Program Overview
The Religion at University of Toronto 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 Religion 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Religion 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
- World Religions
- History
- Sociology of religion
- Anthropology of Religion
- Psychology of religion
- Literary criticism
- Philosophy of religion
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Certified transcripts of all previous post-secondary study, submitted in sealed envelopes from the originating institution. If an institution will not give transcripts to the student, the applicant should ask the institution to send the transcripts directly to the Department.
- A statement (two pages maximum) of proposed study. For M.A. applicants, this should be a succinct statement of an intended topic or area of graduate study, a summary of preparatory training in appropriate theories, methods, and languages, and an indication of why the Department for the Study of Religion is a suitable place for the intended area of study.
- A brief academic CV, with details of education, awards, and other information of academic interest.
- A sample of written work of under 20 pages.
- Three reference letters.
- English Facility Requirement
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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