Gwynedd Mercy University AY2022-2023 Undergraduate Academic Catalog required for the minor . Academic Progress , ( Probation ), and Program Dismissal : A student may achieve less than a “ C ” grade in only two courses for the minor and he / she may repeat these courses only once . If a student , regardless of his / her cumulative grade point average , achieves less than a “ C ” grade on a third course for the minor , or fails to bring all grades up to a “ C ” with one repeat he / she will be dismissed from the program . Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the program coordinator or the Dean .
Degree : Minor Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Program Description : The religious studies minor offers an 18-credit concentration in the academic study of religion , focusing on distinctive , often multidisciplinary , or interdisciplinary , approaches to the study of religion , thereby strengthening students ’ interpretive and critical thinking skills . Coursework in the study of religion facilitates students ’ recognition of diversity within and across traditions and helps students to identify and interpret religion ’ s impact across the globe , underscored by an orientation to the Mercy “ critical concerns .”
Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures : Internal / External Transfers : Contact Patrick A . Messina , Program Director Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : Minimum Passing Grade : 2.5
Academic Progress , Probation and Program Dismissal : Maintenance of 2.5 GPA ; probationary periods and program dismissals are determined by the Program Director in consultation with other philosophy faculty should a student fall below the 2.5 GPA minimum . Minor Requirements : see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheet .
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