Bachelor of Education (Elementary and Secondary Streams) After-Degree Program at St. Mary's University (Calgary)

Programme overview

Prepares teachers for Alberta elementary (K-6) and secondary (7-12) schools, with emphasis on the Alberta Catholic school system and a mission centered on holistic education and ethical, responsive praxis.

Duration: Two years, with a practicum in each of four semesters totaling 26 full-time weeks | Study mode: full-time | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

A cohort model with practicum placements with partner school boards in and around Calgary, with an international or out-of-province option (Mexico, Taiwan, or British Columbia) in the third practicum; specializations in Teacher Leader Project and French Language Pedagogy; foundational learning on First Nations contexts and reconciliation.

Career pathways

Graduates are sought by Catholic and public school districts and international organizations; multiple graduates have won the Edwin Parr Teacher Award.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: CAD 11,940 a year (2026). 2026-2027 annual tuition for the Education After-Degree program (per term $5,970); excludes athletics, student services, students' association, U-Pass, health and dental and other general fees. Source

International applicants: CAD 35,820 a year (2026). 2026-2027 annual tuition for the Education After-Degree program (per term $17,910); excludes athletics, student services, students' association, U-Pass, health and dental and other general fees. Source

Intakes: Winter (classes start 6 January 2027), Spring (3 May 2027) and Fall (8 September 2027) for Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Open Studies, ESR Diploma and transfer programs. Bachelor of Education After Degree: Fall intake only (8 September 2027).

BA, BSc, Open Studies, ESR Diploma and transfer programs: Winter 2027 applications open 1 Feb 2026, close 31 Dec 2026 (domestic) and 31 Oct 2026 (international); Spring 2027 open 1 Jun 2026, close 30 Apr 2027 (domestic) and 28 Feb 2027 (international); Fall 2027 open 1 Oct 2026, close 1 Aug 2027 (domestic) and 1 May 2027 (international). Bachelor of Education After Degree (Fall 2027): opens 1 Oct 2026; domestic applications close 1 Jul 2027 with supporting documents by 31 Jul 2027; international applications close 1 May 2027 with supporting documents by 31 May 2027.

Apply online through ApplyAlberta. Application fee is $100 (non-refundable, paid by credit card); international student application fee is $175; re-admission application $100. A $200 non-refundable registration deposit confirms an admitted applicant's place.

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