M.Sc. in Life Sciences

General Information

During the Life Sciences program from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, our students participate in advanced, innovative and groundbreaking scientific research conducted in our institute in the many fields of life sciences.

Quick Facts

  
Duration: 2 Years
Tuition Fee: Hebrew University offers full tuition scholarships to MSc students in research tracks in Natural and Exact Sciences.
Starting in: October
Location: Jerusalem, Israel

Graduate studies take place only within the research track, which requires submission of a thesis, and finding a supervisor among the Institute’s researchers.

The major part of the Life Sciences program from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is carried out under the guidance of the Institute’s researchers within the framework of the various research laboratories.

In addition, the students are required to choose courses from the Institute’s annual program, in accordance with the subject of their research, the degree towards which they are studying and the requirements of their study track.

We offer graduate studies in six departments:

  • Ecology, Evolution & Behavior
  • Structural & Molecular Biochemistry
  • Cell & Developmental Biology
  • Genetics
  • Brain & Behavior Sciences
  • Plant Sciences

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Admission Requirements

  • Bachelors degree from a recognized university
  • “B” average in undergraduate studies or its equivalent. These are the minimum admission requirements. Many departments are selective and require a higher grade average.
  • Additional exams may be required, such as the GRE or GMAT.
  • Knowledge of English: All candidates are required to meet English proficiency requirements as listed in the program website. TOEFL and IELTS are recognized.

Meet our students

Orit Berhani, PhD Student

Why study with us?

Location - Jerusalem

Study in one of the most ancient cities in the world, today a colourful carpet of cultures and peoples, innovative technology and entrepreneurial spirit

Innovation

A tradition of innovation at the start up nation led for nearly 10K patents, 150 new inventions per year and over 600 commercial products

Academic & Research Excellence

Hebrew University faculty and alumni have won eight Nobel Prizes, one Fields Medal and 14 Wolf Prizes, among others

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