year courses for your program. All the
information on this page is important, so please continue to
Please review the guide thoroughly before contacting your read the full guide for more information on each topic.
advisor with questions. Your academic advisors are here to
The Bachelor of Interior Design program can be completed
support you as you begin your Bachelor of Health and
only as a full-time student. Interior Design courses in the
Physical Education degree. Please include your MRU ID
fall semester act as prerequisites for the courses in the
number and use your @mtroyal.ca account for all emails.
winter semester.
Athletic Therapy students can email
athletic.therapy@mtroyal.ca for advising questions. All Degree overview
other majors in the Bachelor of Health and Physical
Education cans email hpedadvising@mtroyal.ca.
Each baccalaureate degree has a major (core
Major
You can also read through your Welcome Guide which program requirements). The number of
29 courses
contains great information about transitioning to MRU and courses required for each major varies.
General You choose your Gen Ed courses from each
You are encouraged to register for a group advising Education of the four clusters:
session, where your advisor will provide you with 10 courses
information to help you choose your courses for the first • numeracy and scientific literacy,
• values, beliefs and identity, A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
• communication.
An elective is any course that does not fulfill General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
a requirement for either your Major or subjects that will complement studies in your chosen
Electives
General Education. There are hundreds of field. Use the General Education list of approved courses to
One course
courses to choose from depending on your find eligible courses for each tier and cluster.
program.
Foundation
First-year courses As you start your studies, you take a total of four GNED
All Interior Design (INDS) and Design Studies (DEST)
courses must be taken in the sequence shown. You are
advised to complete the GNED courses as outlined below;
however, there is flexibility as to when and what clusters
you choose to complete. For more information about the
General Education requirements for this degree, please see
the General Education courses section of this guide that
follows this first-year course outline.
• INDS 1141 - Studio 1: Space + Experience

• DEST 1101 - Design History • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
• One General Education Requirement: or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. Tier 2
• INDS 1241 - Studio 2: Inhabitation

• INDS 1242 - Design + Precedent 2 a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
• INDS 1243 - Systems 2 three courses:
• One General Education Requirement: You will take:
Year One, Semester 3 [Spring], May - June • one Tier 2 Art History course from Cluster 2 and
• two Tier 2 courses from Cluster 1, 3 or 4 (no
• Not required to take courses. To ease fall and duplication of clusters)
winter workload, Interior Design students could
complete General Education and/or the elective Tier 3
requirement in Spring semesters subject to course
availability. You must take three Tier 3 courses. These three courses
Planning your entire degree must be from at least two different clusters.
For a detailed four-year pattern for degree planning, please You will take:
see the Academic Calendar for Bachelor of Interior Design
• one Tier 3 Art History course from Cluster 2 and
General Education courses • two Tier 3 courses from Clusters 1,3 or 4 (no
duplication of clusters)
above.
for your program.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on Your advisor
The Arts Academic Advising office is here to support you
We also have an online tool to help you plan your with your start in the Bachelor of Interior Design. This
guide has been carefully prepared with the information you
schedule options and create a timetable that works best for need to successfully register for your first year at MRU.
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca Please review this guide thoroughly before contacting the
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My office with your questions. Students with transfer credit can
Schedule Builder' section. contact the office for assistance with course selection. You
can reach the academic advisor, Rachel Doe, at
• Register Online 403.440.8585 or artsadvising@mtroyal.ca.
• Find out when you can register If you have completed an Interior Design diploma program
• Registration Assistance from Lethbridge College, Lakeland College, or NAIT,
• Transfer Credit please connect with Paula Dozois, the Interior Design
• Course prerequisite requirements Advisor, to understand the transfer credit you will receive
and the specific INDS and DEST courses you will need to
register in as your curriculum will be altered from what you
Tracking your degree progress see in this guide. You can reach Paula Dozois at
403.440.6102 or pdozois@mtroyal.ca.
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, For information on computer and software requirements for
identifying requirements you completed and those that are the program, please visit the Department of Interior Design
still needed for graduation. As you move through your website.
Previous post-secondary courses
account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on As a student with transfer credit previously completed, you
the icon or follow the link, your audit will open. may have different needs when it comes to registration.
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please Ensuring that your previous coursework is applied to your
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every time Interior Design curriculum is in your best interest. Please
that you login to mruGradU8. be sure to review your assigned transfer equivalencies in
your MyMRU account, under the My Program tab in the
The information in your audit is separated into three Admission box (Check transfer equivalencies) and your
sections: new mruGradU8 program audit (refer to the 'Tracking
your degree progress' section of this guide. More
• Core and/or Major Requirements information about transfer equivalencies can be found
• General Education (GNED) Requirements online here.
• Electives
If you notice many unspecified (1XXX, 2XXX, etc.) credit • numeracy and scientific literacy,
assignments in the evaluation of your transfer
equivalencies, you could submit official course outlines to
have more specific credit assigned, which would assist with
application to the General Education requirements of the • communication.
degree. Check out the necessary steps to take here. You can Practicum facilitates your application of
also consult with Arts Academic Advising about the Clinical theory, gained in lectures, labs and
application of your transfer credit (see contact details Placements tutorials, to practice through clinical
below). experience.
If you have potential Interior Design (INDS) transfer

equivalencies, (you have attended another interior design,
environmental design, or architectural design program not First-year courses
listed above) you will need to submit PDF documents of
detailed course outlines and examples of completed course The courses listed below are required and must be
assignments for evaluation directly to the Interior Design completed in the order indicated before you can move on to
advisor, Paula Dozois. You can reach her at your second-year midwifery courses. For information on
pdozois@mtroyal.ca. how to choose your General Education (Gen Ed) courses,
please see your advisor.
Please direct any questions you have to Arts Academic
Advising at artsadvising@mtroyal.ca. If you want to book Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec., Required
an appointment, please call 403.440.8585.
• MDWF 1001 - Survey of Midwifery - Past and
present
First-Year Advising Guide - • BIOL 1220 - Anatomy and Physiology I
Bachelor of Midwifery • NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with Individuals
I
Choose up to two of the following courses for a maximum
• Degree overview of FIVE courses total in this semester.
• Registering for
• First-year
courses
courses • GNED Cluster 1 Foundation
• Tracking your
• General • GNED Cluster 2 Foundation
degree progress
Education • GNED Cluster 3 Foundation
• Your advisor
Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and • HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health
Education at Mount Royal University and congratulations • INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional
on your admission to the Bachelor of Midwifery! Communication
Here you will find the required courses for the first year of
your degree. The information listed below your first-year • WGST 2221 - Women and Health
courses is equally important, so please continue to read the Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr., Required
full guide for more information on each topic.
• MDWF 1003 - Lab Sciences for Midwifery
Degree overview • NURS 1213 - Health Promotion with Individuals
II
Each baccalaureate degree has a major Choose up to two of the following courses for a maximum
Major - 28 of FIVE courses total in this semester. (Choose courses that
(core program requirements). The number
courses
of courses required for each major varies. you did not complete in the Fall semester).
General • GNED Cluster 1 Foundation

Education - 4 • GNED Cluster 2 Foundation
each of the four clusters:
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and Cluster 4: Communication
Research Literacies » Take one of GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health 1404 within your first 10 courses.
Communication Registering for courses
• WGST 2221 - Women and Health It is your responsibility to register in your courses and
Year One, Semester 3 [Spring], May - June ensure that the courses you select meet the program and
Choose up to two courses for a maximum of TWO courses above.
total in this semester. (Choose courses that you did not
complete in either the Fall or Winter semesters). Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
• GNED Cluster 1 Foundation You will register for courses using the registration system
• GNED Cluster 2 Foundation found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
• HLTH 2250 - Introduction to Information and course descriptions and how to register for your courses.
Research Literacies
• HPED 2507 - Nutrition and Health We also have an online tool to help you plan your
• INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
Communication schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
• MATH 2333 - Statistics for Life Sciences you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
• WGST 2221 - Women and Health account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My
Schedule Builder' section.
General Education • Register Online

A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one • Registration Assistance
area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a • Transfer Credit
variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's • Course prerequisite requirements
subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field. Tracking your degree progress
Foundation mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
You will complete a total of four Gen Ed foundation designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
courses. Choose one from each cluster. identifying requirements you completed and those that are
Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
» Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102 or GNED you to measure your progress.
Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on
» Take one of GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
Cluster 3: Community and Society click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
» Take one of GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED time that you login to mruGradU8.
sections:
• Core and/or Major Requirements Degree overview
• Electives
Each semester, information about your course registration Major - 31
(core program requirements). The number
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses courses
of courses required for each major varies.
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that
each of the four clusters:
requirements for your program.
General
Education - 4 • numeracy and scientific literacy,
Your advisor • communication.

Clinical Put what you have learned to work in a
Placement variety of health care settings
Lauren Denney
Coordinator, Practicum and Advising
Email: midwifery@mtroyal.ca
Potential first-semester courses
Contact your advisor with questions about the course
selection outlined in your program planning guide, transfer
credit, and pre-practice requirements. These courses are a sample of potential first semester
courses available to you. Working with your advisor, you
You can also read through your Welcome Guide which will develop the structure of your first year in the Bachelor
contains information about transitioning to MRU and the of Nursing.
support services that are available.
Potential Courses - Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
First-Year Advising Guide - • BIOL 1220 - Anatomy and Physiology I

Bachelor of Nursing • INTS 1240 - Fundamentals of Professional
Communication
• Degree overview • MATH 2333 Statistics for Life Sciences
• Tracking your • NURS 1111 - Theoretical Foundations of
degree progress Nursing I
• General
• Your advisor • NURS 1112 - Health Promotion with Individuals
Education courses
• Mandatory I
• Registering for
advising session • General Education Requirement Cluster 1,
courses
Foundation*
Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Community and
Education at Mount Royal University! • General Education Requirement Cluster 2,
Foundation*
Congratulations on your admission to the Nursing Degree! • General Education Requirement Cluster 3,
As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able to open Foundation*
doors to a wide range of learning and career opportunities. • General Education Requirement Cluster 4,
Foundation*
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the * You will be required to choose one General
recommended first-year courses for each major. You will Education Foundation course from each cluster.
not be able to register until you have attended an
advising session and met with your Advisors. The
information in this guide is a useful resource as you learn General Education courses
about your Mount Royal program.
subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field. mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
Foundation identifying requirements you completed and those that are
As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen Ed still needed for graduation. As you move through your
foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster. degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
» Take one of GNED 1101, GNED 1102 or GNED You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
1103 within your first 10 courses. account, under the 'My Program' tab. When you click on
» Take one of GNED 1201, GNED 1202 or GNED In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please
1203 within your first 20 courses. click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
» Take one of GNED 1301, GNED 1303 or GNED The information in your audit is separated into three
1304 within your first 20 courses. sections:
Cluster 4: Communication • Core and/or Major Requirements

