The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
MA in Archaeology and the Ancient Near East - Biblical Section
Jerusalem, Israel
MA
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 11,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* participation fee for the mandatory summer excavation is $1,570
Key Summary
About: The Hebrew University of Jerusalem's MA in Archaeology and the Ancient Near East (Biblical Section) offers focused study of the Land of Israel in the Bronze and Iron Ages, covering archaeology, history, ancient texts. Hybrid study available for one semester. The non-research track is one year, combining intensive courses, fieldwork at excavations and surveys, and access to Institute of Archaeology labs (3D scanning) and ancient technologies.
Career Outcomes: Graduates may enter a research track and complete an MA thesis or move into careers in museums, education and tourism, heritage management, archaeological fieldwork, curation, teaching, postgraduate study in related fields.
Hybrid study options available for 1 semester
The Hebrew University’s M.A. in Archaeology and the Ancient Near East - Biblical Section provides a unique, concentrated opportunity to examine the history and culture of the Land of Israel during the Bronze and Iron Ages. Students become acquainted with the main topics and methodologies in the fields of archaeology, regional history, and ancient texts and languages.
The program combines intensive courses taught by leading experts with hands-on field experience at major excavations and surveys throughout the country. Students also have access to the cutting-edge facilities of the Institute of Archaeology, including the Computational Archaeology Laboratory (with 3D scanning), the Laboratory for Archaeological Materials and Ancient Technologies, and the Institute’s renowned Collection Room.
Students enroll in the non-research track, which comprises one year of study, and upon successful completion of the program may proceed to a research track in the following year, which includes writing an M.A. thesis.
Scholarships, based on both merit and demonstrated need, are available. Please see our Scholarships & Financial Aid page for more information.
Alumni of the program are well-positioned for further degree studies and academic careers in archaeology, as well as for professional careers in museums, education and tourism.
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