Religious Studies*

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Description
Explore religious traditions around the world while examining human interactions within and among those traditions. Develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of various cultures, both of which will accompany and enrich any degree you're currently pursuing.

The concentration in religious studies engages students in a comparative exploration of religions and cultures. This exploration leads to a deeper understanding of human nature, religious traditions and the roles that religion plays in a pluralistic and globalizing world.

Students may pursue the concentration in religious studies with regional, national, hemispheric, global and a variety of thematic emphases.

Requirements

  • Students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours including 12 of upper division hours for this concentration.
  • Students must complete a minimum of 6 upper division hours in courses offered by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
  • All courses must be completed with a grade of ā€œCā€ (2.00) or higher.
  • M - Course transfer equivalent available from Maricopa County Community College District, details are provided on the Transfer Information tab.
  • Students are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor in the School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies in order to create a cohesive and comprehensive program of study.

 Core 3 Hours

REL 101 Religion, Culture and Public Life, (HUAD) (3) (Required) 

Electives 15 Hours Required, 12 hours are required to be upper division.
Select in consultation with an advisor.

Any REL 100M
Any REL 200M
Any REL 300
Any REL 400

YEAR

2025-26

CAMPUS

Online

ADVISING

Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
cisa.asu.edu/advising
All appointments:
480-965-4464

Downtown Phoenix
Arizona Center, Suite 380

Polytechnic
Santa Catalina Hall

Tempe
Urban Systems Engineering

Online
480-965-4464

DARS CODE

LARELEMPH

COLLEGE/SCHOOL

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CONCENTRATION CONTACT

Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies, Sch | COOR 4591
SHPRSadvising@asu.edu
480-965-8364