BA Major in Religious Studies

Course Overview Explore the power of great imaginative literature, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces, to cultivate a deeper understanding of truth, beauty, and goodness. This program hones essential skills in critical thinking, analytical reading, and persuasive writing through the study of transformative novels, poems, and plays. A distinctive feature is the unique exploration of how a Christian worldview informs and enriches the literary tradition. Key Program Highlights Study classic authors like Chaucer, Shakespeare, Austen, and Eliot Explore the intersection of faith and literature with courses on C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien Develop advanced skills in critical analysis, writing, and communication Choose from a wide range of courses in American, Canadian, and contemporary literature Engage with texts that move the spirit and challenge the intellect