Religion in the modern world

The program provides the most complete, interdisciplinary training of students, relying on the latest studies of modern processes of the world's largest religious traditions, as well as the new phenomena in this field.

This is the only M.A. program in the Russian Federation that is specifically focused on fundamental knowledge of modern religion. In addition, the program combines theoretical training with the specific knowledge in the field of modern processes in Russia and its neighboring countries.

Key disciplines of the program:

• Geography and dynamics of modern religions;
• Religion and the secular world;
• Classical and modern theories of religion;
• Religion, power and society in Russia and post-Soviet countries;
• Religion and visual culture;
• Modern esotericism: history, theory, and practice.

Areas of occupation: museums and museum-type institutions; libraries, archives; funds; state and public organizations; tourism; research institutes and expert analytical centers; departments of cultural and natural heritage; educational organizations; mass media.