Chair of Systematic Theology (Catholic)

The focus of systematic theology is the rational and accountable discourse of God. Taking into account current research, systematic theology reflects the contents of Catholic faith and social doctrine, and brings them into dialogue with other religions, non-religious concepts of the world, and the natural sciences. It consciously exposes itself to criticism and questioning. The aim of this theological sub-discipline is to be able to rationally take responsibility for one's own beliefs. Systematic Theology at TU Dresden focuses on 'classical' dogmatic topics (creation theory, the doctrine of God, Christology, eschatology, sacramentology), as well as on philosophical issues of religion, environmental ethics, and moral theology. One of the main priorities of the Chair is to address controversial socio-political questions that concern a fair coexistence of all living beings and the theological answers to which are currently highly debated.

The sources for systematic theology are the Holy Scriptures, church history, and ecclesiastical documents, as well as statements by theologians from various theological schools, texts by mystics, and literary, artistic, and cultural forms of expression.

The courses of the Chair strive to illustrate the relevance of the teaching-learning formats and contents for the students' future professions. The course offer is complemented and enhanced by guest lecturers and excursions.