The Catholic tradition is rich and complex. Embark on an exploration of faith, history and practice. King's Catholic Studies program gives you a comprehensive education in Catholic theological tradition, including biblical studies, the history of Christian thought, ethics, and world religions.
Catholic Studies is your gateway to understanding the rich and complex traditions that shape Catholic schools and communities. This program will set you up perfectly for a meaningful and impactful future as a teacher within the Catholic school system. You will explore biblical studies, the history of Christian thought and practice, ethics, and world religions.
The program meets the Religious Studies admission requirements of the Faculty of Education for the use of Religion as a teaching subject. You can also explore our Catholic Studies for Teachers program.
Expand your options with a double major.
Program Options
| Area of Study | Honours Specialization | Specialization | Major | Minor | Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATHOLIC STUDIES |
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Scholarships/Awards
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Residence
Explore your options for on-campus accommodations – they're guaranteed for first-year students who apply before June 2.
Potential Career Paths
Religious studies graduates can find careers in the following fields:
- Education
- Journalism
- Law
- Outreach work
- Refugee and migration advocacy
- Politics
- Community Activism
- Clergy
Meet Our Faculty - Religious Studies
Bret Babington
Lecturer
Dr. Gil Brodie
Professor Emeritus
Dr. Hunter Brown
Professor Emeritus
Dr. Susan Brown
Professor Emerita
Dr. Charles Burnetts
Lecturer
Dr. Carolyn Chau
Associate Professor
Dr. Jonathan Geen
Professor Emeritus
Dr. Chaya Halberstam
Department Chair
Dr. Ginger Hegedus
Associate Professor
Dr. Julius-Kei Kato
Professor
Dr. Phillip Mueller
Professor Emeritus
Dr. James Schmeiser
Professor Emeritus
