Overview
Comparative Religion from Western Michigan University designed for those who, whether they are religious or not, want to know more about religion, the role and significance of religion in societies today and in the past, and the ways in which academics think about and analyze religion and related concepts.
Graduates with Comparative Religion from Western Michigan University will be able to:
- Examine the concept of religion as well as specific religions from around the world and throughout history.
- Analyze religion as a part of culture and in relation to other parts of culture.
- Study components of religions like myths, rituals, doctrines and institutions.
- Compare, evaluate and employ academic definitions and theories of religion.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Comparative Religion Professional Seminar
- Theory and Method
- Pedagogy: Teaching World Religions
- Advanced Writing Seminar in Religion
- Historical Studies in Religion
- Comparative Studies in Religion
- Readings in Religion
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
For those not seeking a graduate assistantship: consideration is ongoing up to the beginning of the fall semester.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Ethnic Studies Religious Studies & Theology View 149 other Masters in Ethnic Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Copy of passport identification page
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended or are attending, including diplomas, examination results, mark sheets and certificates
- $100 non-refundable application fee
- Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance
- A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required;
- This program requires three recommendations
- Please prepare a statement
- Please submit a writing sample of 10 to 15 pages.
Tuition Fee
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International
34815 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1055 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
34815 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1055 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
23199 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 703 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Kalamazoo
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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