Religion University of Toronto

Overview

The Religion programme at the University of Toronto offers a multidisciplinary environment for students to engage in advanced research and academic publication. This Master of Arts degree consolidates extensive faculty expertise and curricular resources from across various departments and colleges to provide a truly holistic educational experience.

Students benefit from a curriculum that embraces humanistic, historical, and social scientific methodologies. The department encourages an interdisciplinary approach, allowing individuals to tailor their studies to match their specific research interests and professional goals within the field of religious studies.

Why Religion at the University of Toronto?

The university provides an unparalleled breadth of resources, drawing from a vast network of affiliated colleges and departments. This structure enables students to access any university resource that supports their specific area of inquiry, ensuring a rich and well-supported research environment.

The department is recognised for its diverse research fields, ranging from the anthropology of religion to the study of specific traditions such as Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism. This breadth of expertise ensures that students are mentored by leading scholars across a wide spectrum of religious and cultural contexts.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 31870 per year
• National fee: CAD 7370 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around several core research fields. Modules and areas of study may include:

• Anthropology of Religion
• Buddhist Studies
• Global Christianities
• Islamic Studies
• Jewish Studies
• Philosophy of Religion
• Religion, Culture & Politics
• Religions of the Americas & Turtle Island
• South Asian Religions

Careers with Religion

Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for a variety of professional paths that require deep cultural literacy and analytical skills. Many students progress to doctoral-level research, while others find success in sectors such as international relations, community organisation, and education.

The rigorous training in historical and social scientific methods equips graduates to work in diverse environments where understanding complex belief systems and cultural dynamics is essential. The programme's focus on research and publication also provides a strong foundation for careers in journalism and public policy.