Theology
In the Bachelor Theology, you will learn to think critically about people and society, faith and reason. You learn to assist people in the areas of meaning, philosophy of life, ethics and spirituality. Religious views also play a role in social challenges. What responsibility do people have toward society and the world? How do you work on issues of justice and tolerance in a complex society?
Theology has a variety of interesting topics for students who like to reflect thoroughly about people, society and the Christian faith. We offer you a well-balanced curriculum with courses such as Biblical Exegesis, Church History, Systematic Theology, Spirituality and Practical Theology. You become competent in reflecting from various disciplines such as history, philosophy, literature and social sciences.
The first year gives you a good overview of all the major fields of study in theology. Greek and Biblical Hebrew are also introduced. In the second year of study, the subjects are explored in greater depth. A mobility window is planned in the third year. You can choose your own courses (30 EC) appropriate to your interests and in anticipation of your thesis. You can also go abroad as an exchange student.
Why Theology in Tilburg University?
- You can choose between a three-year program (full-time) or a five-year program (part-time).
- Tilburg School of Catholic Theology has educational locations in both Tilburg and Utrecht. In Tilburg you can follow the bachelor’s program in English, in Utrecht the bachelor is taught in Dutch.
- Because of the small groups, there is a lot of interaction between students and professors. As many of our students have different backgrounds (Catholic, Protestant, secular) our discussions and contacts are very lively.
- The institutional fee for tuition fees for the bachelor's program in Theology is very attractive. The institutional fee for EU-students at the TST is always equal to the statutory fee. This makes Theology as a second study program very attractive.
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
An additional document, Statement of Education, may be required depending on the programme you apply for at this university.
If this document is required, it will appear in the Documents section of the Kastu application form once you start your application.
Depending on the programme, the following may be required as part of the application process:
- CV/Resume in English
- Motivation Letter in English
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
What can you do with a Theology degree?
- Theologians often work in pastoral ministry in a parish. You could get a position in chaplaincy/spiritual care in a healthcare facility, in the army or in prison. You could also work as a policy maker in the nonprofit sector, such as in the welfare work or in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
- You can choose to become a Phd student or a teacher. Other professions in education such as identity counsellor in primary and secondary education or academic staff at a university are also possible.
Graduates found work at the Ministry of Justice and Security, Cordaid and Stanislas college.
Most students choose to do a Master's program after obtaining their Bachelor's degree. After completing a Master's program, you'll have favorable career prospects with Theology. You could find work at universities, schools, organizations and penitentiary institutes.
