Study programmes

The Bachelor’s study programme Protestant Theology concentrates mainly on a basic knowledge of theology in its systematic, historical, and cultural dimensions. Graduates are capable of working with biblical texts in the original languages, with the help of current specialist methods. They have basic skills in the field of the understanding and interpretation of texts (especially in the Christian tradition), and are capable of interpreting them in their relevant literary, historical and ideological contexts.
Particular attention is paid to acquiring a knowledge of the major world religions and the basic principles of the theology of religions, which provides graduates with the tools for taking part in interreligious dialogue. Students become familiar with the basic principles of philosophical thought, Christian ethics, and ecumenical issues, and are introduced to the dialogue between the different Christian traditions and their guiding ideas and ritual forms. They are prepared for further academic work, but they can also successfully enter the employment market in fields where an education in the humanities is required and a knowledge of value thinking and religious issues is an advantage.