BA

Religious Studies

Learn more about studying Religious Studies as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    24,927CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What St. Francis Xavier University says about their program:

The StFX Religious Studies Department is growing and, in addition to traditional courses, offers you innovative studies covering topics that range from the paranormal to cults and new religious movements.

You learn from dedicated faculty who also work in the areas of ethics and religion and health, who have extensive knowledge in the study of mindfulness, and who bring a strong ability to work in primary languages and a series of modern languages.

Students have presented research papers at the Congress of the Social Sciences and Humanities, and have opportunity to enroll in a one-of-a-kind course offered in cooperation with Gampo Abbey that includes one week residential study at this Buddhist monastery on Cape Breton Island.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma. This diploma must be eligible to access further academic studies in the country where it has been obtained.

Postgraduate academic requirements

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

English proficiency

*Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no bands less than 6.0)

  • TOEFL iBT

    90 iBT (no bands less than 20)

  • MET

    55

  • CAEL

    70 (no bands less than 60)

  • C1 Advanced

    180 (no band less than 170)

  • C2 Proficiency

    180 (no band less than 170)

  • Duolingo

    115 (no band less than 100)

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no bands less than 6.0)

  • TOEFL

    92

  • PTE

    59

English proficiency waivers

  • You have studied the last 2 years in a high school or university where the medium of instruction is English. Proof of English as the language of instruction must be included in the application, either through a letter from the school or on the transcript.
  • You are a student with the Nova Scotia International Students Program (NSISP), studying at a Nova Scotian high school, and you have successfully achieved a minimum 70% average in Grade 12 English, or equivalent
  • You have successfully completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma with English Language A

Documents required

  • Complete application form
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Supplemental Application form (if applicable)
  • Application fee payment
  • Statement of intent
  • ​Reference letters
  • Official Transcripts
  • ​​​Evidence of language proficiency

No students will be accepted to the university until official transcripts have been received and verified. Arrange to have sealed transcripts sent from each college or university you have attended.​

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Scholarships at St. Francis Xavier University

  • Entrance Scholarships

    Official page

    St. Francis Xavier University offers merit-based scholarships and financial aid to new undergraduate students, with automatic and application-based awards available. International undergraduate applicants should review the same official scholarship process and deadlines.

  • Major Scholarships

    Official page

    StFX Major Scholarships require an application through the official scholarship process and are open for the listed academic year. New undergraduate applicants should check the scholarship page and application instructions for eligibility.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Students choose to study in Canada for many reasons, including the vast beauty of a large country, multicultural society, safe communities, and affordable education.

Financing your education is very important. At StFX, they have the resources to guide you through your educational financial planning to keep you on track.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$22,646 to CAD$23,439 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from CAD$15,552 to CAD$18,534 per year

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What is the cost of living near St. Francis Xavier University?

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,064
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,771
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$220
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$96
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$59
Monthly public transport pass$90
Monthly grocery basket$277
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$16
Gym membership$56

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for St. Francis Xavier University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements