Yiddish Culture, Language and Literature

The BA program in Yiddish Culture, Language and Literature is designed as a minor in the combination BA. Students take consecutive courses in Modern Standard Yiddish and a survey of Yiddish Studies with accompanying seminars during the first years of study. During the third year, they take a research oriented module in modern Yiddish culture and literature.

A command of Modern Standard Yiddish which is acquired during the first three semesters forms the basis for the study sources in non-standard forms of the language during the last three semesters of the program.

Students learn to work independently with Yiddish texts, to consider popular representations of Yiddish culture in their cultural and historical context, and to reflect upon the scholarly and socio-political usage of their chosen topic.

Students acquire analytical skills at an academic level, presenting facts and ideas in writing and in oral presentations skills which are valuable in all fields where these qualities of academics in the humanities are called for.

Online Registration In order to check whether you fulfil the entry and admission conditions you have to register online During the registration you will be requested to enter your contact details and to upload documents proving your aptitude:

• Application form (to download the application form click here)
• Certificate of Bachelor study programme,
• Transcript of records,
• Proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, German “Abitur”, etc.),
• Content of modules (courses) taken in Cell and Molecular Biology (4 CP) or in Biochemistry (4 CP) or in Biopsychology (4 CP) or in Physiology (4 CP) and/or anatomy/neuroanatomy, at least 2 credit points from practical experience should be available.

Documents in languages other than English or German have to be certified translated by a sworn translator. Documents in languages other than German or English willnot be accepted. In case you have not completed your Bachelor programme yet, an interim certificate with at least 80% of examination and study achievements has be submitted instead. After saving, entered and uploaded information can be changed later on.