General provisions

The course may be taken independently.

Entry requirements

A Bachelor's degree with a language subject as the main field of study. Proficiency in Swedish and English equivalent to the general entry requirements for first-cycle (Bachelor's level) studies.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, to earn the grade Pass the student should at least be able to:

With respect to module 1: Classical Hebrew grammar and text in a Semitic perspective Carry out a contrastive description of the morphology or syntax against the background of other Central Semitic languages of the Hebrew and what is stated in the learning outcomes for the module Basic course in Hebrew within Hebrew A1

With respect to module 2: Biblical Hebrew I What is stated in the learning outcomes for the module Biblical Hebrew within Hebrew A1

With respect to module 3: Biblical Hebrew II What is stated in the learning outcomes for the module Biblical Hebrew II within Hebrew A1

Content

Module 1:

Classical Hebrew grammar and text in a Semitic perspective, 5 credits

Module 2:

Biblical Hebrew I, 5 credits

Module 3:

Biblical Hebrew II, 5 credits

Instruction

Instruction consists of lectures, workshops and assessment.

The student's own learning activities are crucial for completion of the course.

Assessment

The comparative parts are examined in the form of an advanced assignment of about 5-10 pages that mainly treat one or several distinctive features of the Hebrew linguistic structure in a Semitic perspective. The students show the results of their learning through a combination of different forms of assessment, which can be either oral or written. They can take place at scheduled time and location (for instance within the framework of regular teaching), or be such that the student carry out alone. Information regarding assessment will be announced at the beginning of the course. To receive the grade Pass with distinction, Pass with distinction in at least two of the included modules is required.

Specialisation in relation to degree requirements: The course may not be included in a degree if equivalent parts have been read within another course included in the degree.