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Master German + English Social Sciences

Interreligiöse StudienInterreligious Studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Interreligious Studies focuses on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It provides transcultural competencies that enable students to reflect on their own perspectives and those of others to build bridges between different religious communities. The program combines historical, religious studies, and theological approaches in a research-oriented and application-focused manner. Students study the three Abrahamic religions comparatively, learn about their interconnected histories, and explore their potential for peace and conflict. The curriculum includes modules on holy scriptures and their interpretative traditions, history of Abrahamic religions, fields of interreligious dialogue, theology of interreligious relations, and concepts of God, humanity, and world in Abrahamic religions. The program also includes a professional internship in an interreligious or transcultural field.
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The Master's program in Interreligious Studies focuses on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It provides transcultural competencies that enable students to reflect on their own perspectives and those of others to build bridges between different religious communities. The program combines historical, religious studies, and theological approaches in a research-oriented and application-focused manner. Students study the three Abrahamic religions comparatively, learn about their interconnected histories, and explore their potential for peace and conflict. The curriculum includes modules on holy scriptures and their interpretative traditions, history of Abrahamic religions, fields of interreligious dialogue, theology of interreligious relations, and concepts of God, humanity, and world in Abrahamic religions. The program also includes a professional internship in an interreligious or transcultural field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Interreligiöse Studien at Theologische Fakultät Trier

Is Interreligiöse Studien at Theologische Fakultät Trier taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Interreligiöse Studien 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 Interreligiöse Studien at Theologische Fakultät Trier?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 Interreligiöse Studien?

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 Theologische Fakultät Trier — 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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