Program Overview

Jewish Studies Major

The Jewish Studies Major is a comprehensive program that offers students a deep understanding of Jewish history, culture, and literature.

Program Details

• Degree Awarded: BA
• Hours To Complete: 35
• Courses Required: 10

Requirements

• Core Course (3 credits): Choose from JS 101, JS 125, JS 270, or JS 308
• Language (Max 6 credits): Any two Hebrew courses
• Electives (22 credits):
  • No more than one 100-level course
  • One class must be four credits
  • At least one course must be taken in each of three Topical Areas:
    • Historical Studies
    • Religious Studies
    • Language, Literature and Culture
  • At least one course must be taken in each of two Chronological Areas:
    • Premodern
    • Modern
  • Note: The same class might fulfill both a Topical Area and a Chronological Area, but can only be used to fulfill one
• JS 490RW or any 4-credit 400-level course with writing (W): The final paper must be written on a Jewish studies topic

Institution

The Jewish Studies Major is offered by the Emory College of Arts and Sciences.