Hebrew and Aramaic Languages and Cultures
| Specialisation of: | Classics and Ancient Civilisations |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Arts in Classics and Ancient Civilisations |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Start date: | September, February |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60821 |
Hebrew and Aramaic Languages and Cultures is taught by Leiden University’s Department of Hebrew and Aramaic, which houses the only Chair of both Hebrew and Aramaic world-wide. In this programme, you have the chance to study Classical Hebrew and the various Aramaic languages through their 3000-year history. While you have the opportunity to take courses in Modern Hebrew language and literature and contemporary Israeli society, you can also explore various Aramaic languages and literatures, including Syriac, Targumic Aramaic and Imperial Aramaic.
Career
As a graduate from the MA in Hebrew and Aramaic Languages and Culture you will be qualified to move on to further research work—or teaching—in academic institutions. Further, you will be qualified to find work as a teacher, translator of contemporary literature or Biblical texts, or in university libraries. A specialisation in Modern Hebrew and contemporary Israeli society, by contrast, can open up a number of possibilities requiring expertise in a field of Middle Eastern Studies, for instance in multi-national companies or government institutions. However, the broad analytical and communicative skills acquired will enable you embark on many kinds of jobs which require thorough, yet creative thinking.
Some figures about graduates of Middle Eastern and African studies
How successful are they in finding a job?
- 90 % found a job within six months.
- 90 % held a position at academic or HBO level when the study was carried out.
In which sector do they find jobs?
- Research: 30
- Teaching: 13
- Publishing / book sector: 13
- Idealistic organisation: 13
- Communication: 4
- Business services: 4
- Other: 22
What are their main tasks and responsibilities? (%)
Source: Employment Market Study among Leiden Graduates of Middle Eastern and African studies (2009, Student Career Service Humanities )
