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Religious Studies Bachelor of Arts

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Alberta

Program Overview

Religious Studies is the critical study of religion: its history, its ideas and principles, and its function in societies past and present. Students examine a variety of religions and perspectives from a non-denominational perspective. You ll delve into the philosophies and writings of some of the most influential religious figures of all time; study biblical languages and original texts; investigate the roles of religion in modern society; and analyze religious thought and expression in history, politics, literature, art and music.

Program Key Stats

$24362 (Annual cost)



51 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.5
35
80

1200
6.5
86

Additional Information & Requirements

Official copy of high school certificate/diploma, transcripts of grades. English Language Proficiency: TOEFL iBT: 90 OR IELTS (Academic): 6.5 OR CAEL (paper) / CAEL CE (computer): 70 OR CanTEST: 4.5 OR CAE: 180 OR CPE: 180 OR MELAB: 85 OR PTE (Academic): 59. Spoken English Proficiency: TOEFL: 26 OR IELTS (Academic); 7.5 OR SPEAK Test: 50 OR Six full-time years of education in English in Canada or the equivalent in another country where English is the principal language (excluding ESL): If secondary education is the highest level completed or if combination of secondary and post-secondary education is used; Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent).

Career Options

  • International work
  • National Security
  • Non-governmental organization (NGO) worker
  • Public Policy Maker
  • Social Worker

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