Program Overview
The Maritime Civilizations at University of Haifa is a MA programme in Engineering 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 engineering. 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 Maritime Civilizations 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 Maritime Civilizations programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Marine and Coastal Research Methods
- Mediterranean Maritime Civilizations (A): the Bronze and Iron Ages
- The Mediterranean Sea: Ecology, Geology, and Oceanography
- Interdisciplinary Seminar
- Seminar on Global Sea Level Changes and Their Effect on Human Civilizations
- Seminar on Sea Trade and Interregional Interactions in the Mediterranean: From the Bronze Age to the End of the Iron Age
- Field Trips to the Coastal Sites of Israel
- International Law of the Sea
- Mediterranean Fisheries and Aquaculture: Past, Present, and Future
- Mediterraenan Maritime Civilizations (B): from Archaic Greece to the Ottoman Empire
- Scientific Applications in Maritime Archaeology
- Ship and Marine Installations: A Model-Building Workshop
- The Historiography of the Mediterranean
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Accredited BA degree, diploma and transcript
- Preference is given to applicants whose BA degrees are in history, archaeology, ecology, biology, or geology
- A minimum of 3.0 GPA, 80%, 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 an academic
- Curriculum Vitae/R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9
- Copy of 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