Ecumenical and Extended Ecumenical Studies

The MESt programme examines the plurality of Christian traditions, churches, and theologies together with ecumenism and interreligious interaction in historical and contemporary contexts. It is designed as a research-oriented master's degree that equips students for advanced theological and ecumenical work.

Academic requirements

International applicants without German university entrance qualification must prove they have passed the aptitude test for university studies (Annex 4, Examination Regulations).

Minimum GPA

None stated.

English requirements

English at least at CEFR B2 or equivalent. The official programme pages mention TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge, or comparable proof.

Accepted bachelor fields

Applicants need a first degree in Catholic Theology, Protestant Theology, Old Catholic Theology, Orthodox Theology, Religious Education, Religious Studies, or a related field. The official admission information also requires in-depth knowledge of a Christian denomination evidenced by at least 60 ECTS or comparable prior study; the one-year track requires at least 240 CP in the prior degree, while the extended two-year track requires at least 180 CP.