Islamic Religious Education (master's programme)
What is it about?
On the master's programme in Islamic Religious Education, you will qualify as a teacher of Islamic religious education at secondary schools in Austria. You will learn to convey Islamic content in a contemporary and accessible manner, to take gender equality into account, and to engage respectfully in dialogue with other religions and worldviews.
You will deepen your knowledge of the exegesis of the Qur’an and the Sunnah, of pedagogy and models of religious education, and of the history of Islamic intellectual traditions.
- Islamic professional sciences (30 ECTS)
- M01 Quran, thinking and practice of the Prophet (10 ECTS)
- M02 Faith and Everyday Life in Islam (10 ECTS)
- M03 Islamic ethics, anthropology and Muslim life (10 ECTS)
- Educational-didactic-scientific training (35 ECTS)
- M04 Islamic Religious Education (advanced course) and School Development (10 ECTS)
- M05 Islamic teaching methodology and practical training (10 ECTS)
- M06 Interreligious and Intercultural Learning (7 ECTS)
- M10 Muslim community work (8 ECTS)
- Principles of Islamic Education (25 ECTS)
- M07 European Cultural History and Islamic education in the European context (10 ECTS)
- M08 Theory of science and epistemology in religious education (5 ECTS)
- M09 Empirical Research Methods in Religious Education (10 ECTS)
- Master thesis (25 ECTS)
Is this programme right for me?
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First-hand info
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Facts and figures
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107 studentsin totalThere were 4 graduates in the past academic year. Info about the calculationData updated November 2025
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Appropriate 3.3level of difficulty of the degree programmeThis is how graduates rate their degree programmes. You can find the results in the Graduation Survey.Data updated 2025
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€ 3,998average gross monthly income 3 years after graduationWhat career paths are available after graduation? Answers in the Graduate Tracking.Data updated 2025
What can you expect after your studies?
Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.
Your perspectives
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Research and Teaching
You want to continue researching exciting topics and perhaps take up a teaching position at the University of Vienna? You can find all the information you need about the requirements and your options at the Center for Doctoral Studies.
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Your entry into working life
When starting your career, many questions arise. The Career Center of the University of Vienna supports you with individual advice, webinars and workshops. Gain insights into different career profiles at career events and connect with potential employers.
Career profiles
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Which careers are possible after this degree?
The degree programme offers a wide range of opportunities to convey Islamic theology in the fields of education and social work. Graduates work in areas such as:
- state secondary schools in Austria
- community work
- pastoral care
- social work
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You have further questions?
StudiesServiceUnit
Do you have any questions about registering for courses and exams? Or about grades and recognition? The StudiesServiceUnit Islamic Theological Studies is the right place to go.
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StudiesServiceCenter
Do you have any questions about graduating? The StudiesServiceCenter Theology (Catholic, Orthodox, Islamic) and Religious Studies will be happy to help!
To the StudiesServiceCenterWhat else should you know?
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- Would you like to spend a semester abroad? The International Office will be happy to advise you!