“The Religion and Culture program has exposed me to diverse material and helps me to feel prepared to work or study in a variety of fields.”
– Annie McBay, BA Honours (Religion & Culture)
Religion & Culture
The study of religion focuses on the human search for meaning and purpose in life.
If you want to understand where the search for meaning and purpose has taken some of the world’s people, consider pursuing religious studies. Religion & Culture at The University of Winnipeg will familiarize you with the quest for meaning and purpose as it is expressed in stories, rituals, codes of conduct, canonical texts, and cultural values.
The Religion & Culture program does not promote any one religion or any particular faith; we study religion as an important aspect of culture and society and promote critical enquiry, understanding, and tolerance. We explore religion in four areas: Historical Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; Religion and Modern Western Culture; Asian Religions and Cultures; and Indigenous Religious Traditions. The scope of religions we cover ranges from traditional Western religions like Judaism and Christianity, to local Indigenous traditions, Islam, and Asian traditions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism).
This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts (3-year, 4-year, or Honours) with a Major in Religion & Culture. The Department of Religion & Culture also offers a Joint Master’s program in cooperation with the University of Manitoba. Students taking an undergraduate degree in another Major may choose to add a Minor in Religion & Culture as a secondary area of interest.
Required High School Courses
You must meet The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements. No specific courses required.
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Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“The Religion and Culture program has exposed me to diverse material and helps me to feel prepared to work or study in a variety of fields.”
– Annie McBay, BA Honours (Religion & Culture)
Program Contacts
Dr. Carlos Colorado
Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9171
email: c.colorado@uwinnipeg.ca
Visit the Religion and Culture Department website
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Carlos Colorado, Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9171
email: c.colorado@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/religion-and-culture
Last Updated: 07/01/2025
“The Religion and Culture program has exposed me to diverse material and helps me to feel prepared to work or study in a variety of fields.”
– Annie McBay, BA Honours (Religion & Culture)
Last Updated: 07/01/2025