Consider a Degree in Society, Culture & Religion
The big questions explored! Our programs are designed to inspire and train students to become critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and effective communicators. The SCAR degree is flexible with a broad range of topics and issues that can be tailored to individual interests.
Learn more about our undergraduate program and view our program options (including minors!).
Our graduates are lawyers, teachers, nurses, foreign affairs specialists, journalists, and more. Check out alumni careers. Or, explore the videos below to hear recent alumni share why they recommend Society, Culture & Religion, tell about their career paths, and share WISDOM for all current students (regardless of your program choice).
“The experience was so fun” Brittany Collura, Lawyer
“Religious Studies really gave me the opening I wanted to explore my interests” Josephine Liauw, MA Student
“I took one Religious Studies course and absolutely loved it…and needed to take more” Carrie Malcew, Canada Revenue Agency
Teachers (Nicole Voisin, Rebecca Sampson)
Lawyers (Brittany Collura, Maya Kanani, Erin Chesney)
Managers (Jamie Lai, Jorey Tessier)
“It gave me a framework and experience…that I could excel in my career” Erin Chesney, Lawyer
“Being sensitive to cultural differences” Brittany Collura, Lawyer
“Soft skills…so important for working life after McMaster” Carrie Malcew, Canada Revenue Agency
“Enjoy the learning” Erin Chesney, Lawyer
“Reach out for help and don’t be scared…to go to office hours” Nicole Voisin, Teacher
“Go outside your comfort zone” Lisa Duggan, PhD student