Modern Hebrew ,Certificate
Culture, Israel, Language, Middle East, Translation, judaism
An understanding of modern Hebrew adds context and nuance to any study of the complex issues at play in the Middle East.
The certificate program in modern Hebrew provides students with a firm foundation in the modern Hebrew language and a broad knowledge of Israeli culture, leading to advanced skills in reading, writing and conversing in the language. The program includes the study of literature, politics and history, enriching students' knowledge of the Middle East and offering them deeper understanding of current affairs.
2025-2026 Catalog Year
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The certificate requires 20 credit hours. Each course must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or higher. A minimum of 12 credit hours must be completed at the upper-division level and a minimum of 12 credit hours must be earned at ASU or in an ASU-approved study abroad program.
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HEB 201 Intermediate Modern Hebrew I
4 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 4 |
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HEB 202 Intermediate Modern Hebrew II
4 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 4 |
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HEB 313 Advanced Modern Hebrew I
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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HEB 314 Advanced Modern Hebrew II
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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6 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 6 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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ASU students admitted to a degree program in any field of study are eligible to enroll in the modern Hebrew certificate program. To be admitted to the program, students must complete HEB 101 and 102 Elementary Modern Hebrew, satisfying the requirements to enroll in HEB 201 Intermediate Modern Hebrew.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Examine the current political affairs of Israel through writing assignments.
- Discuss Israeli culture and history through review of films.
- Communicate orally and in writing in Modern Hebrew at the intermediate level.
Graduates who have combined the certificate in modern Hebrew with their major program of study may become more marketable to employers, and they often decide to pursue employment in political analysis, tourism and hospitality, foreign policy, international business, media, translation, education or marketing.
School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
