What meaning do spirituality and religions have in a changing world? What new aspects does studying these provide about the modern world’s challenges?
Current phenomena are researched at the School of Theology from the viewpoint of Christianity and world religions. We educate experts in theology to work for the church and in schools and various communities. Our strength lies in connecting Eastern and Western theological traditions with students’ everyday life and research. We are the only university in Finland that offers full Master’s degree studies in theology qualifying for the positions of an Orthodox priest or cantor.
The School of Theology constitutes part of the Philosophical Faculty.
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Staff members
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Degree students (2025)
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Peer-reviewed publications (2025)
Studies
The School of Theology is a human-sized, student-friendly academic community. We facilitate interaction between the students and researchers of Western and Orthodox theology. We educate experts to work in various positions in churches and communities, schools, the university and society. Our students find employment as priests, teachers and Orthodox Church cantors. Theology students are free to choose any of the minor subjects taught at the University of Eastern Finland. Doctoral studies can be completed in the Doctoral Programme of the Philosophical Faculty.
In addition to our Master's Degree Programme and Doctoral programme taught in English (see below), we also offer a variety of degree programmes taught in Finnish. To learn more about our degree programmes, please visit our page in Finnish. For exchange students, we offer degree courses in English.
International Master's degree and Doctoral programme
Research
We examine the roots of Christianity as well as current spiritual phenomena and ideological trends. The focus is on the meaning and social and cultural influences of various Christian traditions. Our research gives a voice to spirituality and ethics in social debate.
Research areas
Our School conducts nationally and internationally recognised high-quality research in Biblical Studies, Church History, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology, Comparative Religion, Religious Education, and Church Music.
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Contact information
Please find a comprehensive list of staff members in UEF Connect, where you can also search people by name or key word.
University of Eastern Finland’s Student and Learning Services is responsible for providing general study-related administrative services for students and staff, as well as offer support for applicants.
Postal address
University of Eastern Finland
Philosophical Faculty
School of Theology
P.O. Box 111, FI-80101
Finland
Visiting address
Yliopistonkatu 4, Agora, Joensuu