Jewish Studies
Overview
Jewish studies programs focus on the civilization of Judaism.Students learn its history, culture, sacred texts, and laws. They study ancient and modern developments in Judaism.
Jewish studies programs include topics such as:
- Jewish religious heritage
- Sacred texts
- Jewish philosophy
- Historical Jewish minority cultures
- Anti-Semitism
Schools
Community colleges and other two-year schools offer associate degree programs in Jewish studies. An associate degree usually takes two years to complete. After earning an associate degree students can transfer to a college or university for further study.
Several colleges and universities offer bachelor's degrees in Jewish studies. A bachelor's degree usually takes about four years of full-time study.
A few universities offer graduate degrees in Jewish studies. A master's degree typically requires two years of study beyond a bachelor's degree. Doctoral (PhD) degree programs usually require two or more years of study beyond the master's degree.
See schools that offer this program.
Related Educational Programs
- Biblical Language and Literature
- Biblical Studies
- History
- Holocaust and Genocide Studies
- Rabbinical and Talmudic Studies
- Religious Education
- Religious Studies
- Sacred Music
- Theology and Pre-Theology
Related Careers
Careers to Consider
Program Admission
You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.
Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:
- Community Service
- English Composition
- Second Language
- World History
Typical Course Work
Program Courses
This program typically includes courses in the following subjects:
- Bible as Literature and History
- Figures and Movements in Jewish Thought and Religion
- Hebrew Language
- History of Zionism, Palestine, and Israel
- Jewish History: Medieval
- Jewish History: Modern
- Jewish Literature
- The American Jewish Experience
- Torah and Prophets
Things to Know
Some programs encourage you to spend a semester in Israel. .
Schools
King-Snohomish Area
University of Washington - Seattle
- Jewish Studies