Masters Program Philosophy of Religion
The English-language Master‘s program Philosophy of Religion trains students in the skills needed to analyze religious and other worldviews. It does so both from the perspective of philosophy (especially metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics) and in dialogue with neighboring sciences such as theology and religious studies. The Master’s program illuminates the similarities and differences between religious and scientific truth claims, and explores the intersections between religion, society, and politics.
The program teaches the critical-thinking skills needed to develop reasoned and responsible viewpoints in contemporary social, intercultural, and interreligious contexts that require sensitivity to the plurality of worldviews in globalized societies.
Studying Online
The whole program can be studied either online via distance-learning or on-site. For full-time students, the program extends over four semesters (120 ECTS points). Flexible part-time arrangements are also possible.
Structure of the Program
The Masters program includes modules in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of language, and more, discussed in light of the big questions in philosophy of religion. You will study six compulsory modules and a selection of elective modules before embarking on your Master's thesis.
All online courses are administered according to the highest standards of quality for online teaching, providing direct and frequent contact with our lecturers in virtual classrooms. To find out more about the structure of the program click here.
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The whole course of study may be taken either online via distance-learning or on-site. Studied full-time, the course lasts 4 semesters over 2 years (120 ECTS points). Flexible part-time arrangements are also possible. All online courses are administered according to the highest standards of quality for online teaching, providing direct and regular communication in virtual classrooms, and easily accessible learning aids for self-study.
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Courses include for example introductory “big-question” classes; science and religion; ethics and the good life; criticism of religion; religion, culture, and society; epistemology and metaphysics of religion; as well as advanced groundwork in all major areas of philosophy (e.g., mind, ethics). The program includes modules in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of language, and more, discussed in light of the big questions in philosophy of religion. You can find all of the offered courses in the course catalog.
In order to complete the program in four semesters, you need to take all of the online courses that are offered each semester. Please keep in mind that every online course is offered only once every four semesters. If you miss an online course, you will have to wait until it is offered again, which will extend the overall duration of your studies.
You can find further information here under the heading "Diploma Thesis/Master's Thesis: Timely Planning up to the Defence".
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