Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies

Enrollment Advisory Group - Manhattan College

USA,New York

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48 Months

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CAD 48,660/year

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CAD 75 FREE

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USA, New York

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1853

Total Students: 3,894 +

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4513 Manhattan College Pkwy, Bronx, NY 10471, United States

Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies

Program Overview

The field of religious studies explores religious beliefs, behaviors and institutions across cultures. It is a journey through the liberal arts that combines the study of philosophy, literature, history, sociology and fine arts.

What Will You Learn?
As a religious studies major, you will learn to:

  • Understand and appreciate the world's diverse religious traditions
  • Read and interpret literature
  • Look at developments over time
  • Examine how religion functions in society and impacts social thought
  • Interpret the messages that human beings communicate to one another
  • Be a critical thinker
  • Communicate effectively with diverse groups of people

What Will You Do?
Because religious studies combines many different fields of knowledge, career opportunities are vast. Research and surveys show that employers look for smart, conscientious, engaged graduates with the type of skills honed in religious studies.

Some people choose to work in nonprofits or social services, where they feel they have a chance to make a personal impact. Others work in media, business, law or in education, where there are opportunities to teach and share information.