BA Catholic Religion, Teacher Training

Eine Gruppe von Studenten, die zusammen am Tisch sitzen. Universitätsstudenten beim Gruppenstudium.

What will I learn?
The study programme offers a comprehensive overview of the central contents of the Christian faith and its formations in history and the present. In addition, the basic features of other religions, spiritualities and world views are developed. Students learn various scientific methods for analyzing texts from the Bible and tradition. This strengthens their ability to argue and judge in church and social discussions. This enables them to accompany students in their questions about faith, meaning and happiness. In addition to "Religion", a second subject must be chosen. Students deepen their pedagogical knowledge at the School of Education and in practical phases at school.

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What makes Salzburg so special as a place to study?
In the centre of one of the most beautiful cities of Europe, the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Salzburg offers you an academic locus which meets the global challenges of modern life. With the Fakultätsschwerpunkt “Theologie interkulturell und Studium der Religionen” (Intercultural Theology and Religious Studies) we focus on different cultural religious contexts and examine the meaning of faith for the modern post-secular society. Our students’ contentment lies close to our faculty’s heart. Small courses, constant support and a personal atmosphere contribute to our students’ well-being.

Seminarsituation

Which career opportunities do I have?
Teaching position at schools; more detailed provisions are governed by the service law.

Course Duration / ECTS: 8 Semester / 240 ECTS
University degree: Bachelor of Education (BEd)
Admission Requirements:
– Matura or school leaving certificate (e.g., Abitur (GER), GCElevels (UK), Diplome du Baccalaureat de l’Enseignement duSecond Degre (F), Titulo de Bachiller (E), Attestat (RSF)), which is comparable in length and quality to the Austrian Matura
– dazu kommt das universitäre Aufnahmeverfahren und ggf. eine Ergänzungsprüfung aus Latein, die bis zum Ende des 5. Semesters absolviert sein muss.
-in addition, there is the university admission procedure and, if necessary, a supplementary examination in Latin, which must be completed by the end of the 5th semester.
Curriculum (Studienplan)
Curriculum BA in Catholic Religion (Teacher Training) – Catholic Religion part only (p.328-352)

Dates and Deadlines: 
– The dates and deadlines change every semester.
– The current deadlines and dates can be found here.
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