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Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Israel Founded 1918 World Rank #407

Overview

English Name: The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Local Name: האוניברסיטה העברית בירושלים
Acronyms: HUJI
Founded: 1918
Control Type: Public
Entity Type: Non-profit
World Rank: #407
Rank in Israel: #3
Hebrew University of Jerusalem campus and facilities
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Founded in 1918, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Jerusalem (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Jerusalem District.

Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Israel, Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) is a large-sized coeducational Israeli higher education institution. Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

This 105-year-old Israeli higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Israeli higher education organization a very selective institution.

International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

HUJI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Location pin, postal address, phone, email, website, and social profiles for Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Always verify channels through the official domain to avoid third-party impersonators.

Address: Mount Scopus
Postal Code: 9190501
Phone: +972 (2) 588 2111
Fax: +972 (2) 588 3021
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Academic Details

A quick read on Hebrew University of Jerusalem's academic vitals — enrolment counts, faculty makeup, and recognition status. The combination determines class sizes, faculty access, and credential portability.

Academic Year: October to June (October-January; February-June)
Accrediting Agency: Council for Higher Education (CHE)
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (Bagrut) or recognized foreign equivalent, and Psychometric entrance examination
Total Students: 23,500
Student Enrollment: 15
Academic Staff Range: 1,000-1,499
Full-Time Academic Staff: 1,000
Campus Setting: Urban

Academic Structures

Below is the academic-unit breakdown for Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Inter-faculty credit transfer rules vary; check whether modules outside your home faculty count toward your degree before enrolling.

Unit 13 items
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Dental Medicine
  • Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Natural and Exact Sciences
  • School of Business
  • School of Computer Sciences and Engineering
  • School of Education
  • School of Law
  • School of Pharmacy
  • School of Public Health
  • School of Social workers
  • School of Veterinary Medicine

Degrees

Also Teaching Certificate; Honors Programmes

Bachelor's 82 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Accountancy
  • Agriculture
  • Ancient Civilizations
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Anthropology
  • Arabic
  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Bible
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biology
  • Biomedicine
  • Biotechnology
  • Botany
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Classical Languages
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Comparative Literature
  • Comparative Religion
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Criminology
  • Data Processing
  • Dentistry
  • Earth Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Electrical Engineering
  • English
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Geography
  • German
  • Hebrew
  • Hispanic American Studies
  • History
  • Holy Writings
  • Horticulture
  • Hotel and Restaurant
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Islamic Studies
  • Jewish Studies
  • Journalism
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Latin American Studies
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Mass Communication
  • Materials Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Musicology
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Plant and Crop Protection
  • Political Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Romance Languages
  • Russian
  • Slavic Languages
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Soil Science
  • Spanish
  • Statistics
  • Surveying and Mapping
  • Theatre
  • Tourism
  • Water Science
Master's 110 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Agriculture
  • Ancient Civilizations
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Anthropology
  • Applied Physics
  • Arabic
  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Bible
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
  • Biology
  • Biomedicine
  • Biotechnology
  • Botany
  • Business Administration
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Cinema and Television
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Communication Studies
  • Comparative Literature
  • Comparative Religion
  • Computer Science
  • Criminology
  • Crop Production
  • Cultural Studies
  • Demography and Population
  • Dentistry
  • Development Studies
  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational Psychology
  • Educational Sciences
  • Educational and Student Counselling
  • English
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Epidemiology
  • European Studies
  • Folklore
  • Food Science
  • Gender Studies
  • Genetics
  • Geography (Human)
  • Geology
  • German
  • Germanic Studies
  • Government
  • Health Administration
  • Hebrew
  • History
  • Holy Writings
  • Horticulture
  • Human Rights
  • International Business
  • International Law
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • International Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Jewish Studies
  • Journalism
  • Latin American Studies
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Marine Science and Oceanography
  • Mass Communication
  • Mathematics
  • Media Studies
  • Meteorology
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Musicology
  • Natural Resources
  • Neurosciences
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Peace and Disarmament
  • Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Plant and Crop Protection
  • Political Sciences
  • Preschool Education
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Regional Planning
  • Russian
  • Secondary Education
  • Slavic Languages
  • Social Policy
  • Social Studies
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Soil Science
  • Spanish
  • Special Education
  • Statistics
  • Teacher Training
  • Town Planning
  • Vegetable Production
  • Veterinary Science
  • Water Science
Doctoral 88 programs

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Agriculture
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Anthropology
  • Applied Physics
  • Arabic
  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Asian Studies
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Bible
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biology
  • Biomedicine
  • Biotechnology
  • Botany
  • Business Administration
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Classical Languages
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Comparative Literature
  • Comparative Religion
  • Computer Science
  • Criminology
  • Crop Production
  • Cultural Studies
  • Dance
  • Dentistry
  • Eastern European Studies
  • Ecology
  • Economics
  • Education
  • English
  • Environmental Studies
  • European Studies
  • Fine Arts
  • Folklore
  • Food Science
  • Genetics
  • Geography
  • Geography (Human)
  • Geology
  • German
  • Germanic Studies
  • Greek (Classical)
  • Hebrew
  • History
  • Holy Writings
  • Horticulture
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Islamic Studies
  • Jewish Studies
  • Journalism
  • Latin
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Marine Science and Oceanography
  • Mass Communication
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Meteorology
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Molecular Biology
  • Musicology
  • Natural Resources
  • Neurosciences
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Peace and Disarmament
  • Pharmacy
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Political Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Rehabilitation and Therapy
  • Religion
  • Russian
  • Social Policy
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
  • Theatre
  • Veterinary Science
  • Water Science
Diploma & Certificate 2 programs

Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.

