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PhD in Practical and Ecumenical Theology and Theological Ethics Charles University Protestant Theological Faculty
Introduction
The purpose of doctoral studies in the field of Practical and Ecumenical Theology and Theological Ethics is for students to cultivate, in the usual way for advanced studies, their ability to think theologically and to deepen their knowledge of the theological tradition in its ecumenical, practical, and ethical dimensions on an expert level. Students learn to critically analyze and reflect on the knowledge acquired and methods used in their field and to interpret them both in their own specific contexts and in the interdisciplinary settings of contemporary scholarly knowledge.
Depending on the subject of their dissertation project, their studies are focused on the relevant specialization in the field of ecumenical or practical theology (for example, homiletics, catechetics, poimenics, practical ecclesiology, hymnology, or missiology), or on theological ethics or Christian social work (diaconia). At the same time, however, they retain the appropriate breadth of vision and interdisciplinary orientation that pertains to all branches of theology.
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Graduates have a thorough knowledge of theology based on the current state of knowledge. Depending on the subject of their dissertation project, they have expert knowledge, skills, and competence in the field of practical theology, ecumenical theology, or theological ethics. They understand the ecumenical dimension of the Christian tradition and are well versed in its pluralistic forms. They are familiar with the history of their discipline, are able to reflect on the methodological issues relating to it, and understand its current trends.
They are capable of exact theological thinking, and of discussing even highly complex and controversial questions. They know how to draw up a well-grounded analysis of theological issues and to explain their findings comprehensibly in interdisciplinary settings. They are capable of presenting the results of their scholarly work on an international level.