The study programme addresses the social and cultural contexts of Jewish life in Israel and the diasporas and approaches Jewish identity as complex, multifaceted and intertwined with other aspects of identity. In an increasingly globalized and digitalized world, religious and cultural identities are shaped in multicultural settings and by interreligious encounters. Hence, the study programme develops intercultural competence in tandem with the exploration of Jewish history, religion, and culture.
After completing the programme, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes defined as knowledge, skills and general competences.
Knowledge
The student has
- knowledge of Jewish history, religion, and culture
- basic knowledge of approaches to Jewish studies, religious studies, and the study of history
- basic knowledge of citizenship studies, religious and political ethics, and interreligious and intercultural relations
Skills
The student can
- interpret and discuss classical Jewish sources and contemporary expressions of the Jewish tradition in literature, art, and popular culture
- access and participate in discourses on identity, ethics, and intercultural and interreligious relations
- compare and interrelate aspects of modern Jewish history and culture in different countries and communities
- develop and conduct learning sessions about Jewish history, religion, and culture and convey intercultural insights through dialogue
General competence
The student has
- experience with academic self-reflection on Jewish identity and belonging
- intercultural competence and dialogue skills
- experience with collaborative and explorative learning