In the main, these courses have no prerequisites, though in most seminars some background knowledge is assumed. These courses review and critically analyze methods, theories, and strategies employed by scholars of religion. The additional course may be taken in any of these areas at the student's option. Department policy on tutorials. Students wishing to arrange individual or group tutorials with departmental faculty must submit a proposal to the prospective tutor no later than the last day of classes during the preceding term.
Honors work is evaluated by the tutor and two readers, one of whom is from outside the department.
High honors may be awarded after the student's work has been submitted for a departmental colloquium. Wesleyan offers students a number of opportunities to pursue studies in Hebrew language and literature, Israeli culture, Judaica, and Jewish civilization. Hebrew courses beginning with 202 can count toward a religion major. For more information, please call Dalit Katz, x2297. The Program is sponsored by the Religion Department and is embedded within the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.