Protestant Theological University
Utrecht, Netherlands
Quick facts
- World rank
- #4,827
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 240
- International students
- 4%
- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 2007
Overview
The Protestant Theological University (PThU) is a specialised Dutch university for the academic study of Christian theology from a Protestant perspective. Connected to the Protestant Church in the Netherlands, PThU explores the contribution of Scripture, Christian traditions and faith practices to finding meaning, justice and salvation. Its history stretches back over 400 years, with predecessors from Kampen, Leiden and Utrecht merging in 2007. Since September 2024, the university is located at Janskerkhof in Utrecht. PThU offers master's and postgraduate (PhD) programmes in theology, with approximately 240 students from across the globe (4% international). English-taught Master of Theology tracks include Living Texts, Ethics of Dignity, Missional Communities, and Thinking God Interculturally. Research focuses on Scripture and tradition, beliefs and practices, and major projects include Church and Slavery, Soil and the Moral Compass Project.
Fields of study
- Theology
- Biblical Studies
- Ethics
- Intercultural Theology
- Practical Theology
- Missiology
Accreditation: NVAO (Netherlands-Flemish Accreditation Organisation) / CROHO
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@pthu.nl
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
From about $2,809 / year
Domestic students
€2,601 / year
EU/EEA/Turkey/Surinam students: €2,601 for 2025-2026. Non-EU/EEA students: €6,629 for 2024-2025; fee for 2025-2026 not yet decided. Additional costs apply (health insurance, travel, living expenses).
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Theology: Ethics of Dignity (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | September |
| Master of Theology: Living Texts (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | September |
| Master of Theology: Missional Communities (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | September |
| Master of Theology: Thinking God Interculturally (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | September |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.