MRU Bachelor of Education

Becoming a teacher offers you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people and to shape the future through interaction with youth. Most of us, at some point in our lives, felt the influence of a teacher who affected how we see the world and our place in it. If you love working with children and young adults, have a passion for learning and teaching, and imagine yourself influencing future generations, a career in education is a great fit for you.There are two options for pursuing a degree in education at Medicine Hat College (MHC).In partnership with Mount Royal University, you can complete all four years of your Bachelor of Education at MHC. This pathway includes two years of study for degree completion and teacher certification with a focus on elementary education after you have completed the first two years of the B.Ed. Elementary program (60 credits).If you’re interested in starting your studies at MHC and completing your degree at another institution, our University Studies: Education program offers the opportunity to study at MHC for up to two years and transfer to a variety of post-secondary institutions in Lethbridge, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, and Regina.

High School Alberta High School Courses or equivalents with a minimum 60% average in the required courses. ELA 30-1 (minimum 60%) Three 30-level academic subjects One 30-level 5-credit, or two 3-credit subjects at the 30-level (Special Projects 30 excluded) Note: Although not required for admission, it is strongly suggested that students entering Education possess Math 30-1 or Math 30-2. Mature Student (21 years of age) The following are minimum admission requirements. Please see an advisor for additional course-specific pre-requisites. ELA 30-1 (minimum 60%) Pre-requisite courses required, e.g. Chemistry 30 required for university level Chemistry Note: Although not required for admission, it is strongly suggested that students entering Education possess Math 30-1 or Math 30-2.