Program Overview
The Religious Studies at Wake Forest University 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 States 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Winston-Salem, 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
- Judaism, Christianity, Islam.
- Hinduism, Buddhism, South Asian Religions; East Asian Religions (China & Japan).
- Near Eastern Languages and Literature, Hebrew Bible; Ancient Near East, Greco-Roman World.
- Early, Medieval, & Modern Christianity.
- Christian Mysticism, African Christianity, American Religious Traditions, Evangelical Christianity.
- Contemporary Native American Culture & Religions
- African Religions
- Comparative Religion
- Religion and Law
- Historical Studies
- Ritual Studies
- Linguistic Studies
- Archaeological Studies
- Textual Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Ethnography
- Gender & Feminist Studies
- Ethics
- International Human Rights
- Psychology and Religion
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Statement of Interest
- Official Transcript
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- GRE Test Scores
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 36,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wake Forest University 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 Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, United States
Wake Forest University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date ID 1844
- Language English
- Duration 12 months