{"id":4533,"date":"2018-08-15T14:30:34","date_gmt":"2018-08-15T12:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/master-of-theological-studies\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T10:56:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T08:56:34","slug":"master-of-theological-studies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/en\/overview-of-our-study-programs\/theology\/master-of-theological-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"Master of Theological Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row el_class=\"fullwidth\"][vc_column]\n\t <div class=\"rev_slider_wrapper fullwidthbanner-container\">\n\t \t <div id=\"rev_slider_1776678837\" class=\"rev_slider fullwidthabanner \" data-version=\"5.4.5\" style=\"display:none\">\n\t\t <ul>\n\t\t \t[vc_customSlider ct_image=\"24657\"]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Master of <strong>Theological Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>[\/vc_customSlider]\n\t\t <\/ul>\n\t\t <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\t\t<script>\n \t    \/* https:\/\/learn.jquery.com\/using-jquery-core\/document-ready\/ *\/\n \t    var wWidth = jQuery(window).width();\n\t\tif( \/Android|webOS|iPhone|iPad|iPod|BlackBerry|IEMobile|Opera Mini\/i.test(navigator.userAgent) ) {\n\t\t\tvar sliderType = \"carousel\";\n\t\t}\n\t    jQuery(document).ready(function() {\n\t\t\tfunction startSlider() {\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(\"#rev_slider_1776678837\").show().revolution({\n\t\t        \tsliderType: sliderType,\n\n\t\t        \t\/\/ responsive\n\t\t\t\t\tresponsiveLevels: [1240, 1024, 778, 480],\n\t\t        \tgridwidth:[1240, 1024, 778, 480],\n\t\t        \tgridheight:[400, 768, 960, 720],\n\t\t        \tvisibilityLevels:[1240, 1024, 1024, 480],\n\t\t            sliderLayout: \"fullwidth\",\n\t\t            spinner: \"spinner5\",\n\t\t            fullScreenOffset: \"80%\",\n\t\t            minHeight: \"700\",\n\t\t            navigation: {\n\t\t                arrows: {\n\t\t                    enable: false,\n\t\t                    style: \"zeus\",\n\t\t                    hide_onleave: true,\n\t\t                },\n\t\t                bullets: {\n                      enable: true,\n                      style: \"zeus\",\n                      hide_onleave: false,\n                      h_align: \"center\",\n                      v_align: \"bottom\",\n                      h_offset: 0,\n                      v_offset: 50,\n                      space: 10,\n                      tmp: \"<span class=\\\"tp-bullet-inner\\\"><\/span>\",\n\t\t                },\n\t\t                touch: {\n\t \t\t\t\t        touchenabled: \"on\",\n\t\t\t\t\t        swipe_threshold: 75,\n\t\t\t\t\t        swipe_min_touches: 1,\n\t\t\t\t\t        swipe_direction: \"horizontal\",\n\t\t\t\t\t        drag_block_vertical: true\n\n\t\t\t\t\t    }\n\t\t            }\n\t\t        });\n\t\t    }\n\n\t\t\tif (wWidth > 1500) {\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".rev-slidebg-img\").each(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).attr(\"src\", jQuery(this).attr(\"data-full\"));\n\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\tif (wWidth <= 1500 && wWidth > 1000) {\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".rev-slidebg-img\").each(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).attr(\"src\", jQuery(this).attr(\"data-large\"));\n\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\tif (wWidth <= 1000 && wWidth > 500) {\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".rev-slidebg-img\").each(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).attr(\"src\", jQuery(this).attr(\"data-large\"));\n\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\tstartSlider();\n\n      \/\/ Einblenden der Bullet Points, wenn mehr als ein Bild ist\n      setTimeout(function() {\n        if (jQuery(\".tp-bullets .tp-bullet\").length > 1) {\n          jQuery(\".tp-bullets\").fadeIn(500);\n        }\n      }, 1500);\n\n\n\t    });\n\t\t\/\/ Positionierung Text-Layer\n\t\tjQuery(window).load(function() {\n\t\t\tjQuery(\".tp-mask-wrap\").each(function() {\n\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).parent().css(\"bottom\", jQuery(this).height() + \"px\");\n\t\t\t});\n\t\t});\n\t<\/script>\n\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"move_top\"][vc_column width=\"2\/3\"][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1>Master of <strong>&shy;Theological Studies&shy;<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong class=\"semibold\">The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program <strong>is designed for students with a first degree and some professional experience. It offers<\/strong> students continuing education in the field of theology to broaden their horizon and deepen their knowledge in a selected area of emphasis. The major modules cover Biblical Studies, Systematic Theology, Historical Theology, Mission Studies, and Church Growth. <\/strong><strong>Students can choose one of the following specializations: <em>Adventist Studies <\/em>or <em>Mission Studies<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\"1\/2\"][vc_customSinglebutton ct_button=\"Adventist Studies\" ct_anker=\"#adventist-studies\"][vc_customSingleimage ct_image=\"16298\"][\/vc_customSingleimage][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=\"1\/2\"][vc_customSinglebutton ct_button=\"Mission Studies\" ct_anker=\"#mission-studies\"][vc_customSingleimage ct_image=\"48048\"][\/vc_customSingleimage][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_customButtonbox ct_bgcolor=\"bg_gray\" ct_header=\"Is the MTS program for you?