The Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies at the University of Iowa provides comprehensive training in global religious diversity and equips students with skills for critically understanding religions in historical and contemporary contexts. Students must complete at least 30 semester hours in Religious Studies, including 15 semester hours from at least three of five core areas (Social Justice, Religion in History, Global Context, Values/Culture, Special Topics). Courses foster analytical skills, cross-cultural proficiency, and an understanding of religion’s impact on society. The program encourages engagement with topics like leadership, social justice, and global religious conflict, and prepares graduates for a variety of careers and advanced studies. 来源： https://catalog.registrar.uiowa.edu/courses/rels/