Facts about the study at a glance

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Degrees

Two main subjects can be studied. Students of Practical Theology have additional practical lessons in Yezidi rituals and ceremonies.

  • Theology
  • Practical theology (ritual service)

Degree programme form

The form of study is a semi-virtual one. The students stay in Georgia for 7 weeks during the given lecture period. The lectures take place from Monday to Friday from 10 am – 5 pm. When there are no classes, the students do research independently from home and do homework.

Start & the semester

In the time from 19.06.2023 – 14.07.2022 the presence lessons take place in the facilities of the International Yezidi Theological Academy in Georgia and are obligatory for every student. All deadlines are suspended due to Corona measures. The Academy is unable to begin its studies again until Corona measures in Georgia have been relaxed. Applications will still be accepted. So you can still apply without any problems.

Duration of studies

The degree programmes last three years. Attendance classes are compulsory, so students must be in Georgia during the specified time.

Semester fee

The semester fee is $700 per student. The costs of accommodation, meals (food and drink) and excursions are covered by the semester fee. All costs will be covered by the single semester fee so that during the time in Georgia only sufficient pocket money should be taken into account.

Accommodation

The accommodation for students of the first semester is located in the annex of the Ziyaret (Quba Sultan Êzîd). Students in advanced studies sleep in newly built rented apartments near the academy. The inner courtyard of the temple is decorated with a garden and various rare plants. On the plot, there are various rooms of the Academy, the library, seminar rooms, a lounge, accommodation for students as well as a kitchen in a glass annex.

Library

Our academy houses one of the largest and most comprehensive archives on the Yezidis in the world. It contains hundreds of books and manuscripts. The library is at the disposal of the Academy’s students for their research at any time.

Excursions

Our weekly excursions are a balance to your studies. Together we explore the Georgian landscape and strengthen the feeling of togetherness. Our students have the opportunity to get to know their fellow students and lecturers better.