\"]The MTS program at Friedensau Adventist University is just the right program for you if you want to...<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>enter an academic program especially designed for students looking for European university education<\/li>\n<li>upgrade your education with a church and state-accredited, research-oriented postgraduate degree<\/li>\n<li>prepare for a professional career in a leadership position within the Christian church or in contemporary society<\/li>\n<li>study Seventh-day Adventism\u2014its history, teachings, world view, and changing role in the contemporary world\u2014within the context of European culture, history, and theology<\/li>\n<li>study Christian or Adventist mission\u2014including its history and theology, mission theory and practice\u2014within the context of religious studies, world religions, and global Christianity<\/li>\n<li>become a well-trained pastor, teacher, church administrator, cross-cultural worker, or leader in development cooperation<\/li>\n<li>pursue an academic career in fields such as Adventist Studies, Inter-Church Relations, Denominational History, or Mission Studies<\/li>\n<li>qualify for doctoral work (thesis research)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButtonbox ct_bgcolor=\"bg_purple\" ct_button=\"apply now\" ct_link=\"url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thh-friedensau.de%2Fen%2Fapplication%2F||target:%20_blank|\"]<\/p>\n<h4>Application period<\/h4>\n<p><em>For the winter semester:<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Applicants who need visa:<br \/>\nDecember 1 to March 15<\/p>\n<p>Applicants who do not need visa:<br \/>\nMarch 1 to August 31<\/p>\n<h4>Beginning of the program<\/h4>\n<p>Winter semester<\/p>\n<h4>term dates:<\/h4>\n<p><span id=\"page127R_mcid23\" class=\"markedContent\"><span dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Winter term: October \u2013 February<\/span><br role=\"presentation\" \/><span dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Summer term: March \u2013 September<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"col-md-6 \">\n<h4><strong class=\"semibold\">Length of the program<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Full-time studies: 2 years \/ 4 semesters<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-6 \">\n<h4><strong class=\"semibold\">Study options<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Full-time studies<\/p>\n<p>Part-time studies available upon request<\/p>\n<h4><strong class=\"semibold\">Degree<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Master of Theological Studies<br \/>\n(120 credits)<\/p>\n<h4><strong class=\"semibold\">Language<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>English<\/p>\n<h4>Tuition<\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/Neu_Finanzbulletin2026-27_EN-1.pdf\">Financial Bulletin<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Flyer M.A.Theological Studies<\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/RZ-250604-ThHF_Flyer_Theo_MTS-1.pdf\">Flyer <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_customButtonbox][vc_customSinglebutton ct_pagelink=\"Studiengeb\u00fchren und Finanzierung #308\" ct_button=\"Overview of all grants\" ct_anker=\"#stip_theologie\"][vc_single_image image=\"36041\" img_size=\"150x150\" alignment=\"center\" onclick=\"custom_link\" img_link_target=\"_blank\" link=\"https:\/\/antrag.akkreditierungsrat.de\/akkrstudiengaenge\/807806c4-ed7d-a8e0-7511-a313ef323463\/\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=\"adventist-studies\"][vc_column width=\"2\/3\"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>&shy;Adventist &shy;<\/strong>Studies<\/h2>\n<p>The Adventist Studies specialization encompasses advanced studies of the history and theology of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It leads students to a better comprehension of the development, self-understanding, and societal role of the denomination and enables them to work in leading functions in the church, in inter-church relations, in research settings and in academia.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_customQuote ct_image=\"2959\" ct_bgcolor=\"bg_white\"]Friedensau is about the cross-cultural flair and the scholarly pledge that helped me through much-appreciated reflections on Adventist Studies.<\/p>\n<p>Sully Sanon (Haiti), MTS Graduate[\/vc_customQuote][vc_customQuote ct_image=\"6614\" ct_bgcolor=\"bg_lightpurple\"]After a twelve-year career as an electronic engineer and earning a BA in Theology, I joined the Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program at Friedensau. During this exciting journey, I have experienced God in new ways which enhanced my relationship with Him. I also developed a better understanding of the Adventist church and the challenges we are facing in today\u2019s world. The MTS also prepared me to pursue doctoral studies in Europe.