About Massage Therapy in Mount Royal University
Massage Therapy
Prepare for your new career as a massage therapist. Learn relaxation and therapeutic massage techniques along with subjects that include anatomy, physiology, pathology, business and research. Hands-on training is a key component of the program; from the student-run practicum clinic to off-site community outreaches, you will gain valuable experience working with a variety of clients and conditions in a supervised setting.
The Mount Royal Advantage
Train to the highest standards nationally
Earn a university credential with curriculum that exceeds the Inter-Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry-to-Practice.
Experience campus life
Benefit from small class sizes, a tight-knit student community, expert instructors and a dedicated program team while experiencing the amenities and services of a university.
Gain real-life clinical experience
Apply your skills on a variety of clients in our student practicum clinic.
Learn in specialized facilities
Practise in our classrooms designed for massage therapy instruction, complete with massage tables, privacy curtains and ceiling-mounted cameras for practical demonstrations.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.5 (min. 5.0 on each band).
- TOEFL : 83 (min. 20 in each of four sections)
- PTE : 58 (min. 55 in each area)
Mount Royal University Highlights
Institution type |
Public |
Location |
Calgary, Alberta |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1910 |
Program Type |
Bachelor’s, certificate, diploma, transfer, CSL |
No. of students |
14,562 |
No. of campuses |
1 |
On campus accommodation |
Available |
Intake seasons |
Fall, Spring and winter |
Cost of attendance |
CAD 35,900 |
Financial aid |
Scholarships |
Mount Royal University International Students - Program Tuition/Costs
International applicants are responsible for all program and living costs while studying at Mount Royal University.
Here are the estimated costs you can expect:
Estimated Expenses * |
Living on Campus |
Tuition/fees for International Students ** |
$22,460 - $24,250 |
Books/Supplies |
$1,500 |
Residence/Rent |
$6,000 |
Transportation |
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition and fees |
Living Expenses and Spending Money |
$6,500 |
TOTAL |
$36,450 - $38,250 Canadian Dollars |