Master’s Programme
Catholic Religious Education

The students of the Master’s Degree Programme in Catholic Religious Education deepen their practice-oriented knowledge in theology and teaching religious education. Special emphasis is placed on qualifying students for religious instruction at all types of schools as well as for leading positions in adult education as well as counseling and pastoral care. In this programme education, pastoral care, pedagogy and leadership are seen from a theological perspective while also being considered from various other points of views. Students gain further communication, interdisciplinary and interfaith competencies.

Students acquire fundamental knowledge of education as well as Catholic theology pedagogy and undertake practicum sessions in schools.

With the completion of the programme, graduates acquire the admission requirements for the Doctoral Programme in Catholic Theology.

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Please note: the language of instruction for this programme is German.

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Master of Arts (MA)

Duration/ECTS-Credits
4 semesters/120 ECTS-Credits

Mode of Study
Full-time

Language
German

Requirements
Relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent, language certificates

Curriculum
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Highlights

study theological topics in religious education
study topics relevant to society
learn about religion and philosophy of life in schools, colleges and other educational institutions
evaluate church-related and social reality from the perspective of Christian faith
internalise subject specific knowledge and doctrine