Bachelor of Arts - Policy Studies at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Strong policies create meaningful change across government, business and nonprofits. Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Arts — Policy Studies in Calgary offers a comprehensive policy analysis program where you’ll study political science, economics and policy theory. Gain hands-on policy development training by researching, writing, evaluating and implementing policies.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Department: Economics, Justice and Policy Studies | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Build a strong foundation in political theory, public administration and economic policy while enhancing your analytical skills through our four-year policy studies degree.

Career pathways

A policy studies degree from MRU in Calgary offers valuable policy analysis and policy development training. Roles include Policy analyst, Government relations adviser, Policy consultant (non-profit or private sector), Regulatory analyst or compliance specialist, Economic analyst, Political adviser, Government analyst, Lawyer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%; Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 - 60%

International applicants: CAD 24,277 a year (2026). Year 1 (2026-27) international tuition for one full academic year (Sept-April, normally ten courses); tuition includes instructional equipment and lab fees; excludes mandatory fees ($2,432.68) and books. Year 2 onward listed as higher/subject to change. Source

Fall semester starts September (first day of classes Sept. 9, 2027); Winter semester starts January (first day of classes Jan. 5, 2027); Spring semester starts May (first day of classes May 3, 2027).

Fall 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1, 2026 to Feb. 1, 2027 (application and supporting documents required); application deadline for some programs Feb. 1, 2027; ongoing admission Feb. 2 to Aug. 31, 2027 based on program space and availability.

Fall 2027 international students: application deadline May 1, 2027 (students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after May 1); document deadline May 15, 2027.

Winter 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026; ongoing admission Nov. 2 to Dec. 15, 2026.

Spring 2027: applications open Oct. 1, 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/Apply/index.htm

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