Program Overview
The Program Overview
The International M.A. in Jewish Education is the first English-language program at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem delivered in virtual mode, with two-weeks in-person in Israel. It offers academic excellence, flexibility, and a global community for educators seeking advanced professional development.
The program is designed for:
- Formal and informal educators working in Jewish institutions.
- Educators from diverse backgrounds who want access to innovative educational approaches developed in Israel.
The program offers a flexible virtual learning experience, including:
- Asynchronous online coursework throughout the academic year,
- One or two intensive February online sessions held live,
- A two-week in-person summer seminar in Jerusalem.
This international, non-thesis master’s degree welcomes Jewish and non-Jewish educators working across formal and informal frameworks. It explores Jewish education in dialogue with the social sciences and the philosophy of Jewish and Israeli education.
Participants learn from Melton Centre faculty and benefit from the academic resources of the Hebrew University — while studying primarily from their home communities.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
We believe in the transformative power of Jewish education as key to the continuity of the Jewish people. We aspire to a pluralistic, innovative, and accessible education that shapes leaders capable of strengthening their communities and addressing their challenges. Israel is a fundamental pillar, a source of inspiration, connection, and belonging in our identity.
Our Mission
We strengthen passionate Jewish educators through high-quality training that integrates innovation, accessibility, and a deep connection to Israel. We promote pluralism, leadership, and network-building to ensure the continuity of Jewish education.
Why Study With Us
What We Believe
We believe in the transformative power of Jewish education to strengthen communities worldwide. Our approach blends heritage, philosophical depth, and innovative pedagogy. We are committed to pluralism, dialogue, and collaboration as foundations of meaningful learning. This vision guides everything we do and shapes the educators we train.
A Global Community Connected to Israel
You join an international network of educators who learn from one another and share diverse perspectives. Courses led by Israeli scholars and a two-week seminar in Jerusalem create a lasting and nuanced relationship with Israel. This experience becomes part of your professional identity. It also broadens your understanding of Jewish life and its global connections.
Legacy, Innovation, Impact.
Our program provides rigorous academic training backed by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. You receive personalized support and practical and innovate tools that expand your professional horizon. Graduates return to their communities with renewed confidence and the ability to lead change. Their work generates real, lasting impact in Jewish education around the world.
Study Tracks
Our program offers three study tracks that allow students to deepen their knowledge and professional skills according to their interests and career goals. Each track provides a clear academic focus, practical tools, and a strong foundation for educational leadership.
- Culture & Identity Track
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This track provides a broad introduction to Jewish education through two core areas:
- the philosophy, sociology, and psychology of Jewish education,
- and the teaching of Jewish texts.
Together, they offer a rich and solid framework for understanding the main challenges facing the field today.
Students explore subjects such as Jewish identity, new pedagogical models, the role of classical and modern texts, and the impact of technology on Jewish education. The track equips educators with perspectives and tools that strengthen both their knowledge base and their practice. - Entrepreneurship & Innovation Track
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