» Take one of GNED 1401, GNED 1403 or GNED • General Education (GNED) Requirements
1404 within your first 10 courses. • Electives
Registering for courses you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and the courses you are taking will meet graduation
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and requirements for your program.
above. Please visit this page for more information about
You will register for courses using the registration system Your advisor
using mymru, our degree audit system (mruGradU8), Your academic advisors, Bonnie Mui, and Jill Yaeck, are
course descriptions and how to register for your courses. here to support you with your start in the Bachelor of
Nursing. You can contact them by email
We also have an online tool to help you plan your at nursingadvisors@mtroyal.ca with questions about the
courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View course selection as outlined in this guide, transfer credit,
schedule options and create a timetable that works best for and New Student Orientation.
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
Schedule Builder' section. contains great information about transitioning to MRU and
• Register Online
Mandatory advising session
• Transfer Credit
All students admitted to the Bachelor of Nursing
a requirement for the Core, Major or
automatically have a hold placed on their account. The General Education. There are hundreds
hold is removed once the student has attended an Advising
of courses to choose from depending on
session. Please visit this page for the next available your program.
advising session.
First-Year Advising Guide - First-year courses

Bachelor of Science
It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science
students follow the Program Planning Guide for degree
• Degree overview
• Registering for progression.
• First-year
courses
courses
• Tracking your Major in Biology
• General
degree progress
Education
• Your advisor
courses Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.
Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Technology at
Mount Royal University! • BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell Biology
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure and
Congratulations on your admission to the Bachelor of Bonding
Science Degree! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
able to open doors to a wide range of learning and career • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
opportunities. • General Education Requirement, Cluster 1,
Foundation
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
recommended first-year courses for each major. It's highly
recommended that you meet with an Advisor prior to • BIOL 1204 - The Evolution of Eukaryotes
registering for your courses. The information in this guide
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - Introduction
is a useful resource as you learn about your Mount Royal
to Quantitative Chemistry
program.
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 2 or 3,
Degree overview Foundation
Foundation
Note:
Major - 24- (core program requirements). The
29 courses number of courses required for each
• Please note that PHYS 1202 requires both PHYS
major varies.
1201 and MATH 1200 as prerequisites.
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science
You choose your Gen Ed courses from students follow their Program Planning Guide for
four clusters: degree progression.
General
Education - Major in Chemistry
• communication • CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure and
Bonding
Electives - You are also required to take a certain
1-4 courses number of electives for your degree. An • MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I
elective is any course that does not fulfill • PHYS 1201 - Classical Physics I
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 1, • Cognate Course (information about cognate
Foundation courses is on page 2 of your Program Planning
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 4, Guide)
Foundation Note:
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - Introduction students follow the Program Planning Guide for
to Quantitative Chemistry degree progression.
• COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem Solving
for the Sciences Major in Environmental Science
o or BIOL 1202 - Introduction to Cell
Biology (if interested in the Analytical
Biochemistry concentration, see the
concentration course plan here), COMP
• CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry - Introduction
2001 is still required and should be
to Quantitative Chemistry
completed in 2nd year.
• MATH 1185 - Calculus with
Applications or MATH 1200 - Calculus for
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 2 or 3,
Scientists I
Foundation
Note:
Foundation
• Please note that PHYS 1202 requires both PHYS • General Education Requirement, Cluster 4,
1201 and MATH 1200 as prerequisites. Foundation
students follow the Program Planning Guide for
• ECOL 1111 - Terrestrial Ecology
degree progression.
• ENVS 2100 - Introduction to Environmental
Major in Computer Science Science (requires GNED 1101 or 1103 as a
prerequisite)
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. • General Education Requirement, Cluster 2,
Foundation
• COMP 1701 - Introduction to Problem Solving • General Education Requirement, Cluster 3,
and Programming Foundation
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I Note:
Foundation • Two concentrations are required, concentration
• General Education Requirement, Cluster 2, courses can be found on page 2 of the Program
Foundation Planning Guide.
• Cognate Course (information about cognate • It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science
courses is on page 2 of your Program Planning students follow the Program Planning Guide for
Guide) degree progression.
Major in General Science
• COMP 1633 - Introduction to Computer Science
II
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists and
Engineers
• Concentration B (1000 level)
Foundation
• General Education Requirement Foundation, A great education doesn't just make you an expert in one
Cluster 1 area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
• General Education Requirement Foundation, variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
Cluster 4 baccalaureate degree and diploma programs will include
Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr. General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
• Concentration B (1000 level) Foundation
• MATH 2200 Calculus for Scientists II
• General Education Requirement Foundation,
Cluster 2
• General Education Requirement Foundation
Cluster 3 Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Note:
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
students follow the Program Planning Guide for Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
degree progression.
Major in Geology or GNED 1203 within your first 20 courses.
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. • Take one of: GNED 1301, GNED 1303,
• CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry - Structure and Cluster 4: Communication
Bonding
• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth • Take one of: GNED 1401, GNED 1403,
• MATH 1200 - Calculus for Scientists I or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
• General Education Requirement, Cluster
1, Foundation
Tier 2
• COMP 2001 - Computer-Based Problem Solving a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of
for the Sciences three courses:
• MATH 1203 - Linear Algebra for Scientists and
• three Tier 2 courses from each of clusters 2, 3,
and 4
Engineers
3 Foundation Tier 3
• General Education Requirement, Cluster
4, Foundation
Note:
• It is recommended that all Bachelor of Science You could take:
students follow the Program Planning Guide for
degree progression. • three Tier 3 courses, each from a different cluster
(Total 3); or
General Education • two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one
above.
for your program.
Visit our Tutorials page for useful videos to guide you on Your advisors
course descriptions and how to register for your courses. New Student Registration

you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca Mount Royal experience. After reading through this
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My Schedule information carefully, you should be able to register for
Builder' section. both your Fall and Winter semesters.
• Register Online
• Find out when you can register The Bachelor of Science Academic Advisors are here to
• Registration Assistance support you with the start of your BSc degree. For any
• Transfer Credit additional questions please
• Course prerequisite requirements email scitechadvising@mtroyal.ca. Please include your
Mount Royal University student identification number in
your email.
you to measure your progress. First-Year Advising Guide -
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca Bachelor of Social Work
• Degree overview
• Registering for
In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please • First-year
courses
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every courses
• Tracking your
• General
degree progress
Education
The information in your audit is separated into three • Your advisor
courses
sections:
Welcome to the Bachelor of Social Work degree at Mount
Royal University!
• General Education (GNED) Requirements Congratulations on your admission to the Social
• Electives Work degree! As a student in the program, you will be able
to open doors to a wide range of learning and career • SLWK 1114 Introduction to Social Work
opportunities. History, Philosophy and Theory
• SLWK 2215 Social Work Assessment and
If you are eager to register for your courses, below are the
Documentation
• INST 1101 Introduction to Indigenous Studies:
register until you have met with your Academic Advisor,
Gina Adams. Please see the section "Your Advisor" for
your options on connecting with your Academic Advisor. • General Education Cluster 4, Foundation
Degree overview • SLWK 1187 Social Welfare Policies and Issues

• SLWK 2216 Counselling Skills
• SLWK 2224 Indigenous Knowledges and
All students in the Social Work
Core - 18 Practices in Social Work
degree program complete 18 core
courses • General Education Cluster 1, Foundation
courses throughout their four years
• General Education Cluster 2, Foundation
You will choose between two

Concentration concentrations General Education courses
- 6 courses
• Child Intervention What are General Education courses?
• Generalist Social Work
You choose your Gen Ed courses area - it gives you a well-rounded knowledge base in a
from four clusters: variety of areas. That is why all of Mount Royal's
General • numeracy and scientific General Education, a collection of courses in a range of
Education - 10 literacy, subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field.
and
Foundation
• communication
As you start your studies, you take a total of four Gen Ed
You are also required to take a foundation courses. Choose one from each cluster.
degree. An elective is any course that Cluster 1: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy
Electives - 4 does not fulfill a requirement for the
courses Core, Major or General Education. • Take one of: GNED 1101, or GNED 1102,
There are hundreds of courses to or GNED 1103 within your first 10 courses.
choose from depending on your Cluster 2: Values, Beliefs and Identity
program.
First-year courses Fall 2023
All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown. For
information on how to choose your General Education
courses, please see your advisor.
Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec. or GNED 1404 within your first 10 courses.
• INTS 1240 Fundamentals of Professional

Communication
Tier 2
As you progress through your degree you will choose from mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
a wider variety of courses. In Tier 2 you will take a total of designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
three courses: identifying requirements you completed and those that are
• one Tier 2 course from cluster 1, and degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
• two Tier 2 courses from two different clusters (2, you to measure your progress.
3, or 4)
You will log in to mruGradU8 through
your mymru.ca account, under the 'My Program' tab.
Tier 3 When you click on the icon or follow the link, your audit
will open.
click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
You could take:
sections:
(Total 3); or
• two Tier 3 courses from one cluster, plus one • Core and/or Major Requirements
• Electives
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and Each semester, information about your course registration
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and will be added to your audit so you can see which courses
graduation requirements as outlined in the information you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
above. great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that the
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible for your program.
You will register for courses using the registration system Please visit this page for more information about
found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions.

