Our Curriculum

Muhlenberg College Religion Studies

Our religion studies curriculum equips students with a deep understanding of religion’s role in the human experience. As illustrated in the curriculum overview below, students develop their intellectual curiosity through broad exploration, focused study, and practical application. 
Breadth and Global Diversity
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Students explore global religious diversity by selecting courses from two groups, each covering a variety of traditions. 
Theory and Method in the Study of Religion
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Students study the academic frameworks that define religion, including disciplinary perspectives from sociology, anthropology, history, phenomenology, and psychology.
Areas of Thematic Concentration
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Students choose a concentration area to explore their intellectual interests in depth.
  • Religion, Power, and Politics
    Courses examine how religion has influenced politics and power dynamics from ancient times to today.
  • Ritual, Performance, and Storytelling
    Students explore diverse religious expressions to understand how people relate to the world across cultures.
  • Religion and Social Justice
    Students investigate how religion intersects with social issues, exploring its role in justice and equality.
  • Self-Designed Concentration
    With an advisor, students select courses that align with their academic interests, tailoring their education to their goals.
Culminating Undergraduate Experience
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Students put the theoretical into practice by exploring a research topic in depth, providing a valuable opportunity for reflection on their area of concentration.
Contact

Religion Studies

Email [email protected] Telephone 484-664-3435
Address Muhlenberg College Religion Studies Moyer 226 2400 Chew Street Allentown, PA 18104