The degree programme is offered in cooperation with the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt.
| Degree awarded | Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) |
|---|---|
| Duration | Standard period of study: 6 semesters Part-time study study duration: 12 semesters |
| Starts in | October (winter semester) |
| Language of instruction | German |
During the programme, which consists of two study phases, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of various theological disciplines: The first study phase, Theological Foundations, is subject-specific and offers a general introduction to academic work, digital study and theological thinking. They deal with all theological disciplines, e.g. exegesis and biblical theology, church history or philosophy.
In the second phase, you will focus on Theology and Society with the sub-areas Christianity in Responsibility and Christianity and the Church in Context. Discussion and in-depth study take centre stage and the specialist content gradually fades into the background. You will learn to develop independent theological positions, reflect on them academically and contribute to debates within the Church and in general society.
You can find detailed information on the course content as well as a FAQ with frequently asked questions and answers about the degree programme on the degree programme page of the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt [German content].
Thanks to largely digital teaching and learning formats with only a few days of attendance per academic year, you will be able to gain a bachelor's degree in Catholic Theology flexibly and wherever you live, which can open up new career paths for you. You can expect a blended learning concept with phases of individual work (supported by learning videos and materials) and phases of communication in digital courses and exercises with fellow students and lecturers.
You have the choice of studying the programme full-time (6 semesters) or part-time (12 semesters), so you can continue your education while working.
This bachelor's degree prepares you for a job with a Church employer or for continued study in a master's degree programme in theology or other areas (e.g. Passau's M.A. Charity Studies or Eichstätt's Master's degree (Magister) in Catholic Theology).
If you are already working in pastoral church ministry or a related field without any previous theological training, e.g. in the area of church administration or Caritas, in associations or educational institutions with a Church background, this degree programme offers a further formal qualifications which will facilitate your next career steps.
Compulsory modules
The degree programme imparts fundamental knowledge in the subjects:
The modules are designed to be interdisciplinary and, after the initial study phase, are structured to be topical and relevant to today's world.
Compulsory elective modules
The elective area offers you the opportunity to specialise individually in the following modules:
In the compulsory elective area, you will also take a module in non-theological disciplines.
This programme starts in October (winter semester) every year.
The B.A. Catholic Theology is under open admission.
Enrolment takes place via the central enrolment portal of the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt. Please note the current enrolment deadlines of our partner university.
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