The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
MA in Archaeology and the Ancient Near East - Biblical SectionJerusalem, Israel
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jun 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 11,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* participation fee for the mandatory summer excavation is $1,570
Key Summary
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Introduction
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.