Master of Religion and Public Life in Cambridge United States | Harvard University

Throughout human history, religions have served to both motivate and rationalize actions spanning from the most terrible to the most noble. Their impact persists strongly in the early 21st century, defying earlier forecasts that religious influence would diminish alongside the growth of secular democracies and scientific progress.

The Master of Religion and Public Life (MRPL) is a one-year graduate program tailored for seasoned professionals working mainly (though not solely) in secular fields focused on creating positive social change and guided by principles of equitable peace. This degree offers journalists, government leaders, humanitarian workers, teachers, creatives, medical professionals, entrepreneurs, legal experts, and other practitioners the chance to gain comprehensive understanding of religion's multifaceted role in public affairs, enhancing their ability to achieve professional goals within their respective fields.