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The Hebrew language program within the Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics provides diverse courses that explore Hebrew language and literature across its rich historical timeline—spanning Biblical Hebrew, Rabbinic and Medieval Hebrew, to contemporary Modern Hebrew. While no degree program exists, students can earn a Certificate of Proficiency in Modern Hebrew Language, with all instruction conducted in Hebrew. Additionally, the Jewish Studies degree program, based in the Department of Humanities, mandates Hebrew language coursework.
The Certificate of Proficiency in Modern Hebrew Language, awarded by the Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics, recognizes students with advanced comprehension of Modern Hebrew grammar and usage, enabling effective communication in both formal and casual settings. To qualify, students must exhibit spoken fluency and demonstrate mastery of complex grammatical structures, stylistic nuances, and reading comprehension in Modern Hebrew.