Modern Jewish Studies
Bachelor of Arts
About the Major
Our modern Jewish studies major provides an understanding of the diversity of Jewish life over time and place as a result of the interaction of Jewish culture, history, languages, politics, and religion with other civilizations.
Program Highlights
Through your coursework and experience, you'll obtain proficiency in Hebrew, develop an understanding of the major events in Jewish history, and learn about Jewish beliefs, ideas, and traditions.
Sample Courses
- Hebrew
- Faith and Hope
- Russian and Eastern European Jewish Culture
- War and Peace in the Middle East
Career Options
Our graduates pursue careers or further graduate training in foreign service, overseas business, education, social services, multi-media productions, visual and literary arts, advocacy organizations, museum work, and ministry.
- Jewish Family Service of San Diego
- Anti-Defamation League
- Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas
- Udemy
Transferable Skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Conversational skills
- Cultural awareness
- Writing
- Public speaking, presentation, and didactic skills
- Interpretive skills
- Linguistic skills
- Rhetorical Skills
Jewish Studies Program
College of Arts and Letters
