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MA Theological Studies (continuing education) at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

A degree in Theological Studies is more than just preparation for the rectory or a teaching degree: Studying theology means discovering people, texts and ideas in the past and the present. Students learn to investigate Christian religions with the help of a unique variety of methods.

Faculty: Faculty of Theology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The academic programme consists of modules in the two exegetical areas Old and New Testament, in Church History and Theological History, in Systematic Theology, in Religious studies/Intercultural Theology and in Practical Theology. Students acquire a comprehensive overview, a methodological-scientific foundation and exemplary consolidation in all subject modules.

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Entry requirements

Admission route: Continuing-education master’s programmes and Law - Legum Magister. Language of instruction: German.

EUR 3,400 for the whole programme. Tuition of 850.00 EUR per semester over 4 semesters; semester contribution not included. Source

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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