Religious studies as a discipline focuses on developing knowledge of the great religious traditions of the world, including the varied influence religions have had on the diverse social and cultural phenomena we encounter in the world around us.
Typically, graduates pursue careers as:
Demand is going to continue to grow for these types of workers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of social and human service assistants is projected to grow 16 percent from 2016 to 2026, which means there will be over 63,000 new jobs open in the next decade. (U.S. BLS)
Hartwick students begin their careers prepared to thrive, and they study at some of the most prestigious graduate schools in the nation.
Hartwick alumni work for:
Hartwick graduates study at:
Special study opportunities available through the department include off-campus programs in India, Egypt, New York City, and Washington, DC. In addition, because Oneonta is located within a few hours’ drive from various important Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and Hindu monasteries and centers, efforts are made to incorporate field trip experiences into regular course offerings.
Hartwick’s religious studies curriculum covers three general areas: the Judeo-Christian Western tradition, traditions of the Asian world (Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto, and others), and contemporary religious expression in the West.
Hartwick’s expert religious studies faculty are future-focused. That’s because they work closely with students who will make a difference when they graduate. Hartwick students.
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