 On September 15, 1990, the Theological Seminary received the status of a state-recognized university following a resolution from the DDR Council of Ministers.Since then, in addition to the Theological Faculty (which has been offering a Diploma in Theology since 1992), a Christian Social Science Faculty has been established.Presently, besides the Diploma and Bachelor's courses in Theology and Christian Social Work, Master's programmes in Theology, Counseling, Social Work, and International Social Sciences (International Development) can also be taken as well as a preparatory course for musical studies.