MSt in Yiddish Studies at University of Oxford

Programme overview

The MSt in Yiddish Studies is a taught course exploring Yiddish language, literature and culture, including modern literature, language history and special topics, with a dissertation. It introduces students considering doctoral research in the field.

What you will study

The degree comprises a paper in modern Yiddish literature, a paper in the history of the Yiddish language, an option paper and a dissertation. Both compulsory papers are taught in six tutorials; the option paper is taught in tutorials or seminars.

Career pathways

Many graduates proceed to doctoral degrees at Oxford or elsewhere; others enter teaching, journalism, law, publishing and the civil service.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant field; most successful applicants have a high first-class degree or equivalent. Degree-level competence in Yiddish (spoken or written) is a requirement (candidates without it may exceptionally still be considered). For US degrees the minimum GPA normally required is 3.6/4.0 (most successful applicants 3.7). No GRE or GMAT scores are sought. Details of publications are of interest. Written work: two essays of up to 2,000 words each. Interviews are not normally held but may be used to clarify an application. Oxford higher-level English: IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall (185 per component); Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 (155 per component). Application deadline for 2027-28 entry: 12:00 midday UK time, 5 January 2027 (final deadline for Oxford scholarships consideration: 2 March 2027).

Domestic applicants: GBP 21,090 a year (2027/28). Home fee Source

International applicants: GBP 46,350 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 9 months full-time

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