SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY

The School of Theology was one of the four Schools established when the University of Athens was founded in 1837. It is the University’s oldest School.

Since 1982, the School of Theology has consisted of two Departments: the Department of Theology and the Department of Social Theology and Religious Studies.

In 1931, the Church entrusted the University with the Byzantine church of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary, known as the Kapnikarea. Dating from the 11^th century, the church serves the religious needs of the University community and offers Theology students opportunities for practical training. The School of Theology is also responsible for the Chapel of St Paul the Apostle on the University campus.

The School of Theology has played an important role in the development of theological scholarship and has made a lasting contribution to the Church and society. Its academic work has an international reach, with the School participating in pan-Orthodox and inter-Christian meetings and conferences. Over the years, it has produced scholars and professionals of international standing and continues to promote research across the full range of theological disciplines, while remaining firmly rooted in the Orthodox tradition. Its graduates have gone on to serve the Orthodox Church, teach in secondary education and pursue careers in a wide range of other fields.