Certificate in Interfaith and Religious Studies

About the Program

Only available to currently enrolled Drexel students.

The certificate in Interfaith and Religious Studies represents Drexel University’s commitment to the study of spirituality and the contribution of the world’s organized religions to the psychological and social well-being of individuals, groups, and societies. Through the study of the interrelationship of religions and the efforts of interfaith initiatives, students will better understand group commonalities and differences and attempts for social improvement and the resolution of conflict.

The Jewish Studies program, an interdepartmental and interdisciplinary program in the College of Arts and Sciences, has for many years taught about the centrality of religion in cultural life. In its core courses, the evolution of Judaism alongside the rise of Christianity and Islam has been studied. As the coordinating body for the certificate in Interfaith and Religious Studies, the Jewish Studies program continues its tradition of exposing Drexel students to the leaders, thinkers, and institutions of the larger, outside community.

All prospective students should meet with an advisor from the College as soon as possible.

Program Requirements

Any travel-add-on component to these courses can be counted towards the Certificate.