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BA Jewish Studies (2-field, Minor Field) at University of Freiburg

University of Freiburg, Germany

Programme overview

Are you interested in the great diversity of Judaism throughout history and the present? Are you motivated to broaden your horizon by learning modern and biblical Hebrew and immersing yourself in Jewish culture? On the Jewish Studies degree you will engage with research into the more than 3000 years of culture, religion, literature and history of Judaism.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 6 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester  |  Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The field of Jewish studies focuses on the culture, religion, literature, languages, and history of Judaism from their Biblical origins to modern times. It also encompasses an extraordinarily large geographical area, taking into account not only Israel but also the Diaspora in research and instruction.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission (first semester): Without special prerequisites for admission (free admission). Language requirements: German C1. Application period: 1 June – 8 October.

Intake: Winter Semester

Duration: 6 semesters

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