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             INTERNATIONAL
             STUDENTS
             2019/20

MacEwan.ca
VIEWBOOK for INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 2019/20 - MacEwan.ca
We acknowledge that the land on which we gather in
Treaty Six Territory is the traditional gathering place for
 many Indigenous people. We honour and respect the
 history, languages, ceremonies and culture of the First
  Nations, Métis and Inuit who call this territory home.
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TABLE of

CONTENTS
Introduction.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2          Theatre Arts.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 41
                                                                                           Theatre Production. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 41
Faculty of Arts and Science
  Bachelor of Arts .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22                      Faculty of Health and
    Bachelor of Science .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22                          Community Studies
    Bachelor of Science in                                                               Acupuncture .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 44
    Engineering Transfer .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22                                Bachelor of Child and Youth Care. 45
                                                                                           Correctional Services.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 45
School of Business
                                                                                           Early Learning and Child Care .  .  . 45
  Accounting and Strategic
  Measurement.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26                       Emergency Communications
                                                                                           and Response .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 46
    Asia Pacific Management. .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26
                                                                                           Massage Therapy .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 47
    Business Management.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 27
                                                                                           Bachelor of Physical
    Bachelor of Commerce .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 28
                                                                                           Education Transfer. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 49
    Human Resources Management.  . 30
                                                                                           Police and Investigations.  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 49
    Library and Information
                                                                                           Bachelor of Social Work .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 50
    Technology. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 31
                                                                                           Social Work.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 50
    Office Assistant.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 31
                                                                                           Special Needs Educational
    Paralegal Studies. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 33
                                                                                           Assistant. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 50
    Public Relations. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 33
                                                                                           Therapist Assistant.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 51
    Travel .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 33
                                                                                       Faculty of Nursing
Faculty of Fine Arts and                                                                 Bachelor of Science in Nursing.  .  . 54
Communications                                                                             Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing.  . 54
  Arts and Cultural Management. .  . 36
                                                                                           Psychiatric Nursing.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 54
    Bachelor of
    Communication Studies. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 36                                   Department of Interprofessional
    Bachelor of Design.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 39                         Education and Simulation Learning
                                                                                       (DIESL). .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 55
    Fine Art. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 39
                                                                                       School of Continuing Education .  .  . 57
    Bachelor of Music in Jazz and. .  .  .  .  . ...
    Contemporary Popular Music.  .  .  . 40                                            How to Apply. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 60
                                                                                       English Language Proficiency .  .  .  .  . 61
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                                    Life. Changing.
                    One of the most exciting times of your life is just around the corner.
                   It’s true. The time you spend at MacEwan University is about finding
                       your way, juggling your classes and studying hard – but it’s also
                      about discovering what you love to do, turning that passion into
                              plans for the future and building a new community.

                       There’s a place for you here. We can’t wait to help you find it.

         WE’RE
       DOWNTOWN                                WE’RE ON                                 SOAK IT
                                               YOUR SIDE                                 ALL IN
  Our neighbours are galleries, coffee
 shops, museums, arenas, community                                             Spend an afternoon volunteering.
                                                Our faculty members,
  agencies and theatres. The pulse of                                          Discover something new in the lab.
                                          program advisors, counsellors
 the city runs through everything we                                            Cheer on the Griffins in the gym.
                                         – all of our staff – genuinely want
   do, and countless opportunities to                                           Catch a theatre show or concert.
                                                 to see you succeed.
 explore, work and make a difference                                            Make the most of your time here.
       are only a short walk away.

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     MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
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ACADEMICS 101   04
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       An enriched learning experience
                   Get ready for the educational experience of a lifetime. A MacEwan
                     University education is an investment in your future. We learn,
                  research and work together in ways that nurture new skills, cultivate
                    critical thinking and feed creativity. We can help you build a solid
                      academic foundation that will take you where you want to go.

  LEARN FROM                              LOOK BEYOND                                 WE’RE HERE
INSPIRING PEOPLE                         THE CLASSROOM                                 FOR YOU
   Our faculty members are more
                                         Step out of the classroom and into     Take advantage of academic support
 than talking heads at the front of a
                                          an exciting world of possibilities.   from your program advisors, talk to
classroom – they’re people who care
                                          Study abroad, get involved in the     your professors, and get advice from
  about your education. They want
                                         community, experience the world         experts and peers at our learning
 you to ask questions, discuss ideas
                                        of work and partner with professors       centres for writing, mathematics
and build the confidence you need to
                                           on research that truly matters.                  and statistics.
  push beyond your comfort zone.

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WE ARE ALL GRIFFINS

                      Photo credit: Chris Piggott
PROUD MEMBER OF U SPORTS AND THE
                 CANADIAN COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (CCAA).
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                    Long live #GriffNation
                 Whether you’re in the game or cheering from the stands, there’s
                nothing quite like the energy and excitement of Griffins athletics!
               Our student athletes are a force to be reckoned with – bringing their
                    A-game to the classroom as well as the court, field or rink.

                         Throw on your maroon and white and hold on tight –
                                  at MacEwan, we are all Griffins.
                                               MacEwanGriffins.ca

CANADA WEST UNIVERSITIES                                 ALBERTA COLLEGES ATHLETIC
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (CW)                                   CONFERENCE (ACAC)
                    Basketball                                                   Curling
    Multiple players named as conference all-stars                        14-time ACAC champions
                 Cross Country                                                      Golf
 2016, 2017 and 2018 Canada West all-star finishers                       17-time ACAC champions
                      Soccer                                                     Hockey
Women’s team qualified for Canada West championship                  2017 and 2018 ACAC champions in
          in 2015/16, 2016/17 and 2017/18                                men’s and women’s hockey
                    Volleyball                                                Indoor Track
    Multiple players named as conference all-stars                  Four ACAC women’s titles in five years

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                    Photo credit: Students’ Association of MacEwan University

                       Get involved
     Connecting with others makes a great university experience even
       more fulfilling. Get involved in activities beyond your studies
      and you’ll learn more than you might expect about the people,
                     community and world around you.

             FIND YOUR
               PEOPLE                                       GIVE BACK
       Explore the more than 80 student               Pay it forward with volunteer
        clubs on campus and find others               opportunities across campus –
         who want to change the world,               everything from a half-day stint
      make people laugh, network, discuss            as an event volunteer to a year-
       big ideas or enhance their studies.          long commitment as a university
       Whatever you’re into, we’ve got a                       ambassador.
                  club for that.

