Program Overview
The Religion & Culture at University of Saskatchewan is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 Religion & Culture programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Saskatoon, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Religion & Culture 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
- The Hindu Universe - Hindu Resouce Centre
- International Society for Krishna Consciousness
- Sanskrit Web: Sanskrit fonts and texts
- Hinduism
- The Journal of Buddhist Ethics - excellent online journal
- Karma Kagyu Buddhist Centers
- Soka Gakkai International-USA
- The Tibetan Studies Virtual Library
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- A four-year Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Honours or equivalent, with significant exposure to religious traditions of the East and the West along with some familiarity with the methodological and thematic issues involved in academic study of religion. Students with a degree in a cognate subject with a limited background in the discipline may be admitted as probationary students with the requirement to do some supplemental work
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (e.g. 60 credit units)
- Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research.
- International applicants must meet the English proficiency requirements set forth by the College of Graduate Studies and Research.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Feb, 2027
About University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Canada
public university in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
