Spring 2027

Advanced Topics in Religious Studies

Advanced Topics in Religious Studies covers religion in specific contexts, interdisciplinary connections, and specific themes in the field.

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Summary

What you’ll be able to do

  • Analyze theories in Religious Studies.

  • Utilize a variety of resources and methods for research across disciplinary lines.

  • Analyze diverse systems of value and belief in a variety of contexts.

  • Develop a sustained argument supporting an original thesis.

  • Begin to integrate Religious Studies theory into primary field of study.

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Topics may include religion in specific contexts, religion and other disciplines or specific themes in Religious Studies.

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Topics

  • Religion in specific contexts
  • Religion and other disciplines
  • Specific themes in Religious Studies
  • Theories in Religious Studies
  • Diverse systems of value and belief

Skills

  • Analyze theories in Religious Studies.
  • Utilize a variety of resources and methods for research across disciplinary lines.
  • Analyze diverse systems of value and belief in a variety of contexts.
  • Develop a sustained argument supporting an original thesis.
  • Begin to integrate Religious Studies theory into primary field of study.

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Recorded 2026-10-14

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