                                                       PUT YOURSELF
            GET ACTIVE                                  OUT THERE
      Let off some steam with intramural            Meet new friends and have some
      sports, or team up with a buddy to            fun. The Students’ Association of
     explore the classes and equipment at          MacEwan University (SAMU) and
                    the gym.                       student clubs organize events with
                                                   inspiring speakers and great music
                                                              all year long.

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     CREATE YOUR
      COMMUNITY
UNIVERSITY WITH A   10
CONSCIENCE
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        Putting principles into practice
                       Universities don’t change the world – people change
                         the world. People just like you. Our students are
                       protecting the planet, promoting diversity, changing
                           minds and making the world a better place.

                                           SHAPING A
      LET’S TALK                         BETTER FUTURE                               TACKLING BIG
       ABOUT IT                         Sustainability isn’t a buzzword here;
                                                                                        ISSUES
 We may not always agree, but at       it’s part of who we are. Our namesake,   At MacEwan, we don’t shy away from
                                        Dr. Grant MacEwan, was a pioneer in
 MacEwan, we value new ideas –                                                  tough topics. Our students campaign
                                        sustainability. Our campus bike plan
taking the time to really listen to    and urban beehives are just two of the
                                                                                for social justice, work to end sexual
each other and move forward in a      many ways we are building on his legacy    violence, talk about mental health
          positive way.                and embracing social, environmental,            and celebrate diversity.
                                        economic and cultural sustainability.

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               We’ve got your back
       Ups and downs may be inevitable, but you don’t have to face them
              alone. If you hit a rough patch, we’re here for you.

                                                     IF YOUR MARKS
            IF THINGS GET                           ARE MAKING YOU
           OVERWHELMING                                  WORRY
         Our counsellors, social workers and          Your professors want to help,
          nurses are standing by to give you          whether it’s providing a new
        the support you need. Never hesitate           perspective on their class or
         to ask for help. It’s why we’re here.    directing you to other resources, like
              MacEwan.ca/Counselling                writing and learning support and
                                                  services for students with disabilities.
                                                       MacEwan.ca/StudentAffairs

           IF YOUR BANK
          ACCOUNT JUST                                  IF YOU’RE FAR
          WON’T BALANCE                                  FROM HOME
             Our financial aid advisors can          MacEwan International connects
            connect you with scholarships,          students from other countries with
        awards and bursaries to help relieve        services and resources to make the
        financial stress. And SAMU provides                transition smoother.
          a student food bank and breakfast             MacEwan.ca/International
                club for extra support.
                   MacEwan.ca/FFI

         IF YOU’RE CONCERNED ABOUT SAFETY
        We all have the right to feel safe and be safe on campus, no matter our gender,
     race, ethnicity, ability or sexual orientation. If you are feeling discriminated against
       or unsafe, or are feeling anxious, homesick or disconnected, reach out to one of
       our many services, from counsellors and our student ombudsperson to campus
                       security. We will listen and are here to support you.
                                   MacEwan.ca/SafeatMacEwan

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                                         SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS

       Helping animals help students.
         Therapy pets on campus give
       students a needed boost during
stressful periods throughout the year.
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                     ahkamêyimok(Persevere for the benefit of all)

           At MacEwan, we’re committed to implementing the
          Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action –
          many of which are directly tied to education. Learning
          about the truths and discussing residential schools, the
         colonial system and the movement toward reconciliation
             are things we must do to move forward, together.

                                                           SUPPORTING
      ACKNOWLEDGING                                        INDIGENOUS
          PLACE                                             STUDENTS
          Through our speech and our                 kihêw waciston, the university’s
      actions, we acknowledge where our             Indigenous centre, is a Cree name
      university sits on the land, and the          that translates to “eagle’s nest.” It’s
       Treaty 6 Territory and Métis flags             a safe place that connects and
     both hold a permanent place outside              supports Indigenous students
               our main entrance.                       in their learning journey –
                                                   academically, socially and culturally.

      SELF-DECLARE                                   CONTINUING THE
     YOUR INDIGENOUS                                 CONVERSATION
        HERITAGE                                     Our faculty members are working
                                                       to actively engage students in
        When you self-identify on your                  reconciliation, from weaving
       MacEwan University application,              structured discussions into courses
     you become eligible for scholarships,            across programs and faculties to
      awards and bursaries designated for           building a collection of Indigenous
             Indigenous students.                           teaching resources.

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                                    DECOLONIZING OUR CAMPUS

President Deborah Saucier and
  Treaty 6 Grand Chief Wilton
 Littlechild after the university
 permanently raised the Treaty
   6 and Métis flags in October
      2017. We’re committed to
   implementing the Truth and
  Reconciliation Commission’s
     calls to action and moving
               forward together.
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             Eat. Play. Unwind.
      Sure, studying hard is the reason you’re here, but taking care of
     yourself is important too. When it’s time to take a break from the
        books to focus, reset or recharge, you don’t have to go far.

            TAKE SOME                            STAY FIT AND
            QUIET TIME                             FOCUSED
      Park yourself in the library with a      Visit the fitness centre to swim
     good book, pop in your earbuds and        a few laps in the pool, sweat it
      tuck into a comfy chair or take a         out in spin class or test your
       wander through the art gallery.                muscle at the gym.

        ESCAPE TO                              FEED YOURSELF
      ANOTHER WORLD                           We’ve got great eats right here on
                                              campus. Grab a coffee, have lunch
     Support your fellow students and get    with friends or venture a few steps
     away from it all at a theatre show or   off campus and explore Edmonton’s
              music production.                   rich downtown food scene.

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     FIND BALANCE
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         The residence experience
         When your home is on campus, you don’t just experience university
          life – you live it. MacEwan Residence is a fun, friendly and modern
       living experience in a secure building with furnished rooms, all utilities
             included, tons of fantastic amenities and a team of live-in staff.
                                   MacEwan.ca/Residence

                                              ROOMS AND AMENITIES
     FUN AND SUPPORTIVE                       - Fully-furnished, apartment-style suites
         COMMUNITY                            - Kitchenette and bathroom in each suite
       Connect with other students and        - Laundry facilities, study lounge and social
      make new friends through fun social   		 lounge on each floor
      events, academic study groups and       - Utilities and high-speed WiFi included
        formal leadership workshops.
                                              - Wellness suites (with massage chairs)
                                              - Games room

                  RATES START AS LOW AS $500 A MONTH.

         APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2019 OPEN IN OCTOBER 2018.

