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BA Jewish Studies (75% weighting) at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, Germany

Programme overview

The degree programme in Jewish Studies considers the Jewish religion, history and culture from the Antique period to the present day. Building on good language skills, it draws on a range of subdisciplines to offer students a comprehensive academic course.

Faculty: Heidelberg Center for Jewish Studies  |  Department: Heidelberg Center for Jewish Studies  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester only  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The degree programme is modular. It includes introductory, advanced, and specialised modules.

Career pathways

In the cross-disciplinary skills module, students develop key skills for the job market, as well as interdisciplinary and intercultural competencies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission route: Registration for subjects with no admission restrictions or entrance examinations, Jewish Studies, BA. Language of instruction: German.

Intake: Winter semester only

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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