BA in Jewish Studies in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

The Jewish Studies Program enables students to explore Jewish heritage through multiple lenses, such as: language studies (Hebrew, Yiddish, and Ladino), literary works in both original and translated forms, the historical and cultural evolution of Jewish communities from ancient Israel to contemporary America and modern Israel, examinations of Jewish legal traditions, and investigations into gender dynamics within Judaism. Students can focus on Jewish Studies by pursuing a major or minor, or by selecting from specialized tracks including: Jewish History in the History Department, Hebraic/Judaic Studies in Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, and Jewish Religious Studies within the Religious Studies Department.