Religion
An area of concentration in Religion allows you to study the nature of religious beliefs and traditions from an academic perspective. You can select coursework from a variety of different religious traditions, including the impact of religion on literature, media, ethics, and gender roles.
| Concentration Requirements (Blocks 1 & 2)* | 30 hours |
|---|---|
| Courses from the Department of Religion (RELI) | 30 hours |
| Block 3 | 15 hours |
| Comprised of a complementary or separate area of study than the Concentration (Blocks 1 & 2) | |
| Electives | 35 hours |
| Elective hours as needed to reach 120 total credit hours | |
| University General Education | 40 hours |
| Learn more about general education requirements | |
| TOTAL DEGREE | 120 hours |
* Must include at least 12 hours of upper level credit completed at UNO
An optional Allied Field of up to 9 hours may be taken from the Department of Philosophy (PHIL) or from the list below. If you choose courses from the list below, up to 9 hours must come from the list.
- BLST 2730 Religion & Theology in Afro-America
- HIST 2190 History of the Middle East
- HIST 4720 The Holocaust
- PHIL 3200 Philosophy of Religion
- SOC 4850 Sociology of Religion
| Students with an area of concentration in Religion may find careers in: |
| • Social/Human Services |
| • Religious or Nonprofit Organizations |
| • Retirement Facilities |
| • Corrections |
| • Journalism |
| • Within Particular Religious Ministries |
| • Counseling |
| • Government |
| • Youth Programs |
| • Education |
| • Public Relations |