The major in Jewish Studies requires 30 units of coursework. Because Jewish Studies overlaps with so many other fields, the program works well as a double major, or it can be paired with two minors. This way, students can pursue many interests and develop broad skill sets during their college years.
Our courses are taught by CSUN professors and lecturers from the Jewish Studies Program and the departments of English, History, Modern and Classical Languages, Religious Studies, and Sociology.
We encourage students of all religions and ethnic backgrounds to enroll in individual Jewish Studies courses or to complete the B.A. in Jewish Studies. Everyone is welcome!
Upon completion of the Jewish Studies major, students should be able to
1. Describe the variety of Jewish languages, religious practices, and cultures around the world, explain their history, and identify and analyze continuing changes in them.
2. Analyze how Jewish identity intersects with racial, ethnic, national, and other identities.
3. Explain the role of foundational Jewish texts in the continuing development of Jewish law and religious practice, and the major historical turning points therein.
4. Identify, define, explain, and apply major concepts in Jewish ethics, thought, religion, and/or philosophy.
The most up-to-date information about course offerings and requirements for the Jewish Studies major can be found in the CSUN course catalog.