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- MSc in Horticulture
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Duration
2 years
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
Please refer to program website.
Program Details
Israel is not only a major exporter of agricultural produce but also of agricultural expertise. Students in the MSc in Horticulture degree program benefit from this extensive knowledge and learn how to apply it. The program provides a solid understanding of the fundamental processes of fruit trees, ornamental plants, flowers and forest trees from the perspective of physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and ecology. The curriculum covers a wide range of fields, including plant protection, soil and water, genetic engineering, biotechnology, and food science.
Hebrew University’s Department of Horticulture conducts a wide range of cutting-edge research in fields such as genetic engineering of fruit trees and ornamental plants, culture-based plant propagation, protein engineering and genomics, and molecular control of processes such as aging and wilting, flower and fruit development, flower pigmentation, hormone signals, and more. Students are taught the most advanced tools for conducting biological and agricultural research and applications.
While researching their theses, students draw on the theoretical tools they acquired in order to explore problems rooted in the practical needs of agriculture and forestry both in Israel and on a global scale. They apply the knowledge and skills they learn in class in researching real-life issues that impact agriculture, and they explore practical solutions for advancing the science of horticulture.
The 2-year program is offered as a non-thesis track (40 credits) and a thesis track (24 credits).For more information, click here.
Career & Networking
Hebrew University’s Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment has played a critical role in developing Israel’s advanced agricultural technologies, and students in the master’s program benefit from the opportunity to meet and learn from leading experts in their field.Many graduates continue on to doctoral studies at Hebrew University or other prestigious institutions around the world. Others pursue careers in the biological high-tech industries, agricultural production companies, or Ministry of Health extension services, to name a few.
Teaching Faculty
Students in this program benefit from the extensive experience of the teaching staff, which is comprised of scientists with global reputations and leading academics affiliated with the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment.The head of the teaching program is Prof. Alexander Vainstein, whose research interests include metabolic engineering of plants and yeast, and
site-specific genome modification and genetic engineering in plants.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the top 30 agricultural schools worldwide, the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers include modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honeybee behavior, and a slew of other advanced environmentally responsible agricultural techniques, especially under conditions of scarce water. Teaching and research activities consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists.
Applicants to the program must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a relevant field, such as agricultural science or nutrition science, and a GPA of 80 or above (letter grade B-).
Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency by providing one of the following documents:
proof of university-level exemption from English-language studies an official letter stating that the courses at the university where the applicant studied are conducted in English a minimum TOEFL score of 80 a minimum IELTS score of 6
A thesis supervisor must be secured by the candidate prior to applying to the thesis track.
For further application details, please visit the program website.
For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
Tuition and Scholarships
Hebrew University offers full tuition scholarships to MSc students in research tracks in Natural and Exact Sciences.
Additional merit-based and need-based scholarships and living stipends may be available.
Prof. Alexander Vainstein, Program Head: alexander.vainstein@mail.huji.ac.il
- MSc in Field and Vegetable Crops
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Duration
2 years
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
See website
Program Details
Field crops and vegetables cultivation constitutes the main staple food source for the world’s rapidly growing population. In the coming years, these agricultural branches will need to increase yields while minimizing their environmental footprint under continually decreasing resources. In Israel, field crops and vegetables are highly technological and rely on sophisticated agrotechnology and biotechnology.
The MSc in Field and Vegetable Crops degree program aims to prepare students to lead this dynamic field by acquiring a deep understanding of the physiological and biological principles and processes related to crop productivity in the field. Students are encouraged to develop independent critical thinking that enables them to analyze challenges and search for solutions based on professional literature and experimentation.
The curriculum includes basic biological, biochemical, ecological, genetic and molecular research pertaining to crops and vegetables; applied research of agricultural management, and husbandry; and an integration of fundamental research with applied research. Courses provide a deep understanding of crop biology, physiology and developmental processes that determine yield and its limitations. The program aims at preparing students to become active agronomists in complex agro-ecological production systems and agri-business environments.
The program is offered in a non-thesis (40 HUJI credits) and a thesis (24 HUJI credits) track, each extending over two years.For more information, click here.
Career & Networking
There is a growing worldwide demand for agronomists who are specialists in sophisticated vegetable and herb production and use methods of precision agriculture. Since Israel is a guiding force in the area of advanced agriculture, especially in the field of crop production, students enjoy a unique opportunity to meet world-class experts and experience cutting-edge agriculture up close.Program graduates pursue careers in crop and vegetable management, as well as in agricultural education and in the fields of high-tech food processing, seeds, chemicals and biotechnology. Many continue on to doctoral programs at Hebrew University or other elite institutions in Israel or abroad, followed by academic careers at research institutions or agricultural experiment stations. Others develop agricultural high-tech products.
Teaching Faculty
Students in this program benefit from the extensive experience of the teaching staff, who are scientists with international reputations and leading academics affiliated with the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment.The head of the teaching program is Prof. Shahal Abbo, who is an expert in Near Eastern crop evolution and grain legumes genetics.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the top 30 agricultural schools worldwide, the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers includes modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honeybee behavior, and further environmentally responsible agricultural techniques, many of which can be employed under conditions of water limitations. Teaching and research activities consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the program must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a relevant field, such as agricultural science or nutrition science, and must have a GPA of 80 or above (letter grade B-).Applicants from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency by providing one of the following documents:
proof of university-level exemption from English-language studies an official letter stating the applicant’s previous academic studies were conducted in English a TOEFL score of at least 80For the research track, a thesis supervisor must be secured prior to applying. Please go to this website for advice on how to find a supervisor.