Your advisor
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca Mount Royal experience. Before you can register for
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My courses, you will need to attend an advising session and
Schedule Builder' section. pay your $425 non-refundable tuition deposit.
• Register Online Please contact your advisor, Gina Adams, by

• Find out when you can register email at gadams@mtroyal.ca for information about
program planning, course selection, and registration.
• Transfer Credit You can also read through your Welcome Guide which
• Course prerequisite requirements contains great information about transitioning to MRU and

To get started, please visit the Plan Your Studies page for
First-Year Advising Guide - more information like:
Embalmer Certificate • Your Program Planning Guide
• Certificate overview Course Registration Tutorial
• International
• Registering for • Information about textbooks, orientation,
students
courses preparing for your first week, and more.
• Your advisor
• Track your progress For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists and
more, visit the Registration Resource Website.
Welcome to the Embalmer Track your progress

Certificate at Mount Royal
University! designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
Congratulations on your admission to the Embalmer still needed for graduation. As you move through your
Certificate. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able certificate, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool
to open doors to a wide range of learning and career for you to measure your progress.
opportunities. The information in this guide is a useful
resource as you learn about your Mount Royal program. You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
See below to help you plan your first year in the program. account, under the 'My Program' tab (at the bottom of the
page). Please visit this page for more information about
Certificate Overview
The Embalmer Certificate integrates core online courses
and experiential learning through a supervised practicum
and work experience. This program prepares you to be International students completing the program while
licensed as an embalmer. residing outside of Canada may not be required to obtain a
Study Permit.
The certificate consists of 10 courses that are completed
through part-time studies. If you wish to complete the
certificate in one year, we recommend that you follow the
Your advisor
sequence outlined in the Program Planning Guide.
The Embalmer certificate has a dedicated administration
Embalming Practicum (XFDC 20023) and Restorative Art team that is here to support you during your time at Mount
II (XFDC 20010) courses are scheduled in Calgary. Royal. You can connect with your advisor at
Students residing outside of the Calgary area will complete fde@mtroyal.ca with questions about your course selection
these courses during an Intensive Institute. Visit the Plan and program path.
Your Studies page for more details.

Funeral Director Certificate
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and • International
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and • Registering for
students
graduation requirements as outlined in the Program courses
• Your advisor
Planning Guide. You will register for courses using the • Track your progress
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
move through your certificate, mruGradU8 will become a
Welcome to the Funeral great planning tool for you to measure your progress.
Director Certificate at Mount You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
Royal University! account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this page
for more information about mruGradU8, including
frequently asked questions.
Congratulations on your admission to the Funeral Director
Certificate. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please
to open doors to a wide range of learning and career click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
opportunities. The information in this guide is a useful time that you login to mruGradU8.
resource as you learn about your Mount Royal program.
See below to help you plan your first year in the program.
Certificate Overview International students who complete the program while
residing outside of Canada may not be required to obtain a
The Funeral Director Certificate integrates online courses Study Permit.
and experiential learning through supervised work
experience. This program prepares you to be licensed as a
funeral director. Your advisor
The certificate consists of 12 courses that are completed The Funeral Director Certificate has a dedicated
through part-time studies. If you wish to complete the administration team that is here to support you during your
certificate in one year, we recommend that you follow the time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your advisor at
sequence outlined in the Program Planning Guide. Visit the fde@mtroyal.ca with questions about your course selection
Plan your Studies page for more details. and program path.
Registering for Courses First-Year Advising Guide -

It is your responsibility to register in your courses and Funeral Service Diploma
graduation requirements as outlined in the Program
• Diploma overview
Planning Guide. You will register for courses using the • International
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. • Registering for
students
courses
• Your advisor
To get started with your course selection, please visit the • Track your progress
Plan your Studies page for information like:

• Step-by-step registration instructions with the Welcome to the Funeral
Service Diploma at Mount
preparing for your first week, and more. Royal University!
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists and
Congratulations on your admission to the Funeral Service
Diploma. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able to
Track your progress open doors to a wide range of learning and career
opportunities. The information in this guide is a useful
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool resource as you learn about your Mount Royal program.
designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history, See below to help you plan your first year in the program.
identifying requirements you have completed, and those
requirements that are still needed for graduation. As you Diploma overview
The Funeral Service Diploma integrates core online
courses, experiential learning through a supervised
practicum, and work experience courses. This program
prepares you to license as a funeral director and as an International students who complete the program while
embalmer. residing outside of Canada may not be required to obtain a
Study Permit.
This diploma consists of 20 required courses and can be
completed through full-time or part-time studies. Visit our Your advisor
Plan Your Studies page to access our Program Planning
Guide, and review sample schedules.
The Funeral Service Drogram has a dedicated
Embalming Practicum (XFDC 20023) and Restorative Art administration team that is here to support you during your
II (XFDC 20010 ) courses are scheduled in Calgary. time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your advisor at
Students residing outside of the Calgary area will complete fde@mtroyal.ca with questions about your course selection
these courses during an Intensive Institute. Visit the Plan and program path.
Your Studies page for more details.

Massage Therapy Diploma
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and • Diploma
graduation requirements as outlined in the Program overview
Planning Guide. You will register for courses using the • Track your progress
• Registering for
registration system found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. • Your advisor
courses
To get started, please visit the Plan your Studies page for
information like:

Welcome to the Massage
• Step-by-step registration instructions with the Therapy Diploma at Mount
• Preparing for work experience and embalming Royal University!
practicum labs
• Information about textbooks, orientation, Congratulations on your admission to the Massage Therapy
preparing for your first week, and more. Diploma. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able to
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists and open doors to a wide range of learning and career
more, visit the Registration Resource Website. opportunities. The information in this guide is a useful
See below to help you plan your first year in the program.
Track your progress
mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool Diploma overview

identifying requirements you completed, and those The Massage Therapy Diploma is accredited by the
requirements that are still needed for graduation. As you Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation and
move through your diploma, mruGradU8 will become a recognized by professional associations and regulatory
great planning tool for you to measure your progress. colleges. Delivering training to the highest national
standards, the 2200-hour diploma integrates theory and
You will log in to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca research through lecture, blended and online courses. Gain
account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this page real-life experience through experiential learning
for more information about mruGradU8, including opportunities within supervised settings.
The diploma consists of 34 required courses. If you wish to
complete the diploma in two years, we recommend that you
follow the sequence outlined in the Program Planning
Guide. Visit the Plan your Studies page for more details.
Track your progress
Registering for courses mruGradU8 is a program audit system and advising tool
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and identifying requirements you completed, and identifying
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and those requirements that are still needed for graduation. As
graduation requirements as outlined in the Program you move through your diploma, mruGradU8 will become
Planning Guide. You will register for courses using the a great planning tool for you to measure your progress.
To get started, please visit the Plan your Studies page for account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this page
information like: for more information about mruGradU8, including
Your advisor
preparing for your first week, and more. The Massage Therapy Diploma has a dedicated
For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists and administration team that is here to support you during your
more, visit the Registration Resource Website. time at Mount Royal. You may connect with your advisor
at massage@mtroyal.ca with questions about your course
selection or program path.
First-year courses

Open Studies
• XPFT 20001 - Human Anatomy
• XMAT 25001 - Medical Terminology • Plan for a future
program • Registering for
• Competitive courses
• XMAT 25003 - Fundamentals of Charting
Admission • Loan application
• XMAT 25004 - Fundamentals of Massage
• Choosing credit information
classes • Academic
• XMAT 25006 - Massage Techniques I
• Your academic Advising
year at a glance
• XMAT 25007 - Outreach I

• XMAT 25008 - Pathology I Welcome to Open Studies at
• XMAT 25009 - Therapeutic Exercise I
• XMAT 25010 - Massage Techniques II Mount Royal University!
• XMAT 25011 - Orthopedic Assessment I
• XMAT 25012 - Practicum I Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal
Year One, Semester 3 University! In your year of Open Studies, you will be able
to work with your Academic Advisor on a plan for
• XMAT 25013 - Regional Anatomy admission to your intended program. It is important that
• XMAT 25014 - Regional Anatomy Lab you understand your academic plan and notify your advisor
if your plans change throughout the year.
• XMAT 25015 - Fundamentals of Research
Planning for a future program Admission Categories
2024 (including 21 years of age or credit) AND

Successful admission to Mount Royal programs involves
transfer credit). older by Sept.1, Completes eight
meeting the admission requirements as well as presenting a
2024, and does not or more 3-
competitive average for admission to that program
meet the high credit courses
Meet Admission Requirements school applicant by June 30, 2024.
criteria.
• Every MRU program has a list of specific courses
that are required for admission to that program.
These requirements can be found on each
program's individual home page under Admission Competitive Average Calculation
• If you are missing an admission requirement you High School Mature Post-Secondary
will have until June 30, 2024, to complete it.
Meet Competitive Average Competitive Competitive
Competitive GPA
average will be average will be
will be based on
• You must present a competitive average for based on your top based on your top
the four most
admission to most programs at Mount Royal two "Group A" two "Group A"
recently
University. High School High School
completed and
• Please see the chart below to see what admission subjects (or subjects (or
transferable 3-
category you qualify for based on the number of equivalents) equivalents)
credit courses
post-secondary courses you have completed, or completed by Dec. completed by Dec.
by Dec. 31, 2023.
plan to complete in the next academic year. 31, 2023. 31, 2023.
Apply for your New Program
To be eligible for a new program for Fall 2024 at Mount

Royal, it is recommended that you apply during early
Choosing credit classes
admission (October 1 - February 1). Some programs at
Mount Royal have application deadlines for February 1, • You can take a maximum of 30 credits (generally
so please ensure that you are aware of any specific 10 courses) in Open Studies. Credit classes are
application deadlines that might be in place. University level courses. Upgrading classes are
non-credit and do not count toward the 30 credit
maximum. Using your 30 credits wisely involves
Competitive Admission purposeful planning to increase your chances of
future admission to a program.
Mount Royal uses several different applicant categories for • Every degree at Mount Royal includes General
admission evaluation. The applicant category you fall into Education (Gen Ed) courses. Open Studies
will depend on the number of post-secondary credit-level students will be able to find courses from the list
you have completed within a specific time from. The table of Tier 2 General Education courses, and may be
below explains how the applicant category and competitive able to find foundation General Education
averages are calculated. courses (if not restricted).
• Undergraduate studies UGST 1001, UGST 1002,
Admission Categories UGST 1003, and UGST 1004 are courses
designed to make you a better university student
High School Mature Post-Secondary and can be used as an elective towards most
programs.
Completes seven Completes four • For course descriptions, please follow this link to
Completes seven or fewer credit or more credit the online Academic Calendar.
or fewer credit courses by June courses by Dec. • Courses from your intended major can sometimes
courses by June 30, 31,
be difficult to get into, but if you can, go ahead!
30, 2024 (including 2023 (including
Have a look at the advising guide for the program
transfer credit), is transfer
you intend to take next year for a list of first-year
classes in that major. Most first-year courses can Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
be found in Tier 2 General Education, Open courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites.
Studies students should focus on choosing You will register for courses using the registration system
courses from this area. found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.

