MA program in English at Hebrew University of Jerusalem

THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM

ROTHBERG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

 

DIVISION OF GRADUATE STUDIES

TWO-YEAR M.A. IN JEWISH STUDIES (IN ENGLISH)

 

offered in conjunction with the Mandel Institute of Jewish Studies

 

Courses from the M.A. program are also open to visiting students on a one year or semester basis. For information see Visiting Student webpage.

 

Academic head: Dr. Ronnie Goldstein

E-mail: rongol@mscc.huji.ac.il

 

This two-year program is designed for the discerning student who wishes to study Jewish culture and sources from an interdisciplinary perspective.

While enjoying life in Jerusalem – a city that melds past and present, ancient roots and modern innovations – participants study Jewish texts, history, philosophy and culture during Antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Modern era.

 

The M.A. program consists of 40 credits over four consecutive semesters, including elective courses and tutorials. Students are required to specialize in one period of study, but take courses in the other two periods as well. Electives may also be chosen from a select list of courses from the M.A. programs in the Bible and the Ancient Near East, Religious Studies, and Society and Politics in Israel.

 

COURSE OF STUDY

The M.A. program consists of 40 credits over four consecutive semesters, including elective courses and tutorials. Students are required to specialize in one period of study, but take courses in the other two periods as well. Electives may also be chosen from a select list of courses from the RIS M.A. programs in the Bible and the Ancient Near East, and Israel Studies: Society and Politics..

 

First Year:

During their first year of studies, students will take the following required courses (8 credits):

· Approaching Classical Jewish Texts: Ancient until Modern Times · Current Trends in Jewish Studies: Ancient until Modern Times Students will be expected to complete the remaining 12 credits with elective courses on the two periods, Ancient and Modern.

 

Second Year:

The second year (20 credits) will be devoted mainly to specialized study concentrating on the student's field of interest. Courses will include interdisciplinary and advanced courses offered by the RIS, seminars offered within the Mandel Institute of Jewish Studies, and an individual tutorial chosen in consultation with the student's advisor.

 

Academic Calendar 2014-2015: (does not include the exam week):

Autumn semester October 26, 2014 – January 25, 2015 Spring semester March 1 – June 29, 2015 For additional information see: http://overseas.huji.ac.il/gradcalendar