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Religious Studies (Certificate)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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At Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Religious Studies (Certificate) is offered as a certificate in Religious Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Religious Studies
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 903 / credit

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

This 30-credit certificate lets students explore world religions and examine the religious phenomenon from historical, cultural, and social perspectives. The program emphasizes openness and empathy toward other cultures and belief systems, building foundational knowledge in religious studies that can stand alone or support study in another field. It is nominally one year in length on a full-time basis, though it can also be completed part-time, and up to 15 credits of prior learning may be recognized toward it. Courses may be taken partially or entirely at a distance. Credits earned may be applied toward related bachelor's programs at the university. The certificate is taught in French and admits students in the Fall, Winter, and Summer terms.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Quebec DEC holders: any DEC. Applicants from elsewhere in Canada: secondary school diploma plus one year of university studies. International applicants: pre-university diploma totalling 13 years of study, or 12 years plus one year of higher education. Non-francophone applicants: TCF tout public test, minimum 361/699 on mandatory sections and 8/20 on written expression. Fall, Winter, and Summer admission.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université Laval

“Deo favente haud pluribus impar”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Religious Studies (Certificate) award?

Université Laval awards a Certificate in the field of Religious Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Religious Studies (Certificate) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Religious Studies (Certificate) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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