Introduction

Kirchliche Hochschule Wuppertal is a private church-run institution of higher learning located in Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, focusing on education and research in theology and related fields.

Overview

Student size: The school is small, with about 200 students.

Course settings: It mainly provides undergraduate and master's courses related to evangelical theology, including the Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, Systematic Theology and Philosophy, Practical Theology, Mission and Religious Studies and other classic subjects, and occasionally provides courses in the field of classical antiquity.

History and founding time

The school was founded in 1935 by the Confessing Church. Its predecessor can be traced back to the Bethel Theological Seminary founded by Friedrich von Bodelschwingh in 1905. On November 1, 1979, Kirchliche Hochschule Wuppertal and Kirchliche Hochschule Bethel were merged. The two schools were officially merged into Kirchliche Hochschule Wuppertal/Bethel on January 1, 2007 after obtaining full academic recognition from the state government and possessing all the rights of a higher education institution, including the right to confer doctoral degrees and professorships.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: As a small school, although the specific number of teachers is not clear, it has a group of teachers with rich experience in theological research and teaching, and can provide students with in-depth professional guidance and academic support by virtue of its professionalism in the field of theology.

Teaching Resources: The school is equipped with a professional theological library, which contains a wealth of theological documents, ancient books and other materials, providing important resource support for students' learning and research. In addition, the school also maintains close contact with local churches and related institutions, providing students with opportunities for practice and research.

Scientific Research Results: The school has rich research results in the field of theology, especially in the study of biblical texts, the combing of church history and the innovation of theological theories. Its research results have not only had a certain impact in the academic community, but also provided theoretical support for the practice and development of the church.

Cooperation and Exchange: Closely cooperate with churches and religious institutions in the local and surrounding areas to provide students with internship and practice opportunities, so that students can apply their knowledge to actual religious affairs and social services. At the same time, the school also actively carries out international cooperation and exchanges, and through cooperation with foreign institutions and research institutions, expands students' international vision and enhances the school's international influence.

Institutional Nature

Private church colleges and universities.

Educational Philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' in-depth understanding of theological knowledge and piety in religious beliefs, emphasizing the combination of theological theory and practice, so that students can contribute to the harmonious development of religious undertakings and society with professional qualities and firm beliefs in future church work and social services.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Evangelical theology is the core discipline of the school, covering all levels from basic theological knowledge to advanced theological research, including biblical studies, church history, systematic theology, practical theology and other professional directions.

Key laboratories: The school has research institutions such as the Institute of Biblical Archaeology and the Center for the Study of the Septuagint and Biblical Texts. These institutions provide students and teachers with a platform for in-depth research on biblical texts, history and culture, and promote academic research and innovation in the field of theology.

Departments

There are no clear divisions into multiple departments, and teaching and research are mainly carried out in the field of theology.

Rankings

According to the ranking data of 4icu.org, the school ranks 320th in Germany and 7661st in the world.

Expenses

Tuition fees and other specific fee information can be found on the school's official website. In addition to tuition fees, students also need to consider living expenses such as accommodation, transportation, learning materials, meals and personal expenses.

Campus

Campus location: The main campus is located in Wuppertal, a medium-sized city in Germany with a population of 250,000-50 The school is located between 10,000 square meters, with convenient transportation, rich cultural and economic activities, providing convenient conditions for students' study and life.

Campus facilities: There are facilities such as libraries and sports venues on campus, providing students with a good learning and leisure environment. The school's library is rich in resources and is an important place for students to study and research; the sports venues provide students with space for physical exercise and extracurricular activities.