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     HOME AWAY FROM HOME
FACULTY of
ARTS AND SCIENCE
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             ARTS AND SCIENCE

DEGREE                                                DEGREE                                       DEGREE
Bachelor of ARTS                                      Bachelor of SCIENCE Bachelor of SCIENCE
 MacEwan.ca/BA                                         MacEwan.ca/Science                          IN ENGINEERING
This liberal arts degree combines breadth             This is a foundational degree which
                                                                                                   transfer
of knowledge, depth of study and dynamic              will provide you the breadth, depth and
flexibility in both courses and subject                                                             MacEwan.ca/Engineering
                                                      diversity of study to equip you with the
matter. Develop discipline-specific skills            skills of both an expert and a generalist.
and knowledge, improve your critical                                                               This one-year transfer program will
thinking, develop abilities to work in a              Acquire the tools needed to discriminate     give you foundational knowledge of
team, and enhance your organization,                  fact and fiction; to pose tough              applied sciences, including courses
communication and creative skills.                    questions and provide full answers;          in calculus, chemistry, physics
                                                      to observe soundly; to articulate your       and computer programming.
Develop these skills and this knowledge               arguments in a clear and concise
by working directly with faculty. There               fashion and to be open to other ideas        Students who complete these courses,
are multiple possibilities for this degree:           without surrendering your own.               and meet the admission GPA, can
pursue an honours degree, the traditional                                                          transfer to second year engineering at
major and minor, a double major, or a                                                              the University of Alberta. These courses
single major with a double minor.                                                                  are also transferable to engineering
                                                      MAJORS                                       programs at other universities.

                                                      »»   applied statistics                      The program focuses on active learning
MAJORS                                                »»   biological sciences*                    experiences in a small-class-size
                                                      »»   computer science                        environment while offering a wide
»»   anthropology*                                    »»   mathematics                             range of out-of-classroom support.
»»   economics*                                       »»   mathematical sciences                   Because first-year results determine your
»»   English*                                         »»   physical sciences*                      choice of engineering discipline when
»»   history                                          »»   psychology*                             transferring, all students must take a
»»   philosophy                                                                                    common set of courses in their first year.
»»   political science*
»»   psychology*                                      Our Bachelor of Science (BSc)
»»   sociology*                                       graduates have gone on to pursue
                                                      graduate studies, dentistry,                 CAREERS
                                                      medicine, veterinary medicine
Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) graduates                   and pharmacy, while others have              Engineering fields include:
have gone on to further their education               pursued a wide range of careers in           »»   chemical
in graduate studies or professional                   the public and private sectors.              »»   civil
programs such as law and business, while
                                                                                                   »»   computer
others have pursued a wide range of
                                                                                                   »»   electrical
careers in the public and private sectors.
                                                                                                   »»   physics
                                                                                                   »»   petroleum
                                                                                                   »»   materials
                                                                                                   »»   mechanical
                                                                                                   »»   mining

*Honours degrees are available in these disciplines
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                                          You can choose to minor in any of these
                                          disciplines within either your Bachelor
                                          of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees.

                                          Bachelor of Arts/Science
                                          MINORS
                                          »»   anthropology
                                          »»   biological sciences
                                          »»   chemistry
                                          »»   classics
                                          »»   computer science
                                          »»   creative writing
                                          »»   Earth and planetary sciences
                                          »»   economics
                                          »»   English
                                          »»   French
                                          »»   gender studies
                                          »»   history
                                          »»   mathematics
                                          »»   philosophy
                                          »»   physics
                                          »»   planetary physics
                                          »»   political science
                                          »»   psychology
                                          »»   sociology
                                          »»   Spanish
                                          »»   statistics

                                          Out-of-faculty MINORS
                                          »»   accounting
                                          »»   business law
                                          »»   business studies
                                          »»   finance
                                          »»   human resources
                                          »»   marketing

We’re connected to our community
in ways that make a real difference.
Students in our Accounting Club
provide free personal income tax
preparation at an annual tax clinic for
low-income families and individuals.
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 SCHOOL of
BUSINESS
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     BUSINESS

                 DIPLOMA                                       DIPLOMA
                 ACCOUNTING                                    ASIA PACIFIC
                 AND STRATEGIC                                 MANAGEMENT
                 MEASUREMENT                                    MacEwan.ca/AsiaPacific
                  MacEwan.ca/Accounting
                                                               This program covers the fundamentals
                                                               of business, such as economics, finance,
                 This program gives you the solid
                                                               marketing and accounting, with an added
                 foundation you need to take on the
                                                               focus on Asian politics and culture.
                 dynamic world of business. Along with
                 important communication and team-
                                                               Study Chinese or Japanese languages
                 building skills, you will study financial
                                                               for the duration of the program,
                 and management accounting, tax,
                                                               and complete coursework in
                 information technology and business law.
                                                               cross-cultural communications
                                                               and Asian business practices.
                 Hands-on use of accounting software
                 and business technology, practice with
                                                               Translate your knowledge into practical
                 accounting problems and preparation
                                                               experience with participation in an
                 of financial statements give you the
                                                               overseas study tour.
                 opportunity to apply your knowledge.
                                                               Graduates of this program can apply
                 Flexible study options give you the
                                                               to transfer into the Bachelor of
                 opportunity to choose a program of study
                                                               Commerce. This program is also an
                 that works for you. Study full time or part
                                                               excellent post-degree diploma.
                 time, during the day or evening. Complete
                 your diploma or exit after year one with
                 an accounting technology certificate.
                 Graduates of this program can apply to
                 transfer into the Bachelor of Commerce.
                                                               CAREERS
                                                               Graduates are employed in:
                                                               »» manufacturing and exporting
                 CAREERS                                          businesses
                                                               »» trade operations
                 »» analyst                                    »» social and advocacy organizations
                 »» junior accountant                          »» entrepreneurial pursuits
                 »» payroll accountant
                 »» assistant controller
                 »» accounts payable/accounts
                    receivable supervisor
                 »» accounting technician
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DIPLOMA
BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT
This is a comprehensive and dynamic
business diploma that prepares you to        BUSINESS                                   INSURANCE AND RISK
take on any business challenge. More         MANAGEMENT MAJOR                           MANAGEMENT MAJOR
than traditional books and theory, the
program combines classroom lectures           MacEwan.ca/Management                      MacEwan.ca/Insure
with individual and group case studies and
real-world examples to optimize learning.    This major is designed for                 This major is accelerated with
                                             maximum flexibility, with various          continuous study for 13 months.
Business management at MacEwan               study options: online, full time,
gives you options – complete a               part time, day and evening.                Gain a solid foundation in business
business management diploma or               Gain foundational knowledge in             through courses in management, finance,
specialize in aviation or insurance          management, accounting, finance,           communications and accounting while
and risk management.                         human resources, communications and        specializing in the areas of insurance
                                             business law, and study electives such     principles, underwriting and claims.
Graduates of this program can apply to       as sales, international business and
transfer into the Bachelor of Commerce or    entrepreneurship to take your business     This program prepares you to write
receive credit towards a Bachelor of Arts.   career in any direction you choose.        the Insurance Institute of Canada
                                                                                        exams. The curriculum also includes
                                             Choose to exit with a certificate          eight of the 10 courses required by
                                             after completing 10 specified courses      the Insurance Institute of Canada
CAREERS                                      or complete the diploma.                   (IIC) toward the Chartered Insurance
                                                                                        Professional (CIP) designation.
»»   operational manager
»»   project manager
                                             AVIATION
»»   entrepreneur
»»   assistant manager
                                             MANAGEMENT MAJOR
»»   pilot
                                              MacEwan.ca/Management
»»   airline management personnel
»»   claims adjuster
»»   broker                                  In addition to your business courses,
»»   risk management professional            you will complete required aviation and
»»   financial analyst                       ground school training through Transport
                                             Canada-approved training centres.

