Biblical Hebrew
January 6 – 15, 2026 | Cambridge, UK
Learn Biblical Hebrew from Scratch — in Just 10 Days
Join us in historic Cambridge for an academic intensive designed to take you from the Hebrew aleph-bet to translating foundational biblical texts.
Whether you’re a student, post-doc, or someone with prior experience in languages, this course offers a rigorous and rewarding introduction to Biblical Hebrew.
What You’ll Learn
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Hebrew Aleph-bet – Begin with the basics: reading and writing the Hebrew script.
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Foundational Grammar – Build a solid understanding of Biblical Hebrew grammar.
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Core Vocabulary – Learn essential words that appear throughout biblical texts.
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Reading & Translation – Gain confidence in translating basic passages from the Hebrew Bible.
Why Join This Intensive?
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10 days of structured, in-depth learning
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Ideal preparation for further theological or linguistic study
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Small-group setting with personalized support
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Learn alongside motivated peers in a historic academic setting
- A rare opportunity to see Westminster’s collection of ancient manuscripts
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- Trip to the University Library’s Genizah Collection
Meet Your Tutor
Dr Diana Paulding
Associate Tutor in Biblical Studies, Westminster College, Cambridge
Diana Paulding (she/her) has a PhD from the University of Exeter. Her research focuses on the role of cultural trauma in the Book of Job and its implications for contemporary Christian contexts, particularly concerning the climate crisis. Diana holds BA and MPhil degrees from the University of Cambridge. She is an experienced adult educator in both university and non-university contexts.
Course Schedule
Arrivals: Tuesday, January 6 (between 11am–1pm)
Departures: Thursday, January 15 (after lunch)
Daily Timetable (January 7–14)*
| Time | Activity |
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| 09:00–10:00 | Class 1 |
| 10:00–11:00 | Guided independent study |
| 11:00–11:30 | Coffee break |
| 11:30–12:30 | Class 2 |
| 12:30–13:00 | Guided independent study |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch |
| 14:00–15:00 | Class 3 |
| 15:00–16:30 | Guided independent study |
*Note: There will be a half-day of teaching on January 6 and 15. No classes on Sunday, January 11.
Key Information
Accommodation:
Cambridge offers a wide range of accommodation options. Limited on-suite accommodation is available at Westminster College and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To check availability and pricing, please contact our accommodation team and mention the Ancient & Biblical Languages Winter School in your inquiry.
Cost
Fees include all teaching materials, weekday lunches, refreshments, and optional activities.
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Early Bird Rate (until 31 July 2025): £550
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Standard Rate (from 1 August 2025): £750
Cheshunt Bursaries
50% off for registered students or those on a low income
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Early Bird with Bursary: £275
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Standard Rate with Bursary: £375
Bursaries are limited and offered on a first-come first-served basis. Please select the relevant ticket at checkout using your student email if applying as student.
Refunds:
- Full refunds will be provided on request up to and including the 31st August 2025.
- 50% refunds will be provided on request up to and including 31st October 2025.
- We regret that we are unable to offer refunds after and including the 1st November 2025.
Study Hours:
- 24 hours of live instruction
- 24 hours of guided independent study
Travel & Parking:
Parking charges apply. Please see website — click here.
How to Book
Please book via Ticket Tailor by following this link.
Spaces are limited, and early booking is highly recommended. Once you have booked onto your desired course via Ticket Tailor, you will have 7 days to pay the course fee by bank transfer and confirm your place.