Hamilton,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Religious Studies (Thesis) in Hamilton Canada | McMaster University
McMaster University
|
Hamilton Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
17,096
(c. USD12,431.25)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Understanding religion is vital for comprehending society, and our Religious Studies Department conducts extensive research spanning both Asian and Western traditions in their historical and contemporary forms.
Since 1964, we've provided graduate programs examining religious phenomena and human spiritual experiences across cultures and time periods. Our department maintains no religious affiliations; instead, we foster respectful understanding of global faith traditions through open inquiry, critical analysis, and well-reasoned evaluation. We employ diverse methodological approaches—including philosophical, philological, literary, historical, and social scientific perspectives—to study religious phenomena.
Research Focus Areas
Asian Studies (Buddhism, East Asian Religions)
Biblical Studies (Ancient Judaism, Early Christianity)
Western Religions (Faith and Politics, Religion in Social Sciences)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Honours Bachelor or equivalent in Religious Studies
Language Requirements
Applicants are required to submit evidence of their proficiency in the English language as part of their application. The most common evidence is a score on one of the following exams:
 
Tuition
CAD
17,096