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Catholic Theology (Dual-Subject Bachelor) at Osnabrück University

Osnabrück University, Germany

Programme overview

Catholic theology is the science of the Christian faith. The focus is on the argumentative-critical reflection of the Christian faith in God and its relevance for the thoughts, lives and actions of people in the past and present. Students acquire biblical-historical, systematic-theological and practical-theological skills.

Faculty: School of Educational and Cultural Studies  |  Department: Institute of Roman Catholic Theology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: winter semester  |  Location: Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Research focuses on Jewish-Christian dialogue, biblical hermeneutics, ecumenical and intercultural theology, bio- and environmental ethics, religious socialization, upbringing and education, religious development in the second half of life and selected fields of religious didactics.

Career pathways

For graduates, fields of activity open up in the media and cultural sector, in ecclesiastical-pastoral fields or in (church) educational institutions. A specialist Master's degree also qualifies you for management and leadership roles in the aforementioned professional and occupational fields.

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Entry requirements

Admission: admission-free. The German Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) entitles students to commence a first degree qualification at Osnabrück University. Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of German Language Proficiency. This program is not subject to admission restrictions.

Intake: winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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