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Program Description
The PhD is a research degree. Its completion signifies that the recipient is able to conduct original research and has made a serious contribution to knowledge of the field. Students must train in a major and a minor field and must acquire both the Judaic and general background and methodology necessary for their research.
Admissions
All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include:
See Hebrew and Judaic Studies for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.
Dual Degree
The Hebrew and Judaic Studies Department offers a dual degree with the NYU School of Law: Hebrew and Judaic Studies PhD/Law JD.
See Hebrew and Judaic Studies for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.
Program Requirements
The program requires the completion of 72 credits (a minimum of 32 credits in residence at New York University), including the required course HBRJD-GA 1005 Prob & Meth in Hebrew & Judaic Studies. Students must also pass written qualifying examinations in major and minor fields and an oral examination in the major field, and present an acceptable dissertation. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the Hebrew language in its various phases as well as a reading knowledge of two modern Western languages or research languages, as demonstrated by examination.
Course List
| Course |
Title |
Credits |
| HBRJD-GA 1005 | Prob & Meth in Hebrew & Judaic Studies | 3 |
| 69 |
| Total Credits | 72 |
Additional Program Requirements
Language Requirement
Students must demonstrate proficiency in the Hebrew language in its various phases as well as a reading knowledge of two modern Western languages or research languages, as demonstrated by examination.
Qualifying Exams
Students must pass written qualifying examinations in major and minor fields and an oral examination in the major field.
Dissertation
Students must present and defend an acceptable dissertation.
Departmental Approval
All Graduate School of Arts & Science doctoral candidates must be approved for graduation by their department for the degree to be awarded.
Sample Plan of Study
Plan of Study Grid
| 1st Semester/Term |
|---|
| HBRJD-GA 1005 |
Prob & Meth in Hebrew & Judaic Studies |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| 2nd Semester/Term |
|---|
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| 3rd Semester/Term |
|---|
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| 4th Semester/Term |
|---|
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| 5th Semester/Term |
|---|
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| 6th Semester/Term |
|---|
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Credits | 12 |
| | Total Credits | 72 |
Following completion of the required coursework for the PhD, students are expected to maintain active status at New York University by enrolling in a research/writing course or a Maintain Matriculation (MAINT-GA 4747) course. All non-course requirements must be fulfilled prior to degree conferral, although the specific timing of completion may vary from student-to-student.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have:
- The ability to make a significant and original scholarly contribution to the field.
- Mastery of the theories and methods of the study of Jewish history and literature.
- Mastery of the secondary literature in two fields of Jewish Studies, including awareness of the critical issues and research questions.
- The ability to present a significant and original thesis- driven research paper in clear, succinct prose.
- The ability to design the syllabus for an undergraduate history class, to guide discussion in a seminar, and to deliver an undergraduate lecture.
- Proficiency in Hebrew, two research languages, and the primary languages relevant to the student’s field of interest.
Policies
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University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages.
Graduate School of Arts and Science Policies
Academic Policies for the Graduate School of Arts and Science can be found on the Academic Policies page.