Religious Studies University of Regina

Overview

The Religious Studies programme at the University of Regina offers a comprehensive academic exploration of religious traditions, texts, and cultural expressions from across the globe. Students engage with historical, social scientific, and humanistic approaches to understand how belief systems shape human history and modern identity. This degree provides a neutral platform to analyse religion as a powerful force in politics, ethics, and everyday life.

Why Religious Studies at the University of Regina?

The University of Regina is recognised for its innovative curriculum that challenges traditional expectations of the field, including unique courses on pop culture and the supernatural. Students benefit from small class sizes and direct support from expert faculty members. The programme also offers experiential learning through Arts Co-operative Education, allowing students to alternate academic terms with paid work placements in government, business, or community organisations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 1094 per credit
• National fee: CAD 551 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Ghosts, Monsters and Demons
• Japanese Religions
• Cults or New Religious Movements
• Religion, Spirituality and Health
• Sex and Sexualities in Religion
• Origins of Modern Antisemitism and the Holocaust

Careers with Religious Studies

Graduates of the Religious Studies programme are equipped with adaptable skills in research, cross-cultural communication, and ethical analysis. These abilities prepare students for diverse professional paths in both the public and private sectors.

The programme also serves as a strong foundation for advanced graduate studies or professional degrees in public policy and law, supported by dedicated faculty mentorship at the Honours level.