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Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies
- Calgary, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A three-year BA on children's development, Inclusion and creative and therapeutic approaches, With placements.
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 concepts and methods in Early Childhood Studies to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Year 1 covers social justice
- Inclusivity. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Careers working with children and families from diverse backgrounds
Curriculum
- Year 1 covers social justice
- Inclusivity
- Child and adolescent development and study skills. Year 2 deepens the subject and builds research skills in interviews
- Observation and questionnaires
- With optional modules from children's literature to therapeutic approaches. The final year applies and extends this knowledge
- With placements.
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 | Early Childhood Studies |
| 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.
The next deadline is 1 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $25,018, $24,278 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $5,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, Duolingo 120.