College of the Humanities
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This section presents the requirements for programs in:
- M.A. Religion and Public Life
- M.A. Religion and Public Life with Collaborative Specialization in Digital Humanities
Program Requirements
M.A. Religion and Public Life (4.5 credits)
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5801 [0.5] | Seminar in the Discipline | |
| 2. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5802 [0.5] | Seminar in Religion and Public Life | |
| 3. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5780 [0.5] | Graduate Research Seminar | |
| 4. 1.5 credits in: | 1.5 | |
RELI 5908 [1.5] | Research Essay | |
| 5. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5850 [0.5] | Seminar in the Study of Religion (may be repeated, when topics vary) | |
| 6. 1.0 credit in RELI 5850 or 5000-level electives in any discipline, as approved by the Religion graduate supervisor | 1.0 | |
| Total Credits | 4.5 | |
Specific content of thematic elective courses reflects the interests and expertise of the instructor. Please refer to current course descriptions for more detailed information.
With the approval of the Graduate Studies Coordinator, a maximum of 1.0 credit may be selected from courses offered at the 4000-level, or in a related field, or at another university.
Guidelines for Completion of Master's Degree
Full-time students enrolled in the 4.5-credit M.A. program are expected to complete RELI 5801 and RELI 5802 in the first term of study and RELI 5780 in the second term of study.
RELI 5908 should be submitted by end of the Summer Study Semester. All elective coursework should be completed by the end of the second term of study.
Full-time students are required to file with the Graduate Studies Coordinator a detailed proposal of their Research Essay by the end of the second term of study. Part-time students must submit a detailed proposal of their Research Essay by the end of the term in which they are registered for RELI 5780.
The program is designed to be completed in a three term academic year.
Part-time students enrolled in the 4.5 credit M.A. program are expected to complete the required core courses (RELI 5801, RELI 5802 and RELI 5780) by the end of the third year of study. The Research Essay and all course work must be complete by the end of the sixth year of study.
M.A. Religion and Public Life
with Collaborative Specialization in Digital Humanities (4.5 credits)
| Requirements - coursework pathway: | ||
| 1. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5801 [0.5] | Seminar in the Discipline | |
| 2. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5802 [0.5] | Seminar in Religion and Public Life | |
| 3. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5780 [0.5] | Graduate Research Seminar | |
| 4. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5850 [0.5] | Seminar in the Study of Religion (may be repeated, when topics vary) | |
| 5. 1.0 credit in RELI 5850 or 5000-level electives in any discipline, as approved by the Religion graduate supervisor | 1.0 | |
| 6. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
DIGH 5000 [0.5] | Issues in the Digital Humanities | |
| 7. 1.0 credit in DIGH 5011, DIGH 5012, or annually-listed DIGH course | 1.0 | |
| 8. 0.0 credit in: | ||
DIGH 5800 [0.0] | Digital Humanities: Professional Development | |
| Total Credits | 4.5 | |
| Requirements - research essay pathway: | ||
| 1. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5801 [0.5] | Seminar in the Discipline | |
| 2. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5802 [0.5] | Seminar in Religion and Public Life | |
| 3. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
RELI 5780 [0.5] | Graduate Research Seminar | |
| 4. 1.5 credits in: | 1.5 | |
RELI 5908 [1.5] | Research Essay (in the specialization) | |
| 5. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
DIGH 5000 [0.5] | Issues in the Digital Humanities | |
| 6. 1.0 credit in DIGH 5011, DIGH 5012, or annually-listed DIGH course | 1.0 | |
| 7. 0.0 credit in: | 0.0 | |
DIGH 5800 [0.0] | Digital Humanities: Professional Development | |
| Total Credits | 4.5 | |
Religion (RELI) Courses
RELI 5701 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies: Western Religions
Directed study course focused on one or more Western religious traditions.
Directed Studies: Western Religions
Directed study course focused on one or more Western religious traditions.
RELI 5702 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies: Eastern Religions
Directed study course focused on one or more Eastern religious traditions.
