Category

Jewish Studies

Level

Level 3

Qualification Number

603/2223/8

Total Credits

30

Course Overview

Notice: This qualification is set to be withdrawn on May 6, 2026.

These are core Jewish qualifications which were developed with input from Jewish schools, colleges and other subject experts.

The qualifications can be taken in the form of subsidiary, standard or extended diplomas and cover a range of topics such as Jewish Philosophy, the Jewish Year, Pentateuch and Contemporary Halacha.

Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction.
For the progression routes visit our progression routes page.

Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.

Typical Age

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 14 and above.

Qualifications

Language

For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:

IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49

Details Unit Aims
Jewish Philosophy and Ethics
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Understand the fundamental concept in Judaism of Man’s mission in this world
  2. Understand what is required to live a virtuous life from a Jewish perspective
  3. Understand selected concepts in Jewish thought and their ramifications
  4. Understand ho
Contemporary Halacha
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Understand the origins of selected Jewish Laws
  2. Understand how ancient Jewish laws are applied today
  3. Examine the role of Rabbinical legal decision (psak)in defining Jewish Law
Pentateuch
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
  1. Understand the key events in the Pentateuch within their given contexts
  2. Understand the origin, culture and heritage of the Jewish Nation through study of key events
  3. Be able to identify and explain literal and allegorical meaning in specific texts of
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