Overview

This Theology and Religious Studies program from Saint Mary's University brings together two complementary, interdisciplinary programs, Theology (AST) and Religious Studies (SMU). Graduate students will experience a diverse and rich field of expertise in the study of religion.

Students at Saint Mary's University have a unique opportunity to explore and articulate the relationship between Theology and Religious Studies as the fields have evolved both within Canada and internationally.

Key Features

The program is committed to enabling students to study diverse religious communities as they exist in the Maritimes, in Canada and around the world.

Students may pursue a thesis based M.A. designed to qualify for admission to doctoral programs or a course-only program designed for students wishing to develop theoretical and applied skills to work within churches and other religious institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Theory and Methods Seminar

Thesis in Theology and Religious Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 13 other Masters in Christian Studies in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants may apply to either the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research at Saint Mary’s University or to Atlantic School of Theology.

Students applying to Saint Mary’s University meet the general admission requirements and follow the procedures of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research as outlined in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar.

Applicants must have an Honours B.A. in Religious Studies or Theology, or a first degree in Theology (Masters in Divinity, for example), or their equivalent, from an AUCC accredited university or a similarly recognized institution.

Students may be admitted on a full-time or part-time basis (also see “Full-time versus Part-time Status” in the Graduate Academic Calendar).

Tuition Fee

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International

16751 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16751 CAD per year during 12 months.
National

7564 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7564 CAD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Halifax

1235 - 1956 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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