Diploma Programme Catholic Theology
Curriculum (2021W)
Magistra/Magister der Theologie (Mag.theol.)
Duration/ ECTS-Credits
10 semesters / 300 ECTS-Credits
Mode of Study
Full-Time
Language
German
Admission Requirements
Secondary school completion certificate or equivalent and Language Certificates
Faculty
Faculty of Catholic Theology
ISCED-F
0221 Religion and Theology
Study Code
C 011
Supplemental Examination
Supplemental examination in Latin is required before completion of the first diploma examination if this subject was not completed satisfactorily with at least 10 credit hours at a higher-level secondary school. Supplemental examination in Greek is required before completion of the first diploma examination if this subject was not completed satisfactorily with at least 10 credit hours at a higher-level secondary school ("Oberstufe") after the eigth grade.
The curriculum is the basis of a degree programme. A look at the curriculum for the Diploma Programme Catholic Theology gives you a detailed overview of the structure, content, examination regulations and qualification profile of this diploma programme.
The curriculum can clarify several important questions before you start your studies. For example, which criteria must be fulfilled for enrolment in the Diploma Programme Catholic Theology, how long the programme lasts, which modules must be completed and much more.
The 2021W curriculum is currently valid for the Diploma Programme Catholic Theology.
Information on the Curriculum (2021W)
The complete version of the curriculum reflects the currently valid version of the curriculum. It is for informational purposes only and is not legally binding. The legally binding version of the curriculum, including any amendments, may be found in the University of Innsbruck Bulletins.
In order to determine which version of the curriculum is applicable in your case, see the Catalogue of Studies,
available at: https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/lfuonline_meinestudien.studienblatt
Section: Current Curriculum version.
- English version of the Curriculum (from Ocotber 1 2021)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin September 15th 2021, Issue 104. Stück, No. 1052 (Amendment of the Curriculum)
- University of Innsbruck Bulletin June 23 2021, Issue 83, No. 883
Studies Induction and Orientation Stage (STEOP)
(1) Within the scope of the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage, which takes place in the first semester, the following course examinations must be passed:
1. VO Introduction to the Faith of the Church (CM 1 lit. a, 2 hrs., 3 ECTS-Credits),
2. VO Fundamentals of Metaphysics (CM 3 lit. a, 2 hrs., 3.5 ECTS-Credits),
3. VO General Sacramental Theology (CM 1 lit. c, 1 h., 2.5 ECTS-Credits),
4. VO Critical Thinking (CM 2 lit. a, 1 h., 1.5 ECTS-Credits).
(2) Successful passing of all exams of the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage entitles to passing all further courses and examinations.
(3) Before successful completion of the Studies Induction and Orientation Stage courses amounting to 19.5 ECTS-Credits may be passed. The requirements specified in the curriculum must be met.
Recommended Course Sequence
First Part of Studies:
7.5 ECTS-Credits: CM Theological Thinking and Working
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Knowledge and Argumentation
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Fundamentals of Metaphysics
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Philosophical Anthropology
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO History of Philosophy in Antiquity and the Middle Ages
2.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Biblical Hebrew II
1.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Introduction to the Old Testament
1.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Introduction to the New Testament
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Environment and Contemporary History of the Bible
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Fundamentals of Ethics
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO History of Philosophy and Modern Times
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Philosophical Doctrine of God
2.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Biblical Hebrew II
4.0 ECTS-Credits: PS Biblical Studies and Historical Theology
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Church History: Beginnings to the Early Middle Ages
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Patrology: Central Debates
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Liturgical Science: Introduction to the Liturgy
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Catechetics and Religious Education: Criteriology
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Foundation of Exegesis of the Old Testament: Torah and History Books
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Foundation of Exegesis New Testament: Gospels and Acts of the Apostles
7.5 ECTS-Credits: CM Fundamental Theology and Religious Studies
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Church History: High Middle Ages to the Reformation Period
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Church History: Early Modern Times to the Present
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Liturgical Science: Baptism and the Eucharist
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Pastoral Theology
1.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Places of Pastoral Care
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Foundation of Exegesis of the Old Testament: Prophets and Writings
3.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Foundation of Exegesis New Testament: Letter Literature and the Revelation of John
7.5 ECTS-Credits: CM Dogmatic Theology: Central Secrets of Faith
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Fundamentals of Moral Theology
2.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Ethics of Relationships
