Masters

Biblical Studies

University of Bonn

Bonn, Germany

Program Overview

The Master's programme in Biblical Studies (MBSt) includes: in the compulsory area, the study of the methods of analysis and interpretation of the original language texts of...

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October)

Duration

2 semesters

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Career Outcomes

Academic ResearcherCultural Policy AdvisorCommunications SpecialistInternational Programme Coordinator

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €70,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

English proficiency, under the terms of the Common European Framework of Reference for language (CEFR) (German: Gemeinsamer Europäischer Referenzrahmen [GER]), with a minimum CEFR level B2 or comparable accomplishments in one of the following language tests is required: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or equivalent Applicants are exempt who can show that they have achieved the matriculation standard for a university from an English-speaking school and/or the completion of a university degree in a programme conducted at least partially in the English language. Exceptions are brought before the Examination Board. Sufficient knowledge of Hebrew and Greek to work on source texts in their original languages (proof of completed language courses in Biblical Hebrew and New Testament Greek)

IELTS not requiredLanguage certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

The Biblical Studies consecutive Master’s programme is aimed at applicants who have a first university degree in Protestant Theology, Roman Catholic Theology, Old Catholic Theology, Religion Studies or a similar programme. Students need to have acquired at least 240 ECTS in their first academic degree. Proof of having already worked on biblical source texts in the original languages (to the extent of one course respectively) and sufficient knowledge of Hebrew and Greek is to be provided. English language proficiency is required (see below for details). International applicants who are not considered as equivalent to German citizens by or on the basis of international treaties and who do not have a German university entrance qualification must pass the examination to determine their ability to study (Appendix 3, Examination Regulations).

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

Not specified

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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