2013.2014
Programs for International Students
MacEwan University
Bachelor Degrees
University Transfer
Applied Degrees
Diplomas
Certificates
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Table of Contents
Introduction to MacEwan University3
MacEwan University Programs
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Student Services
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MacEwan Residence
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University Entrance Programming
MacEwan University Studies International
Degree and University Transfer Programs
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Communication Studies Bachelor of Education Transfer
Bachelor of Music in Jazz and
Contemporary Popular Music
Bachelor of Physical Education Transfer
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Applied Degree Programs
Bachelor of Applied Business Administration 35
– Accounting
Certificate and Diploma Programs
Accounting and Strategic Measurement
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-Accounting Technology Certificate
-Accounting and Strategic Measurement Diploma
Acupuncture39
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Arts and Cultural Management
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Asia Pacific Management
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Correctional Services
42
Design Studies 43
Disability Studies: Leadership 44
and Community
Early Learning and Child Care
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Emergency Communications and Response 46
Fine Art
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General Studies
49
Human Resources Management
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Insurance and Risk Management Diploma 51
Legal Assistant
52
Library and Information Technology 53
Management Studies
54
-Aviation Management Major
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Massage Therapy
56
Music57
Office Assistant
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-Administrative Major
-Legal Major
-Medical Major
Police and Investigations
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-Investigative Studies Major
-Police Studies Major
Psychiatric Nursing
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Public Relations
65
Social Work
66
Special Needs Educational Assistant
68
Theatre Arts
69
Theatre Production
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Therapist Assistant
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-Physical Therapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist 71
Assistant Major
-Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Major
72
Travel73
Admission Information
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English Language Proficiency Certificate, Diploma and Applied Degree
Programs
77
English Language Proficiency University Transfer and Baccalaureate
Degree Programs
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English Language Proficiency
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and
Psychiatric Nursing
79
Spoken English Proficiency Requirements
79
Step-by-Step Application Process
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Contact Information
84
Classification of High School Courses
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Since its inception in 1971, MacEwan University has grown to
become a degree granting institution with a student body of
more than 12,000 full-time students.
We’re innovative. We value teaching and learning. We’re highly
engaged with our students. And we are unwavering in our quest
to inspire and challenge.
We remain focused on our students – providing them with
choices and opportunities for success with a dynamic mix of
undergraduate and applied degrees, degree transfer, diploma,
certificate and post-diploma certificate programs.
At MacEwan University, the sky’s the limit.
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Welcome to MacEwan University
Since its begining, MacEwan University has been committed to
providing a learning environment that places the success of its
students at the very centre of its mission.
MacEwan University offers a rich and diverse range of postsecondary educational opportunities to a broad range of learners.
Small class sizes and accessible faculty promise unique learning
opportunities at a university level.
Our programming includes a combination of four-year bachelor
degrees, diplomas and certificates in fields as varied as liberal
arts and science, communications, business, health care and
community studies, and performing and visual arts.
Students will not only find themselves welcomed to the university,
but also to Edmonton, the friendly, bustling and culturally diverse
capital of Alberta, Canada. MacEwan University opens its doors
to international students whose interactions with faculty and fellow
students bring cultural diversity to ideas and philosophies explored
in our classrooms. We anticipate welcoming you to one of
Canada’s newest and most dynamic undergraduate universities.
David W. Atkinson
President
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About MacEwan University
MacEwan University, a government funded
and public institution, has a national
reputation for providing quality, affordable
and student-centred education.
Our strengths lie in our small classes,
individualized instruction, student support
services, customized options, varied
learning formats and excellent modern
facilities, all of which translates to a better
education for you.
MacEwan University is home to more
than 43,000 learners on four campuses,
making it one of the largest institutions of
its kind in Western Canada. We offer seven
baccalaureate degrees plus three university
transfer programs, two applied degrees,
over 50 diploma and certificate programs,
as well as specialized bridging programs for
international students.
Approximately 1,000 international students
from over 50 countries are now attending
MacEwan University each year. MacEwan
International provides many specialized
services for students including pre-departure
information, student orientation, financial
advice, social and cultural event planning
and general advising.
MacEwan University’s four campuses are
equipped with up-to-date educational
facilities. Our library is home to more than
460,000 books, periodicals, CDs, DVDs
and state-of-the-art learning materials.
Science, nursing, computing and
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engineering labs offer students a high-tech
and modern learning environment.
The Christenson Family Centre for Sport
and Wellness is one of the finest athletic
facilities in Alberta. A weight room, fitness
equipment, swimming pool, racquetball/
squash courts and a gymnasium are
available to all students.
MacEwan University students enjoy the
option of participating at the competitive
level of the Alberta College’s Athletic
Conference (ACAC) League in a variety
of sports: basketball, cross-country
running, curling, golf, hockey, soccer and
volleyball. A recreational intramural league
is also available.
About Edmonton
MacEwan University is located in
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Edmonton,
the capital city of Alberta, is a vibrant
multicultural community of almost one
million people living in the geographic
centre of Western Canada. Designated
as one of Canada’s five Smart Cities,
Edmonton is a centre for industry
and commerce, government and
post-secondary education, and is one
of the lowest taxed cities in the country.
Edmonton is also one of the most well
educated urban populations in North
America and was recently ranked by
Maclean’s magazine for having the best
health services in Canada.
Known as Canada’s Festival City,
Edmonton’s festivals present internationally
recognized cultural events all year round.
Also known as the City of Champions,
Edmontonians enjoy and support
professional and amateur teams and
play host to a variety of world class
sporting events, enjoy the benefits of
the surrounding prairie and parklands as
well as the short travel distance to the
majestic Rocky Mountains.
About Alberta
Chinooks, coulees, ancient dinosaur beds,
Rocky Mountains, tumbling glaciers, a
booming economy, three million people
and no provincial sales tax are some of the
characteristics used to describe Alberta.
Alberta is located in Western Canada and
is approximately 1,000 kilometres east
from the Pacific Ocean. It has the fastest
growing and strongest economy in Canada
and produces 90 per cent of the country’s
petroleum resources.
In addition to the province’s breathtaking
views, abundant natural resources and
limitless potential, Albertans rank among
the most highly educated, productive and
innovative people in North America.
About Canada
Canada welcomes more than 130,000
international students each year who
contribute to the growth of Canada as a
cultural mosaic. There are many reasons
why students consider continuing their
education in Canada. The United Nations
has consistently ranked Canada as one
of the top 10 countries in which to live,
learn and work. Students enjoy Canada’s
breath-taking natural beauty including
the Rocky Mountains, numerous national
and provincial parks and our four distinct
seasons. Canada is a multicultural society,
where customs and traditions are respected
and valued.
In addition, Canada’s education system is
excellent and degrees earned in Canadian
colleges and universities are internationally
recognized because they are subject to
strict governing standards. As a bilingual
and multicultural society, Canada is
also a world leader in second language
training programs.
As an international student, I really
appreciated the university’s flexibility
and assistance with the English
language proficiency requirements.
Duong (Saldon) Huynh • Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing), first year
What’s next: I plan to gain some relevant work experience over the next couple of years, then return to apply what I’ve
learned in my home country.
All of the professors are friendly and the staff at MacEwan University’s International office were very helpful. All of my
questions were answered quickly and the advisors gave me many helpful tips for choosing an appropriate program that
fits my interests. The facilities are also fantastic – the classrooms are equipped with new technology, and the fitness
centre makes me love to go to the gym everyday!
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I don’t want to just further my
future and create a career. I want
to feel like I am connected and
contributing to something bigger
and better – MacEwan University
gives me lots of opportunities to
do just that.
Brittany-Ann Pitruniak
Arts and Cultural Management diploma, second year
Bachelor of Communications Studies, first year
What’s next?
I am planning to pursue a career in the field of public relations
and hope to propel myself to work internationally through the
relationships I’ve established through my program.
Having professors who are both knowledgeable and passionate
about their areas of expertise, and who are approachable and
personal with their students, creates a relaxing environment.
Being able to have a professional relationship with instructors
eases the stress of university and enables you to grow not only
as a student, but also as an individual. They encourage you to
find something you are passionate about and leave your mark
in this world.
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MacEwan University Programs
MacEwan University offers the most personalized education possible. Learning
in smaller classes, with respected faculty members who know you by name, will
give you the confidence to take on the challenge of a university program.
MacEwan University Studies
International
MacEwan University Studies International
(MacEwan USI) is a bridging program
designed to provide international
students the opportunity to complete
the admission requirements needed to
enter a MacEwan University diploma or
degree-related programs, whether those
requirements relate to English language
or academic proficiency. (see page 17)
Degrees
Complete your full degree at
MacEwan University
MacEwan University students are now
able to earn four-year undergraduate
baccalaureate degrees without
transferring to another institution.
Providing increased access to quality
education by offering four-year degrees
was a natural progression for us. We’re
already established as the number one
transfer institution in the province, so the
ability to offer baccalaureate degrees
simply means more options for you,
the student.
After undergoing in-depth and rigorous
reviews to ensure that they meet
both national and international quality
standards, MacEwan University now
offers full four-year Bachelor of Arts,
Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of
Communication Studies, Bachelor of
Child and Youth Care, Bachelor of Music
in Jazz and Contemporary Popular
Music, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor
of Science in Nursing degrees.
Applied degrees
The ultimate in well-rounded education,
applied degrees combine three years of
academic study with one year of paid onthe-job experience. The work placement
is used as a “learning laboratory,” with
students keeping close contact with
their instructors while contributing to a
company’s performance. This allows you
to hone your skills in the real world and
kick start your career.
MacEwan University currently offers
applied degrees in accounting and
human service administration.
University transfer
Start your degree studies at
MacEwan University
Many students prefer to make the
transition from high school to university
at a smaller, teaching-focused
undergraduate institution and then
move to a larger research-centred
university to complete their education.
You can take the first one or two years
of your baccalaureate degree in one of
MacEwan’s university transfer programs
and then transfer to another institution
to earn your degree. Whatever your next
steps, you can begin with one of the
most successful transfer programs
in Canada.
Careers – diplomas and
certificates
We offer more than 50 programs in
health, human services, the performing
and visual arts, and business. Complete
a career-related program in one to three
years with a marketable credential and
a solid skill set that employers expect.
When you leave, you’ll be prepared to
enter the work force with expertise, and
you’ll have the skills you need to keep
your career moving forward.
Many of our career programs have
transfer agreements with degree
programs at MacEwan University or
other learning institutions in Alberta and
beyond. So whether you’re ready to
jump into a career or want to build up
your credentials, a diploma or certificate
program might be right for you.
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MacEwan University
encourages students to
participate in all its activities
and programs. It’s a place
that values, and respects
cultural diversity and goes
out of its way in adjusting
to students from different
heritages to meet their
learning needs.
Jose Tovillo
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, second year
What’s next:
After graduation, I am planning to work in a
hospital and practice what I learned and work
towards a master’s degree in nursing.
You hear a lot of positive remarks about this
university. And they’re definitely true! As English
is not my first language, writing scholarly
papers was challenging. During my first year,
I got involved with the MacEwan Ambassador
Program to hone my leadership skills, and in the
process learned about all the services available
for students – from admissions advising to career
help. Working with a writing and learning skills
specialist helped me a lot with my papers!
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Student Services
At MacEwan University we do more than teach.
We inspire. Ignite passions. Create confidence.
MacEwan International
MacEwan.ca/International
MacEwan International promotes
international education and provides
leadership, support and services for
international students and staff who
are involved in international activities.
MacEwan International helps international
students by providing pre-departure
information, orientation, social/cultural
event planning and other general
advice; provides students and staff with
opportunities to work or study abroad;
and builds relationships with other
institutions around the globe. MacEwan
International is located on the City Centre
Campus in Room 7-105.
• Parent Orientation
• MacEwan Ambassador Program
• Student Recruitment Services
• Borrowing privileges at many other
libraries in the Edmonton area such
as the University of Alberta, public
libraries, and a number of hospital and
government libraries
Student Resource Centre
Library
MacEwan.ca/SRC
Library.MacEwan.ca
Your success matters
Expand your mind
Success for Students
At MacEwan University, your success
as a student is just as important to us
as it is to you. The focus of the Student
Resource Centre (SRC) is to help you
achieve your
goals by providing access to programs,
activities and resources aimed at promoting
academic and personal success. Let the
SRC assist you with your educational,
personal and career concerns.
The Students’ Association of MacEwan
University (SAMU) is a student-centric
organization committed to serving the
needs of the entire MacEwan University
student body. SAMU strives to guarantee
the strongest possible voice for students
through advocacy and support, as well as
services such as the Heath & Dental plan,
the U-Pass, Peer Support, the Student
Food Bank and the SAM Centre.
• Advising
Each campus has a library that offers a
wide range of resources, services and
staff to support students. The student
portal (myMacEwan.ca) is the access
point for finding books and articles,
writing style guidelines, reputable
websites, hours of operation, technology
support and other information. MacEwan
University students have access to a
library collection of more than 460,000
items including books, DVDs, CDs and
reserve reading collection with many
electronic journals and e-books.
• Counselling
Other services the Library offers include:
Services include:
– Admissions
– Financial
• Scholarship, Awards and Bursary
Information
• Student Loan Assistance
• Student Success Program
• Writing and Learning Services
• Reference staff to assist with library
research and reference questions
• Technology support staff to assist with
technology-related questions
• Student photo identification card
production
• Services to Students with Disabilities
• PC and Mac computers with Internet
access and word processing software
• Career Services
• AV equipment, laptops and iPads
• International Student Advising
• Wireless Internet access
• Campus Tours
• Study and group use space
• New Student Orientation
• Photocopiers and printers
Students’ Association
samu.ca
Additionally, SAMU governs over
40 student clubs, publishes the griff
(MacEwan University’s weekly student
media), and hosts several exciting events
on campus each year, including Fall Fest,
Stress Less and Battle of the Bands.
SAMU is governed by an elected
Students’ and Executive Council. These
councils, voted in by students, are
responsible for the vision and direction
of the Students’ Association, and are
supported by a full-time and part-time
staff. SAMU operates on student fees,
paid to the association by full-time, oncampus students, and seeks alternative
funding through business opportunities,
advertising and events.
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I really enjoy being able to
get to know my professors
on a personal level and
find immense value in
being able to develop
such connections and
relationships with faculty.
Tarra Cater
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), fourth year
What’s next:
After graduation I am planning to get some work
experience as a psychiatric or mental health
aide before applying for a master’s degree
in counselling.
As a student at MacEwan University,
the staff has made me feel
welcomed and accepted. They
are always eager and willing to
answer any questions students
have. More specifically, the
professors at MacEwan
University genuinely care
about their students. If you
are willing to seek help,
they are more than happy
to assist.
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Sport and Wellness
MacEwan Health Services
MacEwan.ca/SportandWellness
MacEwan.ca/recreation
Located on the main floor of the
Christenson Family Centre for Sport
and Wellness, Health Services are
available to students, staff and the
public from Monday to Friday from
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Services include
doctor appointments, physical exams,
immunizations, allergy shots, athletic
therapy, birth control, pregnancy tests,
PAP tests, post-injury rehabilitation,
nutrition counselling, exam deferral notes,
health promotions and specialist referrals.
Exercise your mind…and your body
Take advantage of our top-notch facilities
and programs to escape from the
everyday humdrum of being a student.
Your Sport and Wellness Fee gives
you access to on-campus fitness and
aquatics facilities, value-added classes,
student-only programs, and discounted
recreation leagues, tournaments and
adventure programming.
Intercollegiate Sports
Go to MacEwanHealth.ca for information.
Walk-ins are welcome.
MacEwan University’s Griffins Athletics
has a proud tradition of competing in
hockey, basketball, volleyball, soccer,
curling, cross-country running and golf.
We compete against 17 other Alberta and
Saskatchewan colleges in the Alberta
College Athletic Conference (ACAC).
Team tryouts are held at the end of
August / early September. Athletes must
meet academic and athletic requirements
and must be full-time students to qualify.
We also offer a number of part-time jobs
for students in a number of areas:
• minor officials at home games
• sports writing
• sports photography
• sports marketing and promotions
assistants
For more information, visit
MacEwan.ca/griffins
The staff in the Aboriginal
Education Centre are a great
support and help ease the
anxiety, frustration and stress of
transitioning into university life.
Rebecca Cardinal • Correctional Services diploma, second year
What’s next: My plans are to further my education and get my degree in criminal justice or criminology.
It’s a smaller, more personal university, and the instructors are available and do make the time to make
appointments with students. The resources available for students, such as the tutoring and the library team,
are great. So are the staff and the elder in the Aboriginal Education Centre. They are a great support and help
ease the anxiety, frustration and stress of transitioning into university life.
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MacEwan
Residence
MacEwan.ca/residence
Quick facts
The building includes furnished bachelor, twobedroom, and four-bedroom suites.
A number of barrier-free suites are also available
for students with disabilities.
Features:
•Private lockable bedroom for each student
More than just a place to live.
•Kitchenette and bathroom in each suite (two
bathrooms for each four bedroom suite)
Located on City Centre Campus, the
MacEwan Residence gives almost 900
students safe, affordable housing, and a
unique living and learning environment.
It’s more than just a place to live. It’s
a place to meet other students and
get involved in campus activities. It’s a
place to learn and excel in a supportive
environment. And a place to call home.
Safe. Central. Complete.
The building is as central as you can
get in Edmonton. It’s located right on
City Centre Campus, close to classes
and services like the Library and the
Christenson Family Centre for Sport
and Wellness. And it’s within walking
distance to everything from groceries
and restaurants, to shopping and
entertainment. It is also near a major
hub for public transit, serving major
sites across the city and all other
MacEwan University campuses.
Why live in Residence?
The best thing about living in residence
is the experience of living in a unique
community with other students facing
the same experiences and challenges
you face everyday. Residents often
say they appreciate how easy it is to
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•Central thermostat in each suite
•Two laundry rooms per floor
•Two common area lounges per floor complete
with expanded satellite television
• Games area in lobby with pool table, ping pong,
foosball, and a large screen TV with Wii
•Main floor convenience store
meet new people and to develop great
friendships that last well beyond their
experiences at MacEwan University.
The residence environment provides you
the opportunity to become an active
member of the university community
and to develop a range of personal
skills. Our Residence Life program
includes everything from social events
and fun activities like intramurals and
movie nights, to personal growth
workshops like study skills and resumé
writing workshops, to formal leadership
opportunities on the Residence Life
Staff Team.
Safety and Security
With 24-hour security, a multi-key access
system, and a team of live-in staff,
MacEwan University’s residence is built
to give you the security you need.
•Waste and recycling containers for each suite
•Heat, power and water included
Each bedroom comes complete with the following:
•Super double bed with storage drawers
•Workstation and chair
•Two-drawer pedestal
•Phone line for local calls
•Basic satellite television service (13 channels)
•Free Internet access
•Large window
•Closet organizer
Rates (2012/13)*
From $6,060 to $7,565 per person
*All fees include the following: Residence Life fees (fall and winter
terms), orientation fees and laundry/residence ID cards.
Information and Residence Applications
Residence applications are available online at
MacEwan.ca/residence.
Residence applications for 2012/2013 will be
available in October.
For more information, email
residence@macewan.ca or call 780-633-8000
or 1-877-497-4017.
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University Entrance
Programming
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MacEwan University Studies International
MacEwan.ca/USI
M
any international students
lack some of the admission
requirements needed to directly
enter a degree or diploma program of study.
MacEwan University Studies International
(MacEwan USI) provides international
students the opportunity to complete the
admission requirements needed to enter
a MacEwan University diploma or degreerelated program, whether those requirements
relate to English language or academic
proficiency. As part of their MacEwan USI
program, students may complete some
of the course work that forms part of their
future goal diploma or degree.
Program of Study
Depending on their language and
educational background, students
may begin their MacEwan USI
program in one of the following three
categories:
1.Full-time English language
3.Advanced Entry. International
completion of MacEwan USI provides
full-time English preparation or
international students the opportunity
full-time secondary studies may
to enter one of our many career and
undertake some post-secondary
degree programs of study. Some of
course work that forms part of the
these programs have quotas and
curriculum of their goal program,
admission may be on a competitive
while at the same time completing
basis.
preparation (Standard Entry
the necessary English language
English). International students
preparation or secondary course
who have a low level of English
work needed to enter that program.
language proficiency as indicated
by an iBt TOEFL score below 70
or an IELTS score less than 5.5
will begin their MacEwan USI
program by taking full-time ESL
course work. Students who have
not completed a TOEFL or IELTS
test will be placed in an appropriate
level of ESL study based on
MacEwan University’s English
Language Placement Test.
2.Full-time high school course
Students are considered to have
completed the MacEwan USI program
when they have completed the
admission requirements to their goal
program. Under most circumstances
this would be expected to take no
more than one to two years. English
language proficiency for MacEwan
other equivalent test at the specified
MacEwan University Studies
International
levels required for admission, or
Email: USI@macewan.ca
by completing a TOEFL, IELTS, or
by attaining the required grade in
Secondary). International students
MacEwan University’s ENGL 086/087
needing to complete three or
English language preparation courses.
required for admission to their goal
program will begin their MacEwan
USI program by completing these
necessary courses.
English Second Language (ESL)
International students who only wish to
take ESL course work to improve their
English language skills must apply to the
MacEwan USI program as the ESL courses
are provided to them through this program.
Being in the MacEwan USI program also
allows them access to the various benefits
available to students registered in a
full-time program (health and dental care,
U-Pass, Students’ Association, etc.), as
well as the opportunity to consult with a
MacEwan USI academic advisor.
