As a student you will begin from scratch with an introduction to the Hebrew script, alef-bet, both how to read and write (cursive). With just a few words you will be able to say and write your first sentences in Hebrew. We will read simple texts and analyse Hebrew characteristic grammatical phenomena. You will learn to apply these characteristics in translation and conversational exercises. Exercises in written proficiency are included through the writing of simple texts. In addition to the regular required reading, we will watch film sequences and listen to Hebrew songs. Towards the end of the semester, you will learn how to look up Hebrew verbs in a dictionary as well as give a presentation in Hebrew about yourself that fits into an authentic context. The course consists of the following modules: Grammar and Reading Comprehension, 7.5 credits and Oral and Written Proficiency, 7.5 credits.

How is the course designed?

The course is offered as half-time and you are expected to spend about 20 hours a week on studies, divided between teacher-led teaching and self-study. Teaching and learning activities takes place in class and also by means of uploaded material in Canvas. The course starts every autumn semester. In the autumn semester 2024, the course is offered on campus, not online.

Who is the course for?

Knowledge of modern Hebrew can be of value to those who want to work with media and communication. Other important professional areas are trade, tourism, work for international organizations, mediation and peace work, museums and cultural heritage, fiction and technical translation, church work, religious dialogue and foreign policy analysis. The courses in modern Hebrew can be combined with, for example, courses in Jewish Studies and Yiddish Studies, other Semitic languages ​​such as Arabic or within the subject of Middle Eastern Studies, and East and Central European Studies.