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Religious convictions and cultural perspectives address core elements of human life: wellness, disease and mortality, intimacy, societal expectations, authority structures, interpersonal connections, and existential purpose. In our globally connected era, genuinely honoring and comprehending diverse spiritual and cultural perspectives holds remarkable significance. Cultivating awareness of varied traditions and principles enables you to interact as a worldly individual while reflecting on personal and collective biases. For aspiring change-makers, the Religions and Cultures programs could be an ideal fit
Concordia's religious studies approach celebrates cultural, gender, and orientation diversity while prioritizing practical experience. Students explore sacred sites and engage with Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist communities throughout Montreal. The curriculum also offers chances to learn globally spoken languages.
Cegep Students: No specific courses are required beyond a DEC. Additional Requirements: Letter of intent outlining the purpose and reason for selecting this program/discipline is needed when applying to Honours. Minimum Cut-off Averages: Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs. Quebec Cegep (CRC): DEC (Honours: 28.000); Canadian High Schools: 70 per cent (Honours: 85 per cent); U.S. High Schools: 2.5 (Honours: 3.3); University Transfers: C (Honours: B+); International Bacc. (IB): 27 (Honours: 33); Bacc. Français: 11/20 (Honours: 14/20). Make sure you also meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements. Quebec: You must complete a two-year, pre-university program or a three-year professional DEC (Diplome detudes collegiales). CRC minimum requirements for admission vary between 19.000 and 30.000; however, based on space availability, students below this average may be considered. Other parts of Canada: You must be a high school graduate, depending on which province you are from. Applicant from other countries must have the requirements equivalent to Canada. English language requirements: Direct Admission: TOEFL (paper-based) score between 540 and 576. Conditional Admission: TOEFL (paper-based) score between 505 and 539; MELAB minimum score of 74, 2 on speaking tests; CAEL minimum score of 50; CAE minimum score of C; CPE (advanced qualification for proficient users only) minimum score of C.