All students are introduced to the disciplines, theories, methods, and practice of learning and research in Jewish Studies, and those without prior knowledge of Hebrew learn the language at elementary level. An extensive range of optional modules are available in Jewish history, literature, languages, and Jewish thought, from antiquity to the modern world.
The Jewish Studies MA at UCL enables you to choose from a selection of modules that cover all areas, periods and aspects of Jewish studies. You’ll graduate with skills ideal for academic careers or professional roles in education, the media and more.
Popular career paths for graduates from the department include Charities, NGOs and international development 33.3%, Construction, Built Environment, Property 20% and Teaching or other educational activities 13.3%.
Employers of our graduates include Cognizant Technology Solutions, JCS Accountants, Jewish Community Centre, Leo Baeck College, West London Synagogue.*
Graduate Outcomes survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of UK and EU graduates in the 2018–24 cohorts.
UCL Hebrew and Jewish Studies is unique in the UK as the only university department dedicated to this field. We have an outstanding international reputation for our research , teaching , and expertise. We aim to provide a warm, friendly, and highly ambitious environment for study.
We offer a wide range of taught modules, with further options available in other departments at UCL and elsewhere in London. Our students are given individual attention and encouraged to pursue their own interests and research.