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Canon Law: Introduction
5.0 ECTS-Credits: Interdisciplinary Skills
2.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Applied Moral Theology
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Social Teaching of the Church
5.0 ECTS-Credits: PM Fundamental Theology and Religious Studies
10.0 ECTS-Credits: PM Exemplary Examination of a Topic II
10.0 ECTS-Credits: Interdisciplinary Skills
5.0 ECTS-Credits: PM Bible Theology
10.0 ECTS-Credits: PM Exemplary Examination of a Topic I
15.0 ECTS-Credits: Interdisciplinary Skills
Second Part of Studies:
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Exegesis of the New Testament
10.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Theological Anthropology and Perfection Theory
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Selected Topics in Moral Theology
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Selected Topics in Christian Social Teaching
1.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Patrology and Church History: Formative Moments
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Special Questions of Patrology and Church History
2.5 ECTS-Credits: VO Liturgical Science: Celebrations in the Rhythm of Time
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Contemporary Philosophy
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Exegesis of the Old Testament
2.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Spiritual Theology
2.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Ecumenical Dialogue Today
7.5 ECTS-Credits: CM Fundamental Theology and Theology of Religions
3.0 ECTS-Credits: VU Special Questions in Liturgical Science
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Pastoral Dimensions
10.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Psychology and Ethics
4.0 ECTS-Credits: VO Ecclesiology
4.0 ECTS-Credits: UE Homiletics
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Canon Law: Fundamental Administrations in Ecclesial Life
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Advanced Exemplary Study II
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Preparation of the Diploma Thesis
5.0 ECTS-Credits: CM Advanced Exemplary Study I
20.0 ECTS-Credits: Diploma Thesis
2.5 ECTS-Credits: CM Diploma Thesis Defence
First Part of Studies:
Second Part of Studies:
| Semester | ECTS-AP | Titel |
|---|---|---|
Minor
As part of the Diploma Programme, a Minor of 30 ECTS-Credits can be completed.
More information and a list of possible Minors can be found at:
https://www.uibk.ac.at/studium/angebot/wahlpakete/
Extension Programme
Within the scope of the Study Extension Programme Programme corresponding to 60 ECTS-Credits may be passed. Admission to the Extension Programme requires the admission to or the having passed of one of the selected Study Programmes. Detailed information: https://www.uibk.ac.at/studium/angebot/es-informatik/
Dates
Defensio dates
Winter semester 2023/2024:
- Di, 3 October 2023 (deadline for registration Di, 12 September 2023)
- Di, 24 October 2023 (deadline for registration Di, 03 October 2023)
- Di, 30 January 2024 (deadline for registration Di, 09 January 2024)
Summer semester 2024:
- Di, 5 March 2024 (deadline for registration Di, 13 February 2024)
- Di, 19 March 2024 (deadline for registration Di, 27 February 2024)
- Di, 25 June 2024 (deadline for registration Di, 04 June 2024)
Winter semester 2024/2025
- Di, 8. October 2024 (deadline for registration: Di, 17. September 2024)
- Di, 22. October 2024 (deadline for registration: Di, 1. October 2024)
- Di, 28. January 2025 (deadline for registration: Di, 7. January 2025)
Summer semester 2025
- Di, 4. March 2025 (deadline for registration: Di, 11. February 2025)
- Di, 25. March 2025 (deadline for registration: Di, 4. March 2025)
- Di, 24. June 2025 (deadline for registration: Di, 3. June 2025)
Information about examination regulations, assessment and grading
Examination regulations
The examination regulation is an integral part of the curriculum, detailed information can be found under the paragraph examination regulations.
The grade distribution table is a statistical representation of the distribution of all successfully completed examinations in a given programme of study or subject (based on all registered students for the programme or subject). The grade distribution table is updated in regular intervals.
| A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian grading scheme | Definition | %-age | ||
| 1 | EXCELLENT: Outstanding performance | 56.4 | = 100% | |
| 2 | GOOD: Generally good, but with some errors | 27.5 | ||
| 3 | SATISFACTORY: Generally sound work with a number of substantial errors | 11.0 | ||
| 4 | SUFFICIENT: Performance meets the minimum criteria | 5.1 | ||
| 5 | INSUFFICIENT: Substantial improvement necessary; requirement of further work |
December 2020
Overall classification of the qualification
Not applicable
Explanation: An overall classification (mit Auszeichnung bestanden/pass with distinction, bestanden/pass, nicht bestanden/fail) – is awarded only for examinations that conclude a programme of study and consist of more than one subject (an examination of this type is not specified in the curriculum of this programme of study).
Forms (in German only)
- Examination Records (First Diploma Examination)
- Examination Records (Second Diploma Examination)
- Application for the Diploma Thesis
- Assessment of the compulsory module: Preparation of the Diploma Thesis
- Recognition of examsAND Supplementary Sheet
- Cover Sheet for the Diploma Thesis
- Declaration of Academic Honesty
- Submission of the Diploma Thesis
- To block the Diploma Thesis
- Application for Admission to the third and fourth repetition of a course examination
Contact and Information
Examination Office
Location Universitätsstraße 15
Dean of Studies
Priv.-Doz. Dr. Liborius Olaf Lumma
Information about the Programme (in German only)
Guidelines for electronic submission and publication of academic theses and Instuctions from the ULB