Study the
Land of the Bible
in the Land
of the Bible

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Our Archaeology and Ancient Near Eastern Cultures (formerly, Ancient Israel Studies) MA program lets you get “hands-on” with Israel's ancient history while learning about the region’s fascinating past dating back to biblical times.

Uncover the Ancient World

Use modern-age methods to reconstruct the past

Actual Excavations

Join some of the world's most exciting digs: Masada, Jerusalem's City of David, Megiddo, & more

World-Renowned Mentors

Study with archaeological experts mentoring in knowledge, practical experience and skills

Program Video & Highlights

  • One-Year Graduate Program
    Tuition – $11,300
    (not including application fee, confirmation, housing)
  • 6 Field Trips / 4 Weeks of Excavation
  • Optional Thesis

GRADUATES TESTIMONIALS

Kristen Maiocco

USA

Rachel Ko

Canada

Brett Cohen

USA

TAU AT A GLANCE

  • Top 100 Innovation University
  • Nine Faculties from Art to Zoology
  • Diverse Campus, 2000+ International students
  • 30,000 Students
  • 3,500 Research Projects a Year

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