University programs can be satisfied
work (Standard Entry
more high school courses that are
appropriate course work. Successful
students who require less than
Quick facts
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 15, 2013
To start in: May 2014
Apply starting: October 1, 2013
Documents due: April 15, 2014
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and Supplies
Year I $10,000 - $16,000 $2,100
Note: For admission purposes MacEwan
University requires original documents. If
you have received conditional admission
based upon copied documents, the originals
will be required to clear this condition before
beginning classes.
All MacEwan USI students are
expected to consult regularly with
the MacEwan USI academic advisor
to ensure they are undertaking the
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Degree and University
Transfer Programs
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D
o you like to challenge and be challenged?
Do you get a definite sense of accomplishment
from overcoming obstacles? Do you enjoy
discussions that revolve around differing ideas, opinions,
perceptions and beliefs? If you answered yes, then you
belong in the arts.
Bachelor of Arts
MacEwan.ca/BA
Faculty of Arts and Science
At the end of your degree, you will have learned
to communicate, reason, create, write and speak
effectively. In today’s knowledge-based economy, the
most valuable employees are critical, adaptable and
creative thinkers.
Quick facts
Career potential
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree is
highly marketable across employment
sectors because arts graduates
develop superior communication
skills, the ability to approach issues
from differing perspectives, and a
general appreciation of knowledge.
Many BA grads consider graduate
studies or admission into professional
programs like law, business, education
and social work. The possibilities truly
are endless; a BA degree prepares
you for whatever lies ahead.
Program of study
The MacEwan University arts degree
is designed to give you breadth of
education, combined with depth of
study and flexibility of courses.
MacEwan University offers
majors and minors in the following
disciplines: anthropology, economics,
English, history, philosophy,
political science, psychology and
sociology. Minors are also available
in biological sciences, business
studies, classics, chemistry, computer
science, earth and atmospheric
sciences, mathematics, physics
and statistics.
In addition to the courses offered within
our majors and minors, courses are also
available in the following subject areas:
art history, astronomy, biochemistry,
botany, Chinese, comparative
literature, drama, education, French,
genetics, German, Japanese, Latin,
linguistics, Spanish and zoology.
For a complete program of study
and full course details, visit
MacEwan.ca/BA.
Transferability
Program start dates
All courses completed within the
Bachelor of Arts program are credit
courses and may be transferable
individually toward further study at
other Alberta institutions. For current,
detailed information on individual
course transferability, refer to the
Online Alberta Transfer Guide
(transferalberta.ca) or contact
the receiving institution directly.
September 2013 or January 2014
If you are currently attending another
post-secondary institution and are
interested in transferring to the
Bachelor of Arts program at MacEwan
University, please contact a BA advisor.
The Bachelor of Arts program admits
students on a first admissible, first
qualified basis. Apply early. Be sure
to submit your official documents as
soon as they are available.
Bachelor of Arts
*Documents for post-secondary applicants due
June 15, 2013
Email: international@macewan.ca
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Group C course*
3.Three subjects from Group A, B,
or C (a maximum of two Group B
subjects can be used; they must
be from different subject areas)*
Notes:
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013*
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
and materials and is based on a full
course load of 30 credits.
Admission
Regular Admission
Application and document dates
Tuition
• Mathematics 30-1 is required for
courses in the Economics major;
Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics
30-2 is required for courses in the
Psychology major.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
• Specific university-level courses
may be used to substitute for
courses deficiencies.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
• Students are strongly encouraged
to present a range of courses in
order to benefit from the breadth
of learning and to increase the
flexibility of their options in the
Bachelor of Arts degree.
Mature Admission
• Certain university-level courses
have high school prerequisites
and students are responsible to
ensure they have fulfilled these
prerequisites prior to registration in
those courses.
• ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent (or equivalent)
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicant must have the following:
OR
• Six credits of university-level
English with no grade less than C-
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA) of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale and must have
completed the required high school
courses listed under the Regular
Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have been assigned
two unsatisfactory academic records
within the past five years will not
be considered for admission or
re-admission to the program until
a minimum three years from the
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,829
Year II
$14,820 + $2,819
Year III
$14,820 + $2,819
Year IV
$14,820 + $2,819
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
date of the assignment of the last
unsatisfactory academic record.
For the purpose of admission or
re-admission, an unsatisfactory record
is defined as a transcript with the
notation ‘required to withdraw’
or equivalent.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Bachelor of Child and
Youth Care
(with diploma exit option)
MacEwan.ca/CYC
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
N
ot everyone makes it through school years, adolescence, and early adulthood
with ease and success. Some young people experience neglect, abuse, failure,
emotional distress or family breakdown that can leave them ill-equipped to face
the future. Helping young people and their families overcome emotional and behavioural
problems is the child and youth care worker’s role.
MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Child and Youth Care program has a proud history
of preparing students for a rewarding career helping troubled young people and their
families. Now students can choose to complete the four-year degree right here at
MacEwan University, or exit after two years of study with a diploma.
Career potential
Sensitive, well-educated and
knowledgeable graduates are in
demand across Canada. Graduates
can enjoy a rewarding career as youth
workers, family support workers,
out-of-school care workers; child/
youth care workers/counsellors,
counsellor assistants, family
enhancement workers or familyschool liaison workers. Work settings
include treatment centres, group
homes, youth centres, mental health
centres, family support programs,
community-based programs, foster
care, schools and numerous
other settings.
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Diploma exit students (after successful
For full course details, refer to the
completion of year two) are prepared
full-time calendar, available at any
for entry level, front-line positions.
MacEwan Bookstore location or
Degree graduates (after successful
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
completion of year four) are prepared
child and youth care practitioners and/
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care
(with diploma exit option)
or supervisory positions.
Email: international@macewan.ca
for positions as advanced front-line
Transferability
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care
degree graduates are eligible for
admission to the Master in Child
and Youth Care program through
the University of Victoria and may be
eligible for admission to various other
graduate level programs.
Admission
†
Mature Admission
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicant must have the following:
Competitive
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Social Studies 30
3.One Group A, B or C course*
4.One Group A, B, C or D course*
5.One Group C course*
Notes:
• Specific university-level courses,
with a minimum grade of C-, may
be used to substitute for course
deficiencies only under the
following circumstances:
– Six credits of university-level
English in lieu of ELA 30-1
– Six credits of university-level
language, other than English,
in lieu of a Group A course
(all six credits must be the
same language)
• ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent (or equivalent)
OR
• Six credits of university-level
English with a minimum grade
of CPrevious Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• A Child and Youth Care Diploma or
a related Certificate or Diploma.
OR
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular
or Mature Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
†
Applicants are required to submit
the following:
• evidence of a minimum 40
hours of relevant volunteer or
work experience - Supervisor’s
Reference (form provided).
• a personal profile demonstrating an
understanding of the role of a child
care worker (form provided).
Note: Applicants from Child and Youth Care
diploma programs applying to 3rd year will
only be required to submit a resume and one
reference letter.
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to submit the following by the
beginning of the intake term:
• Current, clear Security Clearance
with Vulnerable Sector Search or
eligibility to apply for a pardon and
no open youth record.
• Current Standard First Aid and
Level C CPR certification.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
Quick facts
Program Start Date
September 2013
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
**See Admission Information, p.75
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
NOTE: The above contains only partial admission
requirement information. For full details, visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,582
Year II
$14,326 + $2,368
Year III
$14,820 + $2,435
Year IV
$14,820 + $2,552
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma/Degree
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery:
Distance learning for diploma
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Bachelor of Commerce
MacEwan.ca/BCom
School of Business
M
acEwan University’s Bachelor of Commerce is a degree
with a difference. World-class instructors in state-of-the-art
classrooms teach MacEwan University’s innovative, realworld curriculum to small class sizes. Quality instruction, small classes
and lower tuition costs – the MacEwan University difference.
MacEwan University is also accessible. Have you taken business
courses at another post-secondary institution? You’ve earned your
credit and chances are you can apply it to MacEwan University’s
Bachelor of Commerce degree. Block transfer agreements are in
place with many post-secondary institutions across Alberta, and with
diplomas from within MacEwan. OR, start your degree with us and
transfer your credit to a business degree at another post-secondary
institution in Alberta or Canada.
Our Bachelor of Commerce degree has expanded, offering six majors,
including: accounting, international business, management, supply
chain management co-op, and two new majors in human resources
management and marketing.
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Quick facts
Career potential
Business graduates can start careers
in such areas as finance, marketing,
accounting, management information
systems, entrepreneurship and
In addition, you will select two elective
Years 3 and 4
Program start dates
courses in humanities, sciences or
Courses will vary depending on your
September 2013 and January 2014
social sciences.
choice of major. Visit our website
* Note: Students with credit in Math 31 will be
enrolled in Math 114 in lieu of Math 113.
(MacEwan.ca/bcom) for detailed
small business, human resource
Year 2: The core courses:
management or international
Introductory Accounting (ACCT 311),
business fields.
Managerial Information and Control
Program of study
Systems (ACCT 322), Introduction to
Canadian Business (BUSN 201),
information or contact an advisor
780-497-5162.
Transferability
You can transfer after one or two
years of study at MacEwan University
Program cost estimates (2012/13 )
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books, and materials. Based on a
full course load of 30 credits.
Business Law I (LEGL 210),
(ECON 101), Introduction to
Fundamentals of Marketing (MARK
Macroeconomics (ECON 102), Math
301), Probability and Statistics II
For full course details, refer to the
or Finance class (choose one of the
(MGTS 312), and Introduction to
full-time calendar, available at any
following: MATH 113/114, MATH
Management (ORGA 201), Operations
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
120, MATH 112 or FNCE 113),
Management (MGTS 352), Advanced
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Analysis and Argument (ENGL 102),
Business Writing (PROW 210).
Special Topics in Business (BUSN
In addition, you will select two
elective courses.
To start in: January 2013
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
point average (GPA) required for
Introductory Finance (FNCE 301),
Introduction to Microeconomics
Probability and Statistics (MGTS 103),
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
(60 credits maximum). The grade
Year 1: The core courses:
Introduction of Literature (ENGL 103),
Application and document dates
admission varies between institutions.
Bachelor of Commerce
Email: international@macewan.ca
201), Business Law I (LEGL 210).
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $14,820 + $2,3447
Year II $14,820+$2,566*
Year III $14,820+$2,530*
Year IV $14,820+$2,600*
*Estimate does not reflect co-op terms for
Supply Chain Management major. Co-op terms
run May-August. Fees approximately $475 per
co-op term.
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: Part time, limited
distance learning
Admission
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular
or Mature Admission category.
Regular Admission
Mature Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
2.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
3.One Group A course*
1.ELA 30-1
Other Admission Criteria
4.One Group C course*
5.One Group A, B or C course*
2.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
Notes:
3.One Group C course
• Although it is not an admission
requirement, Mathematics 31 is
strongly recommended.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants who have been assigned
two unsatisfactory academic records
within the past five years will not
be considered for admission or
re-admission to the program until
a minimum three years from the
date of the assignment of the last
unsatisfactory academic record.
For the purpose of admission or readmission, an unsatisfactory record
is defined as a transcript with the
notation ‘required to withdraw’
or equivalent.
1.ELA 30-1
• Under Regular Admission,
applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions with a minimum
grade of C-.
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from
a recognized institution:
• A Business or Business-related
post-secondary Certificate or
Diploma with a minimum Admission
Grade Point Average (AGPA)** of
3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
OR
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Quick facts
Bachelor of Communication Studies
MacEwan.ca/CommunicationDegree
School of Communications
Centre for the Arts and Communications
Program start date
September 2013 and January 2014
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
W
ant a career that is creative, dynamic and highly marketable? Do you wish
to nurture your creativity and your power with words? The Bachelor of
Communication Studies degree will provide you with the essentials of effective
communication and prepare you for an exciting career in the field of communication.
Major in professional communication or journalism. Develop your critical-thinking and
decision-making skills, hone your technical and interpersonal effectiveness, and build a
portfolio as proof of your competence.
Communication professionals are new and in demand. They are a hybrid of researcher,
writer, reporter and information worker. The field is forward-looking and interdisciplinary.
So is this degree. Prepare for a career that is dynamic and evolving. Prepare for a career
in communication.
Career potential
The degree provides preparation for
strategic roles in business, traditional
and new media, not-for-profit and
public sector organizations: wherever
clear, correct and effective messages
are valued.
Graduates of MacEwan University’s
Bachelor of Communication Studies
will have competency in critical
problem solving, global awareness
and cultural sensitivity, creativity,
information and research literacy,
and ethical and professional practice.
These competencies will bring career
success in a variety of positions –
writer, editor, researcher, journalist,
reporter, marketer, client or community
relations practitioner, communications
advisor, communications coordinator,
public information officer, producer,
social media contact, reviewer,
analyst, commentator – and in many
roles that have yet to be created. In
2008, Statistics Canada projected
a rise in employment demand in
communication fields, and in 2010,
the Government of Alberta reported
that hiring is robust for journalists and
good for writers and editors.
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theory and research methods. Years
two and three provide both breadth
and depth, allowing students to
specialize in editing, strategic or
technical communication (professional
communication major) or in news
gathering and digital media production
(journalism major).
Year three’s ethical practice and
portfolio course culminates in a monthlong professional field placement.
Students conclude year four with
skills, experience and practical proof
of their communication competence.
With both theory and practice in
communication, students graduate
with confidence and expertise.
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Please contact the program.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,914
Year II
$14,820 + $2,904
Year III
$14,820 + $3,101
Year IV
$14,820 + $2,819
Competitive program
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Bachelor of Communication
Studies
Email: international@macewan.ca
Admission
†
Mature Admission
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Competitive
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term. Applicant
must have the following:
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
• ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent (or equivalent)
OR
• Six credits of university-level English
with a minimum grade of C-
2.One Group A, B or C course*
Applicants with nine or more postsecondary credits must also present
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
3.One Group A or B course*
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Program of study
4.One Group C course*
Year one includes common
coursework for both professional
communication and journalism
majors, building a solid foundation in
rhetoric, language and composition,
visual communication, communication
5.One Group A or C course (or
Group B course if it was not used
in #3 above)*
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
1.ELA 30-1
Applicants with nine or more postsecondary credits must also present
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale and must have completed
the required core courses listed
under the Regular Admission
category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants must complete a writing
assessment.
• Writing Assessment – Applicants
must achieve a minimum grade
of 65 per cent on this written
assessment.
Note:
• Graduates of MacEwan
University Bachelor of Applied
Communications in Professional
Writing, Diploma in Professional
Writing and Journalism programs
will not be required to write the
program’s writing assessment.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
I
magine that your job is to shape the minds of tomorrow, to instill a
passion for learning and problem solving in elementary, junior high or
high school students. And imagine the personal satisfaction of making a
difference in a student’s life. Imagine becoming that favourite teacher who
makes a difference. In addition to teaching opportunities, the Bachelor of
Education degree is recognized and valued in other professional fields. A
B.Ed. prepares you for a career and also serves as an excellent foundation
for graduate school.
Bachelor of
Education
Transfer
MacEwan.ca/education
Faculty of Arts and Science
Career potential
Program of study
Inspired to be teachers, education
grads seek careers in elementary,
secondary or adult education
environments. Graduate studies is
always an option.
The B.Ed. transfer program at
MacEwan University is structured
to align primarily with the University
of Alberta (U of A) Bachelor of
Education degree.
Education students hone skills that
make a B.Ed. highly marketable
in careers outside the teaching
profession as well. Some of these
careers include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
trainers/facilitators
advisors
youth workers
fund raisers
administrators
recreation co-ordinators
• introduction to the teaching
profession
• options
Note: Students intending to pursue a
specialization in art or music should consult
an advisor prior to application.
Elementary Route
Secondary Route
You may complete up to 60 credits at
MacEwan University, depending on
your specialization.
You can complete your first year
(24-30 credits) and, in many cases,
the second year of your education
degree (up to 60 credits) at MacEwan
University, depending on your
specializations.
MacEwan University offers the
following coursework applicable to
an elementary education degree:
• language/literature, mathematics,
social sciences, natural sciences,
fine arts, computing, physical
education, health education
MacEwan University offers the
following coursework towards a
secondary education degree:
• language/literature and computing
science
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Admission
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Group C course*
3.Three subjects from Group A, B
or C (a maximum of two Group B
subjects can be used; they must
be from different subject areas)*
Notes:
• Students are strongly encouraged
to present a range of courses in
order to benefit from the breadth
of learning and to increase the
flexibility of their options in the
Bachelor of Arts degree.
• Certain university-level courses
have high school prerequisites
and students are responsible to
ensure they have fulfilled these
prerequisites prior to registration in
those courses.
• Mathematics 30-1 is required for
courses in the Economics major;
• Specific university-level courses
may be used to substitute for
courses deficiencies.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have the following:
• ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent (or equivalent)
OR
• Six credits of university-level
English with no grade less than CApplicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
• introduction to the teaching
profession
Bachelor of Education
Transfer Program
• options
Email: international@macewan.ca
• selected coursework towards most
specializations
Note: Students intending to pursue a
specialization in art or music should consult
an advisor prior to application.
For full course details, visit
MacEwan.ca/education.
Transferability
You may apply to transfer to the
University of Alberta’s Faculty of
Education with up to 60 credits in the
education degree you are pursuing.
For full transfer information, or if
you intend to transfer to a different
university, please consult an advisor.
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Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics
30-2 is required for courses in the
Psychology major.
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale and must have
completed the required high school
courses listed under the Regular
Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have been assigned
two unsatisfactory academic records
within the past five years will not
be considered for admission or
re-admission to the program until
a minimum three years from the
date of the assignment of the last
unsatisfactory academic record.
For the purpose of admission or
re-admission, an unsatisfactory
record is defined as a transcript with
the notation “required to withdraw”
or equivalent.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Quick facts
Program start dates
September 2013 or January 2014
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013*
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
NOTE: Students who plan to begin
their Bachelor of Education degree at
MacEwan need to apply to the Bachelor
of Arts program for admission.
The Bachelor of Arts program
admits students on a firstadmissible, first-qualified basis.
Apply early. Be sure to submit your
official documents as soon as they
are available.
*Documents for post-secondary applicants are
due June 15, 2013.
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials and is based
on a full course load of 30 credits.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,829
Year II
$14,820 + $2,819
Credential available: Transfer
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Bachelor of Music in Jazz and
Contemporary Popular Music
MacEwan.ca/MusicDegree
Centre for the Arts and Communications
I
n the highly competitive world
of music, further education
is crucial for a successful
and lasting career. Combined
with programming uniqueness
and an overwhelming demand
from students, MacEwan
University is now offering a fouryear music degree in addition to
its established music diploma.
At MacEwan University,
students have the chance to
study jazz and contemporary
popular music including pop
and rock, making it one of the
few universities in Canada with
this unique programming.
With the addition of the B.Mus.
degree program, MacEwan
University will continue to offer
its celebrated Music diploma
program. Students will have the
choice to apply to either the
diploma program (current intake
of 90 students per year) or the
degree program (proposed
intake of 30 students per year). 27
Career potential
The Bachelor of Music in Jazz and
Contemporary Popular Music (B.Mus.)
is an academic degree that prepares
students for the music profession and
further studies at the graduate level.
For almost 40 years, the MacEwan
University Music diploma program
has been training some of Canada’s
most talented musicians. Our Music
diploma graduates have gone on
guitar or winds), composition and
performance, composition or general.
general. Students in the General route
Private instruction is offered for a
may pursue one of two unique minors:
number of instruments including
music technology and production or
guitar, piano, drums/percussion,
music career management.
bass (electric and acoustic), winds
At MacEwan University, classroom
and voice.
work, group work, practice, rehearsals
With many different performance
and performances all serve to help
opportunities including major public
you develop a level of comfort in your
performances, recitals, coffeehouses,
field, so you can pursue your dream
jam sessions and your own gigs, you
with confidence and expertise.
will quickly turn that raw potential into
real, practical skills.
to pursue careers as songwriters,
In your first year, you’ll cover the
performers, accompanists, arrangers,
basics with individual instrumental
For full course details, refer to the
composers, record producers,
or vocal lessons, improvisation,
full-time calendar, available at any
distributors and sound technicians,
ear training, the history of jazz
MacEwan Bookstore location or
to name just a few.
and popular music, theory and an
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
opportunity to participate in one of
The B.Mus. program offers three
Then, starting in your second
Bachelor of Music in Jazz and
Contemporary Popular Music
majors: performance (voice, piano/
year you’ll begin focusing on one
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keyboard, bass, drums/percussion,
of the program’s three majors –
Program of study
our many performance ensembles.
Program start dates
Admission
Competitive
†
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Four Group A, B, or C courses*
OR
Three Group A, B, or C courses; one
Group D course*
Notes:
• A maximum of two Group B’s can
be used but not from the same
discipline
• Specific university level courses,
completed with a minimum grade
of C-, may be used to substitute for
course deficiencies only under the
following circumstances:
– 6 credits of university-level
English in lieu of English 30-1
– 6 credits of university-level
Language other than English
in lieu of a group A course
(all 6 credits must be the
same language).
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Quick facts
September 2013
Applicants with nine or more
post-secondary credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicant must have the following:
• ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent (or equivalent)
OR
• Six credits of university-level
English with a minimum grade
of CApplicants with nine or more postsecondary credits must also present
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular
Admission category.
OR
• A two year diploma in Music with
a program Grade Point Average
(GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.**
Depending on the specific diploma,
applicants may be required to
complete a bridging program
determined by the Music Program.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria†
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a full
course load.