Your academic year at a glance using MyMRU, our degree audit system (mruGradU8), and
how to register for your courses.
The information below provides possible pathways for
students to plan their year in Open Studies. No matter We also have an online tool to help you plan your
which applicant category you may fall into, we recommend courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
that you consider Undergraduate Studies courses (UGST schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
1001, UGST 1002) as possible course options for this year. you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
account under the Register & Pay tab, in the My Schedule
High School & Mature Applicant Admission Plan Builder section.
Fall semester • Register Online

• Upgrade two strongest Group A subjects to create
your strongest competitive
• Transfer Credit
average. View Academic Upgrading courses
here. • Course prerequisite requirements
• May add credit-level courses (General Loan application information

Education courses are suggested) (would need 9
credits to be full-time)
To be a full-time student, you must take three 3-credit
Winter & Spring semesters courses in a semester (9 credits per semester qualifies as
full-time).
• Complete outstanding high school admission
Apply through Student Aid Alberta. Student loan
requirements
applications will open in June. Visit the Financing Your
• Continue completing additional credit-level
Education page for more information about financing your
courses as desired (would need 9 credits to be
education.
full-time)
Post-Secondary Applicant Admission Plan Academic Advising

Fall semester
We are looking forward to working with you throughout
your Open Studies year! Advising appointments are limited
• Complete four credit-level courses, focusing on
to 30 minutes and will not normally cover how to use the
courses in your strongest subject areas
registration system. Please review the information above
Winter & Spring semesters
regarding how to use the registration system. You are
strongly advised to register for courses before meeting with
• Complete an additional four credit-level courses
an advisor. If there are changes to be made, your advisor
• Complete any outstanding admission
will discuss them with you.
requirements
We are always available to answer your questions by email
at advising@mtroyal.ca. Please ensure you are using your
Registering for courses @mtroyal.ca email address and always include your MRU
ID number and intended program(s). You are encouraged to
look at the Academic Advising Guides for your desired
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and program for possible course suggestions. These guides
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and include a list of courses that a first-year student in the
graduation requirements as outlined in the information program would take.
above.
You can also read through your Welcome Guide which • Step-by-step registration instructions with the
contains great information about transitioning to MRU and Course Registration Tutorial
the support services that are available. • Information about textbooks, orientation,
First-Year Advising Guide - For additional information on transfer credit, waitlists and
Personal Fitness Trainer
Diploma Track your progress

• Diploma designed to assist you in reviewing your academic history,
overview • Track your progress identifying requirements you completed, and those
• Registering for • Your advisor requirements that are still needed for graduation. As you
courses move through your diploma, mruGradU8 will become a
great planning tool for you to measure your progress.
Welcome to the Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma at
account, under the 'My Program' tab. Please visit this page
for more information about mruGradU8, including
Congratulations on your admission to the Personal Fitness frequently asked questions.
Trainer Diploma. As a student at Mount Royal, you will be
able to open doors to a wide range of learning and career
opportunities. The information in this guide is a useful Your advisor
See below to help you plan your first year in the program. The Personal Fitness Trainer Drogram has a dedicated
administration team that is here to support you during your
Diploma overview time at Mount Royal. You can connect with your advisor at
pft@mtroyal.ca with questions about your course selection
or program path.
The Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma is designed to
respond to the competitive demands for well-trained and
knowledgeable personal fitness trainers. This 1060-hour First-Year Advising Guide -
program is completed through a combination of lecture,
blended, and online courses. It integrates theory and Post Bachelor's Certificates
experiential learning within supervised settings.
Business Administration
The diploma consists of 22 required courses and can be
completed in a minimum of two years to a maximum of six
• Course selection • Tracking your
years. For sample schedules visit the Plan Your Studies
page. • Registering for program progress
courses • Your advisor
Mount Royal Business Administration certificates are
Registering for courses designed for people who have a foundation credential and
who wish to specialize in a new area. Each certificate is
It is your responsibility to register in your courses and eight courses - some courses are required, and some are
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and chosen from a list of approved options. In most instances,
graduation requirements as outlined in the Program students pursue the certificates on a part-time basis while
Planning Guide. You will register for courses using the working.
Prerequisites and transfer equivalencies
To get started, please visit the Plan Your Studies page for Students must demonstrate that the proper prerequisites are
more information like: in place before moving on to more senior coursework. If
you think you have met a prerequisite based on previously
• Your Program Planning Guide completed course work, you need to ensure your prior
courses have been given the specific transfer equivalency The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate -
stated as a prerequisite. Check your transfer equivalencies Advanced Accounting is designed for individuals with
on mruGradU8 to see how your previous coursework has previous work experience who wish to increase their
been articulated to the Post-Bachelor's Business business knowledge or who are seeking a career change.
Administration Certificate. If your prior coursework is The certificate provides theoretical and practical insight
currently recognized as unspecified credit (e.g., UNSP into the field of accounting so you can gain a current and
2XXX or ACCT 2XXX), you will not be able to take the employer-valued background.
higher-level course. You need to submit your course
outline(s) (not just the course description), following the The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate -
process and deadlines outlined here. This can be a lengthy Advanced Accounting is intended to supplement your
process, so students are encouraged to submit their requests present career or allow you to change careers into or within
early. the accounting profession. It also serves as a bridging
program for degree holders who need to complete
Attending full-time prerequisite courses for entry into the Chartered
If you intend to be a full-time student, please review your Professional Accounting (CPA) designation program.
equivalencies and prerequisites to ensure you have enough Please note that the curriculum of our Advanced
courses to choose from to attend full-time. To be a full-time Accounting Certificate program will not include all of the
student you must be in at least three courses (nine credits) prerequisite coursework required for admission to the CPA
to a maximum of five courses (15 credits). As higher-level Professional Education Program (CPA PEP)
courses require prerequisite courses, you need to ensure program. There are some courses that have program
you have the prerequisite courses as you plan your restrictions or prerequisites that you will not be able to
semesters. Please note that if you are required to be a full- have waived and would need to be completed in
time student, you may need to register in courses that are addition to those required for your certificate. Students
not part of your program. The certificates can rarely be intending to pursue the CPA PEP post-graduation need to
completed in one year, due to the laddering of course make themselves aware of the CPA student academic
prerequisites. Additionally, not all courses are offered achievement requirements for prerequisite learning for
each semester, and many courses are not offered in the entrance into the CPA PEP program. These academic
optional spring semester. You may register for both the requirements can be found by visiting the CPA Alberta
fall and winter semesters at this time. Spring 2023 website.
registration will begin in March 2023.
The diagram below shows the typical course sequence
International students who are required to be full-time to taking into account the need to meet prerequisites:
meet the conditions of their visas may need to take courses
not in the program to meet the full-time student threshold. Required for Admission
Prerequisites must be followed for all courses in the
certificates. The certificates can rarely be completed in one • ACCT 2121 Financial Accounting Concepts
year, and the timeline will depend on the articulation of Students applying for admission to the Advanced
previously completed coursework. If a student has Accounting Certificate are required to have successfully
questions about the visa letters provided, they are completed ACCT 2121. Because of the sequential
encouraged to speak directly to the Admissions department. (prerequisite) nature of accounting courses, the time
required to complete the Post-Bachelor's Business
Administration Certificate - Advanced Accounting is
Course selection typically three to four fall/winter semesters (18 months to
two years). Most ACCT courses are not offered in the
The curriculum for each of the certificates is outlined spring semester.
below. Find more detailed course descriptions, including
prerequisites, in the Mount Royal Academic Calendar Semester 1 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
under 'courses'. Admission to a certificate does not
guarantee course availability. It is always best to register • ACCT 3221 - Intermediate Accounting I (contact
early, as courses fill quickly. Advising for a prerequisite waiver of ACCT 3220
- Financial Accounting Practices)
• ACCT 3224 - Management Accounting
I (prerequisite ACCT 2121 - Financial
Accounting Concepts)
Advanced Accounting
• ACCT 4280 - Introduction to Personal and designation post-graduation need to make themselves
Corporate Income Tax (contact Advising for a aware of the academic requirements in the pathways to the
prerequisite waiver of ACCT 3220 - Financial designation. These academic requirements, and other ways
Accounting Practices) to pursue them, can be found by visiting the CPHR Alberta
Semester 2 -- Winter (Jan. - Apr.) website.
• ACCT 3228 - Management Accounting The diagram below shows the typical course sequence
II (prerequisite ACCT 3224 - Management taking into account the need to meet prerequisites. Because
Accounting I of the sequential (prerequisite) nature of the courses
• ACCT 4222 - Intermediate Accounting required for the certificate, the time required to complete
II (prerequisite ACCT 3221 - Intermediate the Post-Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate -
Accounting I) Human Resources is typically three fall/winter semesters
Semester 3 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.) (20 months). Most HRES courses are not offered in the
Spring semester.
• ACCT 4225 - Principles of Auditing (prerequisite
ACCT 4222 - Intermediate Accounting II) Semester 1 - Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
• ACCT 4381 - Advanced Financial
• HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Resources
Accounting (prerequisite ACCT 4222 -
Intermediate Accounting II) • MGMT 2130 - Management Principles and
• ACCT 4382 - Advanced Managerial Practices
Accounting (prerequisites ACCT 3228 - • MGMT 3230 - Business Law
Management Accounting II) Semester 2 - Winter (Jan. - Apr.)
• HRES 3278 - Employee Relations (prerequisite

