Franz Winter

Franz Winter serves as Professor of Religious Studies at the Department of Religious Studies, University of Graz, and maintains an affiliation with the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Vienna through his Habilitation.

His academic credentials include:

• Dr.phil. (1999)
• Dr. theol. with sub auspiciis Praesidentis rei publicae distinction (2005)
• Habilitation in Religious Studies (2010)

Professor Winter's research spans historical and theological dimensions of religious phenomena, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches that bridge religious studies and theology. His work investigates structural patterns in religious traditions while examining theological frameworks within academic religious discourse. This dual focus enables critical analysis of both historical religious developments and contemporary theological interpretations.

He received the prestigious sub auspiciis Praesidentis rei publicae award in 2005, a rare Austrian distinction where the President of the Republic presides over the doctoral graduation ceremony for exceptional dissertations.

His administrative responsibilities include consultation hours by appointment and oversight of final theses through the University of Graz's research portal. While specific grant details aren't provided, his dual institutional affiliation suggests collaborative research initiatives across Austrian academic networks.