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The Honors Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies provides comprehensive instruction in religious research methodologies and enables specialization in one of three program tracks: Spiritual Traditions and Cultures; Faith, Governance, and Public Affairs; or Ancient Religious Systems. Consult the program requirements for specific courses in each concentration. You'll explore how religious expression interacts with other human endeavors while developing critical analytical skills for examining these connections—abilities highly valued across numerous professions. This degree prepares students for advanced studies in religious scholarship.
Generally, to be admitted to an undergraduate program, you have to meet the following criteria:
• You have obtained or are in the process of obtaining your secondary school diploma or your country’s equivalent diploma.
• You are registered in or have passed at least five courses at the highest secondary school level available to you.
• You are completing all the prerequisites for the program you are applying for. You must complete all prerequisite courses for a program at the highest secondary school level available to you, unless otherwise indicated.
English language requirements:
TOEFL Internet-based (IBT) - 86
IELTS - 6.5
CAEL - 70
PTE - 60
These are the scores required for direct entry admission without any language conditions. Depending on your test results, you may receive a conditional admission offer either requiring that you enrol in one or two ESL courses during your first year or that you enrol and successfully complete our English Intensive Program (EIP).