Protestant Religion - Primary Teacher Education (Grundschule) at Osnabrück University

Theology deals with the history and present of Christianity. It is divided into Biblical Theology (Old Testament and New Testament), Historical Theology (church history), Systematic Theology (dogmatics and ethics) and Practical Theology (religious education, preaching, pastoral care).

Faculty: School of Educational and Cultural Studies  |  Department: Institute of Protestant Theology  |  Duration: Bachelor 6 semesters (3 years) + Master of Education 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Bachelor: winter semester; Master: winter semester and summer semester  |  Location: Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Protestant theology places particular emphasis on the Reformation and the theology of the Reformers, as well as on the theology developed in modern times on the basis of the Reformation and on the history of the churches of the Reformation. At Osnabrück University, the study of foreign religions (Judaism, Islam), the cooperation with Catholic theology and the examination of religious education and didactic issues are emphasized.

Career pathways

The Master of Education qualifies you to enter the period of school-based training called the Referendariat and subsequently for a career as a school teacher. This course does not require church membership.

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