Few careers outside of academia or the clergy will strictly require degrees in Philosophy or Religion. These degrees, however, should introduce you to ways of thinking and "how to think," and provide you social background knowledge, which are valuable qualifications for any knowledge work.
University of Pittsburgh offers religious courses and degrees in religious history and philosophy. These degrees all include many comprehensive in depth courses.
Almost all major universities offer religious studies degrees. Many universities offer religious studies programs within a philosophy degree. It will depend on the university you choose.
At education-portal.com/religion_degrees.html there are lists of all religious schools and degrees for careers in religious leadership, teaching and counseling.
Most people who earn a religious studies degree will work in churches or synagogues and deal with the public. Requirements can range from bachelor's to doctoral degrees. Ministers and missionaries are not the only people who need to take religious studies. Counseling and teaching positions can be obtained with a religious studies degee. Many schools offer assistance with tuition and insurance for students pursuing religious studies.
There are many universities that offer religious study degrees. Some of the universities include Anderson University, Bucknell University and also Drew University.
Someone with a degree in Philosophy could pursue careers in fields such as academia, law, journalism, writing, consulting, non-profit organizations, or even technology, where critical thinking and analytical skills are valued. They could also consider roles in ethics, public policy, education, or counseling.
The Columbia University offers master degrees in biotechnology, classical studies, conservation biology, dental scienes, history, italian, human rights studies and in philosophy.
Anyone can claim to be a "preacher" and travel around to spread the word to those who will listen. The education/degree(s) required depend on the organization that is hiring the position as a leader in the church. There are several types of degrees in religious studies and theology. The larger the church and the greater the responsibilities of the position, the more likely advanced degrees will be required.
With a Theology major, you are pretty much limited to religious occupations. Generally clergy and pastors have degrees in theology.
She has degrees in medieval history and philosophy
Degrees are very important for careers because they help students learn and help them build up the knowledge required to have a career. At a university, it is not only degrees that are earned but life experiences too.
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