Bachelor of Arts - Psychology at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Build a strong scientific foundation and critical thinking skills with a Bachelor of Arts — Psychology degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary. Study human behavior to understand how thoughts, emotions and actions are shaped by social, cognitive and biological factors throughout life. This program offers courses designed to prepare you for rewarding careers and a deeper understanding of how people connect with the world.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Department: Psychology | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Our course selection allows you to confidently explore both foundational and advanced psychology concepts. This four-year Psychology degree will refine your research and statistical analysis skills to better understand human behavior.

Career pathways

A psychology degree from MRU in Calgary prepares you to pursue rewarding careers in social services, business, health care and education. Roles include Counsellor (addictions, career or education), Health or human services worker, Research analyst, Marketing or public relations officer, Hospice coordinator, Government researcher, Technical writer, Psychologist or psychotherapist.

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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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