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Desert Studies: Agriculture and Biotechnology of Drylands

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
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Tuition EUR 17,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2001-01-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Be'er Sheva, Israel
Language English

Program Overview

The Desert Studies: Agriculture and Biotechnology of Drylands at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is a MSc programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies over 24 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 agriculture & environmental studies. 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 Desert Studies: Agriculture and Biotechnology of Drylands 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: EUR 17,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
  6. Location: Beersheba, Israel

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Desert Studies: Agriculture and Biotechnology of Drylands programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:

  1. Environmental Scientist
  2. Sustainability Manager
  3. Agricultural Analyst
  4. Conservation Officer
  5. Food Safety Specialist
  6. Climate Policy Advisor

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Plant Physiology Under Stress
  2. A Mechanistic Approach to Plant Nutrition
  3. Animal Husbandry of Desert Herbivores
  4. Microalgal Biotechnology
  5. Introduction to Desert Aquaculture
  6. Biotechnology and Plant Proteins
  7. Aquatic Animal Health
  8. Soil Physics
  9. Lab Course in Epigenetics - A Concentrated course
  10. Plant Reproduction
  11. Plant Stress Indicators: Methods and Instrumentation
  12. Global Climate Change: Convergence of Disciplines
  13. Plant Cellular Enzymology and Metabolism
  14. Physiology, Reproduction and Uses of Cactus Species
  15. Intensive Workshop on Seed Biology
  16. Animal-Plant Relationships
  17. Survival Strategies of Annual Desert Plants
  18. Microalgae Biology and Biotechnology
  19. Water Use Efficiency in Agriculture
  20. Metabolomics Laboratory
  21. Aquatic Animal Health - Guided Reading Course
  22. Students Seminar
  23. Vegetation Ecology
  24. Agroecology
  25. Geography of Desertification
  26. Hydrometeorology

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • A certified copy of your diploma.
  • Certified copies of your academic transcripts.
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Two academic letters of recommendation (three letters of recommendation for the Environmental Studies track).
  • If available, please submit an official document from the university in which you studied that ranks your final degree average grade in relation to the other graduates of the department.
  • TOFEL examination score or IELTS examination score or alternatively an official letter from your university indicating your competence in understanding, speaking, reading and writing English.
  • One-page statement describing your research proposal for the tracks of study.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 17,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 17,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 14,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Ben-Gurion University of the Negev 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 Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

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Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Be'er Sheva, Israel

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2001-01-18
  • Start Date 2018-03-10
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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