One-Year Scholarship for Orthodox Scholars to Study at the Catholic University of Leuven Belgium
In cooperation with the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies of KU Leuven, IOTA announces a one-year Future Leaders Scholarship for Orthodox or Oriental Orthodox students (lay or ordained), to study in the Master of Theology and Religious Studies Programme for the academic year 2026-2027.
Since 1968, the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies has offered English-taught programmes at bachelor, master, and doctoral level. Positioned at the crossroads of academia the Church, and contemporary society, the Faculty provides a vibrant and stimulating environment for theological research, teaching and service with a strong local and international impact. Anchored in the Roman Catholic tradition and inspired by Vatican II, cognizant of the contemporary secularized and religiously pluralized context, and in constant dialogue with other scientific disciplines (including philosophy, history, literature, sociology, psychology, etc.), theology in Leuven is characterized by its profound hermeneutical-theological and historically-based approach, in which text and context, fact and interpretation, historicity and normativity, theory and praxis, are held closely together. Within this profile, theology and religious studies are regarded as intrinsically connected, and framed within a perspective of inter-religious and ecumenical learning and encounter.
Non-EEA (European Economic Area) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply before March 1, 2026. Application requirements can be consulted at the admissions page. Any questions regarding admissions should be directed to the Admissions Officer. Kindly identify yourself in your motivation letter as an applicant for the IOTA Future Leaders Program.
