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Theological University Apeldoorn (TUA): Academic Guide, Degrees & Scholarships

Dating back to 1894 and situated in a leafy historic quarter of Apeldoorn, Theological University Apeldoorn (TUA) is a state-accredited academic research university specializing in Reformed theology, classical languages (Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek, Latin), and moral philosophy. Home to the world-renowned Classic Reformed Theology research center and collaborating closely with Oxford and Zurich, TUA offers accredited bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees that attract international theological scholars from across the globe.

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Verified degree programs and opportunities

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Admissions, language requirements & application process

Master's admission eligibility
Dutch Vwo diploma with Latin/Greek or relevant university bachelor's degree; language entry tests
Doctoral admission eligibility
Recognized master's or honours degree in relevant discipline; alignment with supervising research faculty.
Language proficiency
Dutch & English (Master of Theology and PhD degrees available 100% in English)
Research statement / Proposal
Required for research programs: 3-5 page research statement outlining methodology, objectives, and faculty alignment.
Application fee
€50
Required documentation
Official academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV/resume, letters of recommendation, and statement of intent.

Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems

Tuition fees and student contributions vary across degree levels and residency status. Verified opportunity records list typical costs between €2,530/year (Statutory EU fee) / €7,800/year (Non-EU rate before scholarship) and departmental funding packages.

Verified faculty profiles and research leaders

Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at Theological University Apeldoorn (TUA):

Prof. Dr. Herman Selderhuis

Professor of Church History & Church Polity · John Calvin Reformation Scholarship, European Protestant Scholasticism, Early Modern Church Polity, Sixteenth-Century Heidelberg Catechism

Prof. Dr. Eric Peels

Professor of Old Testament Studies · Prophetic Literature of the Old Testament, Biblical Theodicy, Ancient Near Eastern Treaties, Jeremiah and Ezekiel Exegesis

Prof. Dr. Maarten Kater

Professor of Practical Theology & Christian Ethics · Hermeneutics in Contemporary Culture, Pastoral Counseling Ethics, Medical Moral Decision Making, Liturgical Studies

Important verification note

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