Degree program in which this course can be chosen

• Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (Bachelor)

Notes on the application process

For applications for joint degree programs where at least one subject has restricted admission requirements, the application deadline for restricted admission degree programs applies.

Combination degree

Das 2. Hauptfach Katholische Theologie Interdisziplinär kann ausschließlich mit dem 1. Hauptfach Katholische Theologie kombiniert werden.

General information for the course

Interdisciplinary Catholic Theology can be studied in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences degree program in combination with the 1^st major in Catholic Theology. It offers both an interdisciplinary overview and knowledge of the interaction between the theological subjects represented, such as the exegetical, historical, systematic and practical disciplines in relation to each other, as well as in dialogue with other disciplines. The discipline-specific contribution of Catholic theology to social, political, and cultural discourses is considered in a close interweaving of theory and practice.

Interdisciplinary Catholic Theology can be studied as a 2^nd major in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences degree program. It can only be chosen in combination with a 1^st major in Catholic Theology.

Study contents

At its core, theology is an interdisciplinary subject that critically analyzes religion and the church from a variety of perspectives. Systematic, historical, literary and linguistic, as well as exegetical, legal and practical perspectives offer a wide range of approaches to issues that are relevant to our time and shape our society. In the secular context of Dresden, theology expands the cultural memory of other sciences in an appropriate way and introduces critical elements against tendencies of cultural and intellectual forgetfulness into the scientific and societal discourse. In disciplinary and interdisciplinary modules, theology reveals itself as a science that incorporates different forms of thought and promotes discourse in complex structures.

The subject of Interdisciplinary Catholic Theology as part of the BA in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science of TU Dresden teaches the fundamental principles of theology as well as additional subject-specific skills that are indispensable for interdisciplinary dialogue and the ability to engage in discourse, especially in a secular context. In this sense, it offers a more in-depth study of Catholic theology in combination with a six-month professional internship or with one of the supplementary areas of Protestant theology, social sciences, or biology.

Stay abroad

Would you like to spend a semester abroad? Whether it is a semester of studies, an internship or a language course abroad, you will definitely benefit from the international experience. You can improve your knowledge of your subject and language skills, establish new contacts, make friends, get to know other cultures, and much more. You can find further information on the International Office’s website.

Mandatory internship during studies

Combined with a half-year vocational internship (6 months) or with a supplementary area in Protestant theology, social sciences, or biology.

Study documents

The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation

The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.

Contacts

Central Student Information and Counselling Service

Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science

Additional information