Jewish Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.)
Thesis option: 30 credits
Non-thesis option: 30 credits
As a prerequisite for admission, students must have achieved the proficiency-level corresponding to four semesters of university-level Hebrew, and must achieve the level of six semesters of university-level Hebrew by the time they have completed the program. Courses in Hebrew language will not count toward the 30 credits needed for the degree. Students will be asked to demonstrate their knowledge of modern academic Hebrew by examination, or through a research project making extensive use of Hebrew-language materials.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JWST600 | General Seminar in Jewish Studies | 3 |
| Two specialization courses | 6 | |
| One course in each of the following areas: Jewish History, Jewish Thought or Religion, Jewish Literature | 9 | |
| Thesis or Non-Thesis Requirements | ||
| Select one of the following: | 12 | |
Thesis: | ||
Two courses in Jewish Studies in the student's specialization, approved by advisor | ||
| Masters Thesis Research | ||
Non-Thesis: | ||
Four courses in Jewish Studies in the student's specialization, approved by advisor | ||
Submit a dossier of 2 major research papers to be evaluated by an examining committee | ||
| Total Credits | 30 | |