Concentration in Jewish Classical Education
Join a movement to reimagine Jewish education — a movement new in our time, but deeply rooted in Jewish history.
A Humanities Degree Unlike Any Other
Tikvah has partnered with the University of Dallas, one of the world leaders in classical education, to offer an M.A. in Humanities with a concentration in Jewish Classical Education. This master’s degree is the only program of its kind in the world — an exploration of the history, culture, and ideas of Western Civilization and the Jewish people’s exceptional place within the human story. Our program equips established and aspiring educators to teach the best of Western culture from a Jewish perspective while also enhancing their ability to teach traditional Judaic studies.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Online &
In-Person
Program attendance options
1-4
Years
Program duration
Scholarships
Available
Based on merit and need
OUR VISION
If Jews and Judaism are truly summoned to be “a light unto the nations,” then the purpose of Jewish education is to kindle that light. We must raise up committed Jews who understand and care about their exceptional role in history, who bring Jewish wisdom into the civilizational arena, and who incorporate the best of Western culture into Jewish life. This is the mission of Jewish classical education: to build a movement of civilizational renewal that looks to the past heights of human excellence as a guide to the future, and that does so with a Jewish mind and Jewish heart.
THE CURRICULUM
Study the greatest texts of the West and the pedagogy that will bring them to life.
Explore some of our courses:
Trivium & Quadrivium
Explore the seven disciplines at the foundation of a liberal education.
Jerusalem and Athens
Study the fundamental texts and ideas of the two cultures which together formed the West.
Great Works series
Survey the greatest texts of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Modern ages.
Classical Pedagogy
Explore the principles which guide master teachers within the classical classroom.
Philosophy of Education
Consider the nature of the human person and how this shapes our understanding of education.
Summer Intensive
Build your network, receive live feedback on model lessons, explore art and culture, and more.
JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Our program is designed for current educators, recent graduates or established professionals interested in launching teaching careers, school and lay leaders, and anyone who wants to study Western civilization through a Jewish lens.
I was always interested in having a deeper grasp of Jewish sources. This program has given me a better understanding of my Jewish identity.
My studies have given me deeper insight into the foundational ideas I teach my students in Tanakh and Talmud classes.
The Lobel program offers a uniquely high level of textual learning that I haven’t experienced anywhere else.
Learning with other like-minded professionals who have the power to influence Jewish studies around the world has made me hopeful for the future of Jewish education.
Take the Next Step
Sign up for more information on Tikvah’s Master of Arts in Humanities
