Overview

About the History of Religions program at University of Toronto

The History of Religions program at University of Toronto situates religion in its historical and socio-political contexts as part of the interplay of forces that constitute the story of humankind, and acknowledges the role of religion in shaping and being shaped by that story. Its approach often involves (but is not limited to) the study of particular religious traditions, the comparative study of religion, and the study of the religious dimension of human experience and of common historical phenomena. Its subject includes all religions throughout the world, from ancient times to the present day.

The History of Religions is therefore an excellent preparation for living and working in a cosmopolitan and multiconfessional world. As an academic subject, it is intrinsically rewarding and can lead to graduate work in a variety of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. It also provides the reading, writing, and analytical skills demanded by a wide range of careers in ministry, government, business, library and museum science, law, teaching, journalism, and community services, such as counselling and social services.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Worlds Colliding: The History and Ecology of Exploration, Contact, and Exchange

Muslim Lives, Ritual Practices
Magic, Astrology, and Religion

Reel Religion
Visions and Revelations
Religion and Violence

Religion and the Senses in South Asia

Advanced Topics in Religion, Media, and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

89

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

History Theology and Religious Studies View 50 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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89

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65

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

All applicants are required to present a senior level/Grade 12 English course for admission consideration
An International Baccalaureate Diploma, including English HL or SL is required for admission
English is the language of instruction and examination at U of T, and success in our degree programs requires a high level of English language proficiency.

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Tuition Fees

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63570 CAD / year

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6100 CAD / year

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1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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Overview

About the History of Religions program at University of Toronto

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

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