Human Resources HRES 2170 - Introduction to Human Resources)
• MGMT 3276 - Organizational
The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate - Behaviour (prerequisite MGMT 2130 -
Human Resources is designed for individuals who wish to Management Principles and Practices)
increase their business knowledge or who are seeking a • Approved Option #1 (prerequisite HRES 2170 -
career change. You will take a core group of courses Introduction to Human Resources)
providing a general business background and can then take Semester 3 - Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
a variety of options to suit your interests and needs. The
certificate will give you both theoretical and practical • Approved Option #2 (prerequisite HRES 2170 -
insight into the field of human resources and you will gain Introduction to Human Resources)
a current and employer-valued background. • Approved Option #3 (prerequisite HRES 2170 -
Introduction to Human Resources)
Important Chartered Professional in Human Resources
(CPHR) Designation Information • Choose from the following list of Approved
Options:
The Human Resources Post-Bachelor's Business o HRES 3274 - Recruitment & Selection
Administration certificate is intended to supplement your o HRES 3275 - Compensation &
present career or allow you to change careers into or within Benefits
the human resources profession. It also serves as a bridging o HRES 3277 - Organizational Learning
program for degree holders who need to complete and Development
prerequisite courses for entry into the CPHR designation o HRES 4407 - Transition
program. Please note that the curriculum of our Human Management (prerequisite MGMT
Resources Post-Bachelor's Business Administration 3276 - Organizational Behaviour)
certificate program will not include all of the
prerequisite coursework required for the CPHR
"Coursework Path" to becoming a CPHR and there are Marketing
some courses that have program restrictions or
prerequisites that you will not be able to have waived
The Post-Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate -
and that would be in addition to those required for the
Marketing is designed for individuals who wish to increase
certificate. Students intending to pursue the CPHR
their business knowledge or who are seeking a career
change. You will take a core group of courses providing a • MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio
general business background and can then take a variety of Students wishing to focus on strategic marketing as part of
options to suit your interests and needs. The certificate will their certificate are advised to take:
give you both theoretical and practical insight into the field
of marketing and management, you will gain a current and • MKTG 3458 - Managing Marketing
employer-valued background. Relationships
• MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends
The diagram below shows the typical course sequence
taking into account the need to meet prerequisites. Because
of the sequential (prerequisite) nature of the courses
required for the certificate, the time required to complete Registering for courses
the Post Bachelor's Business Administration Certificate -
Marketing is typically three fall/winter semesters (20
months). Most MKTG courses are not offered in the
Spring semester.
graduation requirements as outlined in the MRU Academic
Calendar and summarized above.
Semester 1 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.)
• Approved Option #1 (depending on prerequisite) You will register for courses using the registration system
• Approved Option #2 (depending on prerequisite) found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
Semester 2 -- Winter (Jan. - Apr.)
• MKTG 3150 - The Science of on using mymru, our degree audit system
Persuasion (prerequisite MKTG 2150 - (mruGradU8), course descriptions and how to register
Introduction to Marketing) for your courses.
• MKTG 3258 - Evidence-Based
Marketing (prerequisite MKTG 2150 - We also have an online tool to help you plan your
Introduction to Marketing) courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
• Approved Option #3 (depending on prerequisite) schedule options and create a timetable that works best
Semester 3 -- Fall (Sept. - Dec.) for you. Access My Schedule Builder through your
mymru.ca account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the
• Approved Option #4 'My Schedule Builder' section.
• Approved Option #5
• Register online
Choose from the following list of Approved Options:
• ENTR 2301 - Innovation and the Entrepreneurial • Registration Assistance
Experience • Transfer Credit
• ENTR 3302 - Creativity for Entrepreneurial • Course prerequisite requirements
Practice
Tracking your program progress
Relationships
• MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding identifying requirements you completed and those that are
• MKTG 3558 - Navigating Marketing Trends still needed for graduation. As you move through your
• MKTG 4850 - Professional Brand Studio degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
• MKTG 4858 - Marketing-Driven Strategy you to measure your progress.
Students wishing to focus on marketing creativity as part of
their certificate are advised to take: You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
• MKTG 3450 - Marketing Design Literacy the icon or follow the link, your audit will open.
• MKTG 3550 - The Fundamentals of Branding
Each diploma has an area of focus
click the 'Process' tab located beside the 'in-progress Major - 15
which will be covered in these
classes' checkbox of the audit every time that you login to courses
courses
mruGradU8.
Each semester, information about your course registration You choose your Gen Ed courses
will be added to your audit so you can see which courses from four clusters:
great tool for you and your advisor to use to ensure that General • numeracy and scientific
the courses you are taking will meet graduation Education - 5 literacy,
requirements for your program. courses • values, beliefs and identity,
Please visit this page for more information about • community and society,
mruGradU8, including frequently asked questions. and
• communication
Your advisor
First-year courses
Contact your advisors Heather Ansari or Carmen
O'Callaghan via email at businessadvising@mtroyal.ca. All core courses must be taken in the sequence shown. For
information on how to choose your General
First-Year Advising Guide - Education courses, please see your advisor.
Social Work Diploma Year One, Semester 1 [Fall], Sept. - Dec.

• Diploma Communication
overview • Registering for • SLWK 1114 - Introduction to Social Work
• First-year courses History, Philosophy and Theory
courses • Tracking your • SLWK 2215 - Social Work Assessment and
• General degree progress Documentation
Education • Your advisor • SLWK 2224 - Indigenous Knowledges and
courses Practices in Social Work
Welcome to the Social Work Diploma at Mount Royal • PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology
University! Year One, Semester 2 [Winter], Jan. - Apr.
Congratulations on your admission to the Social Work • SLWK 1187 - Social Welfare Policies and Issues
Diploma! As a student at Mount Royal, you will be able to • SLWK 2216 - Counselling Skills
open doors to a wide range of learning and career
• SLWK 1287 - Social Work Practicum I (3
opportunities.
days/week)
If you are eager to register in your courses, below are the • PSYC 2235 - Life-Span Development
recommended first-year courses. You will not be able to • General Education Cluster 4, Foundation (GNED
register for courses until you have met with your 1401 recommended)
Academic Advisor. The information in this guide is a
useful resource as you learn about your Mount Royal
program.
General Education
Diploma overview
General Education, a collection of courses in a range of degree, mruGradU8 will become a great planning tool for
subjects that will complement studies in your chosen field. you to measure your progress.
As part of your diploma, you are required to take five You will login to mruGradU8 through your mymru.ca
General Education courses. account, under the 'My Program' tab (at the bottom of the
page). When you click on the icon or follow the link, your
You must take: audit will open.
• Cluster 1: One course from Foundation or Tier 2 In order to ensure that your curriculum is current, please
or Tier 3 click the 'Process New' tab at the top of the audit every
• Cluster 2: One course from Foundation or Tier 2 time that you login to mruGradU8.
or Tier 3
• Cluster 3: One course from Foundation or Tier 2
sections:
or Tier 3
• Core program and/or Major Requirements
AND one from Tier 2 or Tier 3
• Electives
ensure that the courses you select meet the program and Each semester, information about your course registration
graduation requirements as outlined in the information will be added to your audit so you can see which courses
above. you register in and which ones you complete. This will be a
Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible the courses you are taking will meet graduation
courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites. requirements for your program.
found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab. Visit this page for more information about mruGradU8
including frequently asked questions.
course descriptions and how to register for your courses. Your advisor
schedule options and create a timetable that works best for Your academic advisor, Gina Adams, has carefully
you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca prepared the information in this guide to help you with the
account under the 'Register&Pay' tab, in the 'My information you need to register for classes. The Social
Schedule Builder' section. Work department reserves enough seats in the core social
work classes for all admitted students. You may contact
• Register online Gina by email at gadams@mtroyal.ca.
• Registration assistance
• Transfer Credit
Tracking your progress First-Year Advising Guide -

• Plan for a future • Registering for
program courses
• Choosing courses • Loan application completed 3-credit courses by April 30, 2024. Some
strategically information programs are exempt from this second evaluation.
• Choosing credit • Academic
Apply for your New Program
classes Advising
• Your academic To be eligible for a new program for Fall 2023 at Mount
year at a glance Royal, you must apply during early admission (October
1 - February 1) and have completed at least four credit
courses by April 30, 2023.
Welcome to University
Entrance Option at Mount Choosing courses strategically
Royal University!
• You can take a maximum of 30 credits (generally
10 courses) in University Entrance Option. Credit
Congratulations on your admission to Mount Royal classes are University level courses. Upgrading
University! In your year of University Entrance Option, classes are non-credit and do not count toward
you will be able to work with your Academic Advisor on a the 30 credit maximum. Using your 30 credits
plan for admission to your intended program. It is wisely involves purposeful planning to increase
important that you understand your academic plan and your chances of future admission to a program.
notify your advisor if your plans change throughout the
• If you are missing admission requirements,
year.
register in these upgrading courses in your Winter
and/or Spring semesters.
You will not be able to register in courses until you have
connected with Academic Advising Services. • Upgrading classes are non-credit and can be
taken in addition to any credit courses.
Planning for a future program

Choosing your classes
Successful admission to Mount Royal programs involves
meeting the admission requirements as well as presenting a Every degree at Mount Royal includes General
competitive average for admission to that program Education (Gen Ed) courses. It is recommended that UEO
students take 1-3 foundation General Education courses in
Meet Admission Requirements their first semester. Students are also encouraged to take an
Undergraduate studies course in their first
• Every MRU program has a list of specific courses semester. Undergraduate studies UGST 1001, UGST
that are required for admission to that program. 1002 are courses designed to make you a better university
These requirements can be found on each student and can be used as an elective towards most
program's individual home page under Admission programs.
• If you are missing an admission requirement you In the winter semester, students will be advised to take
upgrading as needed. Additionally, students may also be
will have until June 30, 2023, to complete it. We
recommend completing upgrading courses for advised to select additional courses that will count towards
admission in the Winter semester. their intended program, such as from remaining foundation
Meet Competitive Average General Education courses, Tier 2 General Education
courses, electives, or core courses (if available). For course
• You must have a minimum of four credit descriptions, please follow this link to the online Academic
Calendar.
courses completed by December 31.
• Your competitive average will be based on the
four most recently completed and transferable Your academic year at a glance
3-credit courses by December 31, 2023, for Fall
2024 admission.
Fall 2023 courses Winter 2024 courses
Students who do not earn admission based on four most
recently completed 3-credit courses by December 31, 2023,
may be re-evaluated based on the four most recently
• Upgrading to University Entrance Option students must connect with
Choose four courses from the meet Academic Advising Services prior to registering for
following: admission courses.
requirements
(if required)
• GNED Foundation graduation requirements as outlined in the information
courses (up to 4): above.
o only one of
cluster 1 Use the online Academic Calendar to explore possible
foundation courses of interest and to check that you meet prerequisites.
courses: You will register for courses using the registration system
GNED 1101, found in mymru.ca, Register & Pay tab.
or GNED
1103 Before registering in courses, please visit the Tutorials page
o only one of for useful videos to guide you on using MyMRU, our
cluster 2 degree audit system (mruGradU8), and how to register for
foundation your courses.
courses:
GNED 1201, • Remaining We also have an online tool to help you plan your
GNED 1202, foundation courses for the year: My Schedule Builder. View
or GNED GNED schedule options and create a timetable that works best for
1203 courses you. Access My Schedule Builder through your mymru.ca
o only one of • GNED Tier 2 account under the Register & Pay tab, in the'My Schedule
cluster 3 Builder section.
courses
foundation
courses: • Register Online
GNED 1301, • Find out when you can register
GNED 1303, • Registration Assistance
or GNED • Transfer Credit
1304 • Course prerequisite requirements
o only one of
cluster 4
foundation Loan application information
courses:
GNED 1401, Apply through Student Aid Alberta. To be a full-time
or GNED student, you must take three 3-credit courses in a semester
1404 (9 credits per semester qualifies as a full time
• Undergraduate Studies
Important tip: select University Transfer under Program
courses (used as
Name, in order to select the correct program for University
electives)
Entrance Option.
o UGST 1001, • Electives
UGST 1002,
Student loan applications will open in June.
UGST 1003,
UGST 1004 Please visit the Financing Your Education page for more
• Core courses information about financing your education.
from your
• Other electives intended
program, if
Academic Advising
possible.
Registering for courses Please consider attending our New Student Registration
event for advanced access to registration.
Your advisors have carefully prepared your advising
information and are eager to begin working with you on
Bachelor of Arts-Criminal
your Mount Royal experience. After reading through this Justice
information carefully, please contact the advising office by
emailing advising@mtroyal.ca to receive your personalized
advising information. You must include your Name, ID • Criminal Justice, BA-CJ
number and intended program(s). • Criminal Justice, BA-CJ (Honours)
To help you prepare for advising, please take a look at the

