The Religious Studies minor fosters and facilitates an interdisciplinary approach to the academic study of religion. Due to its influential role at the local, national, and international levels, religion requires careful study utilizing academic methods employed in the examination of other cultural institutions. This includes the study of the history, theology, literature, folklore, etc., of various religions in an effort to study religion as a cultural phenomenon. The program is intended to serve our students and community by deepening our understanding of religious beliefs and practices in a spirit of open inquiry. Its aim is neither to endorse nor to undermine the claims of religion, but to create an environment in which various issues can be engaged from a variety of perspectives and methodologies.
Total Program Credits: 21
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| Discipline Core Requirements: | 12 Credits | ||
| PHIL 1610 | Introduction to Western Religions HH (3) | ||
| or | PHIL 1620 | Introduction to Eastern Religions HH (3) | |
| or | ANTH 3450 | Shamanism and Indigenous Religion (3) | 3 |
| RLST 3650 | Approaches to Religious Studies | 3 | |
| RLST 366R | Issues in Religious Studies | 3 | |
| PHIL 3600 | Philosophy of Religion | 3 | |
| Elective Requirements: | 9 Credits | ||
| Complete 9 credits of electives from the list below or as approved by advisor. | 9 | ||
| ANTH 3400 | Myth Magic and Religion (3) | ||
| ANTH 3450 | Shamanism and Indigenous Religion (3) | ||
| ANTH 3460 | Anthropology of Mormonism (3) | ||
| COMM 3780 | Mormon Media and Culture (3) | ||
| ENGL 374G | Literature of the Sacred GI (3) | ||
| ENGL 3780 | Mormon Literature (3) | ||
| PHIL 3540 | Christian Ethics (3) | ||
| PHIL 3610 | Introduction to Christian Theology (3) | ||
| SOC 3400 | Sociology of Religion (3) | ||
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
| Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PHIL 1610 or PHIL 1620 or ANTH 3450 | Introduction to Western Religions HH or Introduction to Eastern Religions HH or Shamanism and Indigenous Religion | 3 |
| RLST Elective | 3 | |
| Semester total: | 6 | |
| Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PHIL 3600 | Philosophy of Religion | 3 |
| PHIL 366R or RLST 366R | Issues in Religious Studies | 3 |
| Semester total: | 6 | |
| Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| PHIL 3650 or RLST 3650 | Approaches to Religious Studies | 3 |
| RLST Elective | 3 | |
| Semester total: | 6 | |
| Semester 4 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| RLST Elective | 3 | |
| Semester total: | 3 | |
| Degree total: | 21 | |
The Philosophy and Humanities department is in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences . To find the most up-to-date information, including Program Learning Outcomes for degree programs offered by the Philosophy and Humanities department, visit their website.
