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Religious Roots of Europe: Rabbinic Texts and Theology

Lund University
Lund , Sweden
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Tuition Fee
SEK 22,500
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Start Date
2026-08-31
Medium of studying
Blended
Duration
5 months
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Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Jewish Studies | Religious Studies | Theology
Area of study
Humanities
Education type
Blended
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
SEK 22,500
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Program start dateApplication deadline
2026-08-31-
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Program Overview

Course Overview

The course explores selected texts from classical rabbinic literature, ranging from the Mishnah to the Babylonian Talmud. Attention is given to the political, cultural, and linguistic contexts in which these texts emerged, alongside their origin, content, and characteristics.


Course Details

  • Course name: Religious Roots of Europe: Rabbinic Texts and Theology
  • Level: Master's
  • Credits: 10
  • Language: English
  • Place of study: Multiple cities
  • Course code: TRVN16

Teaching and Learning

The course combines digital learning with a compact seminar held in Lund. Instruction is structured around weekly assignments submitted via the course forum, where students also engage with each other's work. This format supports a continuous and thoughtful engagement with the material.


Assessment

Assessment is based on a final paper where students demonstrate their ability to interpret and critically assess rabbinic literature. Completion of weekly assignments is required to qualify for the exam, ensuring a steady progression throughout the course.


After the Course

The course is a component of the Master's programme Religious Roots of Europe (120 credits). It can also be studied as a freestanding course.


Dates

Autumn Semester 2026 - First Application Round

  • Start: 31 August 2026
  • End: 17 January 2027
  • Form: Hybrid learning
  • Pace: Part-time
  • Language: English
  • City: Lund

Autumn Semester 2026 - Second Application Round

  • Start: 31 August 2026
  • End: 17 January 2027
  • Form: Normal learning
  • Pace: Part-time
  • Language: English
  • City: Lund

Requirements and Selection

Prerequisites

To be admitted to the course, students must have successfully completed 90 credits in religious studies, humanities, social sciences, or law, of which a minimum of 10 credits must be in Hebrew (biblical or modern), or the equivalent.


Selection Criteria

Seats are allocated according to: ECTS (HPAV): 100%.


Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees for Non-EU/EEA Citizens

Citizens of countries outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees.


  • Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 22,500
  • First payment: SEK 22,500

No Tuition Fees for Citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland.


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