Hebrew - 2008

Hebrew 3A and Hebrew 3B

Introduction

Hebrew, one of the major Semitic languages, has had an enormous impact on Western culture. It is one of the oldest languages in the world, having been spoken from about 1200 BC to the present day in Israel. Hebrew studies incorporates the learning of Hebrew, with the reading of fascinating Hebrew texts, short stories, novels and newspapers. If you are interested in exploring the Jewish experience in more depth, you can undertake Hebrew Studies as part of the interdepartmental Jewish Program.

By the completion of these subjects you should have acquired an enriched knowledge of the language through the use of modern Hebrew literature, the modern idiom spoken in Israel today, its vocabulary, grammar and syntax. This will prepare you for a broader range of experiences and use of the language in social and cultural activities.

Career Opportunities

Graduates who have majored in Hebrew studies have found employment as teachers, academics, translators, interpreters, writers, journalists, editors, in various areas of the public service and in professions serving the large, local Jewish community.

VCE Prerequisites

Completion of Hebrew 3/4 in Year 11 or equivalent. Applicants who have not completed Hebrew 3/4 will be required to attend an interview and/or sit a test to determine whether their proficiency is equivalent to Unit 3/4 level. Students must obtain an A/A+ average in Hebrew, and a B+ average across non prerequisite subjects.

Teaching Location

All classes are taught at School Centres.

Contact Hours

• Total class hours per week: 4

Contact your School Centre to find out how many classes per week you need to attend.

Credit Arrangements

See Credit Policy for further details.

Subject Descriptions

Both subjects must be successfully completed in order to obtain the ENTER increment.

Semester 1

183-119 Hebrew Post-Intermediate 3A

Semester 2

183-120 Hebrew Post-Intermediate 3B

More Information

Dr Dvir Abramovich
Tel: 8344 3789

Director
Centre for Jewish History and Culture
School of Languages and Linguistics
Level 5, Arts Centre Building
The University of Melbourne VIC 3010

Web: www.hebrew.unimelb.edu.au