<\/p>\n<p>Eudritch Jean (Haiti), MTS Graduate<br \/>\n[\/vc_customQuote][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButtonbox ct_bgcolor=\"bg_gray\"]<\/p>\n<h3>Adventist Studies? Why should we look back into the history of Adventism?<\/h3>\n<p>\"The Seventh-day Adventist Church has existed for more than 150 years, and it is our privilege to explore how a tiny band of American believers has developed into one of the most widespread Protestant denominations. As we do so together, we want to learn for our contemporary ministry, discuss the challenges ahead, and contribute to global conversations in Adventism.<\/p>\n<p>We invite you not only to be our student, but to be our colleague in understanding God's ways with the Adventist denomination in the past and present and to be a fellow researcher in the fascinating history of the movement to which we belong.\"<\/p>\n<p>Stefan H\u00f6schele, PhD (University of Malawi), Professor of Systematic Theology and Adventist Studies; Vice Dean, School of Theology[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"content_end\"][vc_column][vc_customAccordion ct_header=\"Content\"]The program consists of 10 modules with 10 credits each (including an Electives or Research module and a Research Methods module), plus the Master's Thesis with 20 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits. At least four research papers (5,000 words) are required. The research-oriented Master's Thesis (20,000 words) is written during the final year of study. A regular module consists of three to four courses plus a research paper or an examination. Each semester, 2 of the 8 major modules plus electives \/ research \/ thesis module are offered, requiring 4 semesters or 2 years of full-time studies (in residence).<\/p>\n<p>In Adventist Studies, the following modules are offered:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>MAS 01 Issues in Church History<\/li>\n<li>MAS 02 Biblical Studies I<\/li>\n<li>MAS 03 Biblical Studies II<\/li>\n<li>MAS 04 Church and Society<\/li>\n<li>MAS 05 History of Seventh-day Adventists<\/li>\n<li>MAS 06 Adventist Theology in Context<\/li>\n<li>MAS 07 Religious Studies<\/li>\n<li>MAS 08 Theological Studies<\/li>\n<li>MAS 09 Research Methods<\/li>\n<li>MEL 10 Electives or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MEL 11 Electives or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MEL 12 Electives or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MAS 13 Master\u2019s Thesis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more details, see the <a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/MTS-Modulhandbuch-E-2022-V.5-final.pdf\">MTS Module Handbook<\/a>[\/vc_customAccordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"content_end\"][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>We would like to answer your questions!<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to apply for this program, please contact:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButton ct_staff=\"Prof. Stefan H\u00f6schele #4556\" ct_staffcard=\"gro\u00dfe Karte\"][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButton ct_staff=\"Irina Heinz #2605\" ct_staffcard=\"gro\u00dfe Karte\"][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"bg_gray\" el_id=\"mission-studies\"][vc_column width=\"2\/3\"][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>&shy;Mission&shy;<\/strong> Studies<\/h2>\n<p>The Mission Studies specialization focuses on ministry post-Christian societies, the history and theology of Christian mission, on intercultural relations, and on the relationship to people of other religious faiths. The goal is to develop a thoroughly reflected theological understanding of Christian mission and ministry. Students will gain advanced competencies and skills that are relevant for serving in countries where Christianity is not the traditional religion or cultural background or where the influence of the Christian faith waned.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_customQuote ct_image=\"3145\" ct_bgcolor=\"bg_white\"]The MTS program enlarged my vision and equipped me with the necessary tools for doing mission in an increasingly secularized world.<\/p>\n<p>Vladimir Krumov (Bulgaria), MTS Graduate[\/vc_customQuote][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButtonbox ct_image=\"3035\" ct_imagepos=\"image_top\" ct_bgcolor=\"bg_gray\"]<\/p>\n<h3>Study mission?<\/h3>\n<h3>Is mission not something we simply have to do?<\/h3>\n<p>\"Mission Studies is a discipline that has existed for about five generations, and we want to contribute our share to understanding how the Gospel of Jesus Christ can cross cultural divides today, how our witness can reach people in secular societies, how the Kingdom of God can become a tangible reality in the midst of the plural world in which we are placed.