Religious Studies emphasis, Associate of Science
Students who successfully complete the an Associate of Science degree in Religious Studies will be able to:
- Define religion and describe various world religions.
- Draw from disciplines across the liberal arts to illustrate ways in which people have historically interpreted, celebrated, and described the divine.
- Create written descriptions and arguments of how religions have shaped and been shaped by cultural, societal, and economic forces.
- Demonstrate cultural competency.
Requirements
General Education Requirements: 43
See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree. OSU does not allow students to take courses in their chosen discipline to meet these requirements.
Liberal Arts Core Requirement: 15
See the degree requirements section for a list of Liberal Arts Core courses. OSU does not allow students to take courses in their chosen discipline to meet these requirements.
Program Requirements and Electives: 33
The following term-by-term plan represents a suggested pathway through the curriculum. The exact order in which the courses are taken may vary. Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor to create a term-by-term plan that best fits their needs.
First Year
Fall Term
MTH 105 and WR 121 satisfy general education requirements.
Winter Term
Spring Term
PE 231 satisfies a general education requirement.
Second Year
Fall Term
Winter Term
Spring Term
Total Credit Hours: 91