                                             The following Transport Canada-
                                             approved aviation credentials are
                                             required to receive 15 credits towards
                                             your diploma to graduate: Private
                                             Pilot’s Licence, Instrument Rating,
                                             Commercial Pilot’s Licence, Multi-
                                             Engine Rating OR Instructor Rating.

                                             Choose to exit with a certificate
                                             after completing 10 specified courses
                                             or complete the diploma.
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            BUSINESS

DEGREE
Bachelor of
COMMERCE
 MacEwan.ca/BCom
                                                  ACCOUNTING MAJOR                              INTERNATIONAL
This degree offers world-class                                                                  BUSINESS MAJOR*
instructors, practical experience,                Study financial, management accounting
global perspective and enhanced                   proficiency, and auditing and assurance       This major provides you with the
learning opportunities to give you the            concepts with a focus on analysis—the         skills and knowledge needed to meet
confidence and education needed to                alignment of business performance             the demands of today’s global market.
succeed in the global business world.             measures to the strategic direction           Topics of study may include diversity
                                                  of the organization. Choose financial         and intercultural communications,
Gain a solid understanding in the                 information systems, taxation and             international finance, global politics and
fundamentals – including marketing,
                                                  government and not-for-profit accounting      an additional language.
macroeconomics, accounting, financial
                                                  as alternatives to enhance your studies.
math, analysis and argument – as well as
                                                                                                Tailor your degree to a geographic area
the opportunity to put that knowledge
                                                  This major prepares you for an accounting     or industry that interests you – such
to work by connecting with the business
                                                  professional designation—it covers the        as Asian or European trade – with the
community through case studies,
                                                  competencies required by Chartered            range of electives available and through
networking, independent studies and
                                                  Professional Accountants (CPA), and           one of our international study tours.
international learning opportunities.
                                                  qualifies graduates to enter the CPA’s
                                                  Professional Education Program (PEP).
The co-operative education stream
provides more experience during your                                                            LEGAL STUDIES IN
degree. This competitive program will                                                           BUSINESS MAJOR
place you with prospective employers in
                                                  HUMAN RESOURCES
your industry of study. Please note that by       MANAGEMENT MAJOR                              Develop the skills needed to effectively
completing the co-op stream you will add                                                        manage the legal aspects of business.
                                                  Gain the expertise essential to leading
an extra year of study to your education.
                                                  businesses through a variety of challenges,   This major provides coursework that
                                                  including strategic planning, labour          covers various areas of law, including
This degree not only opens the
                                                  negotiations, employee recruitment            administrative, regulatory, business,
doors to careers within the senior
                                                  and retention and risk assessment.            intellectual property and real estate.
levels of business, it paves the way
for higher learning, preparing you                                                              Other topics of study include ethics,
                                                  This major’s curriculum was developed         international business transactions
for graduate studies like an MBA.
                                                  to align with the Required Professional       and legal issues in the workplace.
                                                  Capabilities as established by Chartered
                                                  Professionals in Human Resources              Please note this major is not part of any
CAREERS                                           Alberta, and graduates can apply              law school curriculum or considered
                                                  to waive the National Knowledge               preparation for law school coursework.
Graduates are employed in:                        Exam (NKE), a primary requirement
                                                  of the CPHR designation.
»»   finance marketing
»»   accounting management                                                                      MANAGEMENT MAJOR*
»»   information systems
»»   human resources                                                                            Develop strong leadership skills and
»»   management                                                                                 become adept in critical thinking, time
»»   international business                                                                     management, conflict resolution and
»»   market research analysis                                                                   communication as part of this well-
»»   trade                                                                                      rounded management degree.
»»   consulting
»»   business development                                                                       This is one of the most flexible majors
                                                                                                within the Bachelor of Commerce,
                                                                                                allowing you to tailor your education
                                                                                                to your own business aspirations.
*Honours degrees are available in these majors.
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                                           You can choose to minor in any
                                           of these disciplines within your
                                           Bachelor of Commerce degree.

                                           School of Business
MARKETING MAJOR                            MINORS
A global perspective and a strong
understanding in all aspects of            »»   accounting
business are integral to building          »»   finance
your marketing skillset.                   »»   human resources management
                                           »»   international business
This major’s curriculum integrates         »»   legal studies in business
marketing into finance, innovation,        »»   management
business planning and organizational       »»   marketing
strategy to give you the advantage         »»   property management
of a broader understanding of the          »»   supply chain management
marketing function and how it relates
to the entire business. Topics of study
may include business-to-business
marketing, research, consumer              Out-of-faculty
behaviour and international marketing.
                                           MINORS
SUPPLY CHAIN                               »»   anthropology
MANAGEMENT MAJOR                           »»   economics
                                           »»   French
Supply chains are everywhere – they        »»   history
are the life cycle of any business and     »»   political science
every product. From raw material to        »»   psychology
final packaging on the retail shelf, the   »»   sociology
ability to coordinate a product’s global   »»   Spanish
journey requires a strong knowledge        »»   statistics
base in purchasing, distribution,
customer relations, global logistics
and e-business. Integrating practical
and theoretical study, you learn
about the intricacies and value
of collaboration among business
partners in the supply chain network.