  • Medicine
  • Teacher Training

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministry of Education of Israel.

Brain Sciences (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Neurosciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Citizenship, Democracy and Civil Education (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Gilo

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Dead Sea Scrolls and Associated Literature (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Orion
General and Tumour Immunology (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Lautenberg
Geographical Information Systems (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

German History (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Richard Koebner
Herbarium of Middle Eastern Flora (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

History and Philosophy of Science, Technology and Medicine (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Sidney M. Edelstein

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Industrial Development (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Gal-Edd
International Retail and Marketing (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • K Mart

Common Career Paths

  • Marketing Manager
  • Brand Strategist
  • Digital Marketer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Islamic Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • The Nehemia Levzion
Jewish Art (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Jewish Studies in Russian (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • The Chais
Marine Biogeochemistry (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Moshe Shilo

Common Career Paths

  • Chemist
  • Lab Researcher
  • Quality Control Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Neural Computation (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Interdisciplinary
Photosynthesis Research (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Minerva Avron
Studies of Visual Transduction (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Kühne-Minerva
Study and Research in Psycholanalysis (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Sigmund Freud
Study and Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Topics (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Harry Stern National
Study of Antisemitism (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Vidal Sassoon - International
Study of Christianity (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Study of German Culture and Literature (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Franz Rosenzweig
Study of Infectious and Tropical Diseases (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Sanford F. Kuvin
Study of Jewish Languages and Literature (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Common Career Paths

  • Translator
  • Interpreter
  • Language Teacher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Study of Light Speed Included Processes (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Knune Minerva Farkas
Study of Normal Child and Adolescent Development (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Lewin
Study of Pain (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Study of Sephardi and Oriental Jewry (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Misgav Yerushalaim
Study of Zionism, the Yishuv and the History of Israel (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Bernard Cherrick
University Teaching of Jewish Civilization (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • International
Women's Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Lafer
Zigi and Lisa Daniel Swiss (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Agriculture, Food and Environment (Faculty) 18 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Management
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Biotechnology
  • Crop Production
  • Entomology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Horticulture
  • Hotel Management
  • Natural Resources
  • Nutrition
  • Plant and Crop Protection
  • Soil Science
  • Vegetable Production
  • Veterinary Science
  • Water Science

Common Career Paths

  • Agricultural Scientist
  • Agronomist
  • Farm Manager

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Dentistry (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontics
  • Surgery

Common Career Paths

  • Dentist
  • Oral Surgeon
  • Dental Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities (Faculty) 25 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • African Studies
  • American Studies
  • Ancient Languages
  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Bible
  • Central European Studies
  • Classical Languages
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Comparative Literature
  • Comparative Religion
  • East Asian Studies
  • Eastern European Studies
  • Education
  • English
  • History
  • Jewish Studies
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Modern Languages
  • Musicology
  • Philosophy

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Faculty) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Criminology
  • European Union Law
  • History of Law
  • Human Rights
  • Labour Law
  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Mathematics and Sciences (Faculty) 16 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Applied Physics
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Earth Sciences
  • Ecology
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Studies
  • Genetics
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Physics
  • Plant and Crop Protection
  • Software Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Data Analyst
  • Statistician
  • Actuary

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Medicine (Faculty) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Medicine
  • Molecular Biology
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Health
  • Oncology
  • Pharmacy
  • Public Health

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Social Sciences (Faculty) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anthropology
  • Communication Studies
  • Demography and Population
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Political Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • Statistics

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Advancement of Peace (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Peace and Disarmament
Communication (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Communication Studies

Common Career Paths

  • Journalist
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Content Strategist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Dental Science (Institute) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Economic, Social and Political Research (Institute) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Economics
  • Political Sciences
  • Sociology
European Studies (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • European Studies
International Relations (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • International Relations and Diplomacy
Legislative Research and Comparative Law (Institute) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Comparative Law
  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Psychobiology (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • National - Israel

Common Career Paths

  • Biologist
  • Lab Technician
  • Research Scientist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Study of Jewish Communities in the East (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Ben-Zwi
Agricultural Economy (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Agriculture (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Kennedy Leigh

Common Career Paths

  • Agricultural Scientist
  • Agronomist
  • Farm Manager

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Bee (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Benjamin Triwaks
Business Administration (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Recanati

