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HEBRAIC AND JUDAIC STUDIES

The Section of Hebraic and Judaic Studies offers students the opportunity to earn a B.A. degree in either Hebraic studies or Judaic studies. Students may also choose the interdisciplinary program in ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean and the Near East or the interdepartmental Program in Comparative Literature.

The basic courses in Hebrew are designed to develop the student's ability to read Hebrew with a degree of facility and understanding, to give training in oral and written Hebrew, and to give instruction in the fundamentals of Hebraic grammar and composition. The advanced courses in Hebrew that cover the entire range of Hebrew literature from biblical times to the present are intended to fulfill the needs of those who wish to specialize in Hebraic studies for cultural or professional reasons.

The courses offered in English and designated HCU are designed to provide the student with a background in various aspects of Jewish culture, history, and thought. These courses are for students who may wish to pursue careers in some area of Jewish scholarship or Jewish community life. Courses in Yiddish language and literature may be counted toward the majors in Hebraic studies and Judaic studies.

36-Credit Major in Hebraic and Judaic Studies, B.A., with a Specialization in Hebraic Studies. The requirements are 36 credits, at least 24 of which must be in Hebrew literature and advanced Hebrew language. The choice of courses for all 36 credits is subject to approval by the officer in charge of Hebraic and Judaic studies.

Credits
24 in HEB courses selected from HEB 202, 215, 216, 217, 317, 318, 321, 322, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 331, 341, and 389

12 in either HCU courses or related courses offered by other departments

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NOTE: Some courses designated HCU may be substituted for the regular Hebrew courses in the Hebrew major. This applies primarily to students who are fluent in the language or are interested principally in classical Hebrew. Such substitutions require the written approval of the officer in charge of Hebraic and Judaic studies.

38-Credit Major in Hebraic and Judaic Studies, B.A., with a Specialization in Judaic Studies. The requirements are 24 credits in HCU courses (taught in English) and 14 credits in Hebraic studies for attainment of basic competence in Hebrew. The choice of all 38 credits is subject to approval of the officer in charge of Hebraic and Judaic studies. This distribution of required credits and courses is as follows:

Credits
24 in HCU courses

14 in HEB courses: HEB 101, 102, and 202 and HEB 215, or 216, or 217

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NOTE: Students may take courses in Yiddish language and literature in partial fulfillment of the 24-credit HCU requirement. Students intending to pursue graduate studies in Judaica are advised to take 300-level HEB courses in order to intensify their preparation in the language.