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Faculty of Protestant Theology

The blending of dedicated teaching, fearless research, ecumenical collaboration, and, of course the joie de vivre of the Rhineland, makes the Bonn Protestant Theology Faculty what it is: an exceptional and inviting bastion of theological scholarship.

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„Theology - sets you free!“ – Interview with Professor Dr. Markus Saur

"The Old Testament teaches me serenity." Tips for studying the Old Testament from Prof. Markus Saur


Interview between Prof. Dr. Markus Saur and theology student Saskia Held

Specialist for media and information services (library specialization) (100 %)

The Protestant and Catholic Theology Library is looking for the following full-time, permanent position as soon as possible: a specialist for media and information services (library specialization) (100 %).

Report on the conference: Authority and "soft power" in Judaism and Christianity

The conference "Authority and 'soft power' in Judaism and Christianity" took place from February 26 to 28, 2024 at the Arbeitnehmer-Zentrum Königswinter. It was organized by the "Theological Forum Judaism - Christianity" in cooperation with the "Center for Religion and Society" (ZERG) and the "Bonn Center for Dependency and Slavery Studies" (BCDSS). The conference was moderated by the members of the Theological Forum (Proff. Rainer Kampling, Free University of Berlin; Wolfram Kinzig, Bonn; Clemens Leonhard, Münster; Susanne Talabardon, Bamberg).

DFG Project at the University of Bonn: The Gospel according to John and Ancient Greek Philosophy.

The expert committee for theology at the DFG has approved the continuation of the third-party funded project for the research on the relationship of the Gospel of John to ancient Greek philosophy at the Protestant Theological Faculty (ETF) of the University of Bonn. The previous results of the examination of the long speeches of Jesus in John 1-12 from a history of philosophy and rhetorical perspective were successfully evaluated positively through a blind peer review and will soon be published in the form of a monograph.

New international scholar

From June 5th to 7th, 2024, David Hamidovic will come to the faculty in Bonn.

New Ph.D. Program

The Faculty of Protestant Theology now offers a structured Ph.D. program

Webinar on the English-language Master’s Programs
Zoom
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Warm invitation to our next free live webinar! Get to know the Master of Arts in (Extended) Ecumenical Studies (MESt) and the Master of Arts in Biblical ...
Discussion & Dinner
Kirchenpavillon: ...
06:30 PM
A warm invitation to a thematic evening in the church pavilion, organised by the Chair of (Social) Ethics and the Evangelisches Forum. After an input by ...

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Departments

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Professorships

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Degree Programs

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Get to Know Us

The Faculty of Protestant Theology sees itself as an academic institution which, as part of the Universitas Litterarum, contributes its own theological perspective and focus. Learn about the history of the faculty, its departments and study programs.

Departments

Get to know the departments, which together form the Protestant Theological Seminary.

Research

Learn about the research projects the faculty members are currently working on.

People

Here you will find the faculty members with their contact information.

Schlosskirche

The Faculty of Protestant Theology has its own church – the so called "Schlosskirche".

Impressions

Study

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Courses of Study

In addition to the German-language study programs, the faculty offers English-language Master's programs in Biblical Studies and Ecumenical Studies.

Starting Your Studies

You are about to start your studies at our faculty? These information will help you with the most important questions.

While You Study

Find out about what is important during your studies at the Faculty of Protestant Theology – for example registering for courses and exams.

International Students

Spending a semester or entire year here in Bonn is easier than you may think. Find out more about study opportunities for visiting students.

Examination Office

For academic advising and further help as a prospective or current student, please contact the Examination Office.

Contact

Student Advising

For questions regarding the offered degrees, including advising regarding examinations and examination requirements, contact Student Advising.

Contact

+49 228 73-60095

Address

5th floor, Room 5.053

Rabinstraße 8
53111 Bonn

Dean's Office

The faculty is led by the dean, supported by two vice-deans and the faculty council as the faculty's governing body.

Contact

+49 228 73-7366

dekanat@ev-theol.uni-bonn.de

Address

5th floor, Room 5.013

Rabinstraße 8
53111 Bonn

How to Find Us by Bus and Train

Go by train until Bonn Central Station (Bonn Hauptbahnhof). The building "Rabinstraße 8" is a 10 min walk from the main train station (follow the tracks on the left as you look towards the city).

The buildings “An der Schlosskirche 2-4” and "Am Hofgarten 8" are located next to the famous yellow main building, a 10 min walk from the main train station in the direction of the city.

How to Find Us by Car

If you go by car to the faculty, we recommend choosing one of the car parks. The closest one to the Rabinstraße is the "DB BahnPark Parkhaus Hauptbahnhof City", Am alten Friedhof 17, 53111 Bonn.

If you are heading for the building "An der Schloßkirche", we recommend the Unigarage, Regina-Pacis-Weg 3, 53113 Bonn. It is also close to the Theological Library and the Schlosskirche.

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