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Program Overview

The Religious Studies program at Dalhousie University is an academic discipline that examines the world's religious cultures and expressions, both historical and contemporary. It involves the study of religious institutions, rituals, forms of social organization, theology, philosophy, mythology, and artistic expression.

Program Details

Program Type

The program offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with various options, including:

• Major in Religious Studies
• Double Major in Religious Studies
• Combined Honours in Religious Studies
• Minor in Religious Studies

Faculty and Location

The program is administered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and is located in Halifax.

Program Start

The program starts in September and January.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the minimum academic criteria:

1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
2. Achievement of the minimum average for the program of choice
3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course)

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

• Minimum overall average: 70%
• Academic English 12
• Four additional academic subjects

Financial Information

A university education is a significant financial investment. The program offers competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources to help students explore financial options and develop a plan.

Program Options

The program offers various options, including:

• Bachelor of Arts with Major in Religious Studies
• Bachelor of Arts with Double Major in Religious Studies
• Bachelor of Science with Major, Second Subject in Religious Studies
• BA Combined Honours in Religious Studies
• Bachelor of Science Combined Honours, Second Subject in Religious Studies
• Minor in Religious Studies

What You Will Learn

The program involves the study of religious institutions, rituals, forms of social organization, theology, philosophy, mythology, and artistic expression. Sample courses may include:

Year 1

• Religions of the East
• Judaism, Christianity, and Islam: The Abrahamic Religions

Year 2

• Judaism
• Hinduism
• Death, Dying and the Afterlife in South Asian Religions

Year 3

• Mystics of the Middle East
• The Self and the World in Indian Story
• Vishnu and Krishna the Dark Lord

Year 4

• Christian Theology in Islamic Lands: John of Damascus
• Islamic Philosophy: al-Ghazali
• Philosophy of the Greek Church Fathers

Careers

Those completing the Religious Studies degree often pursue careers within universities and post-secondary educational environments. However, the cultural fluency provided by the program is highly valued in many career environments where effective interaction with the public is necessary. Possible careers include:

• University professor
• Social worker
• Policy advisor
• Public service

Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in Religious Studies or other related humanities and social science disciplines, or a professional program such as law.