Bachelor of Arts in World Religions and Cultures - World Religions and Culture Specialization

The World Religions & Cultures program gives students a solid understanding of religious diversity in our globalized society—and in our own communities and neighbourhoods. We explore the historical development, lived experience and practices, and contemporary situations of major religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism and other Eastern traditions, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.But the study of World Religions & Cultures is also highly practical. In an ever-shrinking world, we constantly find ourselves surrounded by peoples of different religions and cultures, many of whom we simply do not understand. And a lack of understanding often leads to tragic consequences, as is made evident every night on the evening news. Before you can change the world for the better, however, you first need to understand it. On its own, or combined with other fields such as Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, a study of the religions and cultures of the globe is an essential ingredient in bringing positive change to the world.

Completion of first-year requirements with no failures and at least 0.5 course in Religious Studies with a mark of at least 60%. Religious Studies 1023E is recommended.Students admitted to King's University College must be proficient in written and spoken English. If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of your proficiency in listening, speaking, writing and reading English. Typically, this is done through an official test or ESL program. We reserve the right to ask anybody to provide proof of English language proficiency.You must provide official transcripts from all previous institutions attended (secondary and post-secondary)If you are currently completing an IB Diploma, please see requirements below:A complete IB Diploma, including:Theory of Knowledge and Extended EssayPasses in at least six subjects (three at Higher Level)A minimum total grade of 25 (including the Extended Essay and TOK)No mark less than 4 on any courseRequired courses for your program