Program Overview

Evangelische Theologie Diplom / Kirchliches Examen

The study of Evangelical Theology reflects the Christian faith of Evangelical orientation and asks how one can responsibly speak of God and humanity today. It deals with biblical foundations and the current shaping of faith, as well as the historical development of Christianity and the reflection of church action in communities and schools. Philosophical and religious studies components complement the study.

Overview

• Study Direction: Theology
• Study Type: Undergraduate
• Degree: Diplom, Kirchliches Examen
• Language of Instruction: German
• Study Form: Full-time, Part-time
• Start of Study: Winter semester, Summer semester
• Admission Restriction: No restriction
• Standard Study Period: 10 semesters
• Credit Points: 300

Admission Requirements

• Higher Education Entrance Qualification: General or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification
• Language Skills:
  • Latinum, Graecum, Hebraicum or equivalent knowledge
  • If these language skills are not proven at the beginning of the study, up to three additional semesters can be granted to acquire them.

Study Content

The study provides scientific knowledge and skills that are prerequisites for the profession of Evangelical pastor or for professional fields that require theological knowledge. The study is divided into:

• Basic and Advanced Modules in the disciplines of Evangelical Theology
• Philosophy
• Elective Area: At least 53 credit points from theological faculty courses, with the option to include up to 10 credit points from other faculties.

Structure of the Study

The study is divided into three phases: Grundstudium (basic study), Hauptstudium (main study), and Examensphase (examination phase).

• Grundstudium: 2 years, 120 credit points, including basic modules, philosophy, elective area, community internship, and ancient languages.
• Hauptstudium: 2 years, 120 credit points, including advanced modules, repetitions, and elective area.
• Examensphase: 1 year, 60 credit points, including the diploma thesis.

Specializations

Within the elective area, students can specialize in:

• Judaistik
• Missionswissenschaft
• Christliche Archäologie und Kirchliche Kunst
• Territorialkirchengeschichte
• Ökumenik and Konfessionskunde

Practical Components

• Praktika (internships): Community internship and diaconal internship
• Studienortwechsel (change of study location): Possible within Germany or abroad

Career Prospects

The study is primarily aimed at the profession of Evangelical pastor. However, it also qualifies for other church professions, such as community pedagogy. Through further education, additional qualifications, postgraduate studies, or a doctorate, career opportunities arise in:

• Science
• Education/Adult Education
• Associations and Parties
• Journalism
• Publishing
• Library and Archive Management
• Human Resource Management
• Politics
• Culture
• Social Welfare

Application

• Application Period: May 2nd to September 15th for the winter semester, December 1st to March 15th for the summer semester
• Application Portal: AlmaWeb
• International Students: Find information on application deadlines and procedures on the "International" page.