Leo Baeck College, Centre for Jewish Education
MA IN APPLIED RABBINIC THEOLOGY (RABBINIC STUDENTS ONLY)

Finchley, United Kingdom

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EARLIEST START DATE

Aug 2024

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On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The MA in Applied Rabbinic Theology program is designed exclusively for rabbinic students. It focuses on developing advanced skills in practical theology, enabling graduates to apply rabbinic teachings in various contexts. This program supports students in deepening their understanding of Jewish texts and traditions while addressing contemporary issues.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can explore roles such as rabbis, community leaders, educators, or spiritual advisors. The program prepares students for positions in synagogues, educational institutions, and various religious organizations.

The MA in Applied Rabbinic Theology provides those studying for Rabbinic Ordination with the opportunity to combine the study of biblical and rabbinic texts at MA level with commensurate congregational and pastoral work and analysis, thus heightening the synergy between them. In addition, students will have the opportunity to study creative and comparative liturgy, Jewish responses to theodicy and readings in modern Jewish thought.

The MA in Applied Rabbinic Theology will be awarded to students who have successfully completed 180 credits. 60 credits are awarded for a dissertation of 20,000 words and the remaining 120 credits are obtained through the completion of modules. There are 195 contact hours. This course usually takes twenty months to complete.

This programme is quality assured by Middlesex University and you will receive a Middlesex award on successful completion.

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