Welcome to the 宗教研究 programs at Oakland University. The university currently offers a general 浓度 in 宗教研究, as well as minors in 伊斯兰教研究, 犹太人的研究, Christianity Studies. For a list of the faculty advisors click 在这里. 除了, if you wish to 主要 in 宗教研究, you may petition the college “committee on instruction” with a specialized plan of study. To explore this option, contact the Director, Henri Gooren at (电子邮件保护).
宗教研究 programs offer you the opportunity to examine the world’s religions from an academic standpoint: a poignant, deep and critical examination of their beliefs and histories as well as their cultural, historical and political roles in shaping today’s world. Choosing the independent 主要, 浓度, 其中一个未成年人, or even taking several courses, enables you to tailor your electives and some of your general education and writing intensive courses to reflect personal interests. You will gain capacities that help bolster your interpersonal skills, give you a strong ethical framework for life, a stronger and more nuanced sense of self, a better understanding of our increasingly global and interactive world.
除了, 结合辅修, 浓度, or independent 主要 with other specific degrees can enhance your career marketability. 例如, pairing a minor with a degree in International Relations can make you a great candidate for government service or multinational businesses. 简而言之, taking 宗教研究 courses or adopting either an independent 主要, 浓度, or minor enables you to learn, change and grow.
Further engagement with religion may be pursued through the associated Center for Religious Understanding.
