Program Overview

Microprogramme in Psychedelic Studies and Spirituality

The Microprogramme in Psychedelic Studies and Spirituality is situated at the intersection of several disciplines, including religion, psychology, anthropology, and health. It involves the examination of the spiritual, ritual, and therapeutic uses of psychedelics and other states of consciousness, across cultures and throughout history. Medicinal plants have been an essential part of human ritual and religious traditions for millennia. Their ability to evoke feelings of empathy and gratitude, as well as to bring about increased sense and insight, has made them important tools for human spirituality and well-being, and has led to a renewed scientific interest in recent years.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must hold a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Program Requirements

The 9 credits of coursework correspond to the following three courses:

• SRS 5108: Psychedelics: Interdisciplinary Survey of Psychedelic Studies (3 credits)
• SRS 5109: Psychedelics, Politics and Harm Reduction (3 credits)
• SRS 5110: Sacred Plant Medicines and Spirituality (3 credits)

Recognition of Credits

The 9 credits from the Microprogramme in Psychedelic Studies and Spirituality will be recognized towards the master's and doctoral degrees in Religious Sciences.

Program Details

Students who wish to enroll in the Microprogramme in Psychedelic Studies and Spirituality must contact the program director. To follow the microprogramme without being enrolled in a graduate program, students must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae
• Copy of all transcripts from universities attended