<br \/>\nWe invite you not only to be our student, but to be our colleague in finding avenues to reach the world with the good news and to be a fellow researcher in the most important activity\u2014communicating about God.\"<\/p>\n<p>Prof. Stefan H\u00f6schele, PhD (University of Malawi), Vice Dean, School of Theology; missionary to Algeria (1993-94) and Tanzania (1997-2003)[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"bg_gray,content_end\"][vc_column][vc_customAccordion ct_header=\"Content\"]The program consists of 10 modules with 10 credits each (including an Electives or Research module and a Research Methods module), plus the Master's Thesis or Project with 20 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits. At least four research papers (5,000 words) are required. The research-oriented Master's Thesis (20,000 words) is written during the final year of study. A regular module consists of three to four courses plus a research paper or an examination. Each semester, 2 of the 8 major modules plus electives \/ research \/ thesis \/ project module are offered, requiring 4 semesters or 2 years of full-time studies (in residence).<\/p>\n<p>In Mission Studies, the following modules are offered:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>MMS 01 History and Theology of Mission<\/li>\n<li>MMS 02 Biblical Studies I<\/li>\n<li>MMS 03 Spirituality and Discipleship<\/li>\n<li>MMS 04 Church and Society<\/li>\n<li>MMS 05 Missiological Issues<\/li>\n<li>MMS 06 Adventist Theology in Context<\/li>\n<li>MMS 07 Church Dynamics<\/li>\n<li>MPM 08 Theological Studies <em>or <\/em>MMS 08 Religious Studies<\/li>\n<li>MMS 09 Research Methods<\/li>\n<li>MEL 10 Elective or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MEL 11 Elective or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MEL 12 Elective or Research Module<\/li>\n<li>MMS 13 Master\u2019s Thesis <em>or<\/em> MMS 14 Project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more details, see the <a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/MTS-Modulhandbuch-E-2022-V.5-final.pdf\">MTS Module Handbook.<\/a>[\/vc_customAccordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"bg_gray\"][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>We would like to answer your questions!<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to apply for this program, please contact:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButton ct_staff=\"L\u00e1szl\u00f3 Szab\u00f3 #2459\" ct_staffcard=\"gro\u00dfe Karte\"][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButton ct_staff=\"Irina Heinz #2605\" ct_staffcard=\"gro\u00dfe Karte\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"bg_gray\"][vc_column width=\"2\/3\"][vc_customAccordion ct_header=\"Why become a student in the MTS program at Friedensau?\"]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Discover the historic heartland of Protestantism<\/li>\n<li>Get to know Germany\u2013right in the centre of Europe<\/li>\n<li>Make life-long friends with other international students<\/li>\n<li>Delve into Adventist history and theology, beliefs and values<\/li>\n<li>Reflect on the relevance of Adventism for the present and future<\/li>\n<li>Live on a beautiful campus, just an hour from Germany's capital Berlin<\/li>\n<li>Study with an internationally trained and highly qualified faculty<\/li>\n<li>Use the large library and its superior research facilities<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy special excursions to historic sites and mission projects<\/li>\n<li>Benefit from the university's low-price policy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_customAccordion][vc_customButtonbox ct_bgcolor=\"bg_white\" ct_header=\"Further information\"]<a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/MTS-Modulhandbuch-E-2022-V.5-final.pdf\">Module Handbook M.T.S. 2022 (English)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/2022-12-22-MTS-Modulhandbuch-V.-5-final.pdf\">Module Handbook M.T.S. 2022 (German)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/MTS-Studienordnung-2023-EN.pdf\">Program regulations M.T.S. 2023\u00a0 (English)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/MTS-Studienordnung-2023-DE.pdf\">Program regulations M.T.S. (Studienordnung) 2023 (German)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/ThHF-RStudPO-2023-10-01_EN.pdf\">General Study and Examination regulations 2023 (English)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pdf\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thh-friedensau.de\/content\/uploads\/ThHF-RStudPO-2023-10-01.pdf\">Rahmenstudien- und Pr\u00fcfungsordnung 2023 (German)<\/a>[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"content_end\" el_id=\"requirements\"][vc_column width=\"2\/3\"][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Admission <strong>&shy;requirements&shy;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Proficiency in the English language (CEFR level B2) is required and certification is to be provided (TOEFL iBT 79 points, IELTS 6.0 points, TOEIC 785 listening and reading points \/ 310 speaking and writing points). A Bachelor's or Master's degree completed in an educational institution with English as a medium of instruction will also be accepted as proof of language proficiency. Furthermore, applicants must provide evidence of work experience of at least one year in an area related to the program.