“Religion is a driving force behind so many of the things we do and events that happen around the world. The Religious Studies faculty at DU understands this and structures its classes accordingly. I have felt both challenged and rewarded by the knowledge I have gained through my coursework and I am grateful for the faculty’s dedication to helping each graduate student successfully pursue his or her individual interests and goals.”
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Department of Religious Studies
What we offer:
• A thorough grounding in critical theory
• A uniquely interdisciplinary approach that allows you to take graduate-level courses across the university
• A highly flexible and customizable degree that includes five areas of specialization and four degree completion options
• A focus on developing practical skills through site visits, service learning, community-engaged research and study-abroad options
• A collaborative working environment where small classes, group learning experiences and close faculty-student interaction are the norm
What can I do with a Master of Arts in Religious Studies? About half of our Master of Arts graduates go on to attend top-tier doctoral programs in religious studies, while others become valuable contributors in careers where critical thinking, cross-cultural analysis and flexible problem-solving are essential, such as business, social work, government and journalism.
Department of Religious Studies
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What sets us apart? Our 45-credit master’s program will ground you in a theoretical, interdisciplinary, flexible study of religion, equipping you to navigate our interconnected world. As you cultivate an understanding of the world’s major religious traditions, you will train to become an expert in your own field of interest. Guided by faculty members who are highly student-centered, you will be encouraged to do research that you find personally and professionally fulfilling.
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Is this program right for you? Whether you are interested in American religious pluralism, international studies, the study of scriptural languages or the philosophy of religion, our students are motivated by a desire to engage with the world and serve the public good, either in a traditional scholarly career or in a private sector or non-profit setting. Students who do well in our program are keen to push back at the edges of knowledge, wherever their futures take them.
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Study with world-class faculty. Our faculty members are internationally known, award-winning scholars, who are deeply committed to the meaningful and enduring mentorship of our students.
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Choose an area of specialization.
• Critical Theory & Religion
• Lived Religions
• Philosophy of Religion
• Religion & International Studies
• Sacred Texts
What other graduate programs do we offer?
• Graduate Certificate in Religious Studies
• Graduate Certificate in Religion & International Affairs
• University of Denver and Iliff School of Theology Joint Ph.D. in Religion “I appreciate how closely the Religious Studies and Philosophy faculty work together to create a holistic experience for people like me who are interested in the intersection of religion, philosophy, politics and critical theory. Any motivated student can pursue knowledge as far as they desire without being bound to a single confessional faith, as many seminaries and religious studies programs are.” ~ Mason Davis, M.A. in Religious Studies