Program Overview
The Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is a MA programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Israel and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 18,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Jerusalem, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Qualified candidates with a bachelor\'s degree from an accredited institution of higher education areeligible to apply for admission to the program. Admission is competitive and is based on transcriptsand letters of recommendation.Candidates must have:
- at least a 3.2 ("B") grade-point average
- relevant background in Islamic and Middle Eastern studies.
- Knowledge of English: Candidates who did not previously study at an educational institution where the language of instruction is English must submit official TOEFL scores or the equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 18,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The Hebrew University of Jerusalem directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is an Israeli public research university based in Jerusalem. Co-founded by Albert Einstein and Chaim Weizmann in July 1918, it is the second-oldest institution...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-05-18
- Start Date 2018-10-30
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
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