The RESTtalks lecture series was launched in October 2019 as a forum for showcasing the research interests and teaching expertise of our core faculty. Three lectures took place in 2019/2020. The series resumed for a second “seasons” in January of 2023, and season three began in October 2023. Future speakers in the series are Prof. […]
Students get up close and personal with an eclectic group of authors while earning course credit through LA&PS’ Canadian Writers in Person (AP/CLTR 1953 6.0A) course. You’ll explore the contemporary work of renowned authors, while having the unique opportunity to engage with them in a dialogue about their work. Readings are free and open to […]
CCYSA aims to connect students who share the passion for the rights and cultures of children and youth across the world. We will accomplish this by building friendships, providing support and network through social events, information sessions, and workshops. For any questions, please contact ccysa2019@gmail.com or send us a message through our Instagram @ccysa_ Quick […]
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Where diversity comes together Our program is the place to explore how and why humans appeal to spirituality to make sense of themselves and their world. We apply a religious lens to history, anthropology, political science, literature and cultural studies. We also examine the origins and early literature of the primary […]
To obtain university entrance and scholarship applications, please contact the addresses given below. All scholarships are open to any full-time York student, who has completed at least one full year at York; they are generally not awarded to students for whom the year in Israel will be their last at York. For undergraduates, preference will […]
Browse through the database below to explore courses that will fulfill certain degree requirements in the Jewish Studies program. When registering for classes on the Course Timetable website, be sure to carefully read through the “Notes/Additional Fees” section of each course you select. Remember that REMT & ONLN are completely online courses and LECT, TUT, […]
Jewish Studies explores the texts, histories, cultures, sociologies, languages, literatures and fine arts of the Jewish people from biblical times to the present. It also examines Jewish interactions with non-Jews over the ages, both cooperative and antagonistic, elements of cultural symbiosis, evolving attitudes toward and images of Jews within various non-Jewish cultures and the history […]
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Explore the rich histories, cultures and languages of the Jewish people. Fulfill your diverse academic interests while immersing yourself in Jewish Studies. You’ll examine Judaism as a religion, but also explore Jewish texts, histories, sociologies, languages and fine arts from biblical times to the present. You’ll benefit from our small group […]
How do IS students find their way to a big project? First, they do a few years of college or university studies. Others arrive from the work world. Nobody comes straight in from high school because it pays to know your way around a university, and to know your skills and goals. Students start with […]
The Specialized Honours BA program in Individualized Studies is designed for students wishing to pursue an interdisciplinary topic that requires courses from different areas across York. Students will be asked to prepare a statement describing their desired subject. They will also be asked to identify a set of relevant courses from LA&PS and other faculties. […]