Pontifical Biblical Institute Joint Program

Overview

The Hebrew University’s joint program with the Pontifical Biblical Institute (PBI) in Rome provides PBI students with the opportunity to earn academic credits while studying in Jerusalem. This program has been in existence for more than 35 years. 

Curriculum

You will enroll in courses at the Hebrew University in the following areas:

  • Biblical archaeology
  • Biblical Hebrew
  • Biblical texts
  • History and culture of the ancient Near East

Eligibility

You must be enrolled in the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome to be eligible for this joint program. Please speak with your advisor at the PBI to learn more.

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If you have been selected to participate in this joint program by the PBI, a Hebrew University admissions officer will contact you in order to guide you through the Hebrew University’s admission process.

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Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Spring
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Israeli Society3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits