Graduate Programs
Our Department's primary purpose is to train scholars in the areas
of Jewish literature, religion, history, and thought who have mastered
both a body of knowledge relating specifically to Jewish studies and
the canons and practices of a general academic discipline.
Courses are offered in biblical studies; postbiblical and Talmudic literature; medieval and modern Hebrew literature; history of the Jews in the ancient, medieval, and modern periods; Jewish philosophy, religious expression, and mysticism; Israel studies; and related fields. Course offerings are frequently augmented by outstanding visiting scholars from Israel. Many courses involve the reading of Hebrew texts, and some are conducted in Hebrew. Students structure individual programs according to their areas of interest.
Masters Programs
Doctoral Programs
Courses are offered in biblical studies; postbiblical and Talmudic literature; medieval and modern Hebrew literature; history of the Jews in the ancient, medieval, and modern periods; Jewish philosophy, religious expression, and mysticism; Israel studies; and related fields. Course offerings are frequently augmented by outstanding visiting scholars from Israel. Many courses involve the reading of Hebrew texts, and some are conducted in Hebrew. Students structure individual programs according to their areas of interest.
Fall 2013 Graduate Course List
Masters Programs
Masters in Hebrew and Judaic Studies
Masters in Ancient Near East and Egyptian Studies
Dual Degree MA in Hebrew in Judaic Studies (GSAS)/ Masters in Public Administration (Wagner)
Dual Degree MA in Hebrew and Judaic Studies (GSAS)/ MA in Education (Steinhardt)
Doctoral Programs
PhD in Hebrew and Judaic Studies
Joint PhD in Hebrew and Judaic Studies/History