Program Overview
The Archaeology and History of the Land of the Bible at Tel-Aviv University is a MA programme in Humanities over 11 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 Archaeology and History of the Land of the Bible 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: 11 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Tel Aviv Yaffo, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Archaeology and History of the Land of the Bible 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
- The Archaeology and History of the Land of Israel During the Late Bronze Age and Iron Age I
- The Archaeology and History of the Land of Israel During the late Iron Age I and Iron Age II
- The Archaeology and History of the Land of Israel During the Late Iron Age II and the Early Persian Period
- The Archaeology and History of the Southern Levant During the Late Persian and the Hellenistic Periods
- Masada \x96 The Strongest of All
- The Ancient Pottery of Israel: The Bronze and Iron Ages
- Archaeological Science: Recent Contribution to the Archaeology of the Southern Levant
- Archaeology: Theory and Method
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In exceptional cases students may be accepted after the deadline, and before September 1st.
Students can apply\xc2\xa0online\xc2\xa0via\xc2\xa0the TAU International website.\xc2\xa0
Once the online application is completed, prospective students will submit:
- Previous academic records (original BA transcript is mandatory + original transcripts for transferred credits (if relevant), additional diplomas and transcripts are optional)
- Two letters of recommendation
- A\xc2\xa0Health Declaration form\xc2\xa0(after acceptance, students are required to fill out a\xc2\xa0medical form\xc2\xa0by their physician)\xc2\xa0
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (for whom it is applicable)
- A personal statement which includes the reasons you have applied to the program, your archaeological background (if\xc2\xa0applicable), main archaeological topics of interest, etc.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Tel-Aviv University 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 Tel-Aviv University
Tel-Aviv University
Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is a public research university in Tel Aviv, Israel. With over 30,000 students, it is the largest frontal learning university in the country. Located in northwest Tel...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-08-18
- Start Date 2018-10-30
- Language English
- Duration 11 months