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Jerusalem
Spring '10 applicants should schedule an advising
appointment with the Director of Study Abroad.
Situated at the crossroads of East and West, Jerusalem is a city of powerful religious, political, and historical contrasts. Sacred to three of the world’s religions, Jerusalem’s shrines, temples, mosques, churches, and archaeological treasures create a philosophical and spiritual atmosphere which, combined with the many market places and active street life, demonstrate the unique makeup of this fascinating city.
The first university in the new nation of Israel, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem fulfills an important role in preparing Israelis to meet their nation’s current political and cultural challenges. As the university’s international arm, the Rothberg International School offers an opportunity for students from around the world to study various disciplines with a Jewish or Islamic focus. Located on the Mount Scopus campus, the Rothberg International School provides a base from which students can explore the cultural riches of Jerusalem.
Dates: Spring semester: mid-January to mid-June.
Fields of Study: Hebrew language, Arabic language, anthropology, archaeology, art history, economics, history, international relations, literature, philosophy, politics, religious studies, sociology.
Eligibility: 9.0 GPA required.
Number of Students: Approximately 3–6 Pomona students. Total semester group approximately 350. The Rothberg School’s enrollment is
1,200. Hebrew University’s enrollment is 24,000.
Academic Program: Before the spring semester at Hebrew University begins, students enroll in the winter Ulpan, an intensive Hebrew language course (0.75 Pomona course credits). During the academic semester, Pomona requires students to enroll in courses totaling a minimum of 15 Hebrew University credits.
One of these courses must be a Hebrew language course (1 Pomona course credit),
and students choose three electives (0.75 Pomona course credits each). One
elective must be in Jewish or Israeli studies.
Students with a minimum of a 10.5 GPA may apply to the "Spring in Jerusalem"
program. For this program, students enroll in the winter Ulpan, and during the
semester they must also take courses totaling 15 credits, including one Hebrew
language course. For their electives, students take at least two courses at
Hebrew University in departments taught in English. These departments include
the following fields: Brain Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental
Studies, Game Theory, Program in Rationality, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
and Jewish Studies. Students taking courses at Hebrew University are in classes
alongside Israeli students. The third elective course may be taken either at
Hebrew University or at Rothberg International School.
Living Arrangements: Spring semester participants will be placed in dormitory housing, if available; otherwise, they will be housed in private apartments located with the
assistance of Hebrew University.
Faculty Liaison: Lynn Rapaport
Internet Link:
http://overseas.huji.ac.il
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