University Catalog 2024-2025

Hebrew (HBRW)

HBRW 1010  Elementary Hebrew I  (4)  

An introduction to the Hebrew language.

HBRW 1020  Elementary Hebrew II  (4)  

A continuation of Hebrew 1010.

Prerequisite(s): minimum score of PASS in 'HBRW 1020 Placement' or HBRW 1010.

HBRW 1100  Readings In Hebrew  (1)  

This course allows students with a background in Hebrew to read texts from their current JWST class in the original language.

HBRW 1290  Semester Abroad  (1-20)  

Semester Abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 1940  Transfer Coursework  (0-20)  

Transfer Coursework at the 1000 level. Department approval may be required.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 2030  Intermediate Hebrew I  (4)  

An introduction to Hebrew prose and poetry. A continuation of 1020 with emphasis on reading and Hebrew conversation.

Prerequisite(s): minimum score of PASS in 'HBRW 2030 Placement' or HBRW 1020.

HBRW 2130  Intermediate Hebrew II  (3)  

A continuation of Hebrew 2030 with an emphasis of reading and discussion of texts in Hebrew.

Prerequisite(s): minimum score of PASS in 'HBRW 2130 Placement' or HBRW 2030.

HBRW 2140  Reading In Hebrew  (1)  

This course allows students with a background in Hebrew to read texts from their current JWST class in the original language. Texts read will vary according to the concurrent course. For example, a student enrolled in JWST 4110 Rabbinic Judaism would read

HBRW 2230  Biblical Hebrew I  (3)  

This course will involve reading various texts of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and the study of biblical Hebrew.

HBRW 2390  Semester Abroad  (1-20)  

Semester Abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 2940  Transfer Coursework  (0-20)  

Transfer Coursework at the 2000 level. Department approval may be required.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 2990  Foreign Language Exempt  (0)  

Foreign Language Exempt.

HBRW 3100  Advanced Hebrew I  (3)  

An advanced class for students interested in pursuing further Hebrew studies. Class will read and discuss modern Hebrew literature as well as study advanced grammar and syntax. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 3110  Advanced Hebrew II  (3)  

A continuation of Hebrew 3100 with emphasis on deepening and expanding oral, aural, reading and writing skills in modern conversational Hebrew making extensive use of content and culture to develop language skills.

Prerequisite(s): minimum score of PASS in 'HBRW 3110 Placement' or HBRW 3100.

HBRW 3230  Biblical Hebrew II  (3)  

This course is a continuation of Hebrew 2230 Biblical Hebrew I and involves reading various texts from the Hebrew Bible. Biblical Hebrew grammar will be reviewed as appropriate.

HBRW 4910  Independent Study  (1-3)  

Independent Study. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 4920  Independent Study  (1-4)  

Independent Study. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 5190  Semester Abroad  (1-20)  

Semester Abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 5380  Junior Year Abroad  (1-20)  

Junior Year Abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 5390  Junior Year Abroad  (1-20)  

Junior Year Abroad. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.


Maximum Hours: 99

HBRW 5940  Transfer Coursework  (0-20)  

Transfer coursework at the 5000 level. Departmental approval required.


Maximum Hours: 99