program advising guide for your desired program. These Bachelor of Interior Design
guides include a list of courses that a first-year student in
the program would take.
• Interior Design, BID
contains great information about transitioning to MRU and Bachelor of Business
the support services that are available. For any questions
you may have, please email us at advising@mtroyal.ca Administration
Other Degrees • Accounting, BBA
• Accounting, BBA (Honours)
• Finance, BBA
International Desgination • Finance, BBA (Honours)
• General Management, BBA
International Designated •
•
General Management, BBA (Honours)
Human Resources, BBA
Programs •
•
Human Resources, BBA (Honours)
International Business, BBA
• International Business, BBA (Honours)
These programs are Designated Learning Programs and are
• Marketing, BBA
eligible to receive foreign nationals on a study permit:
• Marketing, BBA (Honours)
• Supply Chain Management, BBA
• Supply Chain Management, BBA (Honours)
Bachelor of Arts
• Anthropology, BA
• Anthropology, BA (Honours)
• English, BA • Child and Youth Care Counsellor, BCST
• English, BA (Honours) • Early Learning and Child Care, BCST
• History, BA
• History, BA (Honours) Bachelor of Communication
• Policy Studies, BA
• Policy Studies, BA (Honours)
• Broadcast Media Studies, BCMM
• Psychology, BA
• Information Design, BCMM
• Psychology, BA (Honours)
• Journalism and Digital Media, BCMM
• Sociology, BA • Public Relations, BCMM
• Sociology, BA (Honours)
Bachelor of Education
• Education - Elementary, B.Ed.
Bachelor of Health and Certificate
Physical Education
• Bridge to Canadian Nursing, Certificate, BCN
• Embalmer, Certificate
• Athletic Therapy, BHPE
• Funeral Director, Certificate
(Honours) Post Bachelor's Certificate
• Physical Literacy, BHPE
• Physical Literacy, BHPE (Honours) • Advanced Accounting, Post Bachelor's
• Sport and Recreation Management, BHPE Certificate
• Sport and Recreation Management, BHPE • Athletic Therapy, Post Bachelor's Certificate
(Honours) • Human Resources, Post Bachelor's Certificate
• Marketing, Post Bachelor's Certificate
Bachelor of Midwifery
• Midwifery, B.Mid.
• Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing, Post
Bachelor of Nursing Diploma Certificate
• Nursing, BN
Alternative Entrance Options

Information Systems • Academic Upgrading
• Indigenous University Bridging Program
• Language Education for Academic Purposes
• Computer Information Systems, BCIS (LEAP)
• Open Studies
Bachelor of Science • University Entrance Option
• Biology, B.Sc. Full-time English Language

• Biology, B.Sc. (Honours)
• Chemistry, B.Sc.
Program
• Computer Science, B.Sc.
• Environmental Science, B.Sc. • Foundational English
• General Science, B.Sc. • Academic English
• Geology, B.Sc.
Conservatory
Diploma
• Advanced Performance
• Funeral Service, Diploma
• Massage Therapy, Diploma
• Personal Fitness Trainer, Diploma
• Social Work, Diploma
General Education
General Education
General Education at Mount Royal is a consciously structured pursuit of the aims of what has traditionally been known as liberal
education. It ensures students achieve both breadth and depth in the skills and knowledge that are relevant to the world in which
they will live. Thus, General Education provides students with the opportunity to build their ability to think critically, develop
their communication and mathematical skills, stimulate their capacities for creative, innovative thinking, and enrich their
knowledge of the wider social, cultural, and natural worlds in which they will live and work.
General Education at Mount Royal recognizes that undergraduate education should also strive to enrich the individual's life and
benefit society apart from the requirements of employment. It should, in particular, foster knowledge and a strong reflective
capacity with respect to the social, cultural, and scientific matters of importance to both the individual and the communities in
which they live.
General Education courses are organized into four thematic clusters:
• Cluster 1 - Numeracy & Scientific Literacy

• Cluster 2 - Values, Beliefs & Identity
• Cluster 3 - Community & Society
• Cluster 4 - Communication
Each thematic cluster has three different tiers: foundation tier, tier two, and tier three. General Education requirements are
mandatory for all students pursuing a baccalaureate degree or diploma program and will vary depending on the program.
Students should review mruGradU8 or speak with their advisor to ensure that they are meeting program requirements.
Transfer Credit
Transfer credit is available for students with prior university-transferable post-secondary coursework.
Cross listed courses
Cross-listed courses refer to courses that are the same between more than one discipline. The course content could fall under
either discipline. There may be graduation or accreditation requirements for students to have a certain number of courses in a
single discipline. By having the course appear under two different subject codes, students have the option to register in the
subject that best fits their academic needs. Because the courses are the same, just under different subject codes, only one iteration
of a cross-listed course will be used for credit, GPA calculation, and graduation.
• ASTR 2107 and PHYS 2107

• BIOL 3103 and PHYS 3103
• BIOL 2203 and PHYL 1512
• CHEM 3401 and PHYS 3401
• GNED 1401 and ENGL 1101
• PLSC 3303 and POST 3303
Indigenous University Bridging Program
General Information
The Indigenous University Bridging Program at Mount Royal offers advanced upgrading for students of Indigenous ancestry who
wish to pursue a university education.
The program offers three levels of study, designed to ensure each student achieves the requirements for future educational goals,
focusing on English and math. The core subjects are supplemented with study skills, computer, language, and Indigenous Studies
courses. The program is supported by the Iniskim Centre programs including Indigenous Housing Program, Elders/Medicine
Trail (Naato'ohsokoy) Program and academic advising.
The inclusion of Indigenous cultural content and support services is an integral part of the Indigenous University
Bridging Program.
Program Continuance
For program completion, students must satisfactorily complete all program requirements and coursework. Students must achieve
a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 to be eligible for completion. If you are a continuing student you must meet complete a
performance review once an academic year.
Financial Assistance
You are responsible for seeking out and maintaining funding. However, after your funding is secured the Indigenous University
Bridging Program works closely with your funding agent. Other resource information regarding funding and scholarships is also
available from Student Awards on campus. The following is a list of possible funding sources for students:
• Individual First Nations communities

• Government agencies
• Various urban agencies

Admission into the program is based on attendance at an information session, the completion of the IUBP application and on the
number of seats available for new students. All students must:
• Be of Indigenous ancestry
• Be a minimum age of twenty or possess the equivalent of an Alberta High School Diploma
• Have successfully completed grade 10 or better
• Submit an MRU application form indicating the Indigenous University Bridging Program with a letter of intent (an
interview may also be required)
• Submit all transcripts from upgrading and/or secondary institutions
All criteria must be met for an application to be considered. Please note that enrolment in this program is limited and final
admission is based on the criteria as well as available seats.
• Complete one semester of placement levelled English and math.
• Students must have met academic requirements to continue on in their program of choice.
• Students who are admitted into the Indigenous University Bridging Program are placed in one of the three levels
according to the performance on the placement test, as well as the information contained on their transcripts. Specific
attention will be placed on the subject areas related to English and math. Once a student has been placed into one of the
three levels, the student will be registered in the courses specified by the program curriculum.
Curriculum
Level 1
• ENGL 0115 - Writing and Communication Skills
•
• MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I (A) - (equivalent to Math 10) or

•
• SCIE 0110 - Introduction to Science or

• SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking or
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and Story-Telling or
• UGST 1001 - Effective Learning in the Undergraduate Context
Level 2
•
• MATH 0115 - Foundations of Mathematics I (B) - (equivalent to Math 20) or

• NTST 0130 - Introduction to Native Studies or
• SOSC 0130 - Ideology and the Canadian Historical Perspective
•
• BIOL 0115 - Introduction to Biology or

• CHEM 0115 - Basic Chemistry I or
• SPCH 2001 - Introduction to Public Speaking or
• SPCH 2005 - Oral Tradition, Narration, and Story-Telling or
Level 3
• ENGL 1151 - The Art of Story: An Introduction to Literature or
•
• MATH 0130 - Pre-Calculus or

• MATH 0132 - Foundations of Mathematics II
•
• INST 1101 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies: the Canadian Context or

• INST 1111 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies: International Perspectives or
• PSYC 1105 - Introduction to Psychology or
• any three-credit course
•
• BIOL 0130 - Fundamentals of Biology or

• CHEM 0130 - Basic Chemistry II or
General Information
The University Entrance option is designed for students who have applied to, or intend to apply to, one of Mount Royal's
baccalaureate degree programs but may lack specific admission requirements or do not meet the competitive admission average
for the program. Students in the University Entrance option will register primarily in post-secondary courses but are permitted to
enroll in high-school equivalency courses in order to meet admission requirements of their intended degree program. Admission
to the University Entrance option does not guarantee subsequent admission to a Mount Royal degree program.
The University Entrance option provides learning opportunities for students who wish to:
• participate in post-secondary education, and plan to pursue a university degree but may lack the specific admission
requirements
• enhance their admissibility for a Mount Royal degree program through completion of post-secondary coursework
and/or high-school equivalency courses
• take courses that are required for the completion of a Mount Royal degree while improving their admissibility for
degree-level study
Students can complete a maximum of 30 credits (normally ten courses) as a University Entrance student. (This 30 credit limit
includes any courses which the student may take as an Open Studies student.) Any awarded grade (including 'F') will count
towards the limitation but withdrawals do not. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor before they
reach this credit limit to ensure they are taking the appropriate courses. Students who reach this limit and who have not been
admitted into a Mount Royal program will not be permitted to register in additional courses and may not apply to Open Studies.
There is no appeal process to extend this limit.
University Entrance students who wish to upgrade their high school courses may enroll in various credit-free high school
equivalency courses offered at Mount Royal. While these courses are not eligible for Alberta Education graduation credits or
high school transcript purposes, they are accepted as alternative entrance requirements for undergraduate programs offered by
Mount Royal and other Alberta universities.