This dynamic, practical and
comprehensive major provides
you with hands-on experience
and principles of how businesses
should prepare for challenges in
the ever-changing global network.

                                                    Learning doesn’t only happen in the
                                                    classroom. Our students volunteer in the
                                                    community, present at conferences, take
                                                    part in international programs and study
                                                    abroad. These students are earning
                                                    credits while studying in Morocco.
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     DIPLOMA
     HUMAN
     RESOURCES
     MANAGEMENT
      MacEwan.ca/HRManagement

     This program balances general
     management courses and current
     HR-specific training to give you
     the practical and strategic thinking
     skills needed for success.

     You will study industry-specific
     topics such as staffing, compensation,
     benefits, training and development,
     workplace health and safety, and
     change management, along with
     traditional business courses in
     financial accounting, organizational
     behaviour and communications.

     The program is offered evenings and
     weekends to enable HR specialists
     and professionals to teach, and
     most courses are available online
     to provide more flexibility.

     You can complete the diploma or choose
     to exit with a certificate upon completion
     of the first 10 courses. Graduates of
     this program can apply to transfer
     into the Bachelor of Commerce.

     CAREERS
     »»   human resources administrator
     »»   corporate trainer
     »»   employee relations coordinator
     »»   staffing specialist
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DIPLOMA                                         CERTIFICATE
LIBRARY AND                                     OFFICE ASSISTANT
INFORMATION                                      MacEwan.ca/OfficeAssist
                                                                                            ADMINISTRATIVE MAJOR
TECHNOLOGY
                                                This 10-month certificate provides
                                                                                            Learn how to use current software
 MacEwan.ca/LIT                                 a solid foundation and sound
                                                                                            programs to process and manage
                                                understanding of the latest software
                                                                                            information efficiently and to gain
                                                programs, business practices and
Study the tools of the information trade–                                                   experience in performing many
                                                practical hands-on skills with courses
and how to use them–with courses in                                                         complex office functions.
                                                in office technology, office procedures,
computer operating systems, collection
                                                formatting, presentations, major-related
development, organization of special
                                                terminology and communications.
materials and records management.                                                           MEDICAL MAJOR
                                                Specialize by choosing one of three
                                                majors: administrative, medical or legal.
This program rounds out the industry-                                                       Gain a solid foundation in office
specific content with courses in                                                            and unit clerk procedures as well as
                                                A practicum in the final term of the
communications, organizational behaviour                                                    medical terminology, transcription,
                                                program gives an opportunity to put
and customer service to help develop the                                                    medical office procedures and
                                                your classroom learning to work.
critical-thinking and interpersonal skills                                                  patient chart management.
needed for success in this challenging field.

A practicum at the end of the second year                                                   LEGAL MAJOR
will help you solidify classroom learning
                                                CAREERS
and make valuable contacts in the field.        »»   executive assistant                    Become adept with technology,
                                                »»   unit clerk                             understand law office procedures, gain
Graduates of this program can apply to          »»   legal assistant                        a basic knowledge of law and learn how
transfer into the Bachelor of Commerce or       »»   transcriptionist                       to work in time-sensitive situations.
receive credit towards a Bachelor of Arts.      »»   administrative assistant

CAREERS
»»   library/information technician
»»   file/records clerk
»»   reference assistant/technician
»»   researcher
»»   library software/systems specialist
»»   bookstore service personnel
»»   consultant
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     BUSINESS
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DIPLOMA                                     DIPLOMA                                     DIPLOMA
PARALEGAL                                   PUBLIC RELATIONS                            TRAVEL
STUDIES                                      MacEwan.ca/PR                               MacEwan.ca/Travel

 MacEwan.ca/Legal
                                            This 10-month program builds on             Develop the understanding and
                                            your previous education to give you         skills needed to successfully navigate
This diploma prepares you to be a           special focus on skill development          the travel industry. Work on a live
versatile team player with a strong         in research, writing and strategic          reservation system, expand your
theoretical knowledge and practical         communication planning.                     geography knowledge, and hone
understanding of the law.                                                               customer service and sales skills through
                                            Study a variety of topics, including        the combination of travel-focused
From legal terminology to legal             public relations theory, media              courses and hands-on experiences.
procedures, and communications to           relations, internal communications,
computer work, you’ll learn everything      communication technologies and              Get an in-depth look at the world’s most
you need to know to prepare for a career    integrated marketing communications.        important tourist destinations; learn
as a paralegal. Topics of study include     A combination of coursework and             how to deal with a variety of social,
family, criminal and commercial law;        practical experience helps develop skills   cultural and environmental concerns;
civil litigation procedures; commercial     in critical thinking, problem solving,      and develop an understanding of the
and real estate law; technology in the      creativity, communications, writing         evolving travel market and its technology.
law office; and legal terminology.          and working within tight timelines.
                                                                                        A one-month practicum completes this
The program emphasizes hands-on             The practicum in the last term gives        intensive 13-month program, giving you
learning throughout, and the practicum      you a chance to apply newly acquired        the connections and experience you
at the end of year two allows you to        skills in a real-world setting within a     need to succeed in the world of travel.
put your education and skills into          professional organization. Graduates of
practice. Graduates can apply to transfer   this program can apply to transfer into
into the Bachelor of Commerce.              the Bachelor of Communication Studies.
                                                                                        CAREERS
                                                                                        »» travel agent/counsellor/consultant
CAREERS                                     CAREERS                                     »» cruise counsellor
                                                                                        »» reservations or sales agent
Graduates are employed in:                  »»   public affairs officer                    for tour operators
»» legal offices                            »»   communications specialist              »» sales or marketing manager
»» government                               »»   community relations representative     »» hotel/airline customer
»» legal departments of large 		            »»   media spokesperson                        service manager
   corporations                             »»   promotions coordinator
»» trust companies                          »»   editorial assistant
»» real estate companies                    »»   special event coordinator
FACULTY of
 FINE ARTS AND
COMMUNICATIONS
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           FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

