Major in the Study of Religions

What can I do with a major in the Study of Religions:

• You can contribute to public life as an informed and engaged person.
• You can bring your critical thinking skills to a wide range of careers. Many transferable skills such as analyzing and synthesizing data, research, communication skills, and critical thinking are associated with this degree.
• A religion major contributes to careers in social work, psychology, facilitation, NGO work and journalism, as well as religious vocations.
• A religion major equips students with an understanding of global issues and trends in both historical and contemporary contexts. This understanding of multicuturalism and interculturalism is valued by a wide variety of employers in many industries including education, government, and business.
• Student who seek international careers may find that the study of religions provides a good background in global issues.
• An undergraduate degree prepares students for professional and graduate study in business, law, medicine, counseling, higher education, and other fields.