Program Overview
The German and European Studies at University of Haifa is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 German and European 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 8,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Haifa, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the German and European Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Modern German History
- Introduction to German Society
- Introduction to German Economy
- Basic Principles of German Law
- Introduction to German Culture after 1945
- The European Union
- Colloquium: Topics in German and European Studies
- German Language
- Israeli-German Relations, 1948-1992
- The Defense and Security Policy of the EU
- Comparative Welfare Politics in the EU
- The European Human Rights Convention
- Modern European History
- Modern German Literature
- Germany and Sports
- Democratization in Central and Eastern Europe: A Comparative Perspective
- German Cinema
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A bachelor\'s degree, with a minimum GPA of 3.0, 80%, or the equivalent from an accredited university.
Candidates who have not graduated from an academic institution where the language of instruction is English, or who are not native English speakers, must submit official TOEFL scores of at least 570 (in a written test), 230 (in a computerized test), or 89 (in an internet test) to be considered for admission.
Two letters of recommendation from either academic (i.e. a professor) or professional (i.e. a supervisor) sources.
CV/Resume
Video interview
- Statement of Purpose
Application deadlines
- Early application deadline \xc2\x96 March 15th
- Late application deadline \xc2\x96 May 31st
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 8,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 8,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Haifa 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 University of Haifa
University of Haifa
Haifa, Israel
University of Haifa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-07-18
- Start Date 2018-10-30
- Language English
- Duration 12 months