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Bachelor of Physical Literacy

Calgary, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
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About the program

Bachelor of Health and Physical Education in Physical Literacy is a four-year on-campus degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary focused on physical literacy and health promotion.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core theories and methods in Physical Literacy
Strengthen skills in foundational concepts
Research and professional practice related to Physical Literacy
And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

Physical literacy coordinator
Personal fitness trainer
Health educator
Health data scientist
Sport consultant
Health policy consultant
Physiotherapist or occupational therapist (with further education)
Physical education teacher (with further education)

Curriculum

Four-year degree with an Honours stream and work-integrated learning
Including two practicum placements in recreation
Wellness or community settings. Community service learning
Study abroad and field schools are optional. The page does not list core courses.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school applicants need five Grade 12-level courses (or equivalent from the international credentials chart) including programme-required subjects
Admission is competitive on the average of the top two Group A subjects. Post-secondary applicants normally need a 2.0 GPA (some programmes 2.5). Applicants whose first language is not English also meet the English Language Proficiency requirement.. Entry grade detail: Competitive admission average by programme (high school: average of top two Group A Grade 12 subjects
Five Grade 12 courses required
Post-secondary applicants normally minimum 2.0 GPA
Some programmes 2.5)
No single minimum published.

Accepted academic background

High school applicants: five Grade 12-level courses (or equivalent from the international credentials chart) including programme-required subjects, Post-secondary applicants with transferable courses, Mature applicants (21+) with at least two Grade 12 courses.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4.5
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 176
Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadline: Fall 2027 international deadline 1 May. Early admission 1 Oct to 1 Feb. Apply through the Apply Alberta international application and pay the 100 CAD application fee. Have every school attended send official transcripts directly to MRU (final transcripts due 15 May from outside Canada) and submit English proficiency proof. Receive a conditional or final offer. Accept and pay the non-refundable tuition deposit to receive the letter of acceptance. MRU then requests your Provincial Attestation Letter. Apply to IRCC for a study permit. Optionally apply for residence and scholarships.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$25,018, $24,278 CAD
Application fee	$100 CAD
Deposit	$5,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Calgary main campus
Faculty or school	Faculty of Health, Community and Education
Department	Physical Literacy
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.