Dr. Mats Eskhult

Professor

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Biography

Mats Eskhult graduated with a PhD in Semitic languages in 1990 and became an associate professor in 2002. In 2012, he achieved the rank of full professor in Semitic languages. His research focuses on various fields including biblical and post-biblical Hebrew, Syriac lexicography (particularly particles), Arabic Bible studies, and early Christian literature. Eskhult engages deeply in the study of Semitic languages in Europe during the early modern period and has supervised several translation projects involving Hebrew and Syriac materials as well as general Bible translation efforts. With over 35 years of experience as a university teacher, he aims to draw students’ attention to grammatical phenomena, elucidating the rules and diverging points of view that characterize these languages.

Research Interests

Semitic Languages Biblical Hebrew Post-biblical Hebrew Syriac Lexicography Arabic Bible Studies Early Christian Literature

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.