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Minor: Religious Studies
(REL)
From antiquity to the present, religion has provided a vocabulary for individuals to confront ultimate questions about the meaning of life. Understanding the role of religion is critical for analyzing socio-political forces shaping the world today. The Religious Studies Department at the University of Oregon offers courses that reflect the research expertise of the faculty. Most seminars are small, allowing for deep exploration of the material. The critical reading, analytical thinking, and writing skills students hone as a Religious Studies minor, along with knowledge of global religious traditions, will serve them well in whatever career path they choose.TOP FIVE
REASONS TO STUDY Religious Studies
- Build skills in writing and critical reading.
- Become an informed and engaged global citizen.
- Engage with important texts and ideas.
- Understand one of the most powerful social and cultural forces in history.
- Equip yourself with many opportunities for employment or further career study.
COURSES YOU MAY NEED
- REL 101 & REL 102
- Elective courses in Religious Studies; at least 8 of these credits must be 300-level or higher
MINOR CREDITS
Required 8 credits
Electives 16 credits
Total 24 credits
WHERE CAN I GO?
- Nonprofit and not-for-profit organizations
- Religious organizations
- Immigrant and refugee service providers
- Cultural heritage organizations
- Legal aid societies
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
- Oral and written communication
- Library research
- Textual analysis
- Policy development and analysis
- Peacebuilding and conflict resolution
MAJORS COMMONLY
COMBINED WITH:
- Anthropology
- Business Administration
- Folklore and Public Culture
- History