Program type
Thesis, Course-based
Religions and Cultures (MA)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
2 years
Credits
45 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter
Experiential learning
Internship
Program overview
The Master of Religions and Cultures examines how religion interacts with today’s globalized world. Our seminars and courses allow you to explore a variety of religions and cultures based on your research interests and future career. The research expertise of our faculty spans multiple traditions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity.
Students may focus in their studies and research paper or thesis on intersecting fields such as politics, the arts, media, NGO studies, and women’s and gender studies.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 45 credits.
Please see the Religions and Cultures Courses page for course descriptions.
Religions and Cultures MA (45 credits)
| 3 | credits Core Course:
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| 42 | credits chosen from: MA (Religions and Cultures) with Guided Research Paper Option |
MA (Religions and Cultures) with Thesis Option (42 credits)
| 12 | credits of Elective Courses chosen from: Topics in Judaic Studies (MA) Topics in Religions and Cultures (MA) Normally students may not take more than one 3-credit course outside the Department or University. |
| 6 | credits: |
| 3 | credits: |
| 21 | credits: |
MA (Religions and Cultures) with Guided Research Paper Option (42 credits)
| 15 | credits of Elective Courses chosen from: Topics in Judaic Studies (MA) Topics in Religions and Cultures (MA) Normally students may not take more than two 3-credit courses outside the Department or University. |
| 6 | credits: |
| 3 | credits: |
| 18 | credits: |
Admission requirements
Admission Requirements
- BA or equivalent with high standing in Religious Studies, Judaic Studies or a discipline in the Social Sciences, Humanities, or Fine Arts.
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
FALL
February 1 (Canadian resident)
January 15 (International)
WINTER
September 1 (Canadian resident)
June 1 (International)
SUMMER
n/a
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.
International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Tuition & funding
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.
The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.
Out-of-province students
Get up to $9,251 in special funding for master's programs. Learn more
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Department
Department of Sociology & Anthropology
Faculty
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Department
Department of Religions and Cultures
Faculty
