Concordia University of Edmonton
Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies Concentration
Edmonton, Canada
BA
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
CAD 28,351 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Concordia’s Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies program introduces students to the critical study of major world religions while developing their reasoning and communication skills. Religious Studies takes a deeper look at history, foundational texts, and competing views on the human condition and the meaning of life through the lens of diverse eras and societies.
At Concordia University of Edmonton, you will have the opportunity to study both Christianity and other world religions. The study of religion develops a student’s research ability, critical thinking, and both written and communication skills, and also provides an interdisciplinary foundation related to other disciplines.
It also examines the cultural impacts of the various sacred traditions. Students gain an appreciation of the transformative power and importance of religion from multifaceted angles, and also grasp their deep historical roots and the ways in which religious studies intersect with other disciplines.
When you come to Concordia University of Edmonton, you will master the skills, garner the knowledge, and create the connections you need to secure a job, discover the world, and build your future.
Foundation Courses
- 6 credits chosen from
- Western Religious Traditions
- Eastern Religious Traditions
- Greek & Roman Mythology
Sacred Texts & Traditions
- 3 credits chosen from
- Old Testament Literature
- New Testament Literature
- 3 credits chosen from
- Indigenous Spiritualities
- Hinduism
- Sikhism
- Cults and New Religious Movements
- Sacred Texts of the East
- The Historical Literature of the Old Testament
- The Poetic Literature of the Old Testament
- Ancient Near Eastern Religions
- Life & Teachings of Jesus in the Gospels
- Studies in the Pauline Literature
Culture, Society & Religion
- 6 credits chosen from
- Mental Health & Religion
- Christianity and Culture from the Classical Mediterranean to the Modern World
- Violence & Religion
- Greek and Roman Religions
- Biblical Archaeology
- The Rise of Western Christendom
- Theology of Luther
- Women in the Bible and Early Christianity
- Work Integrated Learning in Religious Studies
Meaning & Religion
- 6 credits chosen from
- Death & Afterlife
- Science and Religion
- Faith and Reason
- Religion and the Paranormal
- Special Topics in World Religions: Sacred Space and Pilgrimage
- Special Topics in World Religions: Ethics in World Religions
- Mysticism and Meditation in World Religions
- Magic and the Occult
- Contemporary Issues in Religious Ethics
Senior Seminar
- Topics in Religious Studies
Unspecified:
- 0–6 credits chosen from
- unspecified POPC courses,
- unspecified senior-level REL courses
In addition to the above, students must complete:
- 6 credits of courses offered by the Departments of Social Sciences and/or Psychology
- 6 credits of courses in the Faculty of Science
In addition to the above, students must present:
- Undergraduate Academic Integrity Training
Permissible minors: All minors listed in section 10.6 except Religious Studies.
A minimum of 6 credits in English, 6 credits in Philosophy, 3 credits in Fine Arts, and 3 credits in Classics is recommended.
Associated careers include, but are not limited to, humanitarian and church related work, education, non-profit, journalism, fine arts, law, and politics.