Dr. Claudia Hoffmann

Professor

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Biography

Claudia Hoffmann is an expert in practical theology with a focus on religious pluralism and intercultural relationships. She coordinates religious affairs in the Department of Diversity and Equality, Basel-Stadt. Hoffmann has been involved in significant research projects, including the 'Conviviality Motion' project, examining interreligious perspectives across diverse cultural communities in Switzerland, Germany, and Italy. Her work includes the publication of works on missions and visual anthropology, contributing to a broader understanding of the impact of migration on Christian communities. She has held various academic positions, including assistant for non-European Christianity at the Theological Faculty and has extensive experience in teaching and community activities within religious contexts. Hoffmann has also published innovative research focusing on migration churches and their dynamics in Aargau, highlighting the opportunities for diversification in contemporary ecclesiastic landscapes.

Research Interests

Experience

Expert and Coordinator for Religious Affairs

2023-04-01 — Present

Presidential Department of Basel-Stadt • Basel

Responsible for coordinating matters related to religion and diversity.

Researcher

2021-01-01 — Present

Department of Practical Theology, University of Basel • Basel

Involved in the SNF research project 'Conviviality Motion'.

Assistant for Non-European Christianity

2012-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Theological Faculty, University of Basel • Basel

Assisted in research and teaching within the faculty.

Pastor

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Evangelical-Reformed Church Community Zürich Albisrieden • Zürich

Served as a pastor in the community.

Awards

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Faculty Award (Dewetteanum)

2017-11-01

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.