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Diplom/Magister/First Theological Examination Protestant Theology (Evangelische Theologie) at Universität Hamburg

Universität Hamburg, Germany

Programme overview

Protestant theology degree (Diplom, Magister or First Theological Examination) at one of the largest and most diverse training sites for Protestant theology in German-speaking countries, with about 1,000 students.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 10 semesters plus 1-2 semesters for ancient languages (5 years plus 0.5-1 year)  |  Study mode: German-taught; Diplom/Magister/Erste Theologische Prüfung  |  Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester  |  Location: Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

What you will study

Three phases beginning with a basic course including language courses in Hebrew, Greek and Latin as a prerequisite for further courses; the structure differs by chosen degree.

Career pathways

Careers differ by degree; those passing the First Theological Examination can continue to the vicariate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is restricted (NC). For the intermediate examination Hebraicum, Graecum and Latinum must be passed; these can be obtained at the department. Application period: 01.06. to 15.07. und 01.12. to 15.01..

Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester

Duration: 10 semesters plus 1-2 semesters for ancient languages (5 years plus 0.5-1 year)

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