Applicants must pass an audition.
The specific audition requirements for
all applicants may be viewed on the
Music Program Website.
Please contact the program.
Limited space is available, and not all
applicants who are eligible may be
admitted. When admission becomes
competitive, performance in the
audition is the primary criterion for
admission. Applicants must also be
aware that admission for any category
is limited based on the availability of
spaces for the principal instrument.
Year II $15,808 + $3,100-$3,764
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $15,808 + $3,374
Competitive program
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
Centre for the Arts and
Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
Bachelor of Physical Education
Transfer
MacEwan.ca/PhysEd
Faculty of Arts and Science
G
etting your degree in physical education
doesn’t just mean you’re good at sports.
In fact, being an athlete is only a very
small component of this program. You will develop
the human, technical and conceptual expertise to
be successful and take full advantage of various
professional opportunities. The Department of
Physical Education believes that intellectual, spiritual,
emotional, physical and social development are
necessary for total personal wellness and success.
Program of study
A four-year Bachelor of Physical
Education degree has both a
Concentrations include: active living,
health and well-being, physical activity
and sport performance, cultural and
adapted physical education, coaching
studies and activity and nutrition.
Program start date
Transferability
September 2013
MacEwan University offers the first
Application and document dates
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Potential occupations include:
in a wide variety of areas including
Interest in health and professional
• lifestyle and fitness consultant
anatomy, physiology, health
fitness makes this an attractive area
• athletic therapist
for the future. Your physical education
• coach
people skills needed to start a career
in a field that interests you.
• community recreation programmer
• director of community sports
• teacher*
• physiotherapist*
education, recreation and leisure
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
studies, biomechanics and more.
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
Students who are successful in the
and materials and is based on a full
program transfer into year two or
course load of 30 credits.
three with our collaborative partner,
Tuition
the University of Alberta.
For full course details, refer to
MacEwan.ca/PhysEd.
*additional education required
Admission
Competitive
†
Notes:
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
• Physical Education 30 must be 5 or
more credits.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
1.ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
60 per cent
2.Biology 30 with a minimum grade
of 60 per cent
3.Two Group A or C courses*
4.One Group B or C course or
Physical Education 30*
• Only one language, other than
English, will be accepted towards
admission.
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale (no time limit on calculation
of AGPA).
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
To start in: September 2013
degree. Students will take classes
Career potential
• kinesiologist
Quick facts
managerial studies of sport and leisure,
the Bachelor of Physical Education
well-rounded education and the
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theoretical and practical focus.
and second years of programming in
experience will provide you with a
Bachelor of Physical Education
Transfer program
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
60 per cent
2.Biology 30 with a minimum grade
of 60 per cent
Note:
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale (no time limit on calculation
of AGPA).
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,808 + $3,068
Year II
$15,314 + $3,313
Competitive program
Credential available: Transfer
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale† and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular
or Mature Admission category.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
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Bachelor of Science
MacEwan.ca/science
Faculty of Arts and Science
S
ometimes the simple answers just won’t do. Your healthy sense of curiosity is
too strong to ignore; you’ve got to get to the heart of the issue. You have the
patience to hypothesize and experiment until you have found the answer to
your question. For you, the journey truly is half the fun.
Quick facts
Career potential
Wondering what you can do with
a science degree? A Bachelor
of Science degree will equip you
with a well-rounded education
and the people skills needed to
find employment in a variety of
areas. Science career opportunities
continue to be in high demand with
many science-related occupations
experiencing employment growth.
Visit alis.ca/occinfo for some future
career ideas. And remember – the
possibilities are truly endless. Program of study
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
degree comprises 120 credits of
coursework with six majors: biological
sciences, computer science,
mathematics, mathematical sciences
(in which students focus on two of:
mathematics, statistics or computer
science), physical sciences (in which
students focus on two of: physics,
chemistry or Earth and planetary
sciences) and psychology. Minors
are offered in biological sciences,
chemistry, computer science, Earth
and planetary sciences, mathematics,
physics, psychology, and statistics.
Students in the B.Sc. program are
also eligible to take any minor offered
in the Bachelor of Arts program,
including business studies.
The B.Sc. is a foundational or general
degree. It provides graduates with
generalist knowledge and skills
highly valued in a dynamic world
economy. The program also offers
high transferability for the first two
years, so students retain the option to
transfer to other institutions.
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Students may also choose one of the
pre-professional program streams
leading towards degrees in dental
hygiene, dentistry, medical laboratory
science, medicine, optometry,
pharmacy and veterinary medicine.
For full course details, refer to
MacEwan.ca/science.
Transferability
All courses completed within the
Bachelor of Science program
are credit courses and may be
transferable individually toward further
study at other Alberta institutions.
For current, detailed information on
individual course transferabilty, refer
to the Online Alberta Transfer Guide
(transferalberta.ca) or contact the
receiving institution directly.
Bachelor of Science
1.ELA 30-1
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
2.Mathematics 30-1
3.Two of the following: Biology 30,
Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31,
Physics 30, Computing Science
(CSE) Advanced Level Career
and Technology Studies (CTS)
(minimum 5 credits)
4.One Group A, B or C course*
Note:
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university-level
substitutions.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 60 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Regular Admission
2.Mathematics 30-1
September 2013 and January 2014
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Admission
1.ELA 30-1
Program start dates
3.Two of the following: Biology 30,
Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31,
Physics 30, Computing Science
(CSE) Advanced Level Career
and Technology Studies (CTS)
(minimum 5 credits)
Note:
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university-level
substitutions.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have been assigned
two unsatisfactory academic records
within the past five years will not
be considered for admission or
re-admission to the program until
a minimum three years from the
date of the assignment of the last
unsatisfactory academic record.
For the purpose of admission or readmission, an unsatisfactory record
is defined as a transcript with the
notation ‘required to withdraw’ or
equivalent.
Estimate includes tuition, plus fees,
books and supplies and is based on
a full course load of 30 credits.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,944
Year II
$14,820 + $3,014
Year III
$14,820 + $3,089
Year IV
$14,820 + $3,089
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university-transferable coursework,
from a recognized institution, with
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
• The required core courses listed
under the Regular or Mature
Admission category.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Bachelor of Science in
Engineering Transfer
Quick facts
MacEwan.ca/engineering
Faculty of Arts and Science
Program start date
September 2013
S
ome of the most inventive, entrepreneurial minds of
the last 500 years have been those of engineers.
They have changed our lives by applying science and
math to modern life. This is unquestionably one of the most
challenging and rewarding career paths you can choose,
and MacEwan University is the ideal place to start. Engineer
your own future by matching your scientific mind with your
exceptional creativity, exercising your mechanical aptitude
and problem-solving abilities, and nurturing your love of math
and science. Become a good communicator who enjoys
working in teams and you will be an excellent engineer.
• Calculus I
Application and document dates
• Wave Motion, Optics, and Sound
To start in: September 2013
• Essentials of Writing for Engineering
Students or three credit option
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Winter term courses
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
• Computer Programming for
Engineers
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials and is based
on a full course load of 40 credits.
• Introductory University Chemistry II
• Orientation to the Engineering
Profession II
• Mechanics
• Calculus II and Parametrics
• Applied Linear Algebra
Career potential
Program of study
With economic growth comes the
workforce’s dependence on trained
engineers in a variety of disciplines.
The Government of Alberta has
identified engineering as one of the
top prospects for growth in this first
decade of the 21st century. Disciplines
in engineering include: chemical,
civil, civil environmental, computer,
electrical, engineering physics,
mechanical, materials, mining,
and petroleum.
Due to the competitive nature of this
program, and first year results that
determine your choice of discipline
when you transfer to the University
of Alberta, all program students are
expected to take a common set of
courses in first year.
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent †, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
Fall term courses
• Introductory University Chemistry I
• Orientation to the Engineering
Profession I
• Engineering Mechanics
Applicants who have completed any
university transfer credits in a nonengineering program and satisfy the
requirements for Regular or Mature
Admission will be assessed for
Program eligibility.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale (no time limit on calculation
of AGPA).
Mature Admission
Transferability
The Bachelor of Science in
Engineering Transfer program offers
first-year courses that may be used
toward obtaining a B.Sc. (Eng.) at the
University of Alberta. Students who
have successfully completed their
first year* are guaranteed entrance to
the second year at the University of
Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering.
Year I
Fees, books
and supplies
$15,808 + $4,042
Competitive program
Credential available: Transfer
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
For full course details, refer to
MacEwan.ca/engineering.
* Students must complete a minimum of 30 credits
with a GPA of 2.5; ENGG 100/ENGG101 may not
be included in the 30 credits. Students with GPAs
below 2.5 will be offered admission on a space
available basis and admission will be competitive.
Bachelor of Science in
Engineering Transfer program
5.ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
50 per cent
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Note:
• Up to two relevant post-secondary
substitutions may be used in lieu of
high school courses.
Applicants who have completed any
university transfer credits in a nonengineering program and satisfy the
requirements for Regular or Mature
Admission will be assessed for
Program eligibility.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale (no time limit on calculation
of AGPA).
3.Mathematics 30-1
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
4.Mathematics 31
1.Mathematics 30-1
Skills Appraisal
5.Physics 30
2.Chemistry 30
Note:
3.Physics 30
• Up to two relevant post-secondary
substitutions may be used in lieu of
high school courses.
4.Mathematics 31
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent.
AND
Writing: Applicants must successfully
2.Chemistry 30
Tuition
Credit for courses taken at MacEwan
University may be transferred to other
post-secondary institutions within, as
well as outside, Alberta.
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
grade of 70 per cent† in each of the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
Documents due: August 1, 2013
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Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have been required to
withdraw twice from any accredited
post-secondary institution or once
from any engineering program will not
be considered for admission or readmission to the Program. In addition,
applicants who have completed
any university transfer credits in an
accredited engineering program will
not be considered for admission
or re-admission.
**See Admission Information, p.75
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
MacEwan.ca/nursing
School of Nursing
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
R
egistered Nurses play a vital role in promoting
health and wellness, preventing illness and injury
and caring for individuals and families experiencing
illness. They practice within complex, unpredictable
and dynamic settings to promote health and healing
with individuals, families and communities. If you are a
dedicated and compassionate individual who wants to
work with people and make a difference, who has a spirit
of inquiry and love of learning, and is prepared to work
hard to achieve this goal, a Registered Nurse may be the
right career choice for you.
Career Potential
Transferability
The profession of registered nursing
MacEwan University’s Bachelor
offers a highly challenging and deeply
of Science in Nursing program is
rewarding career for dedicated
recognized by several Canadian
individuals. Registered nurses have
universities to prepare graduates with
a vital role within a complex and
the required knowledge and academic
changing health system. MacEwan
skills for further education and
University baccalaureate nursing
graduate level studies.
graduates have the knowledge and
skills to practice in diverse settings,
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
including acute care, community care
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and continuing care.
Program of Study
MacEwan University’s Bachelor
of Science in Nursing program
is a rigorous, four-year program,
designed to introduce, expand and
sequentially integrate knowledge,
concepts and theories. Our approach
to learning promotes the retention and
application of in-depth knowledge and
diverse skills. Graduates are prepared
to initiate and support actions to
promote health, prevent illness/injury,
and restore health with individuals,
families, groups, communities and
populations in a variety of settings.
Introductory knowledge and
competencies for nursing research,
education, and leadership roles are
encompassed within the program.
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Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
4.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 31
Note:
• For Mature Admission only, another
Group C course grade could be
used to replace the Mathematics
30-1 or Mathematics 31 grade in
the calculation of the competitive
average.
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
2.Biology 30
Applicants with nine to 23 universitylevel credits must also present a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
3.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
Previous Post-Secondary Work
4.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 31
Admission in this category does not
imply or guarantee the transfer of
any coursework and/or credential
unless a block transfer agreement
(internal or external) is in effect and
published in the calendar by the Office
of the Registrar. In addition, transfer
of coursework does not imply or
guarantee that an applicant will
be admitted.
1.ELA 30-1
5.One Group A, B, or C course*
Note:
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
Applicants with nine to 23 universitylevel credits must also present a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Biology 30
3.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale† and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular or
Mature Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have had one
unsatisfactory academic record must
meet the admission requirements
under the Previous Post-Secondary
Work admission category
Applicants who have two or more
unsatisfactory academic records
from any post-secondary program
or institution will not be considered
for admission or re-admission to
the Program. For the purpose of
admission or re-admission, an
unsatisfactory record is defined as a
transcript with the notation ‘required
to withdraw’ or equivalent.
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit: a current,
clear Security Clearance for working
with vulnerable populations by the
academic document deadline. Having
a pardon in progress does not meet
the admission requirement for a clear
security clearance.
Conditionally accepted applicants
who have had a break in the
continuity of their nursing program or
who completed a portion of a nursing
program through another institution
may have to meet additional course
requirements to establish course
currency and/or course equivalence.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Quick facts
Program start dates
September 2013
January 2014
**See Admission Information, p.75
Application and document dates
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
†
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 15, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
(for September start)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$17,290 + $3,887
Year II
$16,796 + $3,259
Year III
$15,314 + $2,559
Year IV
$14,326 + $3,324
Competitive program
Credential available: Degree
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
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Applied Degree Programs
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Bachelor of Applied Business
Administration – Accounting
MacEwan.ca/BABA
School of Business
T
he perception of the role of accounting in an organization is changing. No longer
is the accountant relegated to the back room. Accountants today take on
fundamental leadership roles in business and are required to think strategically
— looking at business from more than just a financial perspective. MacEwan
University’s Bachelor of Applied Business Administration – Accounting provides
students with the skills to succeed in the new economy. This two-year, post-diploma
degree combines professional accounting studies with extensive learning and practice
cycles in the workplace. The program is technology integrated, requiring students
to use a notebook computer in class. This combination of classroom and directed
workplace study prepares students for the realities of the marketplace, providing the
right blend of skill and experience needed for immediate success.
Quick facts
Program start date
September 2013
(full-time/part-time)
January 2014
(part-time evening intake)
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
accounting diploma (for example,
the Association of Certified General
recent high school graduates)
Accountants (CGA). Individual courses
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books, and materials. Based on a
full course load of 30 credits.
are encouraged to apply to the
are transferable to the Institute of
Tuition
diploma program.
Chartered Accountants (CA).
Year I
$14,820 + $2,665*
all these need qualified accounting
Students of the applied degree will
For full course details, refer to the
Year I
$14,820 + $1,439
graduates. Program graduates have
complete a total of 12 academic
full-time calendar, available at any
started or advanced their careers as
courses and eight directed field
MacEwan Bookstore location or
accountants, analysts, or managers.
studies courses over two years.
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Their experience and motivation take
Coursework includes advanced
* Full-time students are required to purchase
a notebook computer and all software
requirements. Costs have not been included
and are estimated at $1,500. Part-time/evening
students do not need a notebook computer.
them to job opportunities at different
financial accounting, advanced
levels in financial accounting, internal
management accounting, taxation,
Bachelor of Applied Business
Administration – Accounting
auditing, financial analysis, cost
theory and global accounting practice.
Email: international@macewan.ca
accounting, public accounting
Sequencing options are available to
and government.
both full and part-time candidates.
Program of study
Transferability
To be accepted into this program,
The applied degree gives students
prospective students must present a
multiple avenues to explore.
recognized Accounting and Strategic
Graduates can pursue a professional
Measurement diploma or equivalent.
designation through the Society of
Applicants who do not have an
Management Accountants (CMA) or
Career potential
Students have a wide range of options
upon graduation. Public practice,
private corporations, not-for-profit:
Credential available: Applied Degree
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery: Part time
Admission
Regular Admission
• ACCT 261 Financial Accounting IV
Applicants must have a recognized
Accounting and Strategic Measurement
diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum
Admission Grade Point Average
(AGPA)** of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale.
• ACCT 318 Management
Accounting III
OR
Technology Integrated Program
This program requires full-time students to carry a
notebook computer for most classes. For information
on the notebook hardware and software requirements,
contact a program advisor.
Fees, books
and supplies
Applicants must have successfully
completed a minimum of 60 credits
of post-secondary coursework with
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale.
AND
Successful completion of the following
MacEwan University post-secondary
coursework (or equivalents):
• LEGL 210 Business Law I
• ACCT 275 Accounting Information
Systems
• ACCT 162 Practical Tax
Applications
• Six credits of post-secondary
English
**See Admission Information, p.75
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Certificate and Diploma Programs
36
Accounting and
Strategic Measurement
MacEwan.ca/accounting
School of Business
Accounting Technology certificate – one year
Accounting and Strategic Measurement diploma –
two years
A
ccountants are leading businesses worldwide. In addition to focusing on the bottom line, today’s successful
business leaders take a whole-business approach to leading an organization. Beyond monthly reports and
budgetary statistics are people, the real bottom line. As a student in the Accounting and Strategic Measurement
program, your training will provide you with the competencies required of today’s accountants. Using computer notebook
technology on a daily basis, you will come to master the skills and concepts necessary for success in the field of
accounting. Multiple entrance or exit points mean you can choose a program of study that meets your career goals.
Career potential
Graduates are employed in private
business, public accounting firms,
financial institutions, government,
hospitals, industry, and consulting
firms – to name a few.
Diploma studies opens doors to
positions of higher responsibility, which
require exceptional communication
and team-building skills. Most
graduates apply their training and skills
as accountants (non-designated).
Specific positions include analysts,
After one year, you can exit with
payroll accountants and assistant
a certificate and the fundamental
controllers. With experience,
accounting skills that ensure
graduates can move into supervisory
marketability and success in today’s
positions in these or related areas.
business environment. Typically,
graduates will find entry-level positions
as accounting technicians, accounts
receivable or accounts payable clerks,
payroll clerks, and bookkeepers.
Accounting and Strategic
Measurement has established
transfer arrangements with MacEwan
University’s own Bachelor of Applied
Business Administration – Accounting
and Bachelor of Commerce, the
University of Lethbridge (Edmonton,
Calgary, Lethbridge) and Athabasca
University. Individual courses are
transferable to the Society of
Program of study
Management Accountants of Alberta
Areas of study include financial
of Alberta (CGA), the Institute of
accounting, management accounting,
business communications, tax,
information technology, and business
law. The diploma program adds
courses in accounting software,
Technology Integrated Program
This program requires day-time students to carry a
notebook computer for most classes. For information
on the notebook hardware and software requirements,
contact a program advisor.
Transferability
organizational behaviour, and
accounting information systems.
For full course details, refer to the
(CMA), Certified General Accountants
Chartered Accountants of Alberta
(CA) and the Canadian Institute of
Bookkeeping. Please contact the
program for details.
Accounting programs
Email: international@macewan.ca
full-time calendar, available at
any MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
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Admission
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma (or
equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1. ELA 30-1
2. Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
3. One Group A course*
4. One Group C course*
5. One Group A, B or C course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Applicants must complete the math
portion of the Skills Appraisal only
if they do not present Mathematics
30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 or Applied
Mathematics 30 with a minimum
grade of 65 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Math: Applicants must successfully
complete the math portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Quick facts
Program start dates
Program cost estimates (2012/13):
Accounting Technology Certificate
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Start date: September 2013,
January 2014
Program delivery: Part-time, Full-time
Fees, books
and supplies
Start date: May 2014
Program delivery: Part-time
Accounting Technology Certificate
Accounting and Strategic
Measurement Diploma
Accounting and Strategic Measurement Diploma
Start date: September 2013
Program delivery: Part-time, Full-time
Year I
$14,820 + $3,134*
Year II
$14,820 + $2,909
Start date: January 2014
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Program delivery: Part-time, Full-time
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
Start date: May 2014
Program delivery: Part-time
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
To start in: May 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: April 1, 2014
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Tuition
Year I
$14,8200 +$3,134*
* Students studying in daytime classes are
required to purchase a notebook computer and all
software requirements. Notebook costs have not
been included. Evening students do not need a
notebook computer.
Credential available:
Certificate/Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery:
Part time
Acupuncture
MacEwan.ca/acupuncture
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
A
cupuncture is one of the oldest health disciplines
in the world. In Western culture, acupuncture and
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has surged
in popularity over the past decade, creating exciting
opportunities for graduates of this unique program.
Acupuncturists view disease as an imbalance in the
body’s energy, which flows along well-defined pathways
called meridians. By inserting very thin acupuncture
needles in specific points along these meridians, a welltrained acupuncturist
intends to normalize
Quick facts
the flow of energy and
prevent or treat illness by
initiating the body’s own
Program start date
healing mechanisms.
September 2013
Application and document dates
Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit transcripts early.
Career potential
A
dmission
Applicants must have a minimum
Regular Admission
grade of 50 per cent in each of the
following high school courses.
1. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2. Biology 30
3. Chemistry 30 or Science 30
4. One Group A, B or C course*
AND
At least 36 credits of post-secondary
course work with a minimum
Admission Grade Point Average
(AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, as
calculated on the last 24 postsecondary credits.
OR
Completion of two years of full-time
studies (or equivalent) at a recognized
private institution or in non-credit
studies in the following fields:
• Traditional Chinese Medicine
(TCM), Holistic Health,
Herbology, Massage Therapy,
or complementary medicine
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
• Unless otherwise specified,
identified Skills Appraisal
requirements must be completed
during the first term of year one.***
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must
successfully complete the
reading portion OR complete any
developmental course work with a
minimum grade of D.
Other Admission Criteria
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit the following:
• Current, clear Security Clearance
to work with ‘Children and/or
Vulnerable Persons (adults and
children) by the beginning of the
intake term.
