Let’s talk about faith. Where did religion come from? What impact does it have on the world? What are the beliefs of various religions? The Religious Studies minor at the Mount offers students the opportunity to have open, real conversations about religion, faith, and theology and their place in the world.
12 credits of Religious Studies | 6 credits of Biblical Studies
Learn about Religious Studies minor academic requirements and courses here.
As a Religious Studies minor, you’ll take courses that allow you to have a broader understanding of religion and its impact on the world. Courses like Introduction to World Religions, Introduction to Theology, and Religious Movements in America provide foundational knowledge of religion, followed by courses that evaluate religion’s impact on everyday life, especially through courses like Theology of Film, Sports and Religion, and Fairy Tales and Sacraments. You’ll augment those studies with two courses in Biblical Studies to see how the Bible complements these themes.
You may also choose to participate in an independent study with a professor on a topic of your choice to fulfill one of your required courses.
No matter your line of work, you will encounter religious people. Being able to have conversations about faith is vital, and an understanding of different religious traditions is valuable in every career.
A minor in Religious Studies can prepare one to pursue the subject at the graduate level. Additionally, the deductive, critical thinking, and language skills of this discipline are applicable to any career, and the courses should also give students a broader appreciation of religion in general for personal study and reflection.
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