DIPLOMA                                     DEGREE
ARTS AND                                    Bachelor of
CULTURAL                                    COMMUNICATION
MANAGEMENT                                  STUDIES
 MacEwan.ca/ArtsManagement                   MacEwan.ca/CommunicationDegree
                                                                                         PROFESSIONAL
This program is for those with a            This degree combines theory and practical    COMMUNICATION MAJOR
passion for arts and culture and            experience to prepare you for success
who want to be part of building and         in the field of communication. You will      This major provides you with the skill
sustaining this dynamic sector.             become proficient in problem solving,        set you need to excel in a variety of
                                            information gathering and research           roles within the communication field.
Unique in Canada, this diploma              literacy; develop a global awareness;
prepares you for administrative             and expand your creative repertoire.         Learn how to manage complex
work in the cultural sector, including                                                   communication processes; research,
museums, galleries, theatres, concert       Choose to major in either professional       plan and deliver key messages and
halls, festivals and more. You will study   communication or journalism when             campaigns; research and write for
arts management essentials such as          you apply and get started in your            specialized audiences; and edit
marketing and resource development;         major during your first year.                and manage publications, improve
financial, project and human resources                                                   communication and understand and
management and media relations.             Years one and two include common             navigate the publishing process.
You’ll complete a field placement that      coursework for both professional
immerses you into an eight-week work        communication and journalism
experience in an area of your choice.       majors that builds a foundation in           JOURNALISM MAJOR
                                            language and composition, visual
This program provides some flexibility      communication, communication theory          This major prepares you for
with online learning and certificate        and research methods. Your minor             a career as a journalist.
exit options, and includes a variety        provides additional scope and depth.
of international opportunities, such                                                     Learn the in-depth writing, research
as study tours to Scotland and a            A capstone field placement gives you         and reporting skills that will make
study abroad term in Finland.               the opportunity to put your knowledge        you a contributing member in a
                                            into practice and to begin building your     newsroom. Options provide training
                                            portfolio of work and network of contacts.   in specific areas of interest, such as
                                                                                         online digital storytelling, feature
CAREERS                                                                                  writing and current affairs reporting.

»» special event coordinator                CAREERS
»» theatre or venue manager
                                                                                         NEW!
»» fundraiser for arts and cultural 		      »» digital and print publication
   organization                                coordinator
                                                                                         PROFESSIONAL
»» public programming manager               »» online news site editor                   COMMUNICATIONS MINOR
   for museums and art galleries            »» newspaper reporter                        Includes courses in professional, strategic
                                            »» radio and television reporter             and technical communication, rhetoric
                                            »» government communications officer         and professional editing.
                                            »» corporate communicator
                                            »» communications generalist for non-
                                               government organizations (NGO)            NEW!
                                                                                         JOURNALISM MINOR
                                                                                         Includes courses in writing, reporting,
                                                                                         interviewing and investigation.
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     FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

                                    Students learn, research and work
                                    together in ways that nurture new
                                    skills, cultivate critical thinking and
                                    feed creativity.
NEW!
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DEGREE                                                                                      DIPLOMA
Bachelor of DESIGN                                                                          FINE ART
 MacEwan.ca/Design                                                                           MacEwan.ca/FineArt
                                                VISUAL COMMUNICATION
This new degree places the applied arts,        DESIGN PATHWAY                              This two-year, university-transferable
design thinking and social sciences at                                                      diploma builds knowledge and experience
the core of your education. You will            This pathway builds on the fundamentals     in and beyond the fundamentals of art
develop the creative, technical and critical    of design with coursework in the liberal    practice as you work with media, concepts
thinking skills required to effectively solve   arts and business. Pathway topics include   and processes in contemporary art.
communication problems.                         branding, advertising, photography
                                                and visual narrative, design in the         Extensive studio time allows you to
Through a combination of hands-on,              3-D environment, research methods,          explore ideas and develop your skills
studio-based coursework, you will acquire       publication design and issues related       in diverse contemporary art forms,
a foundation in drawing, 2-D principles,        to designing in the 21st century.           including drawing, painting, sculpture,
design software, process theory and                                                         installation, performance art, digital art,
history. In years three and four you                                                        video, sound art and emerging forms.
will learn to apply social science and          USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN
business theories and methods to this           PATHWAY                                     A broad range of rigorous studio and
foundation, preparing you to be a versatile                                                 art history classes gives you a solid
designer with the ability to inform your        This pathway builds on the fundamentals     foundation and develops your abilities
work with theory and measure the                of design with coursework in computer       in contemporary art practices through
impact of your proposed solutions.              science, the liberal arts and business.     creative and critical thinking, core skills
                                                Topics include user experience, user        in a variety of media, creative research,
The Visual Communication Design and             interface and interaction design, website   visual language fluency, professional
User Experience Design pathways give            design and development, app prototyping     practice, and the discussion of the
you the opportunity to customize your           and design, start-up practices and          historical, personal, social and global
education based on your interests.              theory, and issues related to a rapidly     issues that influence art practices.
                                                changing technological environment.
           Details on portfolio                                                                        Details on portfolio
           requirements can be found                                                                   requirements can be found
           on the program website.                                                                     on the program website.

                                                                                            CAREERS
CAREERS
                                                                                            »»   artist
»»   graphic designer                                                                       »»   curator
»»   app and game designer                                                                  »»   archivist
»»   brand and advertising designer                                                         »»   art historian
»»   illustrator                                                                            »»   art educator
»»   photographer                                                                           »»   art therapist
»»   user experience designer                                                               »»   gallery and museum preparator
»»   web designer                                                                           »»   illustrator
»»   video and motion graphics designer                                                     »»   media production artist
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              FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