• The first in Hepatitis B series must
be completed by the beginning
of the intake term; full Hepatitis B
series must be completed by
six months** from the program
start date.
• Current Standard First Aid
including CPR level C certification
by the end of the second term.**
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**See Admission Information, p.75
***Provisional Admission – may be assigned
to an applicant who has been offered admission
to the Program in one of the above admission
categories. The offer of provisional admission
is based on completion of specified conditions
that must be satisfied within the first year of
enrolment by the date specified in the offer.
Access to courses, activities, and /or field
placement or clinical studies may be limited until
all provisional requirements are met.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
To start in: September 2013
• Regulated Health Profession
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
• Recognized under the Health
Disciplines Act
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
• Respected in the medical
community
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
• Relatively few practicing
Acupuncturists in Alberta with
comprehensive training
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$17,784 + $3,084
• Graduates experience a high level
of employment
Year II
$16,302 + $1,696
Year III
$13,338 + $1,749
• Private practice or multi-disciplinary
clinics with chiropractors, massage
therapists, physiotherapists, holistic
health practitioners, naturopathic
doctors, homeopathic practitioners
and physicians
Please note that Acupuncture diploma
is not subsidized and is offered at a
higher tuition cost.
Program of study
The major area of study includes
diagnosis and therapeutic treatment
of a wide variety of illnesses
and disorders, according to the
TCM system. Students receive
a comprehensive education in
preparation to become a confident
acupuncturist and TCM practitioner.
With full approval of the regulating
body for acupuncturists in Alberta,
MacEwan University’s acupuncture
curriculum is the benchmark to qualify
for taking the registration examination
for acupuncturists.
MacEwan University’s Acupuncture
program maintains close ties with
acupuncture/TCM facilities in China.
This allows for great opportunities for
students to experience acupuncture
and TCM in its country of origin. For
full course details, refer to the full-time
calendar, available at any MacEwan
Bookstore location or online at
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Continuing education
MacEwan offers continuing education
for acupuncturists who wish to
specialize in Chinese Herbology.
Transferability
Graduates have a wide range of
continuing education options, ranging
from ongoing study in specialty areas
to undergraduate and graduate
study at institutes and universities
both nationally and internationally.
Graduates of this diploma program
are eligible to apply for admission to
the Bachelor of Health Science and
General Studies degree programs at
Thompson Rivers University.
Acupuncture diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
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Quick facts
Arts and Cultural Management
MacEwan.ca/ArtsManagement
Centre for the Arts and Communications
Program start dates
Classroom:
September 2013
Online:
September 15, 2013
Application and document dates
M
acEwan University’s Arts and Cultural Management program is unique in Canada.
Students in this program have one thing in common: a love and passion for the arts! If
you want a career that will allow you to combine your creativity with your administrative
skills and need to make a difference, then please read on.
To start in: September 2013
If you’re creative and organized, then a career in arts management or cultural administration
might be right for you. You could launch an exciting new career in arts marketing, fundraising,
publicity, music management, event planning and much more.
Year I
$14,820 + $1,959*
Year II
$14,820 + $1,819
Year I
$17,784 + $2,156*
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
(Certificate Exit)
*Does not include laptop cost.
Career potential
Program of study
MacEwan University’s Arts and Cultural
Management program produces
graduates ready for the real world.
Whether you find yourself managing a
professional theatre, dance or music
organization, coordinating arts and
cultural festivals, fundraising, or acting
as an artist’s publicist or agent, you
are ready for just about any challenge.
Our graduates have played key roles
in many organizations in Edmonton
and across Canada.
Arts and Cultural Management now
offers a two-year 60 credit diploma
program with the option of a certificate
exit after completion of 36 credits.
You’ll spend the first year studying
the fundamentals of arts and cultural
management, audience and resource
development, human resource
management in the arts and cultural
sector and more. The second year of
study expands on these fundamentals
and provides exciting opportunities
to develop project management
skills. Throughout the program, you
will also choose from various option
courses that will enable you to hone
in on specific areas of interest; from
publicity and media relations to
music management.
Upon completion of your credential,
you will practice what you’ve learned
in a fast-paced, eight-week field
placement while making valuable
contacts with arts and cultural
organizations across Canada.
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2*
2. One Group A course*
3. One Group B course*
4. One Group C course or
Applied Math 30*
5. One Group A, B or C course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
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high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Previous Post-Secondary Admission
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• A post-secondary Certificate,
Diploma, Applied Degree or Degree
OR
• A minimum of 18 credits of postsecondary coursework with a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0
scale and must have completed the
required core courses listed under
the Regular or Mature category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to submit a
questionnaire. Successful applicants
will demonstrate in their questionnaire:
• detailed knowledge of arts/culture
in their community
• research completed regarding
the work of arts administrators/
managers
• how this MacEwan University
program is aligned with their
interests and goals
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Competitive program
Credential available: Certificate/Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre for
the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: Distance learning
Laptop
The Arts and Cultural Management
program utilizes laptop integrated
delivery in the classroom. All students
will be required to have a laptop for
daily classroom use. Hardware and
software requirements are available
from the program office.
Online
Our online courses use an engaging,
interactive approach. Each course
has been organized into a series of
modules that mirror the classroom
delivery approach. You will have access
to a faculty tutor, excellent texts and
other resources and the benefit of
lively discussion with other arts and
cultural management students.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Some existing transfer credit to other
Alberta institutions is in place while
others are currently being explored.
Please contact the Arts and Cultural
Management program for details or
visit MacEwan.ca/ArtsManagement.
Arts and Cultural Management
certificate/diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Asia Pacific Management
MacEwan.ca/AsiaPacific
School of Business
A
s the lines blur between domestic and international
economies, the result is a highly competitive,
knowledge-based international marketplace. The Asia
Pacific Management program prepares you to succeed in
this global economy. Study a full range of traditional business
courses plus specialized course work in Asian languages,
culture and history, intercultural communications, and
international business principles.
You’ll complete your studies with an overseas practicum,
which lasts a minimum of six weeks. Graduates have
completed practicums in China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia,
the Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam.
Career potential
Program of study
Transferability
Besides the usual employment
Focusing on courses related to Asian
Graduates of the Asia Pacific
opportunities available to business
history, politics and culture, the Asia
Management diploma program can
diploma graduates, you may join
Pacific Management program also
block transfer to the third year of
an increasing number of Canadian
covers the fundamentals of business
MacEwan University’s Bachelor of
companies and agencies active in
like economics, statistics, finance,
Commerce degree. Also, this program
international exchanges or Canadian
marketing and accounting. You will
has established transfer arrangements
companies serving an increasing
also study either Chinese or Japanese
with the University of Alberta and the
number of Asian clients. Or join the list
over the two years of the program.
University of Lethbridge (Edmonton,
of successful entrepreneurs with an
For full course details, refer to the
Calgary, Lethbridge). Please contact
Asian customer base. The Asia Pacific
full-time calendar, available at any
the program for details.
Management diploma also makes an
MacEwan Bookstore location or
excellent post-degree diploma.
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Asia Pacific Management
diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Quick facts
Program start date
September 2013
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Admission
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Regular Admission
1.ELA 30-1
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
2.Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics
30-2
1.ELA 30-1
2.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
3.One Group A course*
4.One Group C course*
5.One Group A, B, or C course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
Previous Post-Secondary Work
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 18 credits of postsecondary coursework with a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0
scale and must have completed the
required core courses listed under
the Regular Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicable to Mature Admission
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent.
Applicants must complete the math
portion of the Skills Appraisal only if
they do not present Mathematics 30-1
or Mathematics 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 65 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing OR complete any
developmental course work with a
minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Math: Applicants must successfully
complete the math portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,808 + $2,869
Year II
$17,290 + $2,923
* Costs of practicum are determined by location –
overseas or Canada. Estimate $4,000 – $6,000
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Correctional Services
MacEwan.ca/corrections
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
T
he Correctional Services diploma offers a comprehensive education that
provides graduates with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to
prepare them for a career in the criminal justice field. First-year courses focus
on acquiring a foundational understanding of the Canadian criminal justice system,
including a study of relevant legislation, an overview of correctional policies and
procedures, interpersonal communication courses, as well as criminology, sociology,
restorative justice and addictions. Second-year studies build on that theory base with
skill development courses such as counselling, case management and psychology.
Students learn how to work effectively with specific offender populations while
exploring topics such as diversity, youth and crime, and gangs. Reinforcing this
academic base, students are provided with an opportunity to put theory into practice
through two work integrated learning placements that provide hands-on educational
experiences that prepare students for their future career within a correctional centre,
government criminal justice agency or other community organization dealing with
justice-related issues.
Career potential
Graduates of the Correctional Services
program work in all areas of the
criminal justice system, and career
opportunities have never been better!
The program has an exceptional
employment rate, and with the large
number of anticipated retirements in
the field, job prospects continue to be
great. Our graduates work with adults
and youth in both community-based
and institutional settings such as group
homes, probation and parole offices,
provincial and federal prisons, and
young offender centres. As well,
graduates have been successful in
mental health, young offenders, and
Great Falls in Montana. Further details
obtaining employment in related criminal
female offenders. Extensive field
are available from the program.
justice and human service careers
placement opportunities provide
including youth work, counselling,
students with the practical skills they
addiction programming, community
need for professional practice. For full
Correctional Services
diploma program
mediation and restorative justice.
course details, refer to the full-time
Email: international@macewan.ca
Program of study
The program provides both practical
and theoretical skills and knowledge
through field placements and
calendar available at any MacEwan
Bookstore location, or online at
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
course work. Students will learn
The Correctional Services program
about law and the criminal justice
has established transfer arrangements
Program start date
system, counselling and security
with Athabasca University, the
September 2013
skills, criminology, sociology, and
University of Alberta, Mount Royal
psychology, as well as areas of
University, Lethbridge College, Royal
Application and document dates
specialization such as addictions,
Roads University, and the University of
To start in: September 2013
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have an Alberta high
school diploma (or equivalent) and be
18 years of age by the beginning of
the second term.
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Quick facts
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of
65 per cent or ELA 30-2 with a
minimum grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants are required to submit an
autobiography.†
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit a current,
clear Security Clearance or eligibility
to apply for a pardon and no open
youth record.
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
†
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,314 + $2,898
Year II
$14,820 + $2,048
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery: Distance learning
Design Studies
MacEwan.ca/DesignStudies
Centre for the Arts and Communications
D
esign is everywhere around us. When words and images collide,
they have the ability to persuade, inform, motivate and entertain.
The Design Studies program at MacEwan University is proud
to offer a revised and updated curriculum consisting of three years of
intense study to prepare graduates for the exciting and ever-changing
field of visual communication design. This new curriculum consists of
core courses that prepare students with fundamental design skills while
exploring the history, theory, practice and process of design through
a combination of lectures and hands-on studio time. Through various
program options, students have the opportunity to explore multiple
areas of visual communication design which can translate into a variety
of career possibilities.
Quick facts
Admission
Competitive
†
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for more
information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent) and ELA 30-1
or ELA 30-2.
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 60
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2. One Group A course*
3. One Group B or C course*
4. One Group C or D course*
AND
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal if they do not present ELA
30-1 with a minimum grade of 65 per
cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
AND
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal if they do not present ELA
30-1 with a minimum grade of 65 per
cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Previous Post-Secondary Work
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
1. a) A post-secondary certificate,
diploma, applied degree or
degree.
OR
b) A minimum of 18 credits
of university transferable
coursework with a minimum
Admission Grade Point Average
(AGPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
and must have completed the
required core courses listed
under the Regular or Mature
Admission Category.
Additional Admission Criteria
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent. Skills Appraisal
requirements must be completed by
the beginning of the intake term.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion AND
be eligible to enter ENGL 111 OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to submit a
portfolio and a Statement of Intent to
a committee of Design Studies faculty.
The portfolio shall consist of an
original body of work.
Successful applicants will
demonstrate in their Statement
of Intent:
Career potential
Program start date
Graduates of the Design Studies
program find careers in advertising
and marketing agencies, design
studios, graphic and communications
departments in both large and small
organizations, and print shops.
Graduates have also found success
in freelance work and starting up their
own small studios or businesses.
September 2013
Program of study
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Many exciting classes are offered
including drawing, two- and threedimensional design, design history,
contemporary design issues,
typography, illustration, corporate
identity and branding, photography,
motion graphic design, interface and
website design, and more.
In the first year of study, students
learn a core set of design
fundamentals that are common
across all areas of the discipline. In
years two and three, students focus
on an area of specialization such as
graphic design, interactive media
or photography. Students have the
flexibility to enhance their skills by
selecting courses outside their key
area of interest.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
• An interest in learning about design
theory and practice.
Some students entering the Design
Studies program are required
to purchase a Macintosh laptop
computer and software specific to
the completion of their program of
studies. All students are required
to purchase a digital SLR camera.
Please refer to our website or contact
the program for more details.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Transferability
• The ability to express ideas well
in writing.
• How this MacEwan University
program is aligned with their
interests and goals.
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Students with a Design Studies
diploma can transfer up to 60 credits
from their diploma studies into a
Bachelor of Professional Arts offered
through Athabasca University.
Students who complete a diploma with
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2013/14)
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $14,820 + $3,850-$6,500*
Year II$14,820 + $3,850
Year III$14,820 + $3,850
*Includes the cost of a digital SLR camera and a
laptop computer (where applicable).
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre for
the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
a specialization in photography qualify
for transfer to the photography major
at Alberta College of Art and Design.
Many design education programs
offer advanced standing for prior
design education and your portfolio
is how you show other institutions
the skills and knowledge that you
have acquired. Design Studies
provides students an opportunity to
build a strong design portfolio for
consideration by other educational
institutions. Students considering
further studies in design or building a
portfolio for transfer should contact
our faculty for advice or more
detailed information.
Design Studies diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
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Disability Studies: Leadership
and Community
MacEwan.ca/DS
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
M
acEwan University is a centre for excellence in disability studies. The
Disability Studies: Leadership and Community program works closely
with community agencies, people with disabilities, their families,
and government to prepare exceptional graduates with a broad background
and the practical skills to help build inclusive communities. Graduates apply a
caring and respectful philosophy of individual growth, empowerment, and selfdetermination to assist people of all ages with disabilities to reach their goals.
Students will develop a solid theoretical background in disability studies
through comprehensive course work and classroom instruction. Opportunities
for the practical application of theory through supervised field placements
provide a total educational experience.
Quick facts
Career potential
Expanding community options for
people with disabilities has created an
urgent need for qualified professionals
in a variety of settings. Program
graduates are respected professionals
with a strong sense of ethics and
social justice. More than 95 per cent
of program graduates have found
related employment within six months
for the last two academic years.
Job satisfaction is high and many
graduates soon move on to senior
positions, especially after having
Part-time and distance options exist
for students who are unable to study
full-time. For full course details, refer
to the full-time calendar, available at
any MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
building; leadership and advocacy;
interpersonal relationships; teaching
and facilitating personal growth and
goal attainment; causes, effects
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Skills Appraisal
move directly into year three of this
directed approaches; community
Mature Admission
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Successful program graduates can
four-year degree. As well, program
graduates can transfer into MacEwan
University’s own Bachelor of Applied
Human Service Administration degree.
Disability Studies: Leadership and
Community diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
and interventions related to a variety
Other Admission Criteria
of disabilities; understanding and
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to submit the following:
supporting families; working effectively
in organizations and service systems;
and the values, philosophies and
September 2013
Application and document dates
the University of Calgary’s Bachelor
of Community Rehabilitation and
Program start date
Applicants must have MacEwan
University’s Special Needs
Educational Assistant (SNEA, p.68)
certificate (or equivalent).
established transfer agreements with
Program of study
and development in person-
Regular Admission
and Community program has
The Disability Studies: Leadership
Disability Studies degree program.
and skills reflecting current issues
Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Transferability
completed a degree.
Course work expands knowledge
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approaches to providing support.
• Current, clear Security Clearance
or eligibility to apply for a pardon
and no open youth record, by the
beginning of the intake term.
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
and supplies. Based on a full course
load. (day program only)
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,264 + $2,385
Year II
$15,314 + $1,974
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery: Distance learning
• Immunizations must be up-to-date
as outlined on the form supplied by
the Program at the beginning of the
intake term.
• Current Standard First Aid
Certification, by the beginning of
the intake term.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Early Learning and Child Care
MacEwan.ca/EarlyLearning
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
Quick facts
E
arly Learning and Child Care is a dynamic and exciting field of professional practice with a high
demand for graduates and an increasing variety of career options. Early childhood educators
care for the youngest citizens in our community. In this program you will learn how to facilitate
early learning through play and to foster children’s growing sense of identity and belonging as active,
contributing members of the community.
Program start date
September 2013
Application and document dates
With courses focused on child development, curriculum planning, positive child guidance,
professional team communications and working with families, the Early Learning and Child Care
diploma prepares you to become a knowledgeable, skilled, responsive educator and advocate for all
children and their families.
To start in: September 2013
Graduates of the program have the confidence and skills to:
• respond to each child as a unique individual
• build strong and supportive relationships with families
• offer early learning experiences based on current theoretical perspectives
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
In addition to MacEwan University’s Demonstration Child Care Centre, the program works with over
100 community-based early childhood programs in the Edmonton region to provide opportunities for
you to explore approaches to early learning and care in practice as well as to experience the realities
of work in the field.
Career potential
Graduates are employed in:
• child care centres
• family day homes
• Head Start and early intervention
programs
• kindergartens and pre-K programs
• nursery and play schools
• school-age care centres
• family support programs
• women’s shelters
• hospital playrooms
• Parent Link centres
Graduates work with infants, toddlers,
preschoolers, school-age children and
their families. Working titles
may include:
• early childhood educator
with families, give students the
theoretical basis on which to build
their professional practice. Classes
are complemented by discussions,
workshops, group projects, and
problem-solving scenarios that
keep students active in the learning
process. Field placement experiences
in early childhood centres, and
MacEwan University’s Demonstration
Child Care Centre provide an
experiential component to apply
theory and develop employment skills.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.Social Studies 30 or 33
3.One Group B or D course*
4.One Group A, B or C course*
5.One Group C course*
Early Learning and Child Care
professionals are recognized for their
education and expertise and are in
high demand in the field.
Graduates qualify for a Child
Development Supervisor (formerly
level 3) certificate from Alberta
Human Services.
Program of study
Courses, focusing on child
development, curriculum,
communications and working
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,314 + $3,211
Year II
$14,820 + $3,232
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: Evening
Diploma graduates are immediately
employable in challenging professional
positions. Graduates may also
choose to further their education at
the bachelor’s degree level. The Early
Learning and Child Care program
has established formal transfer
agreements with:
• University of Alberta, Bachelor of Education - Elementary
• Athabasca University, Bachelor of Professional Arts - Human Services
• University of Calgary, Bachelor of
Community Rehabilitation
• MacEwan University, Bachelor
of Applied Human Service
Administration
• University of Victoria, Bachelor of
Arts in Child and Youth Care
• MacEwan University, Bachelor of
Child and Youth Care
• University of Alberta, Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology, Family
Ecology Major
Early Learning and Child Care
diploma program
Admission
• preschool/playschool teacher
• early learning facilitator
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Email: international@macewan.ca
• child care educator
• educational assistant
Transferability
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
perc ent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Other Admission Criteria
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to submit the following:
• Current, clear Security Clearance
with Vulnerable Sector Search by the
academic document deadline.
• Current Standard Child Care First Aid
certificate as issued by the Canadian
Red Cross or St.John Ambulance by
the beginning of the intake term.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Emergency Communications and Response
MacEwan.ca/emergency
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
S
erving as the vital link between police, fire,
and emergency medical services, emergency
communication officers save lives every day. With
increasingly sophisticated equipment and procedures,
well-trained communication officers are in demand to
provide calm, professional assistance in crisis situations.
From 9-1-1 to multidisciplinary communication centres,
the field has changed with the rise of satellite, computer
and telecommunications technology. Emergency
communication officers must be able to multi-task, use
hi-tech equipment, and think quickly and critically in a
stressful environment.
Career potential
Program of study
Transferability
Graduates find employment across
With courses in emergercy
Emergency Communications and
a variety of federal, provincial or
communications, law, psychology
Response has established transfer
municipal fire, police, or emergency
and interpersonal skills, students
arrangements with MacEwan
medical communication centres.
gain the confidence to meet the
University’s own Police and
Program start date
As technology continues to
challenges of the job. Specific skill
Investigations program (both majors).
September 2013
reshape the world of commercial
development courses such as radio
Please contact the Emergency
communications, graduates also
communications, emergency planning
Communications and Response
Application and document dates
find career opportunities with highly
and document processing leads into a
program for details.
To start in: September 2013
specialized communication centres.
field placement that provides real-time
From managing a commercial call
experience to bridge the gap from the
centre to co-ordinating emergency
classroom to the workplace. For full
Emergency Communications and
Response certificate program
services within complex organizations,
course details, refer to the full-time
Email: international@macewan.ca
you will be prepared to work in the
calendar, available from MacEwan
dynamic and expanding field of
Bookstore locations or online at
communications.
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
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Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Year I Admission
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Tuition
agency-set standards.
Applicants must have an Alberta high
school diploma (or equivalent) or
GED diploma.
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Graduates must apply and meet
Regular Admission
Quick facts
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria
Conditionally accepted applicants
must submit a current, clear Security
Clearance.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Fees, books
and supplies
$14,820 + $2,029
Competitive program
Credential available: Certificate
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Fine Art
MacEwan.ca/FineArt
Centre for the Arts and
Communications
T
hroughout history, visual art has
provided interpretations of our world
at any given point in time. It is through
art that our culture is recorded, expressed
and made meaningful. There will always be a
need for artists who are able to think critically
and creatively, and artwork that is innovative
and unique.
