Bachelor of Arts with Honors Religious Studies

Are you interested in working closely with faculty mentors in labs and community settings on real-life challenges, or interacting with peers who have similar academic interests and passions Do you want to gain research experience for graduate studies or refine your writing for a professional career Then the American Religious Traditions Honors program is right for youOur top-ranked program equips students with unique tools to make sense of religion in our world. Our dynamic teacher-researchers work at the forefront of their fields and bring that expertise to the classroom.This major can also be taken as part of aBachelor of Arts degree.
Why study a Bachelor of Arts with HonorsArts honors is designed to foster a tight-knit community of academic-minded undergraduate students who can come together to share ideas, work collaboratively, get mentorship from their upper-year peers, and access more specialized supports from their department and faculty teams at every stage of their studies.Taking part in an honors program is the best way to dip your toe into the research process, develop connections with professors and other academics in your field, and get a taste of what graduate school may have in store for you while completing your undergraduate degree.When combined with potential research projects, Honors students can narrow down an area of specialization much earlier than they would otherwise. If you’re looking to dig deeper into your field of study and make some lasting connections along the way, this might be the path for you
Why study at the University of AlbertaThe Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society. With over 900 distinct courses in the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts, you will find an academic pathway for you. Your studies will be enhanced by the rich insights that our nationally and internationally recognized faculty members bring to the classroom through unique perspectives drawn from their research and advancement of human knowledge. Academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs, will give you the tools to thrive in a diverse and increasingly complex workplace.