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Practical Theology

Radboud University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 36 months
Deadline Apr, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Nijmegen, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Practical Theology at Radboud University is a MA programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Practical Theology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 36 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Practical Theology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. [\'Practical Theology seminar\', \'3 Discipline seminars\', \'Students can replace one seminar by another seminar or specialisation course, to the discretion of the examination board.\', \'Pastoral Theology OR Missiology\', \'1 Set elective\', \'Practical Theology seminar\', \'3 Discipline seminars\', \'Students can replace one seminar by another seminar or specialisation course, to the discretion of the examination board.\', "Master\'s Thesis", \'Professional and research specialisation (choice determines content of final\']

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission for students with a Dutch university Bachelor\'s diploma

In order to get admission to this Master\'s you will need a completed Bachelor’s degree in Theology or a related discipline.

Admission requirements for international students
  • A completed Bachelor\'s degree in Theology or related area
  • A proficiency in EnglishIn order to take part in this programme, you need to have fluency in both written and spoken English.
  • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    Tuition fees: EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Radboud University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

    About Radboud University

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    Radboud University

    Nijmegen, Netherlands

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    University Profile
    • Application Deadline Apr, 2027
    • Start Date Feb, 2027
    • Language English
    • Duration 36 months