English Department

Welcome to the website of the English Department at the Hebrew University. If you are interested in studying literature in English, this is the place for you. I hope by this brief introductory letter to give you a sense of what the department has to offer... Read more about Message from the Chair

Interested in pursuing graduate studies in English literature? Join us for a meeting with teachers and students of the English Department.

On Monday, 24 May 2021, 18:00 -19:00, we will welcome you with information about our MA tracks and PhD program, our admission requirements, the courses we will offer next year, our research interests, and everything else you wish to know. the Department Chair, Graduate Advisor, and student representatives will introduce the program and answer questions.  Read more about MA - Open Day

Every year, the English Department offers its BA, MA and Doctoral students a variety of bursaries and prizes, in addition to scholarships for fully funded study trips abroad (England, Ireland, California). Below is a select list of prizes offered in recent years. Read more about Scholarships and Prizes

... is a creative writing group in which members can respond to bi-monthly writing prompts and give/receive feedback. It is affiliated with the English Department at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Read more about Write Club

The English Department at the Hebrew University offers a prestigious program for the study of literature in English. Our focus is on the British and American traditions supplemented by insights into South African, Canadian and Irish literatures. We pride ourselves on the high level of our Seminars and on the international reputation of our researchers. Read more about Programmes