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Saarland University

Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Religion in Europe

Original title: Religion in Europa (M.A.)

German4 semesters (2 years)No Tuition / Semester Fee OnlySaarland

This interdisciplinary Master's program examines religious pluralism, identities, and interactions among Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and other religions in Europe through theological, philosophical, and social scientific perspectives.

Overview

Why this program?

International-student friendly
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Religion & Theology
Focus on Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and other religions in Europe
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Religion in Europe

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for interdisciplinary careers involving theology, religious studies, cultural analysis, or related fields.

Career outcomes

  • Religious research and academia
  • Cultural and social consultancy
  • Interfaith dialogue facilitation
  • Cultural heritage management
  • Education and public outreach

Skills you will learn

  • Interdisciplinary analysis of religions
  • Research methods in theology and social sciences
  • Language skills in ancient and modern languages
  • Critical thinking on religious identities
  • Understanding of European religious history and pluralism

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent in humanities or cultural sciences; Minimum 20 credit points in Theology or Religious Studies; Basic knowledge (3 CP each) in two languages from Latin, Greek (classical or Koine), Hebrew, or Arabic; German proficiency at C1 level for non-native speakers
Deadline31 August for Winter semester; Last day of February for Summer semester; 15 July for international applicants without recognized German certificate (Winter semester); 15 January for international applicants without recognized German certificate (Summer semester)
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNo tuition fees; semester contribution applies
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Religious research and academia
Cultural and social consultancy
Interfaith dialogue facilitation
Cultural heritage management
Education and public outreach

University

Saarland University

Saarland University is located in Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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