Theologische Hochschule Friedensau
Friedensau, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 250
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1899
Overview
Theologische Hochschule Friedensau (also known as Friedensau Adventist University) is a state-recognized private institute of higher education run by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, located in Friedensau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Founded in 1899, it offers ten Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in two faculties: Social Sciences (Christliches Sozialwesen) and Theology. Around 250 students from 40 nations are enrolled, studying Social Work, International Social Work, Development Studies, Counseling, Music Therapy, Theology, Theological Studies, and Pastoral Ministry, some programs offered part-time or online.
Fields of study
- Social Work
- International Social Work
- Development Studies
- Counseling
- Music Therapy
- Theology
- Theological Studies
- Pastoral Ministry
Accreditation: Akkreditierungsrat (German Accreditation Council) / Land Sachsen-Anhalt
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- zulassung@thh-friedensau.de
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 $4,536 / year
Domestic students
€2,100 – €2,400 / semester
Tuition fees vary by program: typically €2,100–€2,400 per semester. Additional enrollment fee of €380 per semester. Exceptions apply to B.A./M.A. Theologie and M.A. Pastoral Ministry. M.A. Development Studies Online: €2,403 total enrollment and tuition fee. No government subsidies; institution is privately financed by the SDA Church.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts International Social Work (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | €2,100 / semester | Aug 31, 2026 | Winter Semester 2026 |
| Bachelor of Arts Theologie (opens in a new tab)German · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Sep 15, 2026 | Winter Semester 2026 |
| Master of Arts Counseling (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Master's | — | €2,340 / semester | Varies | — |
| Master of Arts Development Studies (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | €2,340 / semester | Varies | — |
| Master of Arts Development Studies - online (opens in a new tab)English · Online | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Arts Musiktherapie (opens in a new tab)German · Part Time | Master's | — | €2,340 / semester | Varies | — |
| Master of Arts Pastoral Ministry (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Arts Theologie (opens in a new tab)German · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Theological Studies (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD supervision (opens in a new tab)German, English · Full Time | PhD | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.