Program Overview
The Prehistoric Archaeology 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 Prehistoric Archaeology 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 (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Haifa, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Prehistoric Archaeology 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
- Human Ecology in the Levant: Seminar
- Selected Topics in Prehistory: Seminar
- Prehistoric Mount Carmel and the Galilee: Seminar
- Mount Carmel Field Campus: Workshop
- Negev Field Campus
- Galilee Field Campus
- Archaeology in the Southern Levant
- Near Eastern Prehistory
- Advances in Prehistoric Research
- Introduction to Lithic Technology: Workshop
- Advanced Lithic Technology: Workshop
- Department Seminar
- Archaeobotany
- Archaeozoology
- Geoarchaeology
- Physical Anthropology
- Practical Osteology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Accredited BA degree in the humanities, natural or exact sciences, diploma and transcript
- A minimum of 3.0 GPA, 76% or equivalent
- TOEFL scores (if native language is not English or candidates have not previously studied at an institution of higher education where the language of instruction is English). A minimum of 570 (paper-based test), 230 (computer-based test) or 89 (internet-based test)
- Two letters of recommendation from relevant academic faculty members
- Curriculum Vitae/R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9
- Copy of a valid passport & six passport-sized photos
- Personal statement (500-750 words)
- Medical forms
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 (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 8,900 (Tuition (Full programme)) — 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
