Doctoral programme

As you progress through your doctorate in the doctoral programme “Theological Studies and Research on Religion”, you’re supported by partners with distinct roles:

• The Admissions Office is your first point of contact, guiding you through entry requirements, application, and enrollment in one of the programmes in the Doctoral Studies Programme 60 “Theological studies and Research on Religion”
• The Studies Service Centers SSC will administer your PhD journey, helping with registration for your public presentation, the administration of your coursework and the steps necessary to complete your PhD. Find out who is responsible for your curriculum.
• Once you are admitted to doctoral studies we invite you to join the Vienna Doctoral School of Theology and Research on Religion VDTR. The VDTR strives to be your scholarly community—a place for contact and exchange, networking, and shared learning with peers through colloquia, workshops, and other formats.