Program Overview
The Religious Studies at University of Chicago is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Religious Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Religious Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Registration for, and completion of, a minimum of nine courses. Students may be enrolled for no more than the equivalent of 3 academic years.\', \'Satisfactory completion of the course "Introduction to the Study of Religion."\', \'Satisfactory completion (B- or above) of courses in at least three areas of study in at least two of the committees of the faculty. Students should consult with the Dean of Students and their faculty advisor concerning an appropriate range of course work that meets this requirement.\', \'Completion of a one-hour oral examination based on a paper that represents the student\\x92s interests in the study of religion. This document is normally the revised version of a paper the student wrote to complete the requirements of a course.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants to master\'s level programs are not required either to have majored or to have done concentrated work in religious studies during their undergraduate course of study, although broad training in the liberal arts is expected.
- Students from the United States who do not have a BA degree or its equivalent, or who come from an unaccredited institution, should write to the Dean of Students of the Divinity School concerning eligibility for admission.
- All students from outside the United States should contact the Dean of Students in sufficient time to determine eligibility and to complete the application process.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 4,055 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chicago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Chicago, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2008-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months