You have a remarkable gift to give through
your art – your passion for ideas and
making things, and your own way of seeing
and experiencing the world. At MacEwan
University it’s possible to turn your ideas
and dreams toward a rewarding and lasting
career. Our Fine Art program is designed to
ensure that you become fluent in the visual
and creative language, and to prepare you
to confidently share your talents in what will
become a lifelong journey of learning and
making art.
Career potential
Career possibilities as an artist can be
as diverse as art itself. Regardless of
your goals, MacEwan University
provides you with the foundation you
will need to explore your creative
potential to the fullest.
Graduates of our program are
recognized for their extensive
knowledge and skills in traditional
and contemporary art practices.
Our graduates have chosen various
careers, including the following: selfemployed professional artists, curators,
consultants, illustrators, professors,
teachers, art school technicians and
administrators, art historians, architects
and gallery administrators.
Program of study
In your first year, you’ll gain expertise
in working with formal visual elements
such as line, shape, mass and colour.
You’ll gain an understanding of visual
principles and how they function.
You’ll have the opportunity to try
varied mediums as you study and
create drawing, sculpture and digital
photography.
Your second year is project-based
and we encourage you to explore new
methods and ideas in a range of media
including painting, digital video, digital
art, drawing, installation, performance
art and more! Your imagination will
grow and develop as you find new
ways to express your thinking.
In both years, you will learn to critique,
discuss and analyze art in art history
and studio classes where you talk
Over the course of two years, you will
about ideas and artists. You will
develop the skills needed to navigate
have an opportunity to speak with
through a complex and visually
arts professionals through visits to
demanding world. At MacEwan
galleries and art institutions, and by
University, we dedicate extensive
attending our visiting artist program
studio time to developing your
presentations. By studying historical
creative skills as we introduce you
and contemporary artists and their
to current and traditional media and
work, you will also be better able to
many art forms.
make your own mark in the art world.
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Admission
†
Mature Admission
Other Admission Criteria†
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must submit a portfolio and
a statement of intent to be assessed
by a committee of Fine Art faculty.
Competitive
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 60
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2. One Group A course*
3. One Group B or C course*
4. One Group C or D course*
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C+.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C+.
For full course details, refer to the
Fine Art diploma program
full-time calendar, available at any
Email: international@macewan.ca
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Highly respected by art organizations
Quick facts
and educational institutions, MacEwan
University Fine Art graduates are
welcomed into their third year of
degree programs at art colleges and
September 2013
universities across Canada. MacEwan
Application and document dates
University has established transfer
arrangements with the University
of Alberta, University of Lethbridge,
Athabasca University, Alberta
College of Art and Design, Emily
Carr University of Art and Design,
and Nova Scotia College of Art and
Design University. Our graduates
have also been accepted and given
advanced standing in programs at
York University in Toronto, Concordia
University in Montreal, University of
Southern California, University of
Victoria and New York University.
Others have also held scholarships in
visual arts at the Banff Centre. Please
contact the program for details.
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Program start date
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
and supplies. Based on a full course
load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$15,808 + $4,090
Year II
$14,820 + $4,682
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre for
the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
Successful applicants will
demonstrate in their portfolio:
• a basic understanding of
composition, colour, tone and
perspective
• an interest in working with a variety
of mediums and subjects
• an understanding of the difference
between ‘fine art’ and commercial
forms such as comic and fantasy
imagery
• an attention to presentation
Successful applicants will demonstrate
in their statement of intent:
• the ability to express ideas well
in writing
• how this MacEwan University
program is aligned with their
interests and goals
• an interest in learning about the
theories and practice of historical
and contemporary art
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
†
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
General Studies
MacEwan.ca/GeneralStudies
Faculty of Arts and Science
T
he General Studies program is really about transition. If you don’t meet admission
requirements for your program of choice, General Studies may help move you
towards your educational goal. It offers a range of university-level courses. These
courses are useful for a wide variety of programs and, in some cases, they can help you
meet admission requirements to other MacEwan University programs. It is recommended
that you contact the General Studies program office before applying to ensure that
courses are available to accommodate your needs.
Quick facts
Start dates
September 2013 or January 2014
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Career potential
Although General Studies is a
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 1, 2013
Admission
stepping stone to other programs,
Regular Admission
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
the flexible, liberal arts education it
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 55
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.One Group A or C course*
3.Two Group A, B, C or D courses or Applied Math 30 or any 33-level course*
Skills Appraisal
provides can be an important asset
to any career.
Program of study
Students in the General Studies
program may choose a selection
of courses including anthropology,
art history, biology, classics,
economics, history, philosophy,
political science, psychology, science
and sociology. Please refer to
MacEwan.ca/GeneralStudies
Transferability
Applicants with nine or more postsecondary credits must also present
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
The courses you take may help
Mature Admission
towards admission to and completion
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
for a list of courses offered.
of your program of choice.
General Studies
Email: international@macewan.ca
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
The General Studies program
admits students on a first
admissible, first qualified basis.
Apply early. Be sure to submit your
official documents as soon as they
are available.
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Estimate includes tuition fees,
books and materials and is based
on a full course load of 30 credits.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Year I
$14,820 + $2,829
Year II
$14,820 + $2,819
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Credential available:
Diploma/Certificate
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Applicants with nine or more postsecondary credits must also present
a minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
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Human Resources
Management
MacEwan.ca/HRManagement
School of Business
H
uman resources professionals are instrumental
in charting the course for their organizations.
Equipped with a unique set of skills and
knowledge, they help to pilot business through a sea
of challenges: strategic planning, labour negotiations
and risk assessment, to name a few. Learn the
latest in organizational effectiveness, employee and
labour relations, training, compensation, and change
management. You will study under the keen eye of senior
practitioners who keep material current and relevant.
This specialized diploma transfers into the third year of
MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Commerce degree. So
you can graduate with a diploma and a degree!
Career potential
Work in small or large businesses,
government and not-for-profit
organizations in a range of capacities.
Bachelor of Commerce degree with
a management major. Also, this
program has established transfer
arrangements with the University
of Lethbridge (Edmonton, Calgary,
Typical entry-level positions include
Lethbridge), Athabasca University and
benefits coordinators, human
Concordia University College. Please
resources advisors, corporate trainers,
contact the program for details.
employee relations coordinators and
staffing specialists.
Program of study
Human Resources Management
diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Revised in 2010, HR-specific
courses include staffing,
compensation, benefits, training and
Admission
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
3.One Group A course*
4.One Group C course*
5.One Group A, B or C course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
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development, workplace health and
safety, change management, strategic
Applicants must complete the math
portion of the Skills Appraisal only
if they do not present Mathematics
30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 or
Mathematics 31 with a minimum
grade of 50 per cent or Applied
Mathematics 30 with a minimum
grade of 65 per cent.
human resources, and employee/
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
weekends only. This enables our
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Math: Applicants must successfully
complete the math portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
Quick facts
labour relations. Traditional business
courses include financial accounting,
Program start date
financial math, communications and
September 2013
business computing.
The full-time two-year diploma
program is delivered evenings and
instructors who are HR professionals
and specialists in their fields to be
available to teach.
Application and documents dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
available in an online format.
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
For full course details, refer to the
Tuition
full-time calendar, available at any
Year I
$14,820 + $2,614
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
Year II
$14,820 + $2,388
Most of the program courses are
Fees, books
and supplies
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
Graduates of the Human Resources
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
to block transfer up to 60 credits
diploma program have the option
towards a MacEwan University
Credential available: Certificate/
Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery:
Part time, distance learning
Insurance and
Risk Management
Diploma
MacEwan.ca/insure
School of Business
C
laim a great career in Insurance and Risk Management, a growing profession
with an excellent graduation placement rate.
Quick facts
This diploma is offered at an accelerated pace, so you can complete the program in
13 months. In addition to earning a diploma, MacEwan University’s Insurance and
Risk Management program prepares the student to write the Insurance Institute
of Canada national exams toward the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP)
designation.
Program start dates
September 2013
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials. Based on a
full course load. Insurance Institute
of Canada exam fee is included.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
4 Terms: $22,230 + $5,206
Career potential
The insurance industry is a vital
part of the financial/business
community across Canada. It offers
a variety of career choices such as
claims adjusters, commercial and
personal lines underwriters, account
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
executives, brokers, agents, customer
service representatives, finance/
investment related services, risk
management professionals, marketing
representatives, support and
administrative positions, managerial
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Graduates of the Insurance and Risk
Management diploma program have
the option to block transfer up to 60
credits towards a MacEwan University
Bachelor of Commerce degree with
a management major. Also, this
program has an established transfer
arrangement with the University of
Program of study
Lethbridge), Bachelor of Management
takes management to a new level.
Focus on the basics: business
communication, accounting and
marketing. Add to that insurancebased courses and sales and you are
ready to meet the job market with a
solid skill set.
Email: international@macewan.ca
Transferability
positions.
Insurance and Risk Management
Insurance and Risk Management
diploma program
Lethbridge (Edmonton, Calgary,
degree. Students may also work
toward the General Insurance
Industry’s professional designation
through the Insurance Institute of
Canada. Please contact the program
for details.
Admission
Applicants must meet the admission
requirements listed under the
Management Studies program,
page 54.
NOTE: The above contains only partial admission
requirement information. For full details, visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Legal Assistant
MacEwan.ca/legal
School of Business
T
here’s something really exciting about working
in a legal setting. Life happens here. From
buying their first homes to making life-altering
decisions, people realize some of the most dramatic
experiences of their lives through the law.
That’s where you fit in. You’re caring, a great listener,
painstakingly well-organized, passionate about the
law and excited to learn. In the program, you will learn
the technical details to make you proficient in your
career as a legal assistant, but it’s these other qualities
that will make you shine.
respected by the legal community
Career potential
While the main goal is to prepare you
for work in a law office, you may be
employed by government or legal
departments of large corporations.
The program also prepares graduates
to work in other fields such as
trust companies and real estate
companies. This program is highly
Quick facts
for its ability to adapt and meet the
changing needs of the profession. For
this reason, there are excellent career
opportunities in Alberta.
Program of study
From legal terminology to legal
procedures, from communications
to computer work, you’ll learn
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma (or
equivalent) and have ELA 30-1†
or ELA 30-2† with a minimum
grade of 50 per cent.
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2†
2.Social Studies 30 or 33
3.One Group B or D course*
4. Two Group A, B or C courses*
Though the program emphasizes
year puts your education into a
new context.
Application and document dates
full-time calendar, available at any
To start in: September 2013
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Transferability
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Legal Assistant has an established
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$14,820 + $2,988
Year II
$14,820 + $2,191
transfer arrangement with Athabasca
University. Please contact the program
for details.
Legal Assistant diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
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Skills Appraisal
Regular Admission
For full course details, refer to the
Tuition
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
successful career as a legal assistant.
the practicum at the end of second
September 2013
Competitive
†
everything you need to know to start a
hands-on learning throughout,
Program start dates
Admission
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have ELA 30-1 or
ELA 30-2 with a minimum grade of
50 per cent.
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of B.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of B.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to successfully
complete the following:
• Keyboarding Test – Applicants must
be able to type 30 words per minute
or better.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial admission
requirement information. For full details, visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
Library and Information Technology
MacEwan.ca/LIT
School of Business
L
ibraries and information agencies have undergone
some dramatic changes over the past few
years, particularly with the ever-increasing use of
technology to organize, store and retrieve information.
This program will give you the skills necessary to meet
the challenges facing contemporary organizations in
fulfilling their information needs. You will develop skills
in organizing, retrieving and managing information in a
variety of formats, using traditional and current technology
and strategies to make readily available and accessible the
information that answers a variety of diverse users’ needs.
assistants, records management
Career potential
Some common workplaces include
school, public, academic and special
libraries; bookstores; publishing
houses; government and private
industry; non-profit organizations;
research organizations; consulting
companies; and software producers.
Graduates find jobs as library and
information technicians, reference
technicians, bookstore service
personnel, and consultants.
Program of study
Learn about the tools of the
information trade and how to use
them. From collection development
to computer operating systems to
organization of special materials, the
program tempers its broad spectrum
of industry-specific courses with
Quick facts
courses in communications and
customer service. By the end of two
years, you’ll be prepared to enter
your career with confidence. For full
Program start date
course details, refer to the full-time
September 2013
calendar, available at any MacEwan
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Bookstore location or online at
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Transferability
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Library and Information Technology
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
has established transfer arrangements
with Athabasca University and the
University of Alberta. Please contact
the program for details.
Year I
$14,820 + $2,161
Library and Information
Technology diploma program
Year II
$14,820 + $2,233
Email: international@macewan.ca
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Admission
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.One Group A course*
3.One Group B course*
4.One Group C course or
Applied Math 30
5.One Group A, B or C course*
• A minimum of 18 credits of postsecondary coursework with a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a 4.0
scale.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Mature Admission
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of B.
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of B.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Admission in this category does not
imply or guarantee the transfer of
any coursework and/or credential
unless a block transfer agreement
(internal or external) is in effect and
published in the calendar by the Office
of the Registrar. In addition, transfer
of coursework does not imply or
guarantee that an applicant will
be admitted.
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• A post-secondary Certificate,
Diploma, Applied Degree or
Degree.
OR
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Management Studies
MacEwan.ca/management
School of Business
Management Studies diploma
T
his business diploma is a comprehensive and
dynamic general business program that prepares
you to take on any business challenge. More
than traditional books and theory, classroom lectures
are combined with individual and group case studies
and real-world examples. The program is technology
integrated, with students using laptops both in and out
of the classroom.
At MacEwan University, we know you have unique
demands on your time. The Management Studies
program is designed with the maximum flexibility to fit
into your busy life. Study options include: full-time, parttime evening, or online, with start dates throughout the
year. With accelerated and customized timetables, you
can complete the diploma in as little as 16 months, or
take your time and study part-time, day or evening.
To define the options that will fit your needs, call a
program advisor for assistance.
Admission
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 30-2
3.One Group A course*
4.One Group C course*
5.One Group A, B or C course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
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Applicants must complete math
portion of the Skills Appraisal only if
they do not present Mathematics 30-1
or Mathematics 30-2 or Mathematics
31 with a minimum grade of 50 per
cent or Applied Mathematics 30 with
a minimum grade of 65 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Math: Applicants must successfully
complete the math portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Quick facts
Program start dates
Career potential
The career options are endless.
Examples include: management
trainee, personal banker, financial
analyst, hospitality manager, sales and
marketing consultant, human resource
advisor, and account executives. Or,
become an entrepreneur and start
your own business.
Program of study
This business management program
includes courses in management,
accounting and finance, human
resources, communications,
information technology and business
law. Electives include: marketing,
entrepreneurship, international
business and more. For full-time
course details, refer to the full-time
calendar, available at any MacEwan
Bookstore location or online at
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Graduates have the option to
transfer up to 60 credits towards
the MacEwan University Bachelor
of Commerce degree. This program
also has transfer agreements with the
University of Lethbridge (Edmonton,
Calgary, Lethbridge), Athabasca
University, and Concordia University
College. Please contact the program
for details.
Management Studies program
May 2013
September 2013
January 2014
Application and document dates
To start in: May 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: April 15, 2013
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
To start in: January 2014
Apply starting: February 1, 2013
Documents due: December 15, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)*
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I (Term I and II)
$14,820 + $2,463
Year II (Term III and lV)
$14,820 + $2,237
* Day-time students are required to purchase
a notebook computer and all software
requirements. Notebook costs have not been
included. Evening students do not need a
notebook computer.
Credential available:
Certificate/Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery:
Part time, distance learning
Email: international@macewan.ca
Technology Integrated Program
This program requires full-time students to carry a
notebook computer for most classes. For information
on the notebook hardware and software requirements,
contact a program advisor.
C
Aviation
Management
Major
ombine your love for flying with a background in business
and management to enhance your career opportunities in
the field of aviation. You can earn your pilot’s license and
ground school ratings with any Transport Canada approved flying
club while also studying a range of business and management
subjects. You may choose any of the various delivery options
offered through the Management Studies program.
MacEwan.ca/management
Management Studies
School of Business
Quick facts
Program start date:
Admission
Career potential
Applicants must meet the admission
requirements listed under the
Management Studies program,
page 54.
Graduates of this specialized diploma
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Management Studies program in
May 2013
September 2013
January 2014
addition to aviation and ground school
training available through flying schools.
Application and document dates:
aviation-related careers – both as
For full course details, refer to the
pilots and airport management
full-time calendar, available at any
Applicants should refer to the
Management Studies dates.
personnel. Forecasts indicate a
MacEwan Bookstore location or
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
rapid growth trend for this industry.
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials. Based on
a full course load.
gain employment in a variety of
Domestic airlines are also expanding,
creating opportunities well into
Transferability
the future.
Aviation Management has
Program of study
established a transfer arrangement
with the University of Lethbridge
The Aviation Management major
(Edmonton, Calgary, Lethbridge).
includes business courses from the
Please contact the program
for details.
Aviation Management major
Technology Integrated Program
This program requires full-time students to carry a
notebook computer for most classes. For information
on the notebook hardware and software requirements,
contact a program advisor.
Email: international@macewan.ca
Year I* & ll Contact the program for
cost estimates
* Full-time students are required to purchase
a notebook computer and all software
requirements. Notebook costs have not
been included. Part-time/evening students
do not need a notebook computer.
Credential available:
Certificate/Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery:
Part time, distance learning
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Massage Therapy
MacEwan.ca/massage
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
M
acEwan University’s Massage Therapy diploma offers comprehensive clinical
education aimed at developing well-rounded massage therapists able to practice
in a wide range of medical and therapeutic environments. While massage has
enjoyed thousands of years of history as a healing art, advances in our understanding of
human functioning combined with a growing responsibility for personal health has elevated
massage therapy to an important health profession recognized for its ability to aid in the
treatment of chronic diseases, acute injuries and a wide range of medical conditions.
With an international reputation for excellence, the Massage Therapy program features
extensive clinical experience, opening up opportunities to work across Canada and around
the world. Part-time study options let you move through the program at your own pace.
Graduates are eligible to become a Registered Massage
Therapist (RMT) through a provincial association.
Quick facts
Career potential
Program of study
Transferability
Program start date
As massage therapy continues to gain
The Massage Therapy diploma offers
The Massage Therapy program has
September 2013
recognition in the general population
a unique blend of scientific theory
formal transfer agreements with
and the health care community, the
and clinical practice on a full-time or
Thompson Rivers University and
Application and document dates
profession can be seen as having
part-time basis. Designed to facilitate
Athabasca University. Please contact
To start in: September 2013
high job potential, particularly with the
the student’s growth as a health care
the program for further details.
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
growing trend towards self-employment.
professional, the program teaches
Graduates can specialize in areas that
a variety of soft tissue manipulation
suit their lifestyle, their needs, and
techniques applied to the assessment
the needs of their clients. Potential
and treatment of stress, pain, and a
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
at MacEwan.ca/calendar
work sites for massage therapists
variety of physical conditions. With
include an office in their own home, in
challenging courses in anatomy,
a clinic or centre with other massage
physiology, psychology, kinesiology,
professionals, or with other health
pathology, and communication,
care professionals (e.g., physicians,
students gain a foundation of
Tuition
physiotherapists, chiropractors,
knowledge that carries them through
Year I $18,772 + $3,293
nutritionists, psychologists), home
dynamic field placement experiences
Year II
$17,290 + $2,183
visits, athletic and sports massage,
and professional practice at
in a spa area or athletic club,
MacEwan’s public massage clinics.
cruise ships, and corporate or on-site
work opportunities.
Massage Therapy diploma
program
Email: international@macewan.ca
full-time calendar, available at any
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• Current, clear Security Clearance
before the start of the first term.
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Other Admission Criteria
• Immunization Record form meeting
provincial regulations for health care
workers prior to Clinical Practice III.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Applicants are required to complete a
two to three page (typewritten) career
investigation report.
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Fees, books
and supplies
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must have an Alberta high
school diploma (or equivalent) and
have completed one of the following
with a minimum grade of 50 per cent:
Mature Admission
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Regular Admission
• Chemistry 30
• Biology 30
• Science 30
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery: Part time
For full course details, refer to the
MacEwan Bookstore location or
Admission
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Applicants are encouraged to apply
and submit transcripts early.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
Applicants who have taken MacEwan
University’s Massage Therapy courses
must have achieved a minimum grade
of C- on each course.
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to submit the following:
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Music
MacEwan.ca/music
Centre for the Arts and Communications
A
career in music is one that is full of possibilities and a bit out of the ordinary. There is
something about dedicating your life to music that can be extremely rewarding and
very challenging. You know where you belong. You are a musician.
But before the gigs and record deals, every talented and passionate musician has to start
somewhere. You need to learn more than just the basics, you need training that will support
you the rest of your creative life.
MacEwan University focuses on jazz, rock and pop, so you have the freedom to explore your
own interests – making us one of the only post-secondary schools in Western Canada to offer
such a diverse learning experience.
Because the level of skill, training and musical literacy required of musicians in contemporary
and commercial music is constantly rising, our two-year diploma program is designed to
provide you with the world-class academic and performance training you’ll need to be
successful. Additionally, we are now offering a four-year Bachelor of Music in Jazz and
Contemporary Popular Music degree.