All students must meet the general admission requirements for Mount Royal University programs, as indicated in the
Admission section of this Calendar except where the information contained in this section differs.
Additional Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the general admission requirements indicated in the Admission section of this calendar, applicants must
also satisfy the following criteria:

Admission to the University Entrance option is competitive. The grade 12 subjects which may be presented for evaluation for
admissibility include the following courses from Group A, B, and C. To allow applicants who are missing a specific course
requirement or require a higher grade in a specific course an opportunity to upgrade their course(s), specific subjects such as
English, mathematics, etc. are not required for admission.
High School Standing

• Group A course
• Group A course
• Group A course
Mature Standing
• Group A course
• Group A course
Although Conditional Admission may be granted in advance of receipt of final/official transcripts, confirmation of the
achievement of the course requirements above will take place after all final/official transcripts have been received by the
University. Applicants who do not meet these requirements will be denied admission.
Post-secondary Standing
Applicants who have completed four (or more) post-secondary courses by December 31 for the Fall Semester or August 31 for
the Winter Semester are not eligible for the University Entrance option. Therefore, there is no post-secondary admission route
available. All applicants will be considered on the basis of high school or mature standing above.
Admission to a Mount Royal degree program following study in the

Admission to the University Entrance option does not guarantee subsequent admission to a Mount Royal degree program.
However, University Entrance students who meet the competitive admission average/GPA of the previous year for their intended
program, and who meet all other general and program-specific requirements of the program, will be offered admission to the
program. Such students must apply for admission to their intended program during the early admission period.
Curriculum
The four required courses consist of the following:
• General Education Requirement Cluster 1, Foundation

Strongly recommended
Additional Courses
Five courses are of the student's choosing.
Please consult the appropriate section of this calendar for course requirements of various Mount Royal degree programs, and/or
Academic Advising Services.
Language Education for Academic Purposes
Language Education for Academic Purposes (LEAP) program offers modularized delivery of instruction focusing on specific
language skills and systems of English as it is used in academic studies. Courses will be both face to face and online and taught
by multiple instructors. Students will also be assigned some homework to be completed outside of class.
LEAP Courses
Language Education for Academic Purposes (LEAP) program has four levels beginning with a Low Intermediate level of
language and progressing through to an Advanced level. Each level includes the following courses over a 13-week term with
entry intake dates in September, January, and April.
Academic Inquiry (9 hours, lecture)

This course focuses on reading and listening skills with an emphasis on applying strategies in academic contexts. Students will
also expand their vocabulary knowledge.
Academic Expression (9 hours, lecture)

This course focuses on effective communication through written and spoken expression. The use of a range of grammatical
structures and pronunciation features are supported.
Grammar Application (4.5 hours, lecture)

This course focuses on both the accuracy and use of level-appropriate grammatical structures.
Academic Connection (2 hours, Online)
This course supports the development of students' independent academic skills in a series of 25 online modules. This also
includes a face-to-face component in LEAP 4 inviting members of the MRU community to present and prepare students for entry
into credit studies.
For more information on the cost breakdown for each course and to view a sample schedule please visit the website.
Community Service Learning
Each year Mount Royal University (MRU) undergraduates contribute knowledge and skills toward developing sustainable
solutions for community organizations. They apply their education to complex issues through Community Service Learning
(CSL) projects. This approach to learning deepens students' awareness of pressing issues, giving them the opportunity to earn
academic credit while benefiting a community partner.
CSL is different from traditional volunteer work in that its focus is not only on providing a service but also on learning. The focus
of CSL is different from co-ops, internships or practica, with an emphasis on providing concrete service to community agencies
while developing student skills, self-awareness, professional capabilities, and sense of commitment to society.
MRU recognizes CSL as a high impact teaching practice that offer students the opportunity to make a positive impact in local
and global communities through course based hands-on experience. Professors at MRU have employed CSL as a teaching
pedagogy for more than twenty years through community based projects where students apply academic theories and processes.
Community organizations work with professors to develop deep learning experiences that address real-world challenges and
opportunities. In an effort to recognize student engagement MRU developed a CSL Citation in 2013 that is recorded as a co-
curricular record in student transcripts.
The Citation demonstrates that a student has significantly integrated CSL into their postsecondary education by completing three
courses for a minimum of nine credits that employ community engagement. CSL designated courses entail at least twenty hours
of community service, and are worth at least 15% of each course grade. Some courses entail CSL projects worth 100% of the
course grade and over 100 hours of project work.
CSL courses are offered across the disciplines, and are available in every faculty, including every graduate in the Nursing, Public
Relations, Information Design, and Child Studies programs. CSL is supported by the Academic Development Centre regarding
curriculum design, research, and development of CSL designated courses.
Note: CSL courses are based on section so check the schedule of classes to determine which section is offered as a CSL course,
using the course attribute function:
Community Service Learning

Glossary
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Academic Schedule
• A calendar of important University dates such as the first and last day of classes, deadlines for payment of fees and last
day to withdraw from a course. Students are responsible for meeting all crucial deadlines in the Academic Schedule.
Academic Standing
• Academic Standing in its various forms applies to all current Mount Royal students and relates to students' eligibility to
register in credit courses within a Mount Royal program and their eligibility to graduate from a program. The stages of
Academic Standing are, in order, Good Standing, Academic Warning, Academic Probation and Required to Withdraw.
Academic Probation
• A student is placed on Academic Probation when they have been on Academic Warning for two semesters and has a
cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) less than 2.00. A student will be permitted to remain on Academic Probation
for one semester within a twelve-month period.
Academic Warning
• A student is placed on Academic Warning when they have accumulated a minimum of nine earned credits and has a
cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of less than 2.00. A student will be permitted to remain on Academic Warning
for a maximum of two semesters within a twelve-month period.
Admission
• Acceptance of an individual who has formally applied for admission to the University and has submitted all required
official transcript(s) and supporting documentation. Applications are evaluated according to admission policy and
individuals may be admitted if they meet the admission requirements and the competitive admission standard for their
intended program of study.
• A set of specific (minimum) criteria that an applicant is required to meet to be eligible for admission.

• The Advanced Placement (AP) Program offers college-level courses and exams that individuals can take in designated
high schools through the CollegeBoard.
• Courses may be used for admission and/or transfer credit purposes.
Advisor
• Faculty member or staff who helps students select their program of study and the specific courses that will satisfy
graduation requirements for their program. Advisors have been assigned to each program the University offers.
Students should keep their original advisor as long as they stay in the same program.
Alumni
Alumni are individuals:
• who have received degrees, diplomas, credit certificates, or high school diplomas from the University;
• who have received designated credit-free certificates in the following programs: Funeral Director Extension Certificate,
Herbal Therapy Extension Certificate, Massage Therapy Extension Certificate, Personal Fitness Trainer Extension
Certificate, TVP Employment Preparation Extension Certificate;
• who have successfully completed one full scholastic year (30 academic credits) of study at the university and one full
year has passed since their last date of attendance; or
• who are 18 years of age or older and previously attended the Mount Royal University Conservatory for a minimum of 6
years.
Appeal
• A request that a grade on a particular piece of work or a final standing in a course or program is changed on grounds
related to the accuracy or fairness of the mark assigned. Approved Option
• A course relating to a student's field of study must be chosen in consultation with and approved by the appropriate
academic advisor.
Auditor
• Often referred to as an auditing student.
• A student who pays to attend a credit class. An auditor does not receive credit for attending the course and is not
allowed to participate in assignments or exams. To audit a course, students must have the permission of the instructor.
Awards
• Are monetary and/or non-monetary awards that recognize a student's achievement in a course or program that is not
solely based on a GPA calculation or financial need.
Bursaries
• Monetary awards granted to students on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Emergency bursaries are given to
students as a result of urgent, unforeseen circumstances that result in immediate financial need.
Cognate course
• A cognate course is a course from outside a defined discipline that complements and enhances the breadth of
knowledge and skills found within the area of study. For example, the core requirements in the Bachelor of Science
(Geology) include CHEM and COMP courses as well as GEOL courses. The CHEM and COMP courses are
considered 'cognate' courses.
Community Service Learning Citation

• Community Service Learning (CSL) citation demonstrates that a student has significantly integrated CSL into their
post-secondary education by completing three designated courses (minimum of nine credits). The citation is noted on
the transcript.
Continuing Student
• A student who was enroled in one or more courses at Mount Royal University during the immediately preceding major
semester (i.e., Fall or Winter). Students who attend the Winter Semester, miss the Spring Semester, and then return for
the Fall Semester are also considered to be continuing students.
Continuance
• Continuance refers to a student's eligibility to continue in a program of studies. Unless otherwise approved by General
Faculties Council, a student in Good Standing is eligible to remain in their program.
Convocation
• The ceremony to celebrate with those students who successfully completed their program and satisfied the University's
graduation requirements. The convocation ceremonies are held in early November and early June.
Co-operative Education
• Integrated academic study and alternating paid work terms available in a number of specialized disciplines.
Corequisite
• Course(s) students must take at the same time they are taking other particular courses.
Course Load
• The number of courses a student takes in a semester.
Credit
• Credit weight reflects student workload rather than classroom contact hours. Normally, students are expected to devote
nine to twelve (9 - 12) hours of academic time and effort per week for a three-credit course. Academic time and effort
include class time (e.g., lectures, labs, studios, tutorials, etc.) as well as any experiential or blended components. In
addition, all independent study (e.g., assignments, readings, preparation, study, etc.) is included. Courses are normally
valued as three credits or multiples of three credits.
Deferred Final Examination

