Bachelor’s Programme Islamic-Theological Studies

Are you interested in a contemporary, authentic, gender- and diversity-sensitive presentation of Islam and would you like to understand and apply scientific findings and methods of Islamic theology and religious education?

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The bachelor's program in Islamic Theological Studies offers a well-founded theological and practice-oriented education with a focus on Islamic Theology and Religious Education. In addition to the professional competencies, the program imparts a scientifically responsible approach to religions, worldviews and beliefs in a pluralistic society.

Please note: the language of instruction for this programme is German.

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UC 033 674

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Why is it worth studying Islamic-Theological Studies?

Graduates will be able to apply research findings and teaching methods of Islamic culture and religion in the fields of community, education (primary and secondary), counselling and spiritual guidance. They have fundamental knowledge that enables them to assess further scientific developments in theological and pedagogical fields and to apply them in an interdisciplinary manner according to the acquired competences.

What are the main topics of the study programme?

The Bachelor’s Programme in Islamic-Theological Studies includes two specialisations which allow students to specialise in the field of Islamic Theology or Islamic Religious Education. It systematically combines research and teaching and enables graduates to apply the theories, methods and instruments of the discipline in a practice-oriented way.

In addition to advanced knowledge and skills in the subject, the graduates also acquire the competence to be innovative and to have a critical, scientifically responsible way of dealing with faith and religion in the public. They also will have an awareness for questions of gender research.

What career opportunities do I have with this degree?

The specialisation in Islamic Theology qualifies students for work in mosque congregations in the field of non-school education, counselling and spiritual guidance, e.g. as prayer leaders, adult education, children's and youth work as well as spiritual care in hospitals, for seniors, in prisons and in the military.

The specialisation on Islamic Religious Education qualifies for all areas in education, such as schools, religious education, adult education, children’s and youth work as well as public relations and consulting. The subject-specific training is complemented by fundamentals of educational studies, subject didactics and educational-practical studies in connection with practical school experience.

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What are further study programmes for graduates of this programme at the University of Innsbruck?

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