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About the Program

Catholic Theology in Religious Education-Teacher Training at the university is not a school of faith, but a reflection of the Christian faith in its Roman Catholic form. Students acquire discipline-related, didactic and practical theological skills in all theological subjects. They learn about the origin, content and understanding of the Bible, reflect on the history of the churches and their role in society, and acquire the ability to systematically reflect on traditional beliefs and Christian values. The program is offered in cooperation with the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Erfurt, which means commuting between university locations is necessary. A personal commitment to the Christian faith is a requirement, as students will need a church teaching licence (missio canonica) to be employed as religious education teachers.
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Catholic Theology in Religious Education-Teacher Training at the university is not a school of faith, but a reflection of the Christian faith in its Roman Catholic form. Students acquire discipline-related, didactic and practical theological skills in all theological subjects. They learn about the origin, content and understanding of the Bible, reflect on the history of the churches and their role in society, and acquire the ability to systematically reflect on traditional beliefs and Christian values. The program is offered in cooperation with the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Erfurt, which means commuting between university locations is necessary. A personal commitment to the Christian faith is a requirement, as students will need a church teaching licence (missio canonica) to be employed as religious education teachers.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Catholic Theology in Religious Education - Teacher Training FIRST STATE EXAM REGULAR SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is Catholic Theology in Religious Education - Teacher Training FIRST STATE EXAM REGULAR SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Catholic Theology in Religious Education - Teacher Training FIRST STATE EXAM REGULAR SCHOOL programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Catholic Theology in Religious Education - Teacher Training FIRST STATE EXAM REGULAR SCHOOL at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Catholic Theology in Religious Education - Teacher Training FIRST STATE EXAM REGULAR SCHOOL?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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