Comparative Theological Studies

The Master of Comparative Theological Studies offers research-focused study of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism through comparative theology. It combines core work in comparative theology, law and religion, and Jewish-Christian-Muslim relations with elective theological and historical modules.

Academic requirements

Proficiency in an ancient language (e.g. Latin, Greek, Hebrew, or Arabic)

Minimum GPA

None stated.

English requirements

Advanced English proficiency at minimum CEFR B2. The official CTSI page lists TOEFL iBT 72 or PBT 533, IELTS 5.5, or comparable proof; applicants may be exempt if their prior schooling or degree was sufficiently English-medium.

Accepted bachelor fields

Applicants need a bachelor's degree equivalent to 240 credit points in Catholic Theology, Protestant Theology, Islamic Theology or Islamic Studies, Jewish Theology or Judaic Studies, Religious Studies, or a related discipline. The official CTSI page also requires proficiency in an ancient language such as Latin, Greek, Hebrew, or Arabic.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

345.07 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the official University of Bonn costs page.

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 345.07 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the official University of Bonn costs page.

The official CTSI page explicitly mentions preparation for policy and advisory roles and for advanced comparative theological and interreligious work.

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