Master programme in Religion in Europe

From winter semester 2025/26 a selection procedure is conducted in this degree programme. The information on this website will be continuously updated.

 Degree programme with selection procedure

A selection procedure is conducted for admission to this master programme.

  • You can only submit your application for admission to the degree programme once per year, within the application period.  
  • The admission letter is only valid for the winter semester you have applied for and the following summer semester. 
  • The allocation of available study places ensues during the selection procedure. 40 study places are available per academic year. 

Application period academic year 2025/26: from 3 March to 7 April 2025

 Degree programme instructed in English

The language of instruction in this degree programme is English. A proof of German language proficiency is not required.

Additional requirements

English language proficiency at level B2

To be admitted to an English or multilingual master programme at the University of Vienna, you have to provide a proof of English language proficiency. 

To apply for admission to this degree programme, you require a proof of English language proficiency at level B2

English curriculum vitae (CV)

Upload your English curriculum vitae in u:space at "Further documents and proofs" as document type "CV".

English letter of motivation

Upload your letter of motivation in u:space at "Further documents and proofs" as document type "Letter of motivation".

The letter of motivation must be written in English and should address the following questions (please limit your answer to three pages maximum). 

  1. Motivation: What is your motivation for applying to this master's programme?

  2. Background: What is your prior knowledge or experience related to the content of this programme?
  3. Interests: What topics related to "Religion in Europe" are of particular interest for you? What are your expectations?
  4. Ideas: What challenges do you see in the study of religion in Europe?
  5. Contribution: How can you contribute to this programme and to the academic community?
  6. Aims: What are your plans for your future professional career and how do you think you will be able to use this master's degree?

If you have any questions regarding the letter of motivation, please contact spl.etf@univie.ac.at.

Detailed information regarding the structure and the course contents will be published shortly.

Information about the admission procedure

Detailed information about the admission procedure will be available shortly.