Program Overview
The Religious Studies at Southern Methodist University is a MA programme in Humanities, 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 States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Dallas, United States, United States
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
- Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
- New Testament
- History of the Christian Tradition
- Religion and Culture
- Religious Ethics
- Systematic Theology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed online application, available August 15-December 31 (we only accept applications in the fall of every year)
- $75 application fee
- Statement of purpose, usually one single spaced page
- An official transcript from each school of higher education attended
- Three statements of reference
- Writing sample, 10-20 pages
- Official GRE score report (SMU institution code: 6660; department/major field code for Religious Studies: 2904) - we accept scores up to five years old
- International students must submit an official TOEFL score report unless they have received a degree from a US university or seminary
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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Dallas, United States
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