Master of Arts in Ancient Judaism
Explore the history, literature, and religion of ancient Judaism across Persian, Hellenistic, Roman, and early medieval periods.
Best for:Best for scholars and students with a strong background in classical studies, ancient history, or religious studies seeking to specialize in ancient Judaism and its cultural contexts.
Overview
This specialized Master of Arts program at the University of Zurich offers rigorous training in the historical forms of Judaism from the Second Temple to the Rabbinical Periods. Students engage with Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek sources while collaborating with faculties from both Zurich and Bern. The curriculum spans literature, religion, and cultural contexts, providing a multidisciplinary approach to ancient Jewish studies. Ideal for scholars seeking deep expertise in classical Jewish history and textual analysis.
What you'll do
- Study and analyze Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek sources related to ancient Judaism.
- Engage with historical and literary texts from the Second Temple and Rabbinical Periods.
- Participate in interdisciplinary courses offered by the Faculties of Theology, Philosophy, and related departments at Universität Zürich and Universität Bern.
- Develop a specialized understanding of the cultural and religious contexts of ancient Judaism.
- Conduct research and write academic papers under faculty supervision.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty on interdisciplinary projects related to ancient Jewish studies.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Classical Studies, Religious Studies, History, or related disciplines.
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Ancient Judaism
Language: German (for academic purposes at the university); proficiency in English is required for reading and writing academic texts.
Instruction: German and English
- Proficiency in reading and analyzing ancient Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts.
- Strong background in classical studies, ancient history, or religious studies.
- Ability to conduct independent academic research.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary approaches in historical and religious studies.
- No specific nationality restrictions.
- Applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. Required documents include a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, and proof of language proficiency. Additional documents may be requested depending on the applicant’s background.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of language proficiency (German and English)
- Letters of recommendation (if required)
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