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Religious Studies ,Minor

Religious Studies, Minor

Academic programs / Undergraduate minors and certificates / Religious Studies

Buddhism, Christianity, Culture, Hinduism, Islam, judaism, religion

Explore religious traditions around the world while examining human interactions within and among those traditions. Develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of various cultures, both of which will accompany and enrich any degree you're currently pursuing.
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The minor program in religious studies engages students in a comparative exploration of religions and cultures. This exploration leads to a deeper understanding of human nature, religious traditions and the roles that religion plays in a pluralistic and globalizing world.

Students may pursue the minor in religious studies with regional, national, hemispheric, global and a variety of thematic emphases.

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Curriculum ▲
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Requirement Minimum Grade Credit Hours
The minor in religious studies consists of 18 credit hours, at least 12 of which must be completed at the upper-division level. At least six upper-division hours must be in courses offered by The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in the Class Search. All courses must be passed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or higher.
REL 101: Religion, Culture and Public Life (HUAD)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Upper Division REL Elective
12 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 12
REL Elective
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Notes
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
The minor in religious studies is also available to complement the studies of ASU Online students.
Not all REL courses are available every term or available in both on-campus and online formats. Students should consult the class schedule prior to each term to confirm course availability.

Enrollment requirements ▲

GPA Requirement: None

Incompatible Majors: BA in religious studies; BA in religious studies (religion, culture and public life); BA in religious studies (religion, politics and global affairs)

Other Enrollment Requirements: None

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit after the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor.
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ASU Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.

Career opportunities▲

Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors. A minor in religious studies is of benefit to those who intend to pursue careers in fields such as education, law or journalism.
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