<\/p>\n<p>For the <em>Adventist Studies<\/em> concentration, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in theology or religion with a final grade of at least \"good\" (B+) is required. Applicants with a bachelor's degree in other fields of study must earn 60 credits (or 1 year of study) in theology and acquire intermediate certificates in Greek and Hebrew (with a minimum of 90 hours of instruction in Greek and 60 hours in Hebrew); a language examination may be required for admission.<\/p>\n<p>For the <em>Mission Studies<\/em> concentration, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a discipline among the humanities or social sciences with a final grade of at least \"good\" (B+) is required. In addition, significant knowledge of a modern language other than English is a prerequisite (at least <span id=\"page1R_mcid6\" class=\"markedContent\"><span dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Level B1). Applicants must demonstrate their aptitude and motivation by submitting a text that explains their understanding of present challenges of mission practice and mission studies.<\/span><\/span><span id=\"page1R_mcid6\" class=\"markedContent\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_customButtonbox ct_bgcolor=\"bg_gray\"]<\/p>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"viewport\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"viewport\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>Admission <strong>\u00adProcess<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The applicant submits the complete application file online within the application deadline.<\/li>\n<li>The application for admission will be examined by the Admissions Committee and the Finance Committee within 1 week to 1 month. The decision on admission will be made under consideration of the admission capacity and the clarified student financing.<\/li>\n<li>The applicant will be notified in writing by e-mail within one week after the meeting of the Admissions Committee and Finance Committee.<\/li>\n<li>The admitted applicant will be asked to transfer the down payment and the deposit to FAU within 2-3 weeks after being informed about the decision on admission, EU citizens by August 31 at the latest, non-EU citizens by May 31 at the latest.<\/li>\n<li>Upon the receipt of the down payment and deposit, the Admissions Office will send the letter of admission as well as information on the start of studies and the arrival to the prospective student. In case the prospective student needs a visa, further documents relevant for the embassy will be sent within 1 month.<\/li>\n<li>Information on visa:\n<ul>\n<li>The prospective student needs a student visa. We recommend that the prospective student checks in advance how much time he\/she needs in order to get an appointment at the respective embassy. The visa application normally takes 6-8 weeks.<\/li>\n<li>Upon the receipt of the visa, the prospective student notifies and informs the Admissions Office about the flight schedule, taking into consideration the appointment for the pickup service.<\/li>\n<li>The Admissions Office offers 1 or 2 appointments for a pickup service of the prospective students from the airports in Berlin to FAU, normally on Friday or Sunday\/Monday, depending on the number of the prospective students. The dates for the pickup service will be communicated after the visa has been received.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The easiest way for applicants to FAU is the <a href=\"https:\/\/campusnet.thh-friedensau.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online application<\/a>\u2014simply create a user account and start the online application right away.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][vc_column width=\"1\/3\"][vc_customButtonbox ct_imagepos=\"image_top\" ct_bgcolor=\"bg_gray\" ct_staff=\"Irina Heinz #2605\" ct_staffimage=\"1\" ct_header=\"Any Questions?\" ct_button=\"Get in contact!\" ct_anker=\"#contact\"]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>on the program<\/li>\n<li>on the application procedure<\/li>\n<li>on finances<\/li>\n<li>or in general:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>I would like to answer your questions!<\/strong>[\/vc_customButtonbox][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=\"bg_gray\" el_id=\"contact\"][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Get in <strong>&shy;contact!&shy;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_customForm ct_form=\"Contactform homepage (ID #4443) #4443\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row el_class=&#8221;fullwidth&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;move_top&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text] Master of &shy;Theological Studies&shy; The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program is designed for students with a first degree and some professional experience. 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