Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies

Introduction

The Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies is a two-year program for those interested in the study of religion at the graduate level. The goal of the program is to provide students with a solid foundation in Buddhist studies and scholarship as well as training in research, analysis, and presentation techniques. Graduates will be well-equipped for academic or missionary careers thanks to a thorough grounding in Buddhist teachings in all its facets.

Objective

The MA Buddhist Studies curriculum allows students to delve deeply into the religion by learning about its origins, canonical writings, and contemporary practices. The curriculum is also a great stepping stone to graduate school or a career in the nonprofit or religious sphere.

Graduate students are able to hone their analytical skills, put their learning to practical use, and investigate underlying ethical ideas. The goals of the course are to stimulate analytical thought and practical knowledge.

Skills in historical analysis, literary analysis, and ethnographic research are emphasized. Buddhist principles of nonviolence and pacifism are highlighted throughout the program. This degree prepares its students to enter the academic world and propagate Buddhist philosophy in the Western world.

Graduates of the MA Buddhist Studies program will be prepared for advanced degrees in the field, including the Doctor of Philosophy. Some graduates begin their careers as elementary school teachers, some as high school teachers, and yet others as university professors and translators. If you want to advance your career in academia, earning a MA Buddhist Studies degree will provide you with the tools you need to succeed.