
Program highlights
Work placement opportunity
Gain practical experience — gain first-hand teaching experience through practicums and field work.
Further your education ― apply for teaching certification and qualify to seek admission to a Master of Education or a Master of Arts program at institutions across Canada.
Focus on instruction — interact in small classes and with faculty who are passionate about their disciplines.
A blend of educational theory and classroom experience will prepare you to teach kindergarten through middle school. The Bachelor of Education — Elementary provides students with extensive weekly experiential learning opportunities with our partner schools in the community during years one and two. This means you’ll see things from a teacher’s perspective from the start. Practica in years three and four provide further integrated and extended experience to develop your skills as an innovative, reflective teacher.
Career possibilities
- Teacher
- Curriculum developer/administrator
- Education consultant/facilitator
- Graduate studies
- Private school/business educator
Admission requirements and costs
Curriculum and courses
Questions?
Information about program offerings, admission requirements and the application process can be answered by an admissions and recruitment specialist.
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Why MRU?
Students from Calgary and around the world consistently rank Mount Royal among Canada's best universities for quality of teaching and overall educational experience. Learn more about why you belong here.

2021 Outstanding Future Alumni Award
Varsity athlete and Bachelor of Education student Marnie Garner recognized for her dedication to giving back.

Reflections of growth after graduation
Bachelor of Education students look at themselves then and now.

Knowledge-sharing in the classroom classrooms
MRU education major makes progress in teaching Indigenous ways.
Faculty of Healthy, Community and Education
Mount Royal offers six bachelor's degrees and one diploma in the Faculty of Health, Community and Education: the Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Child Studies, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Health and Physical Education, Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Nursing and Social Work diploma.
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