Directed Studies: Eastern Religions
Directed study course focused on one or more Eastern religious traditions.
RELI 5780 [0.5 credit]
Graduate Research Seminar
This mandatory seminar, intended as a workshop, guides students through the process of producing a major paper proposal and the initial stages of writing the research essay.
Graduate Research Seminar
This mandatory seminar, intended as a workshop, guides students through the process of producing a major paper proposal and the initial stages of writing the research essay.
RELI 5801 [0.5 credit]
Seminar in the Discipline
This mandatory seminar introduces students to graduate level work in Religious Studies. A faculty team addresses current debates and practices in both the discipline and profession. Students are evaluated on a pass/fail basis.
Seminar in the Discipline
This mandatory seminar introduces students to graduate level work in Religious Studies. A faculty team addresses current debates and practices in both the discipline and profession. Students are evaluated on a pass/fail basis.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
RELI 5802 [0.5 credit]
Seminar in Religion and Public Life
This mandatory seminar introduces the main methodological and theoretical tools of the program. The course focuses on key thinkers and case studies to approach “religion and public life” from Religious Studies perspectives.
Seminar in Religion and Public Life
This mandatory seminar introduces the main methodological and theoretical tools of the program. The course focuses on key thinkers and case studies to approach “religion and public life” from Religious Studies perspectives.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
RELI 5820 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies: Themes in the Study of Religion
Directed study course focused one or more themes in the study of religion.
Directed Studies: Themes in the Study of Religion
Directed study course focused one or more themes in the study of religion.
RELI 5840 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies I
A program of supervised reading and preparation of written work to impart ability in particular research methods beyond the level of regular seminar offerings. Unscheduled/Requires permission of the department.
Directed Studies I
A program of supervised reading and preparation of written work to impart ability in particular research methods beyond the level of regular seminar offerings. Unscheduled/Requires permission of the department.
RELI 5841 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies ll
A program of supervised reading and preparation of written work to impart ability in particular research methods beyond the level of regular seminar offerings. Unscheduled/Requires permission of the department.
Directed Studies ll
A program of supervised reading and preparation of written work to impart ability in particular research methods beyond the level of regular seminar offerings. Unscheduled/Requires permission of the department.
RELI 5850 [0.5 credit]
Seminar in the Study of Religion
Thematic seminar related to the comparative or general study of Religion and Public Life.
Seminar in the Study of Religion
Thematic seminar related to the comparative or general study of Religion and Public Life.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as RELI 4850, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as RELI 4850, for which additional credit is precluded.
RELI 5908 [1.5 credit]
Research Essay
A research essay on a topic related to the theme of Religion and Public Life. The topic must be chosen with the approval of the Research Essay supervisor.
Research Essay
A research essay on a topic related to the theme of Religion and Public Life. The topic must be chosen with the approval of the Research Essay supervisor.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Note: Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Regulations
See the General Regulations section of this Calendar.
A grade of B- or higher must normally be obtained in each course credited towards the master's degree. Please refer to Section 11.2 of the General Regulations.
Admission
The normal requirement for admission to the Master's program is a B.A. Honours (or equivalent) in Religion/Religious Studies or a cognate discipline, with a High Honours standing (normally at least B+).
Students without a prior Method and Theory course in Religious Studies are required to complete RELI 4740.
Possession of the minimum entrance standing is not in itself, however, an assurance of admission into the program.
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
Applicants who do not qualify for direct admission to the master's program may be admitted to a post-baccalaureate diploma program designed to either qualify them for the MA program or provide them with a diploma in Religion and Public Life. Applicants who lack an honours degree but have a three-year degree with honours standing (at least B overall) will normally be admitted to our post-baccalaureate diploma program. Students are expected to achieve a B+ average or higher in the post-Baccalaureate diploma program in order to qualify for admission to the Master's year. Please consult the Religion section of the Undergraduate Calendar for more information. [Insert link to the program's link in calendar or the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Admissions page under "Admissions" in Undergraduate Calendar].