The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies at American University offers you a comprehensive exploration of how religion shapes global societies, cultures, and individual lives. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students who are curious about the diverse religious traditions of the world and their complex interactions with ethics, politics, and social movements. You will delve into foundational concepts and advanced topics, developing critical analytical skills to understand religion's pervasive influence across historical periods and contemporary contexts. This program equips you to engage thoughtfully with the multifaceted role of religion in the modern world.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, guiding you through core requirements and specialized concentrations such as Religion, Culture, and Politics, or Religious Ethics and the Body. You will engage with key methodologies in the study of religion, potentially including internships for practical experience and a capstone project to synthesize your learning. Through coursework in global religious ethics and philosophy of religion, you will develop advanced research and critical thinking abilities. You will graduate prepared for diverse postgraduate studies or careers in fields like diplomacy, education, non-profit work, and public service.