Religious Education (master's programme)
On the master's programme in Religious Education, you will learn how to teach religious content and explore religious issues. You will be at the forefront of socially relevant theological topics and will build on your existing knowledge to shape the dialogues and educational processes of the future.
What is it about?
On the master's programme in Religious Education, you will deepen your theological knowledge and gain the academic and pedagogical qualifications required for careers in the education sector. You will choose one of three specialisations: Catholic Religious Education, Protestant Religious Education or Orthodox Religious Education.
Through research-oriented courses, you will strengthen your critical thinking skills, methodological competence and teaching skills, whilst combining theology with school-based and practical experience.
- MRP 01 Evidence-based Development of Schools and Teaching (5 ECTS)
- MRP 02 Pedagogical Practicum Master (10 ECTS)
- MRP 03krp Denominational and Interreligious Cooperation (8 ECTS)
- MRP 04krp Biblical Studies (12 ECTS)
- MRP 05krp Spiritual Foundations of Christianity (12 ECTS)
- MRP 06krp Being Human in the Context of Nature and Culture (9 ECTS)
- MRP 07krp Theological Ethics and Social Doctrine (9 ECTS)
- MRP 08krp School and Diversity - Recognition, Differentiation and Inclusion (5 ECTS)
- MRP 09krp The Self-reflective Teacher in the School System (5 ECTS)
- MRP 10krp Advanced Practical Theology (9 ECTS)
- MRP 11krp Ecumenical Theology (6 ECTS)
- MRP 12krp Final Module (6 ECTS)
- Supplementary Exam Greek
- MRP 01 Evidence-based Development of Schools and Teaching (5 ECTS)
- MRP 02 Pedagogical Practicum Master (10 ECTS)
- MRP 03orp Biblical Studies and Patrology (15 ECTS)
- MRP 04orp Systematic Theology (15 ECTS)
- MRP 05orp Church History and History of Theology (9 ECTS)
- MRP 06orp Practical Theology (12 ECTS)
- MRP 07orp Subject-Specific Didactics and Religious Education (8 ECTS)
- MRP 08orp School and Diversity - Recognition, Differentiation and Inclusion (5 ECTS)
- MRP 09orp Teacher Self-Reflection in the School System (5 ECTS)
- MRP 10orp Ecumenical Theology (6 ECTS)
- MRP 11orp Final Module (6 ECTS)
- Supplementary Exam Greek
- MRP 01 Confessional and Interreligious Cooperation (5 ECTS)
- MRP 02 Designing Learning Processes - Deliberating Inclusion (9 ECTS)
- MRP 03 Internship at School (7 ECTS)
- MRP 04erp Biblical Studies (13 ECTS)
- MRP 05erp Church History (8 ECTS)
- MRP 06erp Systematic Theology (9 ECTS)
- MRP 07erp Practical Theology (6 ECTS)
- MRP 08erp Teaching Methodology and Practice of Protestant Religious Education (13 ECTS)
- MRP 09erp Advanced Theological Research (25 ECTS)
- MRP 09erp Advanced Theological Research (25 ECTS)
- MRP 09erp Advanced Theological Research (25 ECTS)
- MRP 09erp Advanced Theological Research (25 ECTS)
Is this programme right for me?
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Facts and figures
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28 studentsin totalThere were 1 graduates in the past academic year. Info about the calculationData updated November 2025
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No datalevel 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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€ 3,797average 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 teach theology in educational and social settings. Graduates work in areas such as:
- state secondary schools in Austria
- church and non-church institutions
- adult education
- public relations and the media
You have further questions?
StudiesServiceCenter catholic/orthodox emphasis
Do you have any questions about the emphasis catholic or orthodox religious education? The StudiesServiceCenter Theology (Catholic, Orthodox, Islamic) and Religious Studies will be happy to help!
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Studies ServiceCenter protestant emphasis
Do you have any questions about the emphasis protestant religious education? The StudiesServiceCenter Protestant Theology will be happy to help!
To the StudiesServiceCenterWhat else should you know?
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