Academic Research
As a Loyola student, you have the opportunity to work alongside our talented professors to partner in collaborative research. Learn more about some recent research and projects currently underway.
World Religions
The religions of the world have tremendous influence on the world’s communities and cultures. Religions shape every aspect of life including political and economic policies, human rights, literature, art, and the environment.
Religious Studies Minors
Christian Theology
18 credits. Required courses:
- Old Testament as Literature
- New Testament as Literature
- Christian Ethics
- Electives: Three elective course of your choosing
World Religions
18 credit hours. Required courses:
- Choose one: A level Elective (non-common curriculum)
- Electives: Five elective courses of your choosing
*A minimum of one course must be in Christianity.
Senior Research & Thesis
Senior Research (PSYC A488) and Senior Thesis (PSYC A489) comprise a two-semester sequence that provides students the opportunity to develop, and later conduct, their own research project under the auspices of a faculty member in the Psychology department.
Christian Theology
The study of Christianity—including its development and traditions—is critical to understanding the history and values that have shaped cultures around the world.
Religious Studies Academic Programs
Religious Studies equips students to understand the religious, cultural, and historical contexts that form the contemporary and future world. Students are challenged to contemplate belief-systems in an international landscape, to enrich and value their faith, and to consider how politics, economics, environment, law, foreign affairs, humanitarian programs, and educational institutions are deeply affected and influenced by religion.
SCOPE Program
Are you an undergraduate or recent graduate student who identifies with a historically excluded racial or ethnic group who is interested in pursuing graduate-level education in psychology? Apply for the Scholars Committed to Opportunities in Psychological Education Program!
Believe In Your Work
The methodologies and issues addressed in Religious Studies are relevant to every area of society. Religion is integral to the values of every culture, and a deep-seated understanding of religion can open up myriad life and work opportunities ranging across business, community development, education, environment, foreign affairs, healthcare, humanitarian organizations, international organizations, public service and program administration, mission and ministry, and social services.