General description

The Bachelor's degree program in Hermeneutics as a minor program of study introduces students to the most important issues relating to the theory of interpretation and understanding. It also offers an overview of the main phases of the historical development of the discipline of hermeneutics, as well as current positions and debates in the field. Methods of exegesis and interpretation are critically analyzed in terms of their presuppositions and implications. This aspect is particularly addressed through interdisciplinary discussions with subject areas that make extensive use of interpretation (e.g.
theology, religious studies, philosophy, literature, history, law), as well as through an analysis of the methodologies used in empirical research in various disciplines.

Admission requirements

For general Informations on Application see: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application; More Informations in regulations and admission requirements of the program of study.

Branch of studies

Theology

ECTS credits

60 ECTS Credits

Major/minor subject combinations

A minor in Hermeneutics can basically be combined with any major study program at the University of Zurich.