Introduction

The University of Applied Sciences for Intercultural Theology (FIT) Hermannsburg is a private church-affiliated higher education institution located in the small town of Hermannsburg, Lower Saxony, Germany. It focuses on the fields of intercultural theology, church ministry and ecumenical studies, and is committed to providing students with a unique and professional learning environment to cultivate their ability to engage in theological work in an intercultural context.

Overview

Student size: The school has a small student population of about 89-100 students.

Course settings: A variety of full-time degree programs are offered, including a six-semester "Intercultural Theology, Migration and Church Leadership" (Bachelor of Arts), "Missionary Studies and International Church Ministry" (Bachelor of Arts), "Intercultural Theology, Migration and Global Cooperation" and "Intercultural Theology and Global Church Ministry" (Bachelor of Arts), as well as a four-semester English-taught "Intercultural Theology" master's degree program in cooperation with the University of Göttingen.

History and establishment time

The school was established in 2012 and was formerly the 19 The Hermannsburg Missionary Seminary, founded by Lutheran pastor Ludwig Hams in the middle of the century, aims to train theologians for overseas missionary work.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has an outstanding teaching staff, most of whose teachers are experts in the fields of systematic theology, religious studies and missionary theology, who can bring rich knowledge and practical experience to students and help them learn and grow in their professional fields.

International Cooperation: It focuses on international exchanges and cooperation, and has established cooperative relations with churches in many countries, providing students with opportunities for international exchanges and cooperation, enabling them to learn and communicate in a cross-cultural environment, and enhance their understanding and application of theological practices in different cultural backgrounds.

Nature of the institution

The school is a private church-affiliated university recognized by the state.

Educational Philosophy

Adhering to the practice-oriented educational philosophy, it emphasizes the combination of theological theory and cross-cultural practice, and focuses on cultivating students' practical operation ability and cross-cultural Through practical teaching, internships, project cooperation and other methods, students can accumulate rich practical experience in the learning process, better adapt to the needs of theology-related professions in the cross-cultural context in the future, and promote social justice, cultural understanding and universal church cooperation.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Cross-cultural theology is the core key discipline of the school. Around this discipline, related disciplines such as theology and faith, church models and organizations, and inter-religious theology are also extended, aiming to cultivate students' in-depth understanding and research capabilities of theological thoughts, religious practices and church development in different cultural contexts.

Key laboratories: No clearly named key laboratories were found in the school, but from the perspective of its discipline characteristics, it should be equipped with relevant theological research reference rooms, religious and cultural exchange venues, etc., to provide students with space for academic research, discussion and exchange, and practical activities to support teaching and scientific research activities.

Faculty

The school does not clearly divide the faculties, but from the perspective of its professional settings, it mainly revolves around cross-cultural theology and related fields. All professional courses are designed and taught closely around cultivating students' cross-cultural theological literacy and practical ability to meet the learning and career development needs of different students in this field.

Ranking

The school does not have a specific ranking in internationally renowned rankings such as the QS World University Rankings and the THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings, but it has a certain reputation and influence in Germany, and its education quality and academic level in some professional fields have been recognized.

Expenses

Tuition fees: For EU citizens, the school's tuition fees are free; for non-EU citizens, some courses are free, and the undergraduate course in cross-cultural theology and church deacons is 500 euros per semester.

Other fees: Students also need to pay other fees such as registration fees, textbook fees, and accommodation fees. The specific amounts of registration fees and textbook fees vary depending on the major and course, and accommodation fees vary depending on personal accommodation choices and living needs.

Campus

Location: Located in the small town of Hermannsburg in Lower Saxony, Germany, the town has a quiet and beautiful environment, providing students with an atmosphere conducive to learning and thinking, and also promoting close communication and cooperation between students and between teachers and students.

Campus facilities: Although the campus is small, it is well-equipped with a canteen, a comprehensive library, sports facilities, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions. The library has a rich collection of books and materials on theology and related subjects, which can meet the students' learning and research needs. The sports facilities provide students with a place for physical exercise and leisure activities.