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PhD Near Eastern and Judaic Studies at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD trains scholars and teachers in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, covering Judaism and the neighboring cultures of Christianity and Islam across ancient, medieval and modern times. Dedicated language instruction is offered in Hebrew, Arabic and Yiddish.

Faculty: School of Arts, Humanities and Culture  |  Department: Department of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

What you will study

Students specialize in Hebrew Bible and the Ancient Near East; Ancient and Medieval Jewish, Christian and Islamic Studies; or Jewish history, culture and religion through the modern period, including Israel studies, while also taking courses in other areas.

Career pathways

Graduates become scholars and also work in publishing, museums, secondary education, advocacy and non-profit work, and defense and intelligence agencies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission: bachelor's degree, transcripts, three letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose, writing sample; GRE optional.

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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