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Protestant Theology (Magister Theologiae) at Ruhr University Bochum

Ruhr University Bochum, Germany

Programme overview

Protestant Theology at Ruhr University Bochum is a Magister Theologiae programme programme of 10 semesters (5 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: it provides a good insight into the various branches of theology, its most important issues and fundamental methods, and at the same time aims at seeing the bigger picture.

Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Magister Theologiae  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: Old Testament/Middle East; New Testament/Ancient Philosophy; Church History; Dogmatic Theology; Ethics/Social Ethics; Applied Theology; Ecumenism/History of Religion.

Career pathways

Typical career fields: Pastoral office; Publishing; Public Relations; Human Resources.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus (admission-free). Language of instruction: German. Applicants are expected to bring: a great interest in theological questions and some interest in fundamental theological knowledge.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 10 semesters (5 years)

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