Cross-Cultural Theology, Migration and Global Cooperation Hermannsburg University of Applied Sciences for Intercultural Theology

Study Type

undergraduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Focus

Inter-Cultural Theology, Hermeneutics of the Bible, Interreligious Dialogue, Christian Denominations, Cross-Cultural Community Work, Project Management, Migration from an Interdisciplinary Perspective, Pastoral care, Global cooperation of churches and religious organisations, Migration and interculturality in the Bible

Annotation

Why Intercultural Theology? We live in a world characterised by MOBILITY, MIGRATION and GLOBALISATION. The encounters of people with different cultural and religious backgrounds are increasing all over the world. This results in new opportunities and challenges for society, church, diaconia and ecumenism. In many professional, private, church and social contexts the question arises: How can intercultural and interreligious exchange between people of different backgrounds be shaped constructively? This question is the central field of activity at our university of applied sciences. At the heart of academic training and research at FIT are the ability to engage in intercultural dialogue and the appreciative examination of different religions and denominations. The goal of the degree course ITMGZ is to provide an academically sound understanding of the forms and diversity of Christianity in the world and other religious traditions. The students learn to analyse the challenges faced by religious communities as a result of globalisation, migration and an intensified encounter of different cultures and religious traditions. They develop cross-cultural conversational skills and acquire theological and interreligious leadership and organisational skills.

Admission modus

No admission of first-year students

Admission requirements (Link)

Admission requirements

(1) Entrance qualification for studies at universities of applied sciences, (2) General or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (3) previous school or vocational training (at least 3 years of vocational training in a field related to the degree course) recognised as equivalent to the entrance qualification for studies at universities of applied sciences. The programme is taught primarily in English. Admission requires a language certificate equivalent to at least 72 TOEFL points. This rule does not apply to applicants who qualified for admission in an education system in an English-speaking country. It is not required but German language skills are recommended.

Fees

500.00 EUR / semester

Fees (Link)

In addition to the tuition fee, semester fees are payable in the following amounts: - Student Union (AStA) contribution: EUR 10.00 per semester - contribution for the semester ticket: Currently EUR 140.00 per semester

Main language

English