Overview

Thanks to the canonical character of the study program (qualification framework according to Veritatis gaudium and evaluation AVEPRO), you will find employment in academic, research, administrative or pastoral positions within the entire Catholic Church (usually without the need for nostrification).

Key facts

You will also have the ability to participate in basic and applied research at all types of academic institutions and universities in theology and related fields, teach at secondary schools, work in charitable organizations, liturgical commissions, in catechetical formation, in state administration bodies and in non-profit organizations.
Finally, you will be able to work in the academic sphere and teach at universities worldwide.

Competencies & Employment after the Catholic Theology programme at Palacký University Olomouc:

After graduating from the study program, you will understand the research problems at the crossroads of several branches of Catholic theology.

You will be able to develop and evaluate the concepts, theories and methods of your selected specialization.

You will acquire new professional knowledge for your own creative activities in the selected specialization and for teaching in at least one foreign language.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Specialization in biblical, systematic, or practical theology
Academic writing
Participation in research activities
Participation in academic activities
Latin, Greek, Hebrew (elective courses with respect to the dissertation thesis)
Christian philosophy
Early church theology
Church history (elective courses)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Olomouc, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 6 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in Czech Republic

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Structured Curriculum Vitae (signed)
Motivation letter
Certified copy of Master´s degree diploma - you are also eligible to apply during the last year of your current study programme, provided you obtain your final degree and submit a certified copy before 30 September of the respective year.
Official academic transcripts and certificates from the university (or a certified copy)
Letter of Recommendation – from a professor or an academic who can assess the applicant’s ability and motivation to enroll in the program
Dissertation project proposal – the proposal of max. 5 pages must define the theoretical or empirical research field of the dissertation project, overall aim of the research, state-of-the-art discussion of theory and research in the area, suggested methodological approach, and bibliography
Dissertation Project Presentation (in PPT etc.)
Proofs of professional activity in the chosen field of study

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year

Living costs

Olomouc

Czech Republic

11290 - 17458 CZK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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