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Career potential
For 40 years, we have been training
some of Canada’s most talented
musicians to be flexible in terms of
their playing and range of skills so they
can enjoy a sustained career in the
music industry. MacEwan University’s
Music diploma graduates have gone
on to pursue careers as songwriters,
performers, accompanists, arrangers,
composers, record producers and
distributors, and sound technicians, to
name just a few.
Program of study
At MacEwan University, classroom
work, group work, practice,
rehearsals, and performances all serve
to help you develop a level of comfort
in your field, so you can pursue your
dream with confidence and expertise.
In your first year, you’ll cover the
basics with individual instrumental
or vocal lessons, improvisation,
ear training, the history of jazz and
popular music, and theory. Then,
in your second year, you’ll get to
focus one of the program’s four
areas of specialization – composition,
performance, recording technology, or
comprehensive music studies. Private
instruction is offered for a number of
instruments including guitar, piano,
drums, bass (electric and acoustic),
winds, and voice.
With many different performance
opportunities including major public
performances, recitals, coffeehouses,
jam sessions and your own gigs, you
will quickly turn that raw potential into
real, practical skills.
For full course details, please refer to
the full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
prestigious Berklee College of Music
in Boston, and to The Liverpool
Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA),
which was founded with the help of
Beatle legend, Sir Paul McCartney.
Of course you don’t have to leave
Canada to further your studies. Formal
transfer has been arranged with
McGill University in Montreal, Laval
University in Quebec City, University of
Toronto, University of Lethbridge and
University of Alberta. Please contact
the program for details.
Music diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
There are many roads a MacEwan
University Music diploma graduate
can travel. You’ll be ready to hit the
ground running after two years, but
you may also want the option to
continue your studies. In addition to
possible admission to the MacEwan
University’s Bachelor of Music degree,
the Music diploma has set up some
of the best transfer agreements to
a number of the most exclusive jazz
and contemporary music schools in
the world.
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have the
following high school courses,
with no course grade lower than
50 per cent:
1.ELA 30-1
2.One Group A, B or C course*
3.One Group A or C course*
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4.One Group A or C course*
5.One Group A or C course or Physical Education 30*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
September 2013
Application and document dates:
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $15,808 + $3,374
Year II$14,820 + $3,134-$3,364
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre for
the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
Internationally, graduates have
successfully transferred to the
Program start date:
Tuition
Admission
†
Quick facts
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Placement at READ 0089 will be
recommended.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants must submit or complete
the following:
• Written theory exam
• Written aural skills exam
• Audition
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
†
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Office Assistant
MacEwan.ca/OfficeAssist
School of Business
T
he Office Assistant program is
10 months in duration and has
the following three majors:
• Administrative major, City Centre
Campus
• Legal major, City Centre Campus
• Medical major, City Centre Campus
and South Campus
The administrative major students
cover a wide variety of topics from
accounting to word processing to office
procedures and customer service.
Legal students cover legal transcription,
office procedures and basic legal
theory. Medical students learn medical
terminology and transcription, patient
charting, billing and more. Every
Office Assistant student completes
a work experience placement before
graduating. The program curriculum is
kept current by regularly meeting with
business leaders to find out what they
most value in graduates. Courses are
adjusted accordingly so students
get the right skills for the current
business environment.
Administrative major
The Administrative major will enable
you to develop strong computer and
business skills necessary to become an
integral part of the changing business
world. Graduates develop hands-on
skills and are able to perform many
complex office functions. Technology
is an important part of this program.
Students are trained with current
software programs as they learn how
to process and manage information
efficiently.
Legal major
The legal office assistant in today’s
competitive market must be adept with
technology, understand procedures in
a law office, have a basic knowledge
of law and be able to work within time
limits. Graduates of the Legal major are
prepared to work in a very challenging,
rewarding profession.
Medical major
The Medical major provides a solid
foundation in medical terminology,
transcription, medical office procedures,
unit clerk procedures, pharmacology
and patient chart management. An
introduction is provided to billing
procedures. Added to that are the
computer and software skills required
to become successful in today’s
business and medical environment.
By graduation, students are prepared
for a variety of positions in virtually any
medical or health care environment.
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Career potential
Program of study
ADMINISTRATIVE MAJOR
With courses in office technology,
office procedures, formatting,
presentations, terminology (depending
on your major) and communications,
it’s no wonder employers ask for office
assistants with a MacEwan University
education. For full course details, refer
to the full-time calendar, available at
any MacEwan Bookstore location or
Graduates work as office assistants,
word processing operators,
secretaries or clerks in private
companies, government offices and
non-profit organizations.
LEGAL MAJOR
Graduates work as legal office
assistants, transcriptionists or word
processing operators in law offices,
legal departments of government
or private industry, or in general
business offices.
MEDICAL MAJOR
Graduates work as unit clerks,
medical receptionists, secretaries and
transcriptionists in medical offices,
clinics, hospitals and government
agencies.
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.Social Studies 30 or 33
3.One Group B or D course*
4.Two Group A, B or C courses*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
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Office Assistant Certificate
Program
Email: international@macewan.ca
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Graduates from the administrative
major can request advanced standing
for specific courses in MacEwan
University’s Management Studies
diploma. The graduates of the
legal major can apply to transfer
to MacEwan University’s Legal
Assistant diploma program into the
second year. All graduates can apply
to eCampusAlberta to the second
Quick facts
Program start dates
September 2013
Application and document date
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: Within six weeks of
application
Admission
†
year of the Office Assistant diploma
program. Graduates from all majors
will receive advanced standing of 30
credits for entry into the Bachelor of
Professional Arts, communications
major at Athabasca University.
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to achieve a
placement at 30 words per minute
within six errors on a five-minute
keyboard test.
For Medical Major only:
• Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit a current,
clear security clearance or eligibility
to apply for a pardon and no open
youth record.
• Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit an
immunization record form meeting
provincial regulations for health
care workers.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Administrative
$18,772 + $3,131
Legal
$18,772 + $2,965
Medical
$18,772 + $3,680
Competitive program
Credential available:
Majors receive certificate
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus and South Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
Police and Investigations
MacEwan.ca/investigations
MacEwan.ca/police
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
I
ncreasing criminal sophistication, rapid change and
evolving technology, has created a strong demand
for well-educated professionals in law enforcement,
investigations and public/private security. As roles
continue to expand and become more complex,
individuals must be well-grounded in the law and
investigative techniques. The Police and Investigations
program prepares you for these diverse roles through two
majors: 1) Investigative Studies and 2) Police Studies.
Investigative studies
investigative techniques, law, sociol-
Security professionals need a keen
management. In the second year of
eye and shrewd observation skills
to succeed in the field. You know
how to keep a low profile, you stay
cool under pressure, and you have
the ability to focus in on problems
and find solutions. You’re a good
communicator and your strong sense
of justice puts you in leadership roles.
Career potential
Graduates find careers with
government agencies and private
industry as,
• animal control officers
• bylaw officers
ogy, psychology, and emergency
the program, students complete two
field placements to provide insight into
professional security and investigation
environments.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Investigative studies has established
transfer agreements with the
University of Alberta, Athabasca
University, and with MacEwan
University’s own Bachelor of Applied
• corporate security
Human Service Administration degree
• liquor and gaming inspectors
program. Please contact the program
• loss prevention officers
for details.
• maintenance enforcement officers
Police studies
• peace officers
• private investigators
• sheriffs
• SPCA investigators
Police officers provide a tolerant, calm
voice of reason in stressful situations.
Your level head, attention to detail,
and sharp instincts keep you one
• special constables
step ahead of the game. You have a
• student finance investigators
natural ability to diffuse tension, solve
• transit officers
problems, and handle situations to
keep things cool. You pride yourself
Program of study
Investigative studies provides a
foundation of knowledge in risk
on your strength of mind and physical
fitness, your dedication to a goal, and
your analytical skills.
management, loss prevention,
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Career potential
Retirements and demand in municipal
and federal police forces across
Canada have created many career
forensics, investigations, emergency
planning, and two supervised field
placements, graduates are ready to hit
the ground running.
opportunities. Law enforcement
For full course details, refer to the
agencies are recruiting aggressively
full-time calendar, available at any
and your education can give you a
MacEwan Bookstore location or
competitive edge. Graduates also
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
find work in other law enforcement
positions (eg. special constables), the
Transferability
armed forces and private policing.
Police studies has established transfer
Timing couldn’t be better to enter into
agreements with the University of
this exciting and challenging career.
Alberta, Athabasca University, and
Program of study
with MacEwan University’s own
Bachelor of Applied Human Service
The program provides a well-
Administration degree program.
rounded, liberal arts education
Please contact the program for
aimed at developing individuals who
details.
are leaders, self-starters, effective
adapt to new environments. With
Police and Investigations
diploma program
courses in sociology, law, psychology,
Email: international@macewan.ca
decision-makers, and able to easily
and specialized skill development in
Quick facts
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Investigative Studies Major
Regular Admission
Applicants must have an Alberta high
school diploma (or equivalent).
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 18 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
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Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Other Admission Criteria
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit a current,
clear Security Clearance before the
beginning of the intake term.
Police Studies Major
Regular Admission
Applicants must have an Alberta high
school diploma (or equivalent) or
GED diploma.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Program start date
Major: Police Studies
September 2013
Year I $14,820 + $2,392
Year II
$14,820 + $2,362
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials. Based on a
full course load.
Fees, books
Tuition
and supplies
Major: Investigative Studies
Year I $14,820 + $2,347
Year II
$14,820 + $2,354
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to complete
the fitness test. Applicants must meet
the minimum standard (rating of 1)
for each fitness test component and
achieve a minimum score of 16/40.
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit a current,
clear Security Clearance before the
beginning of the intake term.
Please note that a Police Studies
16-month intensive diploma is
also offered. Contact the program
for details.
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus – full-time day
City Centre Campus – part-time
Solicitor General Staff College 16-month intensive
Alternative delivery: N/A
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Psychiatric Nursing
MacEwan.ca/PsychNursing
School of Nursing
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
A
re you passionate about helping people,
promoting their mental health, and working with
those who have mental health issues? A career
as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) may be an
excellent choice for you! RPNs are the largest group of
health care professionals in the field of mental health
care. Graduates of MacEwan University’s 28-month
diploma program in psychiatric nursing possess the
professional competencies required to provide holistic,
client-centred nursing care and work with those
requiring mental and physical health services.
The Psychiatric Nursing program is offered at two
locations: in Edmonton at MacEwan University’s City
Centre Campus and in Ponoka at the Centennial Centre
for Mental Health and Brain Injury.
Career potential
• research
RPNs play a significant role in
• education
health care delivery as well-qualified
professionals! They share the same
salary scale as Registered Nurses
(RNs) within the United Nurses of
Alberta collective agreement and
are employed in a broad range of
• private practice
RPNs work in such roles as staff
psychiatric nurses, addictions
counsellors, therapists, community
mental health workers, case
settings, including:
managers and educators.
• hospitals
Program of study
• acute and long-stay psychiatric
The curriculum provides extensive
facilities
• community mental health
• rehabilitation settings
• residential and community-based
treatment programs
• addictions/substance abuse
programs
theory and clinical practice, building
on concepts from the discipline and
practice of nursing and psychiatric
nursing, as well as from the physical,
biological, health and social sciences.
Clinical experiences are strategically
positioned in each academic year. The
program concludes with an extended
clinical practice course that facilitates
• brain injury programs
consolidation of learning and sets a
• palliative care
solid foundation for a successful and
fulfilling career in psychiatric nursing.
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Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Biology 30
3.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
4.Mathematics 30-1or
Mathematics 31
5.One Group A, B or C course*
Note:
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
Applicants with nine to 23 universitylevel credits must also present a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Biology 30
3.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
4.Mathematics 30-1or
Mathematics 31
Note:
• For Mature Admission only, another
Group C course grade could be
used to replace the Mathematics
30-1or Mathematics 31 grade in
the calculation of the competitive
average.
• Applicants must have completed
the appropriate high school
courses or present university
transferable post-secondary
substitutions.
Quick facts
Program start date
September 2013
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
To start in: September 2013
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Transferability
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Upon successful completion of
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and materials.
program requirements, graduates
receive a diploma in Psychiatric
Nursing and are eligible to write the
professional examination to become
an RPN. Program graduates may
choose to pursue a degree in mental
health or a related field. The program
is designed to incorporate universitytransferable coursework.
Psychiatric Nursing diploma
program
Email: international@macewan.ca
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Application and document dates
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I
$17,784 + $4,480
(based on a course load of 40 credits)
Year Il
$17,784 + $3,239
(based on a course load of 38 credits)
Year IlI
$5,434 + $1,746
(based on a course
load of 11 credits)
Competitive program
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus and Ponoka
Alternative delivery: N/A
Applicants with nine to 23 universitylevel credits must also present a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A minimum of 24 credits of
university transferable coursework
with a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA) of 2.0
on a 4.0 scale† and must have
completed the required core
courses listed under the Regular
or Mature Admission category.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria
Applicants who have had one
unsatisfactory academic record must
meet the admission requirements
under the Previous Post-Secondary
Work admission category.
Applicants who have two or more
unsatisfactory academic records
from any post-secondary program
or institution will not be considered
for admission or re-admission to
the Program. For the purpose of
admission or re-admission, an
unsatisfactory record is defined as a
transcript with the notation ‘required
to withdraw’ or equivalent.
Conditionally accepted applicants
are required to submit: a current,
clear Security Clearance for working
with vulnerable populations by the
academic document deadline. Having
a pardon in progress does not meet
the admission requirement for a clear
security clearance.
Conditionally accepted applicants
who have had a break in the continuity
of their nursing program or who
completed a portion of a nursing
program through another institution
may have to meet additional course
requirements to establish course
currency and/or course equivalence.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
P
Public Relations
ublic Relations is a vibrant, dynamic field in
the business environment simply because
organizations are being challenged by their
publics — clients, shareholders, communities,
employees — to do a better job of communicating.
The role of the public relations practitioner is to help
organizations establish, maintain and enhance mutually
beneficial relationships with their publics through twoway communication.
MacEwan.ca/PR
School of Business
The Public Relations diploma provides a unique
opportunity for people with previous post-secondary
education to launch an exciting career in less than a
year. In fact, the diploma has earned a nation-wide
reputation for providing a solid foundation for entrylevel communications positions in all sectors and for
specialized professional training for those already
working in the profession.
Quick facts
Program of study
Transferability
The program focuses on skill
Transfer agreements are in place
development in three key areas:
with University of Alberta, Athabasca
research, writing and strategic
University and on a course-by-
communication planning. Other
course basis with other colleges
courses include public relations
and universities. Graduates may
theory, media relations, internal
also pursue one of two professional
communications, communication
designations: APR (Accredited Public
technologies, issues and reputation
Relations) from the Canadian Public
management, and integrated
Relations Society or ABC (Accredited
marketing communications. Following
Business Communicator) from the
classroom studies, students complete
International Association of Business
professional practicums in a variety
Communicators.
of organizations to gain valuable
Program start dates
Admission
September 2013 – full-time, part-time
January 2014 or May 2014 – part-time
Regular Admission
workplace experience. For full course
Public Relations diploma program
details, refer to the full-time calendar
Email: international@macewan.ca
available at all MacEwan bookstores or
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Career potential
To start in: September 2013
Applicants must have a minimum of
30 post-secondary credits, including
a post-secondary English course.
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
and health-related organizations,
Application and document dates
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Year I Fees, books
and supplies
$17,290 + $2,407
Graduates find employment in all
levels of government, education
Other Admission Criteria
professional associations, resource
Applicants must pass the Program’s
English Entrance Exam, with a
minimum grade of 70 per cent.
sectors, private companies, not-
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
timely and relevant communication
for-profit, media – just about any
organization dedicated to strategic,
with all its publics.
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: Part time
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Social Work
MacEwan.ca/SocialWork
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
M
acEwan University has earned a reputation for
graduating compassionate, professional social
workers for more than 40 years. Social workers
are able to assess and respond to human problems
at both an individual and a social, structural level. This
requires a certain type of individual: one who is openminded, empathetic, tolerant and committed to building
strong communities.
The Social Work curriculum consists of a strong
academic approach to social work theory and practice,
complemented by a number of university transfer
electives and field placements. With dedicated faculty, a
student-centred approach to learning, and the flexibility
to partially complete many courses online, the Social
Work diploma prepares students to become Registered
Social Workers (RSW) with the Alberta College of
Social Workers.
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Career potential
Program of study
The program is recognized across
Canada as a leader in social work
education. It’s no wonder that our
graduates have a wide variety of
career opportunities with government
departments and community agencies
working as family and community
support workers, addiction
counsellors, immigration counsellors/
advocates, child protection workers,
mental health workers, youth workers,
etc. Many of MacEwan University’s
Social Work alumni have distinguished
themselves in the field and now hold
senior positions. The program values
diversity and incorporates a culturally
relevant and sensitive approach
to practice. Our focus on personal
growth and leadership ensures that
you will have every opportunity to
enjoy a successful career as a social
work professional.
First-year courses include social work
philosophy, counselling skills, social
work with children and adolescents,
family processes, and social work
methods and practice skills. Secondyear courses include group work,
additional practice methods courses,
social policy, mental health, addictions
and trauma, and community practice.
Social sciences courses such as
psychology, sociology, anthropology,
political science, and other elective
courses provide a broad perspective.
Supervised field placements each
term provide a practical environment
to apply new skills and gain valuable
professional experience.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent), be 19 years
of age or older by December
31st of the year they enter the
program, and have completed
ELA 30-1 with a minimum
grade of 50 per cent.
OR
b) Applicants must be 19 years
of age or older by December
31st of the year they enter the
program, and must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1
2.Language (other than
English) at the 30-level
or Mathematics 30-2 or
Mathematics 30-1 or One
Group A, B or C course*
3.One Group A or B course*
4.One Group C course*
5.One Group A or C course
(or Group B if it was not used in #3 above)*
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have completed ELA
30-1 with a minimum grade of 50 per
cent.
Applicants with nine or more
university-level credits must also
present a minimum Admission Grade
Point Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale.
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed the following from a
recognized institution:
• A post-secondary Certificate,
Diploma, Applied Degree
or Degree.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade
of 65 per cent or ENGL 111 with a
minimum grade of C-.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing OR complete any
developmental course work with a
minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Security Clearance and a current,
clear (no fault) Intervention Record
Check (Children and Youth Services)
by the beginning of the intake term.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial admission
requirement information. For full details, visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
Other Admission Criteria†
Applicants are required to submit the
following to be assessed by faculty
from the Social Work program:
Quick facts
• A resume and personal/
professional profile.
Program start date
• Evidence of a minimum 70 hours of
relevant volunteer/work experience
within the last two years.
Application and document dates
Applicants must include three
reference letters, two general and one
from a volunteer or work experience
supervisor.
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to submit a current, clear
September 2013
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees, books
and supplies. Based on a full course
load. (day program only).
Tuition
Transferability
Social Work diploma program
After two years, you can graduate
with a diploma, apply to become
an RSW and move directly into
the workplace.
Email: international@macewan.ca
Social Work has established transfer
arrangements with the University
of Calgary (offered in Edmonton),
University of Victoria (distance
delivery), Thompson Rivers University
(Kamloops), University of the Fraser
Valley (Abbotsford) and with other
programs at MacEwan University,
including the Bachelor of Applied
Human Service Administration
degree and Bachelor of Child and
Youth Care. Other post-secondary
institutions throughout Western
Canada may
also consider credit transfers.
Please contact university social work
schools directly for information on
transfer agreements.
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $15,808 + $2,451
Year Il
$15,808 + $2,114
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
South Campus
Alternative delivery: Part time
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T
he Special Needs Educational Assistant program
helps students develop academic and personal
skills to reach their individual potential by
providing classroom support under the direction of
the teacher. They work with students of differing ages
and abilities; they support young people to develop their
social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills, and help
them build their self-esteem. Offered full-time, part-time
and by distance education, the certificate program’s
flexible design meets the needs of adult learners.
Our knowledgeable, experienced faculty and focused
field placement will give you a chance to apply your
new skills.
Career potential
Program of study
Educational assistants are employed
Theoretical and applied course
in positions available in preschool
work includes child/adolescent
early intervention programs to high
development, curriculum, adaptive
school, and even into post-secondary
technology, behaviour management,
settings. With an increasing number
professional classroom practices
of school boards requiring certified
and specific special educational
assistants to work in the classroom,
intervention techniques and strategies
the graduate employment rate is more
focused on supporting students. The
than 90 per cent. As the education
field placement course provides you
system continues to change,
with the applied learning experiences
opportunities for assistants to work
required for this career. For full
with students with a wide range of
program details, refer to the full-time
physical, emotional, and learning
calendar, available at any MacEwan
needs continue to expand.
Bookstore location or online at
Special Needs Educational
Assistant
MacEwan.ca/SpecialNeeds
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
Quick facts
The Special Needs Educational
Assistant program has established
transfer arrangements with MacEwan
University’s own General Studies,
Program start date
Child and Youth Care and Disability
September 2013
Studies: Leadership and Community
programs. Please contact Special
To start in: September 2013
Needs Educational Assistant program
Regular Admission
for details.
Applicants must have an Alberta
high school diploma (or equivalent).
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Year I Fees, books
and supplies
$14,820 + $2,086
Credential available: Certificate
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: Full time, part time
and distance delivery in print format
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Admission
Application and document dates
Special Needs Educational
Assistant certificate program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year by
the beginning of the intake term.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Skills Appraisal*
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade
of 65 per cent or ELA 30-2 with a
minimum grade of 75 per cent.
