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Religion has always played a crucial role in shaping cultures throughout history. Examining religion's influence provides valuable insights into historical turning points and contemporary global discussions. The scholarly approach to religion neither confirms nor disputes any faith's doctrines, but rather explores religion as a cultural manifestation - its nature, purpose, and mechanisms. The Religion Master's Degree Program teaches the principles of academic research and analysis, empowering you to contribute fresh perspectives to ongoing scholarly discourse about religion's significance.Through this graduate program, you will:Explore the historical roots, core doctrines, and worship traditions of world religions.
Gain insight into religion's impact on politics, economics, and culture through various historical and social lenses.
Acquire analytical skills for rigorous academic examination.
Develop expertise in interpreting primary and secondary sources to formulate your own academic perspectives on religious matters.
Master the principal methodologies scholars use to investigate religious practices.
Hone your ability to articulate ideas with clarity, academic rigor, and innovative thinking.
Prior to enrolling in any degree-applicable courses, you must possess a 4-year regionally accredited US bachelor’s degree or its foreign equivalent. Foreign bachelor’s degrees must be evaluated for equivalency.
We require a current official transcript (i.e., a transcript issued directly from the school to our office) from each college or university from which you have earned a degree.
3.0 GPA- Earn the required cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 (equivalent to a grade of B) or higher from all Harvard courses.