DEGREE
Bachelor of MUSIC
IN JAZZ AND
CONTEMPORARY
POPULAR MUSIC
 MacEwan.ca/Music
                                           COMPOSITION MAJOR                           NEW!
A combination of classroom work,
rehearsals, individual study and
                                                                                       RECORDING AND
                                           This major is an in-depth study of
performance will enable you                composition, film scoring, songwriting,
                                                                                       PRODUCTION MAJOR
to develop your talents into a             arranging and orchestration. This           This major is unique in Canada, giving
career in the music industry.              route also includes private lessons,        you the opportunity to specialize
                                           performance ensembles, music career         in recording and production while
All students apply and audition to         management, music technology,               completing an undergraduate degree.
the four-year degree program with          cultural studies and ethnomusicology.       With a focus on jazz and contemporary
the option to obtain a diploma after
                                                                                       popular music, this major provides
completing the first two years of study.
                                                                                       in-depth studies in recording
                                           PERFORMANCE MAJOR                           engineering and production, acoustics
First-year courses include private
                                                                                       and psychoacoustics, and mastering.
lessons in voice, piano/keyboard, bass,    This major allows you to focus on private
drums and percussion, guitar, wind         lessons and performance ensemble
instruments and strings, music theory      experience. This route also includes
and ear training, and musicology.          arranging, improvisation, music career      NEW!
                                           management, music technology,               MUSIC EDUCATION MINOR
After your first year, you will follow     cultural studies and ethnomusicology.       Includes courses in music education
a major route of study in either                                                       to help bridge to an after degree in
performance, composition, recording                                                    education.
and production or a general major.
                                           GENERAL MAJOR
                                                                                       MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND
             Details on audition           This major offers flexibility in program    PRODUCTION MINOR
             requirements can be found     choice and includes private lessons,        Includes courses in recording and
             on the program website.       performance ensembles, arranging, music     production.
                                           career management, music technology,
                                           cultural studies and ethnomusicology.       MUSIC CAREER
                                                                                       MANAGEMENT MINOR
CAREERS                                    In addition to core studies in jazz and     Includes courses in marketing and
                                           contemporary popular music, you can         business for the musician.
»»   performer
                                           choose to pursue a unique minor in
»»   songwriter
                                           music technology and production or
»»   composer
                                           music career management. Or, combine
»»   arranger
                                           courses from both minors to create
»»   music director
                                           a unique program of study. You can
»»   teacher
                                           also choose from other music option
»»   orchestrator
                                           areas, including songwriting, live
»»   sound designer
                                           sound and performance ensemble.
»»   producer
»»   recording engineer
»»   music administrator
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DIPLOMA                                      DIPLOMA
THEATRE ARTS                                 THEATRE
 MacEwan.ca/TheatreArts                      PRODUCTION
                                              MacEwan.ca/TheatreProduction
This music theatre actor-training
program teaches in a conservatory
atmosphere that gives you the                This diploma is one of the most rigorous
opportunity to learn by doing. Equal         practice-based programs of its kind in
time will be spent studying the three        Canada. You will learn the fundamentals
disciplines of acting, singing and dancing   of lighting, audio, video, scenic painting,
while sharpening your performance            carpentry, sewing and more through
skills in music theatre and plays.           class work, while gaining real-world
                                             experience as a technician working
Topics of study include acting, singing      throughout MacEwan’s theatre season.
and dance technique, voice and speech,
music theory and ear training, music         During this two-year program, you
theatre repertoire, music theatre            will be responsible for executing all
history and play analysis, and audition      aspects of each show’s production
and performance techniques.                  in partnership with professional
                                             technicians, designers and directors.
You will gain marketable skills              This will not only provide valuable
needed to be successful in a difficult       networking opportunities, but offer the
and demanding industry.                      time to develop technical ability, critical
                                             thinking, and problem solving skills in
The Theatre Arts and Theatre Production      a cooperative artistic environment.
programs collaborate yearly to present a
full season of plays open to the public.     The Theatre Arts and Theatre Production
                                             programs collaborate yearly to present a
            Details on audition              full season of plays open to the public.
            requirements can be found
            on the program website.

                                             CAREERS
                                             »»   lighting or audio technician
CAREERS
                                             »»   set, prop or costume builder
»»   theatre actor                           »»   stage manager
»»   musical theatre performer               »»   scenic painter
»»   film roles                              »»   production manager
»»   dancer                                  »»   technical director
»»   TV roles
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     FACULTY of
   HEALTH AND
COMMUNITY STUDIES
44   FACULTY OF
     HEALTH AND COMMUNITY STUDIES

                                    DIPLOMA
                                    ACUPUNCTURE
                                     MacEwan.ca/Acupuncture

                                    This three-year diploma program
                                    prepares you to become a registered
                                    acupuncturist in Alberta.

                                    Study the diagnosis and therapeutic
                                    treatment of a wide variety of
                                    illnesses and disorders in accordance
                                    with the Traditional Chinese
                                    Medicine (TCM) system.

                                    This program provides clinical
                                    practice in the university’s
                                    Acupuncture Teaching Clinic.

                                    The program’s curriculum has the
                                    approval of the College and Association
                                    of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAAA)
                                    and is considered the benchmark for
                                    qualification to write the Pan Canadian
                                    Examination for Acupuncturists in Alberta.

                                    CAREERS
                                    Graduates are employed in:
                                    »» private practice
                                    »» clinics
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DEGREE                                       DIPLOMA                                       DIPLOMA
Bachelor of CHILD                            CORRECTIONAL                                  EARLY LEARNING
AND YOUTH CARE                               SERVICES                                      AND CHILD CARE
 MacEwan.ca/CYC                               MacEwan.ca/Corrections                        MacEwan.ca/EarlyLearning

This four-year degree provides you with      This two-year diploma program                 This two-year diploma program
the foundational skills to offer guidance,   prepares you to work with adults              provides you with the theoretical
support and encouragement to high-           and at-risk youth in all areas of the         foundation and practical skills to
risk children, youth and their families.     Canadian criminal justice system.             become an early childhood educator
                                                                                           (birth to eight years) and advocate for
Specialized child and youth care courses     The program balances courses in law,          young children and their families.
combined with studies in the liberal arts    sociology, psychology and criminology
prepare you to become a well-rounded         with practical skills developed through       Areas of study focus on working with
child and youth care professional.           three field placements in community or        infants, toddlers and young children
                                             institutional criminal justice settings.      including child development, early
You may complete the degree or exit with                                                   learning curriculum, communications
a Child and Youth Care diploma after         Study relevant legislation and correctional   and working with families.
two years.                                   policies and procedures; explore
                                             areas of specialization such as gangs,        The university’s Child Care Lab School
If you have a child and youth care           addictions, mental health and diverse         and field placements provide you with
diploma from another post-secondary          offender populations; and develop             the opportunity to practice your skills.
institution, you may be able to              skills in offender risk assessment,
transfer into this degree program.           counselling and case management.

