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Evangelische Fachtheologie (Master)

The goal of the Master's program in Evangelische Fachtheologie is to provide in-depth knowledge and understanding in the fields of Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology, and Religious Education, as well as the ability to evaluate complex theological contexts and make socially and ethically correct judgments. Students will become familiar with exegetical, philological, historical, philosophical, systematic, and human and social science methods. The objective is to acquire independent judgment, communication, and action competence.

Master of Theology

• Kennzahl: 066 790
• Duration: 4 semesters / 120 ECTS credits
• Language: German
• No admission procedure

Curriculum

The program consists of compulsory modules on the following topics:

• Old Testament research
• Theology and religious history of early Christianity
• Church history
• Dogmatics
• Systematic theology
• Selected reflection areas of practical theology
• Homiletic reflection and production process
• Specialist practice in Evangelical religion
• Interdisciplinary research in the Master's program

In addition, four elective modules are to be chosen. To complete the program, a Master's thesis and a Master's examination must be completed.

Facts & Figures

• Number of students: 27
• Number of graduates in the previous academic year: 6
• Median number of semesters until completion: 6.0
• Data status: 03.12.2024

Zulassungsverfahren

Information on admission

Infos zu Vorstudien

The following studies at the University of Vienna are potentially relevant:

• Evangelische Fachtheologie (Bachelor)
• Master Access Guide

Das Studium

The program includes compulsory modules and four elective modules. The compulsory modules cover topics such as:

• Old Testament research
• Theology and religious history of early Christianity
• Church history
• Dogmatics
• Systematic theology
• Practical theology
• Homiletic reflection and production process
• Specialist practice in Evangelical religion
• Interdisciplinary research

Elective modules include:

• Religionswissenschaftliche Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Arabische Kommunikation (5 ECTS)
• Biblische Hermeneutik (5 ECTS)
• Alttestamentliche Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Neutestamentliche Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Kirchengeschichtliche Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Patristik (5 ECTS)
• Christliche Archäologie (5 ECTS)
• Systematisch-theologische Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Praktisch-theologische Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Religionspsychologie (5 ECTS)
• Persönlichkeitsentwicklung und Selbsterfahrung (5 ECTS)
• Kirchliches Handeln: Diakonie und Gemeinde (5 ECTS)
• Religionsrechtliche Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Religionspädagogische Forschung (5 ECTS)
• Theologische Forschung (1) (5 ECTS)
• Theologische Forschung (2) (5 ECTS)

Nach dem Studium

Graduates can work in the following areas:

• Evangelical Church (e.g., parish ministry)
• School
• Adult education
• Social professions
• Media and publishing
• Art and culture
• Interreligious dialogue
• Science

Weiter nach dem Studium

• Doktorand*innenzentrum - everything about doctoral/PhD studies at the University of Vienna
• Alumniverband der Universität Wien
• Postgraduate Center - postgraduate further education at the University of Vienna
• Uniport - career service of the University of Vienna

Das Studium aus Perspektive der Absolvent*innen

Studium im Rückblick

Graduates give the program a grade of 2.0 (good) and rate the level of demand as 4.0 (high).

Berufseinstieg & Karriereverläufe

Graduates find a job within an average of 2 months after completing their studies and earn an average of 2,719 (women) or 2,702 (men) per month after 3 years.