Who or what is the divine? What does it mean to be human? How do spiritual beliefs shape our world? In the Religious Studies program offered by the University of Waterloo, you’ll examine how religions have influenced politics, economics, culture, art, science, and society throughout history — and continue to do so today.
Religious Studies, B.A.
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Overview
Tailor your Religious Studies degree offered by the University of Waterloo to your passions. We offer more than 100 undergraduate courses covering the religions of the world, Jewish studies, Christian traditions, and religious culture and society. Thanks to strong links with the Department of Religion and Culture at neighbouring Wilfrid Laurier University, you’ll have access to even more learning opportunities.
You’ll graduate equipped with the multicultural understanding, critical thinking skills, and historical knowledge to succeed in a variety of careers. And, if you take the co-op stream, up to two years of work experience on your resume.
Sample co-op job titles
- Internship programme
- Technical analyst
- Junior risk officer
- English facilitation assistant
- Business coordinator
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 36 months
- Credits 90 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- World Religions and Politics
- Death and Dying
- Sex and the World Religions
- Atheism, Skepticism, and Free Thought
- Critical Encounter with Human Nature
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
90The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
- We recommend completing the Admission Information Form once you've applied. (online)
Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including:
- Any Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of 70% is required)
Tuition Fee
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35300 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 35300 CAD per year and a duration of 36 months. -
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7200 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7200 CAD per year and a duration of 36 months.
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Living costs for Waterloo
- 810 - 1450 CAD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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