Quick facts
Theatre Arts
MacEwan.ca/TheatreArts
Centre for the Arts and Communications
Program start date
September 2013
Application and document dates:
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Y
ou are an actor. You have passion, a purpose. You know where you belong. You are
ready for a career that’s a bit out of the ordinary and full of possibilities.
You want to choose a program that will train you to be a versatile, self-sufficient artist.
Over the last 30 years, our Theatre Arts program has earned a reputation for its quality
and depth — producing triple threats: passionate actors who sing and dance. Our goal
is to help you explore the boundaries of your own creative potential and to prepare
you for any professional opportunity. You will leave our program with an honest view of
yourself as an actor, as well as marketable skills for a difficult and demanding industry.
University has established a formal
Theatre, as well as contemporary and
transfer agreement with the University
classical plays in our more intimate
of Alberta and the University of
Theatre Lab.
Lethbridge. Other MacEwan
program nearly double that of
For full course details, refer to the
University graduates have also gone
other institutions.
full-time calendar, available at any
on to acting, directing and playwriting
MacEwan Bookstore location or
programs at notable schools such
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
as the National Theatre School
conservatory atmosphere where you
University Theatre Arts graduates
will become a flexibile and versatile
leave with an honest view of
actor. You will learn by doing. In fact,
themselves as actors, as well as
the hours of studio training in our
marketable skills for a demanding
industry. One of the most exciting
film and cruise ship entertainment.
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre for
the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
continue your education, MacEwan
but after two years, MacEwan
festivals, dinner theatres, television,
$13,832 + $4,731
University’s 363 seat John L. Haar
the tools of the trade in a motivating
to work in live theatre productions and
$15,808 + $3,961
Year II
in a new career, but if you want to
successful you will be as a performer,
in the professional world and continue
Year I in full-scale musicals in MacEwan
At MacEwan University, you will learn
graduates continue to be well placed
Fees, books
and supplies
be ready to hit the ground running
It’s impossible to predict how
nearly endless possibilities, our
Tuition
second year, but you will also perform
Program of study
students go after graduating. With
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
The studio courses continue in your
Career potential
aspects of the program is where
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
At MacEwan University, movement,
dance, singing, voice, text and scene
study are all viewed as necessary
components of the whole.
You will study play analysis, theatre
aesthetics, music theory, ear training,
period and style work, and audition
technique.
in Montreal, York University, the
Transferability
For two years you will have spent an
equal amount of time crafting your
acting, singing and dancing skills,
so you will be more marketable
University of Toronto, or to schools in
the United States and abroad. Please
contact the program for details.
Theatre Arts diploma program
than most other graduates. You’ll
Email: international@macewan.ca
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Other Admission Criteria†
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants are required to audition.
Jurors will assess singing, dancing,
and acting ability.
Admission
†
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.One Group A course*
2.One Group B or C course*
3.One Group C or D course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of C-.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is only
applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Theatre Production
MacEwan.ca/production
Centre for the Arts and Communications
Quick facts
A
booming arts and entertainment industry in Canada is creating enormous
opportunities for skilled technicians. If you are creative and passionate about sets,
costumes, props, and the latest sound and lighting equipment, then MacEwan
University is the perfect place to start your challenging and rewarding backstage career.
You are someone who is invisible to audiences, but without you the magic of theatre,
television and film would not exist. A career in theatre production requires creativity,
accuracy and determination. Following two intense years of study in MacEwan University’s
Theatre Production program, you’ll have the skill set and experience you need to market
yourself in a thriving industry.
Program start date
September 2013
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimate (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Career potential
There is a growing demand in the
theatre industry for passionate,
competent, responsible technicians
who aren’t afraid of hard work. Over
the past 30 years, our program has
produced hundreds of lighting and
sound technicians, set and costume
technicians and builders, stage
managers, production managers,
technical directors, and other theatre
professionals. Alumni work on
cruise lines, in stage, film, television,
festivals, concerts, special events, and
other venues in Canada, the United
States and abroad. Our graduates
have played key roles locally at the
Citadel Theatre and Winspear Centre
and nationally with the renowned
Stratford Festival in Ontario.
Program of study
At MacEwan University, we believe
a well-rounded technician is an
employable technician. The better
you understand the entire industry,
the more marketable you will be. Your
first year is spent touching on every
aspect of technical production – from
stagecraft and set painting to drafting
and rigging. In your second year,
more than two-thirds of your courses
can be dedicated to a specialization.
So whether you are fascinated with
lighting and sound, or prefer to learn
the basics of wardrobe, MacEwan
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University gives you exposure to
all areas.
At MacEwan University, the goal is to
learn by doing. As a student in the
Theatre Production program, you
will work on productions staged by
students in MacEwan University’s
Theatre Arts and Music programs,
and sometimes outside groups
who rent our 363-seat John L. Haar
Theatre. Each year you will
also have several opportunities
to become actively involved in
community productions, especially
during Edmonton’s busy summer
festival season.
The Theatre Production program
utilizes laptop integrated delivery.
All students will be required to have
a laptop for daily classroom use.
Hardware and software requirements
are available from the program office
at 780-497-4393.
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
After finishing this exciting program,
you will certainly have the training
to gain access to the industry at an
entry level, but you may also want
to continue your studies. That’s why
MacEwan University has established a
transfer agreement with the University
of Alberta and the University of
Lethbridge. Many other students
have also successfully transferred to
various other universities in Canada
and the United States. Please contact
the program for details.
Theatre Production diploma
program
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $15,314 + $3,004
Year II
$15,314 + $1,896
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus: Centre
for the Arts and Communications
Alternative delivery: N/A
*The Theatre Production program utilizes
laptop integrated delivery. All students
will be required to have a laptop for daily
classroom use. Hardware and software
requirements are available from the program
office at 780-497-4393.
Email: international@macewan.ca
Admission
Regular Admission
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma
(or equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.One Group A course*
2.One Group B or C course*
3.One Group C or D course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Other Admission Criteria
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to complete Standard First
Aid certification by the beginning of
the intake term.
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is
only applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Therapist Assistant
MacEwan.ca/PTAOTA
MacEwan.ca/SLPA
Faculty of Health and Community Studies
M
acEwan University offers two majors within the Therapist Assistant program: the
Physical Therapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist Assistant (PTA/OTA) major
and the Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) major. Both are two-year
diploma programs.
Physical Therapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist Assistant major
The Physical Therapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist Assistant major provides the
theoretical knowledge, skill development and practical experience required to work
as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) or
in a combined role. Growing emphasis on “quality of life” has expanded the need for
rehabilitation interventions related to movement and function. The sophistication of
therapeutic equipment and treatment techniques have resulted in an increasing demand
for trained therapist assistants.
Quick facts
Career potential
PTAs and OTAs work in:
• hospitals
• long-term care facilities
• sub-acute units
Admission
Physical Therapist Assistant/
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Major
†
Competitive
The graduate employment rate is
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
100 per cent.
Regular Admission
• rehabilitation hospitals
• mental health facilities
• physical therapy clinics
• schools
• home care
Program of study
This is a two-year, 60-credit diploma
program.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
• A post-secondary Certificate,
Diploma, Applied Degree or Degree.
OR
• A minimum of 18 credits of postsecondary coursework with a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale†.
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal**
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Transferability
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
Graduates of the PTA/OTA major may
2.Biology 30
transfer to the University of Calgary’s
3.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation
4.One Group A, B or C course*
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
degree program.
5.One Group A, B, C or D course*
Other Admission Criteria
For full course details, refer to the
full-time calendar, available at any
MacEwan Bookstore location or online
Mature Admission
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to complete the following:
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Therapist Assistant Program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 60 per cent, with no
course grade lower than 50 per cent,
in the following high school courses:
1.Biology 30
2.Chemistry 30 or Science 30
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• Current, clear Security Clearance
to work with ‘Children and/or
Vulnerable Persons (Adults and
Children)’ by the beginning of the
intake term.
• Current Standard First Aid
Certification completed by the start
of term three***
• Current CPR Health Care ProviderLevel AED completed by the start
of term three***
• Immunization Record up-to-date by
the start of term three***
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
Program start date
September 2013
Application and document dates
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Year I $14,820 + $1,883
Year II $13,832 + $1,730
Competitive program
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is only
applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
***Provisional Admission – may be assigned
to an applicant who has been offered admission
to the Program in one of the above admission
categories. The offer of provisional admission is
based on completion of specified conditions that
must be satisfied within the first year of enrolment
by the date specified in the offer. Access to
courses, activities, and /or field placement or
clinical studies may be limited until all provisional
requirements are met.
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
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Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Major
T
he Speech Language Pathologist Assistant major
provides the theoretical knowledge, skill development
and practical experience required to work as a
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant SLPA. Language
is crucial to learning, working and socializing. About 38,000
Albertans receive assessment or treatment for speech or
language difficulties each year. The role of the SLPA includes
carrying out treatment plans, observing and reporting
patients’ responses, scheduling activities and maintaining
equipment, all under the supervision of a Speech-Language
Pathologist.
Career potential
• SLPAs support the implementation
Admission
of treatment for communication
Speech-Language Pathologist
Assistant Major
disorders
†
• They work primarily with children
in early education settings and
in schools
• The graduate employment rate is
100 per cent
Program of study
This is a two-year, 60-credit diploma
Competitive
Admission to this program is
considered COMPETITIVE either
because of higher than minimum
academic requirements, other
admission criteria or a combination
of both. See Competitive Programs
p.75 or contact the program for
more information.
Regular Admission
This route takes longer than two years.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 65 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
For full course details, refer to the
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
full-time calendar, available at any
2.Social Studies 30
MacEwan Bookstore location or
3.Two Group A, B or C courses*
program that is offered on-site at
MacEwan University. It is also offered
through part-time distance learning.
online at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Transferability
The Speech-Language Pathologist
Assistant major includes one university
transfer course – Psychology 104.
Graduates of the SLPA major may
transfer to the University of Calgary’s
Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation
degree program.
Therapist Assistant diploma
program
Email: international@macewan.ca
4.One Group A, B, C or D course*
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of fulltime high school at least one year
by the beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must have a minimum
overall average of 60 per cent†, with
no course grade lower than 50 per
cent, in the following high school
courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.Social Studies 30
Previous Post-Secondary Work**
Applicants must have successfully
completed one of the following from a
recognized institution:
• A post-secondary Certificate,
Diploma, Applied Degree or Degree.
OR
• A minimum of 18 credits of postsecondary coursework with a
minimum Admission Grade Point
Average (AGPA)** of 2.0 on a
4.0 scale†.
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ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
Skills Appraisal
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
†
See Competitive Programs p.75 or contact the
program for more information.
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
Quick facts
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Program start date
Other Admission Criteria
Application and document dates
Conditionally accepted applicants are
required to complete the following:
To start in: September 2013
• Current, clear Security Clearance
to work with ‘Children and/or
Vulnerable Persons (Adults and
Children)’ by the beginning of the
intake term.
• Current Standard First Aid
Certification completed by the start
of term three***
September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Documents due: August 1, 2013
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
• Current CPR Health Care ProviderLevel AED completed by the start
of term three***
Year I $13,832 + $2,262
Year II
$15,808 + $1,957
• Immunization Record up-to-date
by the start of term three***
Speech-Language Pathologist
Assistant Major
Note: The ability to communicate in English
with clear pronunciation is a requirement of
employment in this field.
*See Classification of High School Courses,
foldout
**Under Regular Admission, Skills Appraisal is only
applicable to applicants under category 1.a).
***Provisional Admission – may be assigned
to an applicant who has been offered admission
to the Program in one of the above admission
categories. The offer of provisional admission is
based on completion of specified conditions that
must be satisfied within the first year of enrolment
by the date specified in the offer. Access to
courses, activities, and /or field placement or
clinical studies may be limited until all provisional
requirements are met.
Distance: Fees are determined on a
course by course basis.
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: Distance learning
Travel
MacEwan.ca/travel
School of Business
Student study tour, 2008.
T
his program meets the highest Canadian standards for industry education. It is fast-paced and hands-on; you’ll
work in a computer lab with real reservation systems and software. Combine this with a one-month practicum at
program’s end, and you’ll be highly employable immediately upon graduation. In just 13 months, you will develop
the skills Canada’s travel industry demands most: communications, sales techniques, customer service and automation.
Take an in-depth look at the world’s most important tourist destinations and learn what motivates travellers to visit them.
Develop an understanding of the evolving travel market and the technology used to document and sell North American
and international travel.
Career potential
Program of study
Transferability
Graduates work as travel consultants,
Work on a live reservation system.
A newly signed transfer agreement
passenger sales agents, sales
Learn geography. Hone your
will allow graduates up to 48
account executives, reservations
customer-service skills and aptitude
credits towards the Bachelor of
agents and travel marketing
in sales. Travel packs a two-year
Tourism Management degree at
managers. Throughout Canada
program of study into 13 months
Thompson Rivers University. The
and around the globe, MacEwan
of travel-focused learning. For full
program also provides students the
University grads can be found in a
course details, refer to the full-time
opportunity to earn credits toward
range of pursuits — from booking
calendar, available at any MacEwan
their accreditation with Cruise Lines
scuba diving tours, to arranging
Bookstore location or online at
International Association (CLIA). The
honeymoons in Hawaii, to marketing
MacEwan.ca/calendar.
Travel Program has a 5 Star rating
European coach tours for seniors.
from the Canadian Institute of Travel
Admission
Counsellors (CITC) and completion of
the program puts graduates well on
their way to professional certification.
Travel diploma program
Email: international@macewan.ca
Quick facts
Program start date
September 2013
Regular Admission
ADDITIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
1.a) Applicants must have an
Alberta high school diploma (or
equivalent).
OR
b) Applicants must have a
minimum overall average of 65
per cent, with no course grade
lower than 50 per cent, in the
following high school courses:
1.ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
2.One Group A course*
3.One Group B or C course*
4.One Group C or D course*
Skills Appraisal
Mature Admission
Applicants must be 20 years of age
or older and have been out of full-time
high school at least one year by the
beginning of the intake term.
Applicants must complete the Skills
Appraisal only if they do not present
ELA 30-1 with a minimum grade of 65
per cent or ELA 30-2 with a minimum
grade of 75 per cent.
Applicants must complete the math
portion of the Skills Appraisal only if
they do not present Mathematics 20-1
or Mathematics 30-1 with a minimum
grade of 65 per cent or Mathematics
30-2 with a minimum grade of
75 per cent.
Writing: Applicants must successfully
complete the writing portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Reading: Applicants must successfully
complete the reading portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Application and document dates
Math: Applicants must successfully
complete the math portion OR
complete any developmental course
work with a minimum grade of D.
Documents due: August 1, 2013
*See Classification of High School Courses, foldout
NOTE: The above contains only partial
admission requirement information. For full
details, visit MacEwan.ca/programs.
To start in: September 2013
Apply starting: October 1, 2012
Program cost estimates (2012/13)
Estimate includes tuition, fees,
books and supplies. Based on a
full course load.
Tuition
Fees, books
and supplies
Four terms $23,218 + $2,675
Credential available: Diploma
Program location/Campus:
City Centre Campus
Alternative delivery: N/A
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Admission Information
The admission information provided
in this brochure contains only partial
Admission Requirement information.
Full details are published each
February in MacEwan University’s
full-time calendar. You can purchase
a calendar at any MacEwan
University Bookstore, or view it online
at MacEwan.ca/calendar.
For specific program information,
applicants are encouraged to either
contact the program directly or visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
Competitive programs
Admission to many programs is competitive,
and applicants are encouraged to apply
and submit transcripts early. Limited space
is available and not all applicants who are
eligible may be admitted. When admission
becomes competitive, selection will be
based on academic performance and
the overall assessment of other specified
criteria for admission.
Applicants should anticipate that admission
is competitive and is subject to a quota.
For current information on competitive
programs at MacEwan University, please
visit the Office of the Registrar website:
MacEwan.ca/admissions.
Early conditional acceptance
MacEwan University will early conditional
admit applicants based on Grade 11 marks
and/or current registration in required
Grade 12 high school subjects. Although
conditional admission may be granted
before final/official transcripts are available,
confirmation of the achievement of
specified minimum/competitive grades will
take place after all final/official transcripts
have been received by MacEwan
University. For current information on
Early Conditional requirements, visit
MacEwan.ca/admissions.
Cost estimates
Cost estimates provided are published for
information purposes only and are not to
be considered final. Every effort is made
to ensure accuracy at the time of printing.
Fees are subject to change. Costs for
student loan purposes may vary.
Other admission options
If you do not qualify under the Regular or
Mature Admission categories, you may
be admissible under another category
(Previous Post-secondary or Probationary
Admission). Please see the website or the
full-time calendar for more information.
Previous post-secondary work
Applicants who have taken previous
post-secondary coursework may also be
admitted through other categories, visit
MacEwan.ca/programs.
Admission in this category does not
imply or guarantee the transfer of any
coursework and/or credential unless
a block transfer agreement (internal or
external) is in effect and published in the
calendar by the Office of the Registrar.
In addition, transfer of coursework does
not imply or guarantee that an applicant
will be admitted.
Provisional admission
Admission Grade Point Average
(AGPA)
The AGPA is calculated on post-secondary
coursework completed in the most
recent two terms of study if they contain
a minimum of 24 credits of coursework.
If these two terms contain less than 24
credits of coursework, all work in the next
most recent term(s) is included in the
calculation until a minimum of 24 credits
of post-secondary coursework is reached.
Full-year courses are considered winter
courses in the calculation. For applicants
who have completed fewer than 24
credits of post-secondary work, the AGPA
is based on all post-secondary credits
attempted as long as a minimum of nine
credits have been completed. An AGPA is
not calculated on fewer than nine credits of
post-secondary coursework completed.
Skills appraisal
Applicants may be required to complete
the Skills Appraisal Exam. Unless otherwise
specified, identified skills appraisal
requirements must be completed by the
beginning of the intake term. For details,
refer to MacEwan.ca/SkillsAppraisal.
Provisional admission may be assigned
to an applicant who has been offered
admission to the program in one of the
stated admission categories. The offer
of provisional admission is based on
completion of specified conditions that
must be satisfied within the first year of
enrolment by the date specified in the
offer. Access to courses, activities, and /
or field placement or clinical studies may
be limited until all provisional requirements
are met.
English language proficiency
Probationary admission
Applicants who speak English as a second
language – regardless of citizenship – are
required to submit official documents such
as high school, post-secondary transcripts
or proof of successful completion of
standardized language evaluation.
Full details are available in MacEwan
University’s full-time calendar or online at
MacEwan.ca/ELP.
This admission category will be used only
if the program is not filled by mature or
previous post-secondary applicants. A
limited number of probationary admissions
may be granted to applicants who present
a minimum cumulative post-secondary
Admission Grade Point Average (AGPA)
of less than 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants
admitted within this category will be placed
on probation.
All applicants must meet an acceptable
level of English language proficiency. We
will require official documents such as
high school or post-secondary transcripts
or proof of successful completion of
standardized language evaluation.
Full details are available in MacEwan
University’s full-time calendar or online at
MacEwan.ca/ELP.
Spoken English proficiency
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Proposed 2013/2014 English Language Proficiency For Certificate, Diploma and Applied Degree Programs
Applicants to Certificate, Diploma, and Applied Degree programs whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency
required for admission to the Fall 2013, Winter 2014 and Spring 2014 intakes by presenting one of the following:
1 Successful completion of three years of
full-time education in English:
a. In Canada including the grade 12
year. This can be a combination
of secondary and post-secondary
education. (See notes i. and ii.)
b. In another country where English is
recognized as an official language of
instruction. (See notes i. and ii.)
c. At a recognized school/institution
which uses English as the primary
language of instruction. (See notes
i. and ii.)
2 Successful completion of the equivalent
of three years of full-time instruction
in a school/institution in Canada in
which the major language of instruction
is other than English, but where the
level of English proficiency required
for graduation is equivalent to that in
English language schools/institutions
in Canada.
3 Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) with a minimum total score of
76 iBT (internet-based) and a minimum
score of 18 on all 4 sections including
reading/listening/speaking/writing
OR 550 PBT (paper-based). Refer to
website: toefl.org/infobull
4 Canadian Academic English Language
(CAEL) Assessment with a minimum
overall band score of 60 and a
minimum score of 60 in each band.
Refer to website: cael.ca
e. An O-level, GCSE, or IGCSE English
Language or Literature course with a
minimum grade of C.
5 International English Language Testing
System (IELTS Academic) with a
minimum overall band score of 6.0
and a minimum score of 5.5 in each
component. Refer to website: ielts.org
8 A two-year diploma from a recognized
post-secondary institution at which
English is the primary language of
instruction and in a country where
English is the principal language.
6 EIKEN with a minimum Grade Pre-1
score. Refer to website: eiken.or.jp
(Japanese) stepeiken.org (English)
9 MacEwan University’s ENGL 086 ELP
for University - Reading and Writing and
ENGL 087 ELP for University - Listening
and Speaking, with a minimum grade
of C in each course. (formerly ENGL086 (ENGL-0106) ELP for University
and College completed at MacEwan
University or Global Village Calgary)
7 Completion of one of the following:
a. Alberta English Language Arts 30-1
(or English 30) final blended grade
of 65%.
b. International Baccalaureate (IB)
Higher Level English A1, A2 or
English B with a minimum grade
of 5.0. IB programs of study are
administered by selected high
schools. Refer to website: ibo.org
c. Advanced Placement (AP) English
College Board Exam with a minimum
score of 3.0. AP subjects are offered
by selected high schools. Refer to
website: collegeboard.org/ap
d. Six credits of transferable university
level English language and literature
with minimum grades of C-. Refer to
MacEwan.ca
10 MacEwan University’s ERDW 085
Reading and Writing for Academic
Purposes and ESPL 085 Speaking and
Listening for Academic Purposes and
EOPT 068 Research Writing, with a
minimum grade of C in each course.