• A student who is unable to write a final examination at the scheduled time may apply for a deferred examination. The
authority to grant or deny a deferred final examination is vested with the Chair or Dean of the academic unit in which
the course is offered. Refer to the Examination Policy and Deferred Examination sections under Academic Regulations.
Directed Field Studies

• Integrate academic learning with paid work experience or self-employed businesses and may be included in the
curriculum for applied baccalaureate degree programs.
Directed Readings
• Special arrangement whereby students may pursue and receive credit in areas of study on an independent basis. See
Directed Readings under the Course Description section for procedures and restrictions.
Disqualified Student
• A student who is no longer permitted to attend Mount Royal University for a specified period of time. Students will be
disqualified if they do not do well in their courses. The University transcript will carry a notation Required to
Withdraw.
Drop/Add
• Frequently referred to as registration adjustment or change of registration.
• Students may drop or add courses following initial registration. Courses, which are dropped, do not show on a student's
record.
ESL/EAC/EF
• English as a Second Language/English for Academic Purposes/ English for Advanced Communication/ English
Foundations.
• Special English courses offered to students who do not speak, read, or write English well enough to be successful in
MRU credit courses. The ESL/EAP courses are offered through the Languages Institute. For further information call
403.440.5100.
Elective
• A course that is not specified for a program but counts towards an applied degree, diploma, or certificate. While
academic advisors may recommend certain courses to fulfill elective requirements, students may freely choose their
electives.
Fees
• The cost of specific goods or services that are required for the student to complete an approved program.
Fees - Mandatory Non-instructional

• All students must pay for specific goods or services that typically enhance the student experience. They are not related
to instruction in a specific program and are not optional. Examples: insurance, recreation and athletics, student services,
etc.
Formerly
• A course that has had changes to the course number and/or prefix.
Full-time Status
• For admission, registration and advising purposes, a full-time student is one who is admitted to a designated program
and who enrols in three or more courses (normally a minimum of nine credits) in a semester.
• For financial assistance, under The Province of Alberta Students Finance Act, and for-fee assessment purposes, a full-
time student is considered to be one taking at least three courses and a minimum of nine credits per semester for the
Fall or Winter Semesters or at least two courses and a minimum of six credits for the Spring Semester. For Income Tax
purposes, a full-time student must be enroled in a minimum of nine credits (excluding Audit courses and courses for
which credit was granted by the prior learning assessment and recognition process) per semester.
• For participation on a Mount Royal University Athletic Team, a full-time student must be enroled in at least three
courses and a minimum of nine credits.
Good Standing
• A student who has accumulated a minimum of nine earned credits, and has a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)
of 2.00 or better is considered to be in Good Standing.
Grade Point Average (GPA)

• The average of a student's marks. The University does not use percentage grades for final marks; thus, each letter grade
is assigned a number of points (i.e., A = 4 points, D = 1 point) so that the marks can be added together and averaged.
For more information, see the Academic Status section.
Grievance
• A claim or complaint by a student that a University unit has reached a decision that is not in keeping with University
policy or taken an erroneous action that adversely affects the student.
Instructor
• Sometimes called a faculty member or teacher.
• A qualified individual who teaches at the University.
Interdisciplinary Program
• An interdisciplinary program is one based on a combination and integration of courses and is comprised primarily of
courses with the same discipline prefix but also include cognate courses.

• The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program offers advanced courses that individuals can take in designated high
schools developed by the International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva.
• Courses may be used for admission and/or transfer credit purposes.
Internship
• An internship is a paid work opportunity that allows students to put their academic education into practice.
Limited Enrolment Program

• A program that only accepts a fixed number of entering students. Most programs at MRU have limited enrolment.
Option
• A course selected by the student from the list of courses available in the calendar. It counts toward an applied degree,
diploma or certificate.
Parchment
• The award received for successful completion of the University's graduation requirements for a baccalaureate degree,
applied degree, diploma or certificate.
Part-Time Status
• A student who is admitted to a designated program and who enrols in one or two credit courses (normally fewer than 9
credits) in a semester.
Petition
• A request that a regulation be waived on compassionate grounds or because of extenuating circumstances (i.e., petition
for readmission or against disqualification).
Practicum
• A course of study involving supervised practical work.
Prerequisite
• Course(s) that students must successfully complete prior to taking a higher-level course. Students who register in a
course for which they do not have a prerequisite may be deregistered from that course.
Program
• An approved group of related courses leading to a baccalaureate degree, applied degree, diploma or certificate.
Progression
• Progression refers to a student's eligibility to register in a course. Eligibility is determined by, but not limited to,
prerequisite/corequisites. A student 'progresses' through a program by successfully completing all requirements.
Re-Admitted Student
• An individual who has previously attended the University and applies for re-admission following an interruption of
their studies beyond the allowable absence period.
Registration
• The process of enrolling in a course(s) for the purpose of completing an academic credential. Students must be
admitted and/or adhere to academic standing guidelines to register.
Required Courses
• Often called compulsory courses. Specific courses in a program that relates to the field a student is studying. Students
may not substitute any other course for a required course without the written permission of the program chair. To
graduate, students must complete all the required courses outlined in their program pattern.
Required to Withdraw
• A student is Required to Withdraw from the institution for a minimum of twelve months when they have been on
Academic Probation for one semester and has a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) less than 2.00. The University
transcript will carry a notation Required to Withdraw.
Scholarships
• Monetary awards granted to students on the basis of academic achievement and, in some cases, extracurricular
activities.
Semester
• Each academic year at the University is divided into periods of time called semesters. At Mount Royal, the Fall and
Winter Semesters each last 13 weeks and are referred to as major semesters. Additionally, Mount Royal has
compressed, 6.5-week Spring and Summer Semesters. Some courses may deviate from this standard. Students who
attend the Spring and Summer Semesters receive the same number of hours of instruction for each course taken as in
the Fall or Winter Semesters.
Student Loan
• A government loan to help students pay for books, tuition and living expenses while attending a college, university or
technical school. Students must start paying back their loans once they have been out of school for six months. See the
Financial Aid section for more information.
Transcript
• Sometimes called an academic record or student record.
• A permanent record of all of a student's courses, credits and grades. Transcripts are maintained by the Office of the
Registrar and are only released upon written request by the student.
Transfer Credit
• Courses completed at a recognized accredited post-secondary institution may be recognized as transfer credit if the
courses are considered by the University to be comparable to credit courses offered at the university and if the courses
satisfy graduation requirements for a Mount Royal University credential program. Transfer equivalencies (see
definition) become Transfer Credit if the course satisfies a graduation requirement for the student's program of study.
Transfer Equivalency
• Courses completed at a recognized accredited post-secondary institution with a minimum passing grade will be
evaluated for transfer equivalency. Although the course may not apply to the student's current program of study, it may
be used to determine eligibility to register in a particular course (prerequisite checking) and/or admission requirements.
In addition, course equivalencies may be used in a degree audit to determine transfer credit for a student's current
program or used to perform hypothetical scenarios.
Tuition
• The cost of instruction for courses that are part of approved programs.
Withdrawal
• Students receive a "W" grade following official withdrawal from a course(s). Students who do not withdraw from
courses using the proper procedures can be given an "F" grade in the course(s) even if they haven't attended class.
Withdrawal with Cause

• A student receives a "WC" notation on their transcript following official withdrawal from a course(s) due to special
circumstances. A student must apply for a WC and provide supporting documentation.
Work Experience
• Integrated academic learning with paid work experience included in the curriculum and required for a number of
baccalaureate degree programs.

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Fall 2023 Semester

Fall registration access dates posted - check MyMRU March 6, 2023

New student Fall registration open April 17, 2023

All transcripts/official documents for admitted students due August 1, 2023

First day of Fall semester September 5, 2023

New Student Orientation September 5-6, 2023

First day of classes September 7, 2023

Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) with full refund (less

Full fees for Fall semester due September 15, 2023

Last day to be re-instated for Fall semester September 29, 2023

The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation September 30, 2023

Fall reading break October 10-13, 2023

Final examination schedule posted October 30, 2023

Awards Application Opens for 2024-2025 academic year November 1, 2023

25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline November 8, 2023

Last day to withdraw from a course or program with an award of "W"

Last day of Fall semester classes December 11, 2023

Fall semester final examination period* December 13-23, 2023

Fall semester ends December 23, 2023

Winter 2024 Semester

Fall/Winter Registration Access Dates become available March 6, 2023

New student Winter registration open November 1, 2023

All transcripts/official documents for admitted students due December 1, 2023

Last day to add name to Waitlist December 15, 2023

First day of Winter semester January 3, 2024

New Student Orientation January 3, 2024

First day of classes January 4, 2024

Full fees for Winter semester due January 12, 2024

Last day to be re-instated for Winter semester January 31, 2024

Winter reading break February 20-23, 2024

Final examination schedule posted February 26, 2024

Last day to withdraw from a course or program with an award of "W"

50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline April 8, 2024

Last day of Winter semester classes April 8, 2024

Winter semester final examination period* April 10-20, 2024

Winter semester ends April 20, 2024

Spring 2024 Semester

Spring registration access dates posted - check MyMRU March 4, 2024

New student Spring registration open March 25, 2024

Last day to add name to Waitlist April 15, 2024

Last day to apply to attend Spring 2024 Convocation May 1, 2024

First day of classes May 6, 2024

Full fees for Spring semester due May 9, 2024

Last day to be re-instated for Spring semester May 21, 2024

Final examination schedule posted May 29, 2024

25% Formal evaluation feedback deadline June 3, 2024

Last day to withdraw from a course or program with an award of "W"

50% Formal evaluation feedback deadline June 17, 2024

Last day of Spring semester classes June 12, 2024

Spring semester final examination period* June 19-21, 2024