MA degree in Hebrew and Jewish Studies Candidates for the MA in Hebrew and Jewish Studies select three courses of specialisation. Yiddish Language and Literature Other Jewish Languages. Candidates are assessed by a final, comprehensive written examination in two of their three areas of taught work. In the third area, they may either take a further examination, or submit written work, totalling from 7,500 to 10,000 words. They are also required to write a thesis of approximately 10,000 words which should be based in part on primary sources.
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The courses selected have to be approved by the Graduate Tutor. Candidates are assessed on their studies in the Graduate Seminar through written work. Each of the two other areas will be assessed by a final, comprehensive written examination. Candidates are also required to write a thesis of approximately 10,000 words, which should be based in part on primary sources. Further details appear below.