Course Overview!

The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies at Ball State University provides a comprehensive understanding of religion's multifaceted role in shaping world cultures and events. The program emphasizes the diverse ways individuals engage with religion and its impact on their lives, offering students the opportunity to explore various religious traditions and practices critically. Students will develop skills in interpreting religious texts and utilizing interdisciplinary approaches, including anthropology, sociology, and history, to analyze the complex relationships between religion and other societal structures. The program fosters an environment of individual attention, with opportunities for immersive learning projects and community engagement, allowing students to gain valuable real-world experience. It equips graduates with a critical understanding of religious traditions, issues, and values, preparing them for a variety of career paths.

Course Structure

The Religious Studies major requires 33 credit hours in addition to the university's core curriculum and electives. Coursework explores various aspects of religion across cultures, including religion and ethics, advanced biblical concepts, the role of Islam in the modern world, scriptural interpretation across various faith traditions, and the meaning of spiritual but not religious identities. Students also engage with the interplay of religion with social, economic, and political structures, gaining critical understanding and appreciating global religious diversity. The curriculum offers a wide range of courses enabling flexibility and personalized study paths.