Program Overview
The Jewish Studies at Tel-Aviv University is a MA programme in Humanities over 11 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Jewish Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Israel and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 11 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Tel Aviv Yaffo, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Jewish Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- A final paper for each of the courses taken (approx. 15-20 pages in length)[50% of the final grade]
- Two larger research papers on topics of the student\x92s choice (approx. 30-35 pages), to be submitted by the end of the year[30% of the final grade]
- A comprehensive reading exam at the end of the year [20% of the final grade]
- No master thesis required
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Required documents:
You need to submitt the following documents for your application to be reviewed
- Two academic letters of recommendation (on line format available)
- Your original academic transcripts, including a list of courses taken and\xc2\xb7all grades received.
- Health declaration for medical insurance
- A passport size digital picture
- A short essay: one page in length which includes the following or anything else you feel is relevant: Your interest and purpose in pursuing the MA in Jewish studies; how the programs fits into your overall professional growth; and how you will contribute to the program and class dynamics.
- USD 100 application fee, payable by credit card or bank transfer.
Prerequisites:
- BA Degree (minimum grade: 80 [GPA 3]) (80% of the credits should be from an accredited college or university);
- Previous academic studies in Jewish culture, including basic training in Hebrew: an advantage.
- Toefl exam, if the applicant comes from a non English speaking country: Minimum TOEFL requirements: 573 on the paper based test; 230 on the computer based test; and 89 on the internet based test. The University\'s Code is 7704.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 16,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Tel-Aviv University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Tel-Aviv University
Tel-Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is a public research university in Tel Aviv, Israel. With over 30,000 students, it is the largest frontal learning university in the country. Located in northwest Tel...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 11 months