Bachelor of Communication - Public Relations at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Communications — Public Relations, Alberta’s only accredited PR program, combines theory with hands-on learning. You’ll develop skills in crafting strategic messages, managing media relations and leading campaigns across platforms. Aligned with Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) standards, this degree prepares you for careers in corporate, nonprofit, government, agency and entertainment sectors, equipping you to tackle today’s communication challenges and build lasting relationships between organizations and their audiences.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Communication Studies | Department: Public Relations | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Master the skills needed to research, write, plan and execute strategic communication.

Career pathways

With a strong foundation in communication strategy and media relations, you’ll be ready to make an impact across industries. Roles include Corporate communications specialist, Strategic social media adviser, Content strategist, Media relations specialist, Community relations manager, Event planner, Brand specialist, Crisis communication manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%; Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30 - minimum grade 50%

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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