2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of Hebrew Language and Literature, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $500
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Biblical Languages and Literature Studies
Faculty
Hebrew Language and Literature
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Hebrew Language Instructor
Biblical Studies Researcher
Bible Translator
Seminary Lecturer
Biblical Expositor
Ministry Educator
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Hebrew Language and Literature (Dip.HLL) is a specialized academic program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Biblical Hebrew, Hebrew literature, and the linguistic foundations of the Old Testament. This program combines language study, literary analysis, and biblical interpretation to equip students with the skills necessary to read, understand, and interpret Hebrew texts in their original language for academic research, teaching, and ministry purposes.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Hebrew Proficiency
Hebrew Grammar Mastery
Hebrew Text Analysis
Literary Interpretation Skills
Exegetical Research Competence
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HLL 101 |
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew I |
3 |
|
HLL 102 |
Hebrew Grammar Fundamentals |
3 |
|
HLL 103 |
Hebrew Vocabulary & Syntax I |
3 |
|
HLL 104 |
Biblical Hebrew Reading & Comprehension I |
2 |
|
HLL 105 |
Introduction to Hebrew Literature |
2 |
|
HLL 106 |
Language Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HLL 111 |
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew II |
3 |
|
HLL 112 |
Hebrew Grammar Advanced I |
3 |
|
HLL 113 |
Hebrew Vocabulary & Syntax II |
3 |
|
HLL 114 |
Hebrew Poetry and Wisdom Literature |
3 |
|
HLL 115 |
Biblical Hebrew Reading & Comprehension II |
2 |
|
HLL 116 |
Language Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HLL 201 |
Advanced Biblical Hebrew I |
3 |
|
HLL 202 |
Biblical Narrative Analysis (Exodus–Kings) |
3 |
|
HLL 203 |
Hebrew Linguistics & Semantics I |
3 |
|
HLL 204 |
History of the Hebrew Language |
3 |
|
HLL 205 |
Translation Techniques (Hebrew → English) |
2 |
|
HLL 206 |
Language Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HLL 211 |
Advanced Biblical Hebrew II |
3 |
|
HLL 212 |
Biblical Poetry & Prophetic Literature |
3 |
|
HLL 213 |
Hebrew Linguistics & Semantics II |
3 |
|
HLL 214 |
Modern Hebrew & Israeli Literature |
3 |
|
HLL 215 |
Research & Writing in Hebrew Studies |
2 |
|
HLL 216 |
Language Practicum IV |
2 |
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