Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - Physical Literacy at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Physical literacy is a powerful, holistic approach to health and wellness — one that inspires lifelong movement and well-being. More than just sports or fitness, it focuses on motivation, confidence and physical competence to help people thrive. At Mount Royal University in Calgary, our Bachelor of Health and Physical Education — Physical Literacy combines human kinetics, coaching, education and wellness promotion.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Community and Education | Department: Health and Physical Education | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Develop the skills to lead, teach and inspire through movement science, physical activity and hands-on leadership.

Career pathways

With a Physical Literacy degree, you’ll be ready to launch a meaningful career in physical education, community wellness or health promotion — or take the next step into graduate studies. Roles include Physical literacy coordinator, Personal fitness trainer, Health educator, Health data scientist, Sport consultant, Health policy consultant, Physiotherapist or occupational therapist, Physical education teacher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

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

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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