(formerly ESLG-085 (ESLG-0105)
English for Academic Purposes)
11 Successful completion of University of
Alberta’s ESL 140 and 145. Official
transcripts must be provided.
12 Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
test with a minimum overall score
of 51 and a minimum score of 49
in each band. Refer to website
pearsonpte.com.
Notes:
i. Enrolment in English as a Second Language
(ESL) courses or programs will not be
included in the calculation of three years
of full time study. Enrolment must be in
a regular high school or post-secondary
credit program.
ii. Failing grades/courses will not be counted
when calculating full time attendance.
Only courses with passing grades will
be considered.
An applicant who is completely bilingual and
fluent in English shall be entitled to submit a
written petition to the Office of the Registrar
providing evidence that the applicant’s English
language proficiency exceeds the specified
minimum levels, and requesting exemption from
the language proficiency requirement. If you
are fully bilingual and fluent in English, your
petition should detail this – your background;
your educational and personal experience with
English; the language of instruction throughout
your schooling and the language you use at
home and on a daily basis; why you believe that
an exception to the requirement is warranted in
your situation. Attestations from former English
instructors and reports of any standardized English
language proficiency tests may be supportive of
your petition.
The International department of the Office of the
Registrar will review the petition for possible
waiver. Successful petition will not guarantee
admission to another institution.
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Proposed 2013/2014 English Language Proficiency For University Transfer and Baccalaureate Degree Programs
Applicants to University Transfer and Baccalaureate Degree programs whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language
proficiency required for admission to the Fall 2013, Winter 2014 and Spring 2014 intakes by presenting one of the following:
1 Successful completion of three years of
full-time education in English:
a. In Canada including the grade 12
year. This can be a combination
of secondary and post-secondary
education. (See notes i. and ii.)
b. In another country where English is
recognized as an official language of
instruction. (See notes i. and ii.)
c. At a recognized school/institution
which uses English as the primary
language of instruction. (See notes
i. and ii.)
2 Successful completion of the equivalent
of three years of full-time instruction
in a school/institution in Canada in
which the major language of instruction
is other than English, but where the
level of English proficiency required
for graduation is equivalent to that in
English language schools/institutions
in Canada.
3 Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) with a minimum total score of
86 iBT (internet-based) and a minimum
score of 21 on all 4 sections including
reading/listening/speaking/writing OR
580 PBT (paper-based) with a minimum
score of 50 in each component. Refer to
website: toefl.org/infobull
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4 Canadian Academic English Language
(CAEL) Assessment with a minimum
overall band score of 70 and a minimum
score of 60 in each band. Refer to
website: cael.ca
5 International English Language Testing
System (IELTS Academic) with a
minimum overall band score of 6.5
and a minimum score of 5.5 in each
component. Refer to website: ielts.org
6 Completion of one of the following:
a. Alberta English Language Arts 30-1
(or English 30) final blended grade
of 75%.
b. International Baccalaureate (IB)
Higher Level English A1, A2 or
English B with a minimum grade
of 6.0. IB programs of study are
administered by selected high
schools. Refer to website: ibo.org
c. Advanced Placement (AP) English
College Board Exam with a minimum
score of 4.0. AP subjects are offered
by selected high schools. Refer to
website: collegeboard.org/ap
d. Six credits of transferable university
level English language and literature
with minimum grades of B+. Refer to
MacEwan.ca
e. An O-level, GCSE, or IGCSE English
Language or Literature course with a
minimum grade of B.
7 A degree from a recognized postsecondary institution at which English
is the primary language of instruction
and in a country where English is the
principal language.
8 MacEwan University’s ENGL 086 ELP
for University - Reading and Writing and
ENGL 087 ELP for University - Listening
and Speaking, with a minimum grade of
B- in each course. (formerly ENGL-086
(ENGL-0106) ELP for University and
College) completed at MacEwan
University or Global Village Calgary)
9 MacEwan University’s ERDW 085
Reading and Writing for Academic
Purposes and ESPL 085 Speaking and
Listening for Academic Purposes and
EOPT 068 Research Writing, with a
minimum grade of B- in each course.
(formerly ESLG-085 (ESLG-0105)
English for Academic Purposes)
10 Successful completion of University
of Alberta’s ESL 140 and 145. Official
transcripts must be provided.
11 Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
with a minimum overall score of 59 and
a minimum score of 56 in each band.
Refer to website pearsonpte.com.
Notes:
i. Enrolment in English as a Second Language
(ESL) courses or programs will not be
included in the calculation of three years
of full time study. Enrolment must be in
a regular high school or post-secondary
credit program.
ii. Failing grades/courses will not be counted
when calculating full time attendance.
Only courses with passing grades will
be considered.
An applicant who is completely bilingual and
fluent in English shall be entitled to submit a
written petition to the Office of the Registrar
providing evidence that the applicant’s English
language proficiency exceeds the specified
minimum levels, and requesting exemption from
the language proficiency requirement. If you
are fully bilingual and fluent in English, your
petition should detail this -- your background;
your educational and personal experience with
English; the language of instruction throughout
your schooling and the language you use at
home and on a daily basis; why you believe that
an exception to the requirement is warranted in
your situation. Attestations from former English
instructors and reports of any standardized English
language proficiency tests may be supportive of
your petition.
The International department of the Office of the
Registrar will review the petition for possible
waiver. Successful petition will not guarantee
admission to another institution.
Proposed 2013/2014 English Language Proficiency For Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Psychiatric Nursing Programs
Applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing AND Psychiatric Nursing Programs whose first language is not English must demonstrate English
Language Proficiency required for admission to the Fall 2013, Winter 2014 intakes by presenting one of the following:
1 Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) iBT with a minimum total score
of 86 and minimum scores of 21 in the
sections for Reading and Writing, 23 in
Listening, and 26 in Speaking.* Refer to
website: toefl.org
2 Canadian Academic English Language
(CAEL) Assessment with a minimum
overall band score of 70 and minimum
scores of 60 in the Reading and Writing
bands and 70 in the Listening and
Speaking bands.* Refer to website:
cael.ca
3 International English Language Testing
System (IELTS-Academic) with a
minimum overall band score of 6.5
and minimum scores of 5.5 in the
Reading and Writing bands, 6.0 in
Listening, and 7.0 in Speaking.*
Refer to website: ielts.org
4 Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
with a minimum overall score of 59 and
minimum scores of 56 in the Reading
and Writing bands, 58 in Listening,
and 71 in Speaking.* Refer to website:
pearsonpte.com
5 Michigan English Language Assessment
Battery (MELAB) with a minimum
overall score of 85 and a minimum
score of 4 in the Speaking Test.*
Refer to website: lsa.umich.edu/eli/
testing/melab
6 MacEwan University’s ENGL 086 ELP
for University - Reading and Writing and
ENGL 087 ELP for university - Listening
and Speaking, with a minimum grade of
B- in each course. (formerly ENGL-086
(ENGL-0106) ELP for University and
College) completed at MacEwan
University or Global Village Calgary)
Alberta Extension. Official transcripts must
be provided. Refer to elp.ualberta.ca
or contact elpinfo@ualberta.ca
Tel: (+1)780.492.3036
Tel: (+1)780.492.5530
7 MacEwan University’s ERDW 085
Reading and Writing for Academic
Purposes and ESPL 085 Speaking and
Listening for Academic Purposes and
EOPT 068 Research Writing, with a
minimum grade of B- in each course.
(formerly ESLG-085 (ESLG-0105)
English for Academic Purposes)
*Note: The speaking requirement can also be
met by successfully completing the Speaking
Test (administered through University of
Alberta Extension) with a minimum score
of 50. Official transcripts must be provided.
Refer to www.elp.ualberta.ca or contact
elpinfo@ualberta.ca Tel: (+1)780.492.3036
Tel: (+1)780.492.5530
8 Successful completion of University
of Alberta’s ESL 140 and 145 English
for Academic Purposes and a score
of at least 50 on the Speaking Test
administered through University of
Based on policy C5010 Admissions, no petitions
or waivers will be considered for the above
requirements.
Proposed 2013/2014 Spoken English Proficiency Requirements For Therapist Assistant – Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Program
Besides demonstrating English Language Proficiency, applicants to the Therapist Assistant - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Program whose
first language is not English will also be required to meet the Spoken English Proficiency Requirement for Fall 2013.
Applicants must present one of the following:
• Six full years of education in English
in Canada or the equivalent in another
country where English is the principal
language. Such education must include
Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent level)
and can combine secondary and postsecondary training.
• Graduation from a degree program
offered by a recognized university at
which English is the primary language
of instruction and in a country where
English is the principal language.
• A score of at least 26 on the iBT TOEFL
section for Speaking
SPEAKING TEST – Speaking Test
administered through University of Alberta
Extension. elp.ualberta.ca or elpinfo@
ualberta.ca
IELTS – International English Language
Testing System ielts.org or the MacEwan
IELTS Test Centre macewan.ca/web/Services/
IELTS/home/index.cfm
• A score of at least 70 on the CAEL
sub-test for Speaking
Tel: (+1) 780.492.3036 Tel: (+1)
780.492.5530
PTE – Pearson Test of English (Academic)
pearsonpte.com
• A score of at least 7.0 on the IELTS
band for Speaking (academic or
general training test)
iBT TOEFL – Internet-Based Test,
Test of English as a Foreign Language
toefl.org/infobull
Based on policy C5010 Admissions, no petitions
or waivers will be considered for the Spoken
English Proficiency requirement.
• A score of at least 71 on the PTE
(academic) band for Speaking
CAEL – Canadian Academic English
Language Assessment cael.ca
• A score of at least 50 on the
SPEAKING TEST.
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Step-by-Step Application Process to MacEwan
Start here (How to apply etc…)
Step 1: When to Apply
• Fall Term (September to December):
Application period opens October 1 of the
previous year
• Winter Term (January to April):
Application period opens February 1 of the
previous year
• Spring/Summer Term (May to June/July
to August):
Application period opens May 1 of the
previous year
It is to your advantage to apply and complete
program admission requirements as early as
possible since most programs can accommodate
only a limited number of students. Entrance to the
Winter, Spring, and Summer terms are limited to
certain programs; however, some programs have
multiple start dates.
Step 2: How to Apply
Before applying, be sure your program is still
accepting applications go to MacEwan.ca/
admissions > Check Program Availability. At the
time of application you will be required to pay a
non-refundable application fee.
Complete the application form in this brochure or
apply online at MacEwan.ca/apply.
Note: If you later submit another application for admission for
the same term, you will be considered ONLY for the program
indicated on the most recent application form. Your first
application will be withdrawn.
Step 3: What you will need to send
• All your secondary school educational school
documents and any final examination certificates
with courses and grades in both the original
language and certified English translations,
which must be complete, literal, word-for-word,
and in the same format as the original document.
These allow us to determine if you have met
the academic requirements for your program of
choice. For some programs, you may also need
to do extra things such as provide reference
letters, fill in a questionnaire, audition etc. Your
acknowledgement package will describe these
requirements in detail.
• Send us proof you have met MacEwan
University’s English Language Proficiency
requirement. Please note that for our Nursing
programs you will need to meet both the
English Language Proficiency requirements
and the Spoken English Language Proficiency
requirements. For the majority of programs,
we will need this to be met before a letter of
acceptance can be issued.
• If you have completed any post-secondary/
higher education you wish considered for
possible transfer credit toward your MacEwan
University program, please send detailed
descriptive course outlines and syllabi from your
former college or university, for any course you
want our faculty to consider. Please note we will
not review for possible transfer credit unless you
are accepted to the program.
Step 4: When will I receive my letter of
acceptance?
• Once we have received and evaluated all your
educational school documents, courses and
grades and determined you have met the
admission requirements, providing there is space
in your program of choice, we will send you a
Letter of Acceptance. If your first language is not
English, we will require evidence that you have
met the minimum English Language Proficiency
requirements for your program of choice before
the Letter of Acceptance will be issued.
• If you are missing some of the requirements
for admission to your program of choice, or if
your program of choice is full, we may send
you an email offering our bridging program for
international students, MacEwan University
Studies International (USI).
Step 5: Check your myMacEwan account
regularly for application status updates.
Step 6: Pay your Deposit
If accepted, you will be required to pay a program
deposit, which will be used towards your first
term’s tuition.
International applicants residing outside of Canada
will be required to pay a $10,000 deposit, and
International applicants residing inside of Canada
will be required to a pay a $1,000 deposit.
If your Study permit is denied and MacEwan
University receives a copy of the denial letter from
the Canadian Embassy, which must have your full
name on it, your deposit will be refunded in full.
In general, the price and length of time for
processing Study Permit applications depends
on the country you live in. To obtain a Study
Permit take your official Letter of Acceptance from
MacEwan University to the Canadian Embassy
or Consulate nearest you. cic.gc.ca/english/
information/offices/missions.asp
If you would like more information about
Study Permits please contact an International
Student Advisor
MacEwan.ca/advising > International Advising
Step 8: Accommodations
Students have several options when looking for
accommodations for their study period at MacEwan
University. We strongly recommend securing
housing before arriving in Edmonton.
Residence - The MacEwan Residence is
located next to the City Centre Campus. Visit
MacEwan.ca/residence for prices, application
forms and more information.
Off campus – If you do not wish to live in the
MacEwan Residence you may choose to live
in homestay or private accommodations. More
information can be found on our website
MacEwan.ca/international.
Step 9: Arrival in Edmonton
Complete the Arrival Information Form found on
MacEwan.ca/international when you have booked
your travel to Edmonton.
ApplyAlberta
Step 7: Apply for your Study Permit
All Alberta public universities, colleges
and technical institutes use the online
ApplyAlberta application system,
which facilitates the electronic transfer
of transcripts. You will not be charged
for transcripts requested using the
ApplyAlberta system.
International Students planning to study in Canada
for 6 months or more must obtain a “Study Permit”
(formerly known as a “Student Authorization”). If
you wish to study for less than 6 months, a Study
Permit is optional. We recommend that you obtain a
Study Permit because:
You may still use our paper application
form. We will enter the information in
to the ApplyAlberta system. If you use
the paper form, make sure to enclose a
non-refundable application fee when you
mail in your application.
For acceptable methods of payment go to:
MacEwan.ca > Admissions > Tuition & Fees > Make
a Payment
• Full-time students in good academic standing
that are enrolled in an academic program are
eligible to apply for an Off-Campus Work Permit.
This applies to full-time Bachelor Degree, Applied
Degree, Certificate, Diploma, and University
Transfer Programs only.
• You will have flexibility if you want to study longer
in Canada (Study Permit applications cannot be
processed in Canada).
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Quick facts
Mission
Grant MacEwan University is a vibrant, innovative
educational institution focused on student learning.
MacEwan fosters student success and student
contributions within local, national and international
communities. Teaching and learning are central
to the academic endeavour, which is informed
and enriched by research and scholarly pursuits
of highly engaged faculty and staff. MacEwan
strives to exemplify the values of respect, integrity,
citizenship and environmental stewardship through
teaching, learning, scholarship, research and service.
Website
MacEwan.ca
Mailing address
Grant MacEwan University
P.O. Box 1796
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
T5J 2P2
Toll Free: 1-888-497-4622
Student body
43,064 credit and noncredit students (2010/11).
Faculty and Staff
Full-time and part-time – 3,250 (2010/11).
Number of programs (2011/12)
68 including bachelor degrees, degree transfer,
applied degree, post-diploma certificate, diploma
and certificate programs.
Student satisfaction (2010/11)
96 per cent of students satisfied with MacEwan
experience.
Value of financial aid
Scholarships, awards and bursaries – $6.8 million
awarded to more than 5,200 MacEwan University
students in 2011/12.
Computer access
All students and staff have email accounts and
Internet access in all computer labs and offices.
Admission info
Office of the Registrar 780-497-5140.
Educational Philosophy Statement
At Grant MacEwan University, teaching and learning
are our priorities. We value the legacy of Dr. Grant
MacEwan and strive to emulate his example of
service, stewardship, and life-long learning in our
student-centred environment.
We believe that learning occurs through exploration
and questioning, in an environment of mutual
respect and collaboration. Learning is enriched by
interactions among instructors and students whose
diverse life experiences, cultures, ethnicities, religions,
and abilities are acknowledged and respected.
We are committed to scholarship and the
maintenance of high academic standards. We believe
that learners benefit from their association with
educators and staff who demonstrate integrity and
purpose, leadership in their fields, and passion for
their work.
We endeavour to enhance our students’ capacity to
live well-balanced, productive lives as citizens of our
interconnected world. Our links with communities
beyond the university – academic and professional,
local and international – ensure the relevance of
learning activities and enable students to move
confidently into the workforce or on to further
educational opportunities.
Approved by MacEwan Board of Governors on June 17, 2004
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MacEwan International
City Centre Campus
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Website: MacEwan.ca/international
Please forward all inquiries by email to:
international@macewan.ca
The International Recruitment Team
Dr. Rick Lewis
Director, MacEwan International
Dr. Jin Wang
Director, International Recruitment (East Asia)
Deborah Taylor
Manager, International Admissions and Enrolment
Recruitment Advisor, India
Anthea Kolitsas
Recruitment Advisor, Middle East and Europe
Emilio Inda
Recruitment Advisor, Latin America
Brett Potyondi
Recruitment Advisor, Canadian High Schools and
Language Schools
Academic Advisor, University Studies International
Meghan P.L. Mckinnie
Manager, Study Abroad and International Student Retention
Jim Fuller
Coordinator, University Studies International
Veronique Khamly
Academic Advisor, University Studies International
Jason Stuka
Academic Advisor, University Studies International
Ed Valdez
International Recruitment Assistant
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2013/2014
Classification of High School Courses
Acceptable Alberta Education Grade 12 subjects, other than English Language Arts 30-1 have been
classified into the following four groups:
Group A (Humanities)
Group B (Fine Arts)
Group C (Sciences)
Group D (Optional)
1. Social Studies 30 or 30-1
1. Art 30
1. Biology 30
1. Applied Sociology 30
2. 30-level language other than
English
2. Art 31
2. Chemistry 30
3. Communication Technology
Advanced (5 credits)
3. Pure Mathematics 30 or
Mathematics 30-1
2. Cultural and Physical
Anthropology 30
4. Dance 35
4. Mathematics 30-2 (cannot
be used for admission with
Pure Mathematics 30 or
Mathematics 30-1)
4. International Politics 30
5. Mathematics 31
7. Philosophies of Man 30
6. Physics 30
8. Religious Studies 35
(for approved Schools)
3. Additional 30-level language
other than English
4. Aboriginal Studies 30 (cannot be
used for admission with Social
Studies 30-1
Note: Any one of the following courses
will meet the 30-level language other than
English requirement: French 21, 20S, 20N,
30S, 30N; French 31, 31A, 31B, 31C, 30-3Y,
30-9Y; French Language Arts 20, 30, 30-1,
30-2; Français 20, 30, 30-1, 30-2; Langue et
Literature 20, 30.
Note: Any one of the following courses will
also meet the 30-level language other than
English requirement: Blackfoot Language
& Culture 30; Chinese Language Arts 30;
Chinese Language & Culture 30; Cree
Language & Culture 30; German Language
Arts 30; German Language & Culture 30;
Italian Language & Culture 30; Japanese
Language & Culture 30; Latin 30; Spanish
Language & Culture 30; Ukrainian Language
Arts 30; Ukrainian Language & Culture 30.
There are other 35-level locally developed
courses which may also be used to meet the
language other than English requirement.
5. Drama 30
6. Music 30 (Choral, Instrumental or
General (5 credits)
7. Musical Theatre 35
8. Music 35
9. Performing Arts 35 A, B, or C
Additional 35-level Fine Arts courses may
be considered.
7. Science 30
8. Computing Science (CSE)
Advanced Level Career and
Technology Studies (CTS)
(minimum 5 credits)
Note: Equivalents of Music 30: Conservatory
Canada, Grade 8 Practical and Grade IV
Theory; Royal Conservatory of Music of
Toronto, Grade 8 Practical and Grade II Theory;
Mount Royal University, Grade 8 Practical and
Grade II Theory. Documents must be presented
to Alberta Education for evaluation.
Out-of Province Grade 12 Equivalencies
The high school courses that you attended in another province may be used for admission to MacEwan University
programs. The Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer (ACAT) website lists other provinces’ grade 12-level subject
equivalencies that are acceptable for admission to Alberta post-secondary institutions. Visit acat.gov.ab.ca for details.
If you are unsure of whether a course is acceptable, please contact the Office of the University Registrar at
780-497-5140. Students are advised to submit their official transcripts or equivalent documents as early as possible
for evaluation.
3. Experimental Psychology 30
5. Macroeconomics 30
6. Microeconomics 30
9. Western World History 30
10. World Geography 30
11. World Religion 30
12. Advanced CTS strands as follows:
- Community Health
- Construction/Electro
Technologies
- Fabrication Studies
- Fashion Studies
- Financial Management
- Foods
- Information Processing
- Legal Studies
- Management & Marketing
Note: Students using a Group D subject for
admission must present either one 5-credit
subject or any combination of two 3-credit
subjects.
The Grade 12 courses listed
are based on Alberta Education
approved curriculum and
nomenclature. Prospective applicants
from other provinces and territories
should request out-of-province
equivalencies from the Office of
the University Registrar, or visit our
website at MacEwan.ca.
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