Religious Studies (BA in Religion)

The Religious Studies major provides in-depth study of religious traditions, spiritualities, and experiences within a variety of historical, cultural, and social contexts. Courses expose students to diverse worldviews and interdisciplinary methods. Consultation with a department advisor is expected.

Required Credit Hours: 31

Core Requirements:

(RELG 201 is not required for the major.)

RELG 391 - Theory and Method in the Study of Religion Credits: (4)
* which students may take in their Junior year or Senior year

Major Writing Requirement:

Students can fulfill the Major Writing Requirement by completing RELG 391 with a C- grade or better.

4 Courses From Group A:

RELG 210 - Introduction to the History of Christianity Credits: (3)
RELG 211 - Introduction to the History of Jewish Thought Credits: (3)
RELG 212 - Introduction to Islam Credits: (3)
RELG 213 - Introduction to Hinduism Credits: (3)
RELG 214 - Introduction to Buddhism Credits: (3)
RELG 215 - History of Religion in East Asia Credits: (3)

2 Courses from Group B:

RELG 203 - History and Religion of Ancient Israel Credits: (3)
or RELG 204 - Christian Origins Credits: (3)
RELG 221 - Religion and Ethics Credits: (3)
RELG 222 - Religion in North America Credits: (3)

Additional Requirements:

2 additional courses in the 300 or 400 range
RELG 201 - Religions of the World: The Human Religious Experience - Credits: (3) or 1 additional course in Religious Studies at any level