Protestant Theology and Religious Studies as subject in the Master’s Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools
(Master of Education)
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International application: German C1
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A school internship and a further internship (in a company, a social institution, a sports club, etc.) for at least four weeks must have been completed (compulsory).
Stay abroad possible, but not obligatory.
Short Description
The subject Protestant Theology is offered as one of two subjects within the Master’s Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools.
Protestant theology involves academic reflection of the Christian faith. Based on its biblical foundations, the issue of faith is broached as a historical phenomenon as well as an element of individual, ecclesiastical and social reality. God, man and the world – and the interactions between them – are addressed from the perspective of Reformed theology. Various conceptions of transcendence, religion and faith help students to comprehend the study content. In this way, students gain the skills required to discuss fundamental questions of life with children, adolescents and adults in their later professional life. The religious landscape in Europe and the globalised world has changed dramatically. Our lifeworld is characterised by growing secularisation as well as a return to religiosity in many areas. The aim of the degree programme is to enable students to determine and assess these processes from the Protestant perspective and, on the basis of their own reasoned stance, to guide others in the search for their positions.
Cross-denominational courses are offered in close cooperation with the Catholic Theology Section. Courses include field trips and block courses that enable students to expand on their knowledge outside the university. The Evangelical Church in Germany (EKD) provides mentorship to students throughout the degree programme.
Further information on the website of the Institute of Theology (German language only)
Course Content
- Biblical theology (Old and New Testament)
- Ecumenism
- History of Christianity
- Interlinking of theological disciplines
- Networking between universities and schools
- Systematic theology
Graduates are able to
- understand and analyse the Christian religion, past and present
- take an independent and reasoned stance on theology and religious education
- reflect critically on religious positions and traditions in church, school, culture and society, and assign them to problem areas of religious education
- critically interpret biblical and historical sources both historically and with regard to the present day
- understand Christianity in the context of general cultural and religious history
- reflect on ethical problems from a theological perspective
- provide information on a number of non-Christian religions.
In a bid to teach students theological skills, theology considers its origins and the criteria for speaking about God in the bible (Biblical Theology); explores the history of Christianity (Historical Theology); interprets faith in a scientifically supported manner in the context of the search for truth (Systematic Theology); and considers the significance of theology and faith for the life of humankind and the understanding of reality in such a way that students are able to structure and support religious educational processes responsibly (Religious Studies).
Semester | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Compulsory modules | Topic module 5: Workshop Seminar [5 CP]
| Topic module 6: Intrareligious and Interreligious Dialogue [8 CP]
| Topic module 7: Practical Training (Teacher Training Course for Grammar Schools) [7 CP]
| Master’s thesis [25 CP]
|
- An enquiring mind
- Enjoyment of academically analysing the Christian faith
- An interest in ancient languages
- An interest in history and philosophy
- The desire to gain an intellectual understanding of past and present faith
- Willingness to undertake extensive text reception and interpretation
- Keenness to debate
- Good communication and social skills
- Teaching at various types of school
- Work in areas such as the media, publishing, librarianship, journalism, politics, culture, social work and in educational institutions in which theological expertise is required
- An academic career (e.g. a doctorate)
Admission Requirements
An undergraduate degree in a related field of study, such as
For master's degree programmes with unrestricted admission, all applicants who fulfil the admission requirements will be admitted a university place. The exact admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations:
Application Deadlines
First-year students (application from non-EU countries: VPD from uni-assist is required)
- 1 June – 15 July of the year for the winter semester
- 1 December – 15 January of the year for the summer semester, only when there are vacant capacities
Students resuming their studies and transfer students (application in a higher semester)
- 1 June – 15 July of the year for the winter semester
- 1 December – 15 January of the year for the summer semester
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