General description

The specialized Master's degree program in Christianity in Society involves a
wide-ranging scholarly reflection of Christianity under consideration of its
biblical foundations and its history. The program focuses on the interaction
between Christianity and society in the past and in the present day. The program of study is designed for students who, after completing their Bachelor’s degree in a subject other than Theology, now wish to extensively
study subjects relating to Christianity in society in a targeted manner.
The
specialized Master's degree program in Christianity in Society at the Faculty
of Theology and the Study of Religion of the University of Zurich is recognized by the German Swiss
Reformed Condordat Churches as the university component of the program in
"Changing careers to become a Reformed Minister."

Admission requirements

Bachelor's degree in the humanities, social sciences or law. Successful completion of a language course in one of the ancient languages relevant to the course of study (Latin, Ancient Greek, Ancient Hebrew) at the level of the language courses required for Theology as a single major (12 ECTS credits).
Students who apply to the specialized Master's degree program in Christianity in Society must submit a letter of motivation of no more than four page (A4) to the Studies Commission. The
Studies Commission decides whether applicants will be accepted or rejected. The Studies Commission can set additional requirements for admission.

ECTS credits

120 ECTS Credits