Program Overview
The Marine Geosciences at University of Haifa is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 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 Marine Geosciences 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: 24 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 Marine Geosciences 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
- Geophysical Investigation of the Marine Environment
- Signals Analysis - Fundamentals and Application
- Geology of Marine Sediments
- Physical Oceanography
- Geochemical Oceanography
- Hydrography
- Educational Cruise
- Scientific Writing and Research Presentation
- Interdisciplinary School Seminar
- DMG Colloguium
- Intoduction to Geology
- Introduction to Geophysics
- Seismic Processing and Imaging
- Processes in Marine Geology
- Numerical Methods in Physics of Continuum
- Processesing and Analysis of Seismic Data: Workshops
- Seismic Data Interpretation
- Two-Phase Flow
- Tectonics of the Oceans
- Geology of the Eastern Meditteranean
- Seafloor Morphology
- Topics in Coastal Geomorphology
- New Frontiers in Marine Research
- Miscropaleontolgy
- Paleoceanography
- Natural Energy
- Underwater Geoarchaeology in Caesarea
- Paleolimnology of the Dead Sea Region: Field Trip
- Marine Geology of Mt. Carmel, Exploring the Cretaceous Seafloor: Field Trip
- Coastal Geomorphology: Field Trip
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Accredited B.Sc. degree from a recognized academic institution in geology, geophysics, marine science, engineering or other related sciences (complementary studies may be required), with a minimum grade of 80 or equivalent.
- Department pre-requisites are a basic knowledge of science in the following areas: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Atmosphere, English and Computers.
- TOEFL scores (if native language is not English or candidates have not previously studied in an institution of higher education where the language of instruction is English) of at least 550 (paper-based test), 213 (computer-based test) or 80 (internet-based test). Applicants that have obtained an official exemption from English during undergraduate studies or on Psychometric Entrance Test, will be exempt from taking the TOEFL (the official exemption should be submitted).
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement \xc2\x96 goals and aims of the planned research (500-750 words)
- Official diploma and grade transcripts
- Suitable applicants will be interviewed.
Applicants of undergraduate degrees in other subjects may be accepted for graduate studies in the department according to the decision of the Departmental Committee of Master\'s Degree Studies.
The committee will adjust a personal complementary study program according to the student\'s academic background and research subject requirements. Finishing the complementary studies with a minimal grade of 85 is a condition for continuing the graduate studies program in the department.
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 24 months