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Computer Sciences (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • G. W. Leibnitz Minerva

Common Career Paths

  • Software Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Systems Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Dental Implant (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Niznick
Dental Materials and Aesthetics in Dentistry (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Ronald E. Goldstein DDS

Common Career Paths

  • Dentist
  • Oral Surgeon
  • Dental Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Diabetes (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Dutch Jewry (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Jewish Studies
Environmental Studies (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Multi-Disciplinary

Common Career Paths

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Climate Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Experimental Medicine and Cancer (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Huvert H. Humphrey

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Folklore (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Labour and Industrial Relations
Germania-Judaica (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Groundwater (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Leo Picard
History and Culture of Polish Jews (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

History of Hebrew (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • The Eliezer Ben-Yehudah
Innovation in Education (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • National Council of Jewish Women

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Jewish History (Research Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • History
  • Jewish Studies
Jewish Law (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Israel Matz

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Jewish Music (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Jewish Oral Traditions (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Jewish Studies (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Scholion Interdisciplinary
Molecular Dynamics (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Fritz Haber
Neurodegenerative Disease (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Roland
Romanian Jewry (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Russian and East European Jewry (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Leonid Nevzlin
Social Sciences (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Shaine

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

The Hebrew University Bible Project (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Trauma (Research Division) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Advanced Studies in Environmental Studies (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Environmental Studies

Common Career Paths

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Climate Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Advanced Studies in the Humanities (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Business Administration (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Computer Science and Engineering (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Software Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Systems Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Education (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

International (School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Jewish Studies
  • Modern Languages
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences
Pharmacy (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Pharmacy

Common Career Paths

  • Pharmacist
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Public Health and Community Medicine (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Public Health

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Public Policy and Government (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Government
  • Social Policy
Social Work and Social Welfare (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Social Welfare
  • Social Work
Veterinary Medicine (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Veterinary Science

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

The programmes available at Hebrew University of Jerusalem are organised by level. Most institutions cluster intake decisions by faculty, so application timelines often run in waves through the year.

Bachelor's Degree

11 programmes

Hebrew University of Jerusalem runs 11 programmes at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Bachelor of Education Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences Social Sciences & Education
Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Agriculture
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities בוגר באמנויות בהומניסטיקה Humanities & Cultural Studies
Bachelor of Business Administration Business Administration
Bachelor of Laws Law
Bachelor of Social Work Social Work
Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Religious Studies
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Mathematics
Bachelor of Science בוגר מדעים Natural Sciences

Master's Degree

4 programmes

Hebrew University of Jerusalem provides 4 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Master of Laws Law
Master of Science Natural Sciences
Master of Arts in Humanities Humanities & Cultural Studies
Master of Social Work Social Work

Doctorate

1 programme

Hebrew University of Jerusalem delivers 1 programme at doctoral level for graduates committed to advancing the frontier of their discipline through original inquiry.

Doctor of Philosophy דוקטור פילוסופיה Philosophy & Ethics

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

1 programme

This group collects Hebrew University of Jerusalem's 1 programme of certificates, diplomas, and foundation or associate programmes — practical entry points or stepping stones toward a degree.

Ulpan (Hebrew Language Program) Linguistics & Language Studies

How to apply to Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Application guidance for Hebrew University of Jerusalem, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Hebrew University of Jerusalem's 17 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Hebrew University of Jerusalem typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem processes applications through new.huji.ac.il. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +972 (2) 588 2111. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Common questions about Hebrew University of Jerusalem answered concisely, with each answer grounded in the institution's published data.

In what year was Hebrew University of Jerusalem established?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem was founded in 1918 (approximately 108 years ago).

What city is Hebrew University of Jerusalem in?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem operates from Jerusalem, Israel.

Is Hebrew University of Jerusalem public or private?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem operates as a public institution.

How big is Hebrew University of Jerusalem's student body?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem serves approximately 15,000-19,999 students.

Where does Hebrew University of Jerusalem stand in university rankings?

It ranks #407 globally and #3 in Israel.

What programmes are available at Hebrew University of Jerusalem?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

What is Hebrew University of Jerusalem's academic structure?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem is organised into 13 academic units across its disciplines.

Who recognises Hebrew University of Jerusalem?

The institution holds recognition from Council for Higher Education (CHE).

Where can I learn more about Hebrew University of Jerusalem?

Hebrew University of Jerusalem's official website is new.huji.ac.il.

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Regional admissions cycle quirks (early-deadline schemes, regional aid programmes) apply consistently across the universities near Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Worth knowing during shortlisting.

Where Else to Study Law

Capstone publication or portfolio output from Law programmes affects what you graduate with. Some Israel institutions retain student work; others publish it as part of programme outputs.

Universities Often Compared with Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Comparable peer metrics — selectivity, yield, faculty awards — give a fuller picture than headline rankings alone. The universities below cluster around Hebrew University of Jerusalem on most of these signals.

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