University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Religious Studies

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Program Information

School:University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Religion/Religious Studies
Description:Programs in Religious Studies are governed by an Advisory Council with representatives from multiple Departments in the Faculty of Arts and beyond. The programs are administered by the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies, established in 2003 to provide administrative support to interdisciplinary programs in the Faculty of Arts. Information on the programs, and contact information for the Graduate Coordinator, are available from the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies.
URL:Religious Studies at University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Areas of Research:The religious traditions of antiquity, biblical studies, history of Christianity, Islamic Studies,
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)
Careers:Ministers of ReligionProfessional Occupations in Religion

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    At minimum, applicants require an appropriate previous degree or its academic equivalent from an academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta with a 3.1 GPA on a 4.0 scale on the most recent two years of full-time study.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 580] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Application Notes : A GRE test score may be required.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    Transcripts and a writing sample are also required.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 05, 2022