Basic subjects
Economics and law The history of Russia Theory and history of world culture Foreign language Philosophy The History of Russian Philosophy Modern Western Philosophy Life safety Sociology Methods of teaching humanities Physical education and sports Social philosophy Psychology
Specialized subjects
History of religions Introduction to the specialty Religious Anthropology The History of Religions in Russia Religion and science The Phenomenology of Religion Philosophy of Religion Religion and law The Anthropology of Religion Sociology of Religion New religious movements Slavic paganism and neo-paganism Religious studies expertise Psychology of Religions
Program Overview
This program is made for students who are interested in the scientific and philosophical study of religion. The program is aimed at training specialists in the field of scientific research of religions, expert activities on the analysis of the religious situation, religious aspects of culture, specific religious organizations and movements. "Religious studies" program provides knowledge within the following disciplines: Latin language and fundamentals of Ancient Roman culture, Ancient Greek language: a course to the origins of European culture, Church Slavonic language as a language of orthodox religious service, Theological disciplines, Specificity of religious communication, Religious freedom and inter-religious dialogue.
Program Benefits
Extensive humanitarian and fundamental philosophical training allows graduates to work in all fields of activity related to religious organizations, as well as to continue studies in such master's degree programs as Philosophy, Theology, and Sociology. Academic trainings take place at: Institute of Philosophy and Socio-Political Sciences, Rostov-on-Don Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Prospects. Career & Employment
Religious studies graduates may pursue careers in teaching, business, advertising, print or electronic journalism, radio, television or film, information technology or library sciences, Web design, publishing, museum and archival work, travel, politics, marketing, and merchandizing. Graduates of the program will be able to work in: Institutions of secondary and higher education. Different types of civil and public administrations. Mass media. Religious organizations.
Why is it important to pursue a higher education?
Equipping students for global citizenship. From politics and art to science and war, the study of religion opens a gateway to understanding the world around us. Religious literacy is key to global citizenship in the 21st century.