MAOT1-6 at the start of period D;
at least 12 EC at the start of period C

The student:

1.      has advanced knowledge of and insight into concepts, theories, methods and paradigms within one of the theological disciplines and is capable of critical reflection on this;

2.      can autonomously integrate knowledge and insights into the Reformed tradition and, from personal conviction, contribute to the evaluation and development of that tradition;

3.      can independently conduct methodical research within one of the fields of Reformed Theology;

4.      can connect the research in the selected sub-discipline to the broader field of theological science;

5.      can collaborate with other scholars and integrate and apply relevant insights from non-theological academic disciplines to the field of theology;

6.      can apply his or her theological knowledge and insights to contribute to the formation of academic judgment and problem-solving regarding complex ecclesiastical and social issues;

7.      can report the research effectively to peers and the broader public in a well-structured thesis;

8.      possesses a self-critical, transparent and serving attitude when conducting research and in presenting the results to peers as well as to the broader public;

9.      can direct academic theological knowledge and skills towards assuming responsibilities in the Christian, ecclesiastical and public domain.

After a period of personal guidance on selecting literature, the student writes a thesis on a chosen and approved subject

Discussions, Guidance, Literature study, Research

Contact hours: 24 hours
Lecture preparation: 12 hours

Selfstudy:  468 hours

Thesis and presentation, discussion. More information can be found in the thesis regulations which can be found at Canvas