Religious Studies – Religion, Politics and Global Affairs (BA)
Are you passionate about exploring how humans have answered life’s big questions? Arizona State University's Bachelor of Arts in religious studies with a concentration in religion, politics and global affairs examines how religious communities, traditions and beliefs impact and are impacted by globalization and world events. Upon graduation, you’ll understand how to observe and analyze religion’s complex roles in conflict, peacebuilding, health care and politics.
Courses for this religious studies major
Courses focus on religion’s impact on the modern world and 20 and 21st century topics and issues. You’ll learn about religions around the world, such as African American religion, modern Buddhism and Islam. You’ll also take courses on nationalism, ethnic conflict and moral issues.
REL 101: Religion, Culture and Public Life (GCSI OR HU & G)
REL 307: Religion: Theory and Practice (HUAD OR HU)
REL 406: Religious Studies Capstone I
REL 407: Religious Studies Capstone II
The careers this religious studies major prepares you for
Graduates are well positioned to pursue a career in journalism, foreign service, chaplaincy, public policy, education and nonprofit organizations. Upon completion of this degree, you’ll be equipped with important transferable skills that are valued highly by employers. Examples of potential careers include, but aren’t limited to:
Social and Human Service Assistants
Growth: 8.6%
Salary: $38,520
Lawyers
Growth: 7.5%
Salary: $135,740
Marriage and Family Therapists
Growth: 14.9%
Salary: $56,570
Mental Health Counselors
Growth: 18.4%
Salary: $49,710
News Analysts, Reporters and Journalists
Growth: -3.3%
Salary: $55,960
Legislators
Growth: 3.4%
Salary: $48,090
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Growth: 2.7%
Salary: $78,780
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Growth: -0.2%
Salary: $49,380
Clergy
Growth: 0.6%
Salary: $55,550
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Growth: 5.3%
Salary: $50,820