Overview

The International Master’s Degree Programme in Israel Studies at University of Haifa is designed for students who wish to broaden their understanding of Israeli society. This includes a variety of perspectives, including Aliyah and migration, economics, politics, culture, religion, and the ties between Israel and Jewish communities abroad.

This International Master’s programme is part of UHaifa’s School of Historical and Regional Studies, home to a wide range of study programmes that collaborate in research and teaching. Its unique academic model provides students the freedom to choose from a variety of courses and extensive research options.

Highlights:

Provides students with a historical perspective of the establishment of the State of Israel.

Encourages independent critical thinking regarding the historical development of Israel and its current status.

Provides students with the education and skills to succeed in careers in public affairs, diplomacy, foreign affairs, education, and research.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Zionist Ideology

Religion, Science and Politics in the Cartography of Israel from the Middle Ages to our Time

Modern Israeli Society

1948 War – Field Course

Israel Stories: Page, Stage, and Screen

The Arab-Israeli Conflict: History and diplomacy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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Early application: January 31st (75% application fee waiver)

First deadline: March 15th

Second deadline: May 31st

Rolling basis: June 1st – August 31st

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Haifa, Israel

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History Middle Eastern studies View 6 other Masters in History in Israel

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

A minimum of 3.0 GPA, 80% (Israeli system) or equivalent.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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General requirements

BA degree in the Humanities or Social Sciences with a minimum of 3.0 GPA, 80% (B) (Israeli system), or equivalent in all undergraduate courses.
Good command of the English language

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11800 USD / year

≈ 11800 USD / year

Living costs

Haifa

Israel

770 - 1243 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Living costs

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