                                             This program is also available online.        CAREERS
                                             Contact the program for details.
CAREERS                                                                                    Graduates are employed in:
                                                                                           »» child care centres
Graduates are employed in:                                                                 »» pre-kindergarten and kindergarten
»»   group homes
                                             CAREERS                                          programs
»»   youth centres                                                                         »» playschools
                                             Graduates are employed in:                    »» family day homes
»»   mental health centres
»»   family support programs                 »»   prisons                                  »» early intervention programs
»»   community-based programs                »»   correctional centres
»»   schools                                 »»   probation and parole offices
                                             »»   young-offender centres
                                             »»   group homes
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             HEALTH AND COMMUNITY STUDIES

CERTIFICATE                              DIPLOMA
EMERGENCY                                MASSAGE THERAPY
COMMUNICATIONS                            MacEwan.ca/Massage
AND RESPONSE
                                         This two-year diploma program offers
 MacEwan.ca/Emergency                    a comprehensive blend of scientific
                                         theory and clinical practice.
This eight-month certificate program
combines theory with the use of          Gain the knowledge and skills to
communication technology to prepare      practice in a wide range of medical
you to think critically and quickly      and therapeutic environments.
in stressful situations, and respond
to the challenges of the field.          Courses in anatomy, physiology,
                                         kinesiology, pathology and
Courses in emergency communications,     communications prepare you to apply soft
law, psychology, radio communications,   tissue manipulation techniques to treat
emergency planning and document          pain, stress and other physical conditions.
processing prepare you to
successfully evaluate, dispatch and      This program provides clinical practice
coordinate emergency calls.              in the university’s Massage Teaching
                                         Clinic and in off-site practicums.
Develop your practical skills
in the university’s state-of-the-
art communications lab.
                                         CAREERS
Field placement provides an
                                         Graduates are employed in:
opportunity to bridge the gap from
the classroom to the workplace.          »»   clinics
                                         »»   spas
                                         »»   sport centres
                                         »»   hospitals
CAREERS                                  »»   private practice

Graduates are employed in:
»» fire, police and emergency medical
   services (EMS) communication
   centres
»» security organizations
»» transit security departments
»» government
»» hospitals
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     HEALTH AND COMMUNITY STUDIES
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DEGREE                                        DIPLOMA
Bachelor of                                   POLICE AND
PHYSICAL                                      INVESTIGATIONS
EDUCATION transfer                            Increasing criminal sophistication,            INVESTIGATIVE STUDIES
                                              rapid change and evolving technology           MAJOR
 MacEwan.ca/PhysEd                            have created a strong demand for
                                              well-educated professionals in policing,        MacEwan.ca/Investigations
A physical education or kinesiology degree    investigations and public/private security.
provides you with theoretical and practical
                                              Both programs also available through part-     This two-year diploma program
knowledge in a variety of topics including
                                              time study. Contact the program for details.   equips you with the knowledge and
health and well-being, physical activity,
                                                                                             skills to investigate, analyze and act
sport performance and human movement.
                                                                                             using a combination of intuition,
                                                                                             expertise and communication skills.
This two-year transfer program is
designed to meet admission and                CAREERS
                                                                                             Areas of study include risk management,
program requirements for the
                                              Graduates are employed in:                     loss prevention, investigative
Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)
                                                                                             techniques, law, sociology, psychology
at the University of Alberta.                 »» law enforcement
                                                                                             and emergency management.
                                              »» bylaw enforcement
Provided you meet the requisite GPA,          »» private investigations
                                                                                             Two field placements in the second
you may transfer to the University            »» investigative and security agencies
                                                                                             year provide insight into professional
of Alberta or other post-secondary               (private, public and government)
                                                                                             security and investigative environments.
institutions to complete your degree.         »» fraud investigations
                                              »» customs and immigration
                                              »» corporate security
                                                                                             POLICE STUDIES
CAREERS                                                                                      MAJOR

»»   fitness instructor                                                                       MacEwan.ca/Police
»»   recreation coordinator
»»   coach                                                                                   This two-year diploma program provides
»»   exercise therapist                                                                      you with the theory and practical skills
»»   kinesiologist                                                                           needed to become a police officer.
»»   athletic therapist
»»   strength and conditioning specialist                                                    Areas of study include forensic sciences,
»»   exercise physiologist                                                                   investigative techniques, law, emergency
                                                                                             planning, sociology and psychology.

                                                                                             Two field placements in the second year
                                                                                             prepare you for a career in policing.

                                                                                             A fitness test is required for admission
                                                                                             to the Police Studies program.

                                                                                                     Details on the fitness test can be
                                                                                                     found on the program website.
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            HEALTH AND COMMUNITY STUDIES

DEGREE                                       DIPLOMA                                        CERTIFICATE
Bachelor of                                  SOCIAL WORK                                    SPECIAL NEEDS
SOCIAL WORK                                   MacEwan.ca/SocialWork                         EDUCATIONAL
 MacEwan.ca/BSW                                                                             ASSISTANT
                                             This two-year diploma program prepares
                                             you for practice in an increasingly diverse     MacEwan.ca/SpecialNeeds
This degree program provides third- and      society assisting individuals, groups and
fourth-year undergraduate studies, and       communities to reach their full potential.
                                                                                            This eight-month certificate
has a unique focus on sustainability—how
                                                                                            program prepares you to assist
social, environmental and economic issues    Gain a solid understanding and develop
                                                                                            teachers in educational settings.
interrelate and how we fit into the larger   practical skills in the areas of social
community.                                   policy, mental health, addictions and
                                                                                            Gain a solid foundation in theory and
                                             trauma, community practice, and
                                                                                            practical strategies to support classroom
You have the opportunity to focus your       counselling. The program of study also
                                                                                            instructional, behavioural, and social
studies around a number of themes,           includes courses in the social sciences
                                                                                            learning of students with exceptionalities.
including working with children and          such as psychology and sociology.
                                                                                            Areas of study include behaviour support,
families, working with Indigenous
                                                                                            assistive and adaptive technology,
people, health and mental health, and        Supervised field placements give you
                                                                                            professional and ethical practice, child
community social work practice.              the practical experience to prepare
                                                                                            and adolescent development, and
                                             you for professional practice.
                                                                                            language arts and math curricula.
                                             Graduates are eligible to apply to become
                                                                                            A supervised field placement
CAREERS                                      a registered social worker (RSW).
                                                                                            provides the opportunity to apply
Graduates are employed in:                                                                  knowledge and skills in the field.
                                             This program is also available through part-
»»   health/mental health services           time study. Contact the program for details.
                                                                                            This program is also available through
»»   children and family services                                                           part-time evening and distance study
»»   community and human services                                                           – contact the program for details.
»»   social and environmental
     sustainability                          CAREERS
                                             Graduates are employed in:
                                                                                            CAREERS
                                             »»   addictions
                                             »»   child protection                          Graduates are employed in:
                                             »»   mental health
                                                                                            »» schools, kindergarten through
                                             »»   youth                                        grade 12
                                             »»   family                                    »» post-secondary institutions
                                             »»   community outreach                        »» pre-school early intervention
                                                                                               programs
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