Jewish Studies, Minor
The Jewish Studies Program provides an opportunity for students to study the Jewish experience from several perspectives including: language (Hebrew, Yiddish, and Ladino), literature in the original languages and in translation, the history and culture of the Jewish people from Biblical Israel to 21st-century America and modern Israel, the exploration of Jewish law, and the roles of gender and sex in Judaism. Students may specialize in Jewish Studies through a major or a minor, or though one of the following concentrations: Jewish History within the History Department, Hebraica/Judaica within the Department of Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, and Judaism within the Department of Religious Studies.
For more information: http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/jwst/undergraduate
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| Jewish History | ||
| Select 2 course units of Jewish History courses | 2 | |
| Jewish Literature | ||
| Select 2 course units of Jewish Literature courses from at least two different historical periods | 2 | |
| Jewish Religion or Culture | ||
| Select 2 course units of Jewish Religion or Culture courses | 2 | |
| Elective | ||
| Select 1 course unit of Elective | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 7 | |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.