APPLY NOW FOR OUR NEW 1-YEAR MASTERS PROGRAM!
The Department of Religious Studies is now accepting applications for our brand new one-year MA program for the Fall 2023 intake!
Feb 14, 2023
Students can now apply to the brand new one-year Masters program (MRP) in Religious Studies. Offering the option of a one-year MA will allow students to pursue studies within Religious Studies beyond the BA, earn an advanced degree, and prepare to enter into a variety of careers or other programs within a one-year timeframe. Applications for entry into the program are now open, and any questions about the program can be directed to relstud@mcmaster.ca.
For more information on application instructions, visit How to Apply – School of Graduate Studies (mcmaster.ca), or start your application today – APPLY NOW!
| 1-Year MA (MRP) | 2-Year MA (thesis) | 2-Year MA (project) | 
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 There are no language requirements for the 1-Year MA. 
 
 
 | The candidate must demonstrate a reading knowledge of a language other than English which is most useful in the area in which the thesis is written. | The candidate must demonstrate a reading knowledge of a language other than English which is most useful in the area in which the project is written. | 
| Completion of five half courses with at least a B- standing. 
 | Completion of six half courses with at least B- standing. 
 | Completion of six half courses with at least B- standing. 
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| Completion of RELIGST 701 Issues in the Study of Religions. 
 | Completion of RELIGST 701 Issues in the Study of Religions. 
 | Completion of RELIGST 701 Issues in the Study of Religions. 
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| Completion of a Major Research Paper – MRP (between 7,500 and 10,000 words). 
 | In consultation with your supervisor, a thesis must be completed. 
 | In consultation with your supervisor, a project must be completed. 
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| No oral defence of Major Research Project. 
 | The thesis must be defended in an oral examination. 
 | The passing of an oral or written examination on the substance of the project. 
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