Dr. Michael Bangert

Professor

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Biography

Michael Bangert is a retired professor from the Faculty of Theology at the University of Basel, where he specialized in the intersections of culture, art, and religion. His recent work includes lectures on historical figures such as Ignaz von Wessenberg and thematic explorations of death and disease in the Middle Ages. He has published several articles, including discussions on the saintly interpretation of Niklaus von Flüe by Eduard Herzog, and is currently preparing a paper on mystical communication in the works of Heinrich Seuse. His academic contributions reflect a deep engagement with the historical and spiritual dimensions of theology. He has also served as the principal investigator at the research center for mysticism and spirituality since 2009.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

2000-01-01 — 2023-10-01

University of Basel • Basel, Switzerland

Retired professor specializing in theology, focusing on cultural, artistic, and religious interactions.

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.