MA in Religion and Public Life in Ottawa Canada | Carleton University

Carleton University | Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 19,673
(c. USD14,146.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The Master of Arts in Religion and Public Life examines the societal and political dimensions of religion through comparative, historical, and modern lenses. This program explores religious studies and public affairs from both national and global viewpoints. Although centered on religion, the degree naturally incorporates interdisciplinary methods in its examination of the subject.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Admission Requirements -
4-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Religion/Religious Studies or cognate discipline
Minimum B+ (77%) average overall
Transcript(s) - All undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required.
Letters of Reference - Two (2) are required

Statement of Intent -
One (1) is required. This statement should:
be 500-750 words total in length and indicate your general area(s) of interest and possible direction of your major research paper.

include a 200-250 word elaboration of your study plan in dialogue with Bruce Lincoln's classic Theses on Method in order to illustrate your comprehension of theoretical issues central to the academic study of religion.

IELTS - Overall 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each band).
TOEFL iBT - 86 (20 in reading and listening, 22 in speaking and writing)
TOEFL PBT - overall score of 580.

Tuition CAD 19,673

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