Jewish Studies

    Jewish Studies

    York University
    University Rank:#333
    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 22,878 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Jewish Studies

    About

    Certificates allow you to complete a specific group of university courses (for credit) as either part of your degree studies or separately. Additional details on certificates.

    The Certificate in Jewish Studies is an undergraduate disciplinary certificate focusing on the history and cultural practices of Jews around the world and in different eras. You can take this either as a stand-alone certificate or if you are a student who is already enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. Students can either apply for direct entry or during their undergraduate studies.

    For specific questions about the Certificate in Jewish Studies, please contact Professor Ahouva Shulman, Program Coordinator, at [email protected].

    For Jewish Teacher Education (JTE) student advising, planning, and consultation about course work and approved equivalents, please contact Professor L. Wiseman at lw[email protected].

    For specific information about courses offered in Hebrew, please contact Professor Ahouva Shulman at [email protected] or the office of the Department of Languages, Literatures & Linguistics, 561 Ross South, 416-736-5016.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyyat/General Secondary Education Certificate

    English Program Requirements

    Acceptable English Language TestsMinimum Score Required
    TOEFL
    Test of English as a Foreign Language
    York's TOEFL code is 0894
    iBT: 88 for tests taken prior to January 2026
    iBT: 4.5 for tests taken January 2026 and after
    IELTS*
    International English Language Testing Service
    (Academic Module)
    6.5
    Pearson PTE Academic60
    Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)60
    Cambridge English Language Assessment (CAE, CPE)C1 Advanced (no score below 180)
    Duolingo120

    *The IELTS Academic test is required for admission to York University. IELTS General will not be accepted for language proficiency requirements.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,878 / year
    Jewish Studies
    York University
    York University
    Canada

    Canada, Toronto

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