Camilla Jørgensen

Camilla Jørgensen is a Research Fellow in Christian Education at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society. Her work focuses on practical theology, particularly in the domains of church education and catechetics. She has extensive experience as a primary school teacher and catechist in the Church of Norway, blending pedagogical and theological disciplines.

Education:

• Cand.mag from the University of Oslo (1997-2001) with majors in social anthropology, psychology, Norwegian as a second language, and linguistics
• Practical-Pedagogical Education (PPU) with didactic training in Norwegian as a second language and social studies (2002-2003)
• Further education in reading instruction and theological subjects (2009-2018)
• Experience as a parish pedagogue and catechist in Sem Parish (2012-2022)

Research Interests: Her doctoral dissertation investigates professional understanding and practice in catechism education within the Church of Norway. She specializes in religious pedagogy, parish pedagogy, faith education, and didactic frameworks for theological learning.

Publications & Academic Work: Her 2022 publication explores the relevance of Trinitarian theology for confirmation education, while her 2024 work focuses on liturgical teaching aids. These reflect her interests in adolescent religious development and theological didactics.

Professional Background: She has held positions at Karlsrud School in Oslo (2004-2012) and continues teaching roles in theological education.