Your future begins in Siegen
The Master's degree course in Christian Theologies in Ecumenical Perspective familiarizes you with in-depth aspects of Christian theologies and their influences and influences on and through European culture. The program takes an interdenominational standpoint. Topics are thus considered from the perspectives of both Roman Catholic and Protestant theological traditions.
By alternating perspectives, you will recognize differences and similarities between the two confessions and learn to understand the confessional influences and their social effects in greater depth. Denominational differences remain visible, but are discussed critically and constructively.
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Career prospects
The Master's degree in Christian Theologies in an Ecumenical Perspective qualifies you for fields of work in the church sector, e.g. in education and development work or in interdenominational and interreligious projects and jobs. The churches in Germany in particular are currently experiencing a shortage of theologically trained personnel, which you can use as an opportunity by completing the course.
Students about the Christian Theology program

Study theology? In Siegen? Of course!
The location close to home and the newly launched Master's degree program: Christian Theologies in Ecumenical Perspective. These are just two of many other points that tipped the scales in my favor when I decided to study theology in Siegen.
The campuses range from historical to ultra-modern. That's what makes the University of Siegen so charming for me.
There's also another point. In my opinion, this should not be underestimated:
Unlike at many other universities, the professors and teaching staff are not only interested in the latest research and its communication. In Siegen, they are also approachable after the lecture. Not only as people of intellectual respect, but also as people. As a student here, you are not just a number among many. You are seen.
You know each other. You meet each other. You greet each other.
In my opinion, this is where the bridge is built between pure knowledge transfer and humanity. The Faculty of Philosophy manages this balancing act very well across disciplines and denominations.
In the Master's in CTiöP, students have the opportunity to select and take courses from both the Protestant and Catholic denominations.
Looking beyond one's own horizons not only opens up new horizons of knowledge, but also significantly expands the possibilities for later employment.
From my point of view, I can give a clear recommendation for the degree program at Faculty I in Siegen. Knowledge transfer close to the times. Close to people.
Christian Theologies Alumni
Proof of a first professionally qualifying degree from a degree program on which this Master's degree program builds. This includes:
Bachelor's degree in a combined degree program with the core subject Christian Theologies in an Ecumenical Perspective or
a Bachelor's degree in a teacher training program with the subject Catholic or Protestant Religious Education or
a comparable degree.
The current examination regulations always apply.
Examination regulations including study plans and module descriptions
Framework Examination Regulations (RPO-M) and the General Subject-Specific Regulations of the Subject Examination Regulations (PHIL-FPO-M) define the general framework conditions for studying in Siegen and at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
In addition, the Subject Examination Regulations of the individual (partial) degree programs (FPOs) define the basic structures of a (partial) degree program (e.g. admission requirements and content to be studied). The subject examination regulations are accompanied by study course plans, which represent the recommended exemplary course of study in the individual subjects, as well as module descriptions (content-related information on modules).
The current version of an FPO automatically applies to students when they enrol for their first semester.
Good reasons for studying Christian Theology at the University of Siegen
- Protestant and Catholic theology at first hand and in close exchange
- familiar atmosphere with the possibility of close contact with the lecturers
- a clear view of the position of religion in a secular environment
- Opportunity to design your studies according to your own interests
- diverse combinations of theology with other subjects in the degree program