Harvard Summer Program in Jerusalem, Israel

  Israel

Jerusalem

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 25-July 29

Description: Jerusalemsacred city and modern metropolisis one of the worlds most enchanting cities, where one encounters almost simultaneously the ancient, the medieval, and the modern. To experience Jerusalemcentral in different ways to Jews, Christians, and Muslimsis to experience history in all its complexity. At the same time, Jerusalem is about more than history and conflict; it is pulsing with all the chaotic vibrancy of a great modern city.

This program is ideal for students who would like

* an introduction to ancient and modern Jewish history, centered in Jerusalem.
* to broaden their perspectives on global politics and the creation of national narratives.
* to spend a summer getting to know one of the Middle Easts most beautiful cities.

Highlights: The Harvard summer program at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem offers an intensive introduction to both the Jewish world of late antiquitythe period of the emergence of Judaism and Christianity as we know themand the world of modern Jewish history, especially the chapters dealing with modern Jewish nationalism and the emergence of Israel.

NELC S-162 Study Abroad in Jerusalem: Israel and Jewish Identity from Ancient to Modern Times

This course is a study of the history of the term Israel and Jewish identity from biblical times through the emergence of Christianity until the rise of modern Jewish nationalism. We examine the dialectical relationship between sacred texts and modern politics and see how each informs the understanding of the other. We take advantage of the setting to visit archaeological and historical sites throughout Israel.

Prerequisites: none

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: $6,120

- tuition
- room and some meals
- access to libraries and computer services at Hebrew University
- access to Hebrew University Health Services
- course materials (other than books)
- excursions (including meals when appropriate)

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Transcript
• Written Application

Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Programs's Mission Statement: The Harvard Summer School makes Harvards academic resourcesa distinguished faculty, well-equipped laboratories, fine museums, and a world-class university library available to men and women of many ages, backgrounds, and nationalities through an intensive summer session of liberal arts courses in Cambridge and overseas. Our international student body includes Harvard undergraduate and graduate students, visitors from other colleges and universities, highly qualified secondary school students, adult learners, and nonnative English speakers seeking to refine their language skills. Students take courses to challenge themselves academically, meet degree requirements, prepare for graduate school, gain college experience, advance their careers, and pursue personal enrichment. Students who study at Harvard Summer School may reside in a supportive residential environment, commute to campus, complete courses via distance education, or participate in one of the faculty-led programs based abroad. Many come to experience the extraordinary environment of Harvard College academics, resources, and residential life. Harvard Summer School serves the University community by providing faculty with teaching opportunities that allow them to experiment with new materials and teaching methods. Students from many Harvard schools take advantage of the breadth of summer course offerings to meet requirements for concentrations and degree programs, and to create more flexibility within their term-time academic program. Harvard graduate students from abroad can work on refining their English language skills, and Harvard College students take advantage of the summer session to expand their cultural, social, and intellectual horizons by studying abroad.