It is also possible to start one’s studies in the one-year non-research program in plant sciences and switch to the research track of field and vegetable crops after the first year. This has the advantage that students will have gotten to know the faculty by then and can more easily find a supervisor whose research fields match the student’s interests. Moreover, students in the research track are eligible for scholarships (see below).For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
an IELTS score of at least 6
Tuition and Scholarships
Hebrew University offers full tuition scholarships to MSc students in research tracks in Natural and Exact Sciences.
Additional merit-based and need-based scholarships and living stipends may be available. - MSc in Soil and Water Sciences
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Duration
2 years; research track & non-thesis track
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
Please refer to
the program website.Program Details
Agriculture in the 21st century is facing enormous challenges. Not only are farmers expected to produce adequate agricultural products at affordable prices to guarantee enough food for a rising global population, but they are also expected to do so under conditions of increasingly scarce natural resources and climate change. The quantity, quality and sustainability of soil and water are jeopardized by urban land growth, improper use and management, and climate change threats.
The MSc in Soil and Water Sciences program aims to prepare students for coping with current and future agricultural challenges. The unique Israeli environment, characterized by limited water resources, state-of-the-art agriculture, and diverse climate and soils, offers students exciting research opportunities to tackle these global questions.Study and research in the MSc Soil and Water Sciences program combines the chemical and physical aspects of the soil-water-atmosphere continuum to approach precision agriculture. Teaching focuses on theoretical aspects in the soil-water-atmosphere continuum, as well as their implementation in precision agricultural practice.
Students may enroll in the non-thesis track (40 credits) or the thesis track (24 credits), both of which extend over 2 years. Each student will carry out an individual research project, supervised by a faculty member, on a topic chosen by the student in consultation with his/her supervisor.
Career & Networking
Graduates gain valuable hands-on experience allowing them to join research and development teams in soil and water-related agro-tech industries, or to pursue higher academic research and degrees.
Teaching Faculty
Faculty members include established leading scientists who employ a wide variety of interdisciplinary approaches to topics in the soil-water-atmosphere continuum, as well as environmental sciences.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the top 30 agricultural schools worldwide, the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to the responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers include modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honeybee behavior, and a slew of other advanced environmentally responsible agricultural techniques, especially under conditions of scarce water.Teaching and research activities at the institution consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists. Faculty graduates hold key positions in the agricultural industry in Israel and around the world and apply their knowledge to compete in world markets.The faculty welcomes international students from all over the world including the International School, located in the Faculty of Agriculture. Faculty graduates hold key positions in the agricultural industry in Israel and around the world and use their knowledge to compete in world markets.
Admissions Requirements
* proof of university-level exemption from English-language studies
Applicants to the program must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent from an accredited university in a relevant field, such as agricultural sciences, geology, agricultural and/or environmental engineering, and more.
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 80 (B-), and those from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency by providing one of the following documents:
* an official letter stating the applicant’s previous academic studies were conducted in English
* a TOEFL score of at least 80
* an IELTS score of at least 6
A thesis supervisor must be secured prior to applying. For advice on how to find a supervisor, you are welcome to visit our “How to Find a Supervisor” page.
For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
Tuition and Scholarships
Additional merit-based and need-based scholarships and living stipends may be available.
Hebrew University offers full tuition scholarships to MSc students in research tracks in Natural and Exact Sciences.
Further InformationAcademic Inquiries:
Prof. Ronny Wallach, Program Head:
ronny.wallach@mail.huji.ac.ilAdministrative Inquiries: Ms. Michal Goldberg: michalgo@savion.huji.ac.il
Program Website
- MSc in Environmental Quality Sciences
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Duration
1 year
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
Please refer to program website
Program Details
How can we develop alternative water and energy resources? What are good techniques to reduce the pollution of water and soil, and how can one effectively recycle waste? How does environmentally-sustainable pest control and plant protection work? The Hebrew University’s Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental Quality Sciences program prepares students to address these and other global challenges relating to our changing environmental conditions.
This multidisciplinary program is taught by top experts from HUJI’s Institute of Environmental Sciences and the Israeli Agricultural Research Organization (ARO). The curriculum covers a broad scope of research fields, including environmental microbiology, ecology, soil and water, environmental economics, weed control, botany, and plant protection. Students will learn how to understand and promote processes that affect and improve the quality of the environment in order to create a sustainable agricultural environment for future generations. Program participants will take part in innovative, groundbreaking research in the lab and acquire both practical knowledge and hands-on experience.
This one-year program may lead to a non-thesis Master of Science degree in different programs at the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Qualified graduates may apply to the thesis track for a second year of studies and earn a thesis degree, after which they may continue on to a PhD degree in Israel or elsewhere.
The start date for the next program is October 2022. For more information, click here.
Career & Networking
Program participants come from Israel and from around the world. During their studies, they enjoy many opportunities to meet and network with professionals and peers from different countries, on campus as well as during site visits, on field trips and at social events.Upon completion of their studies, the majority of program graduates return to their home countries, where they hold key positions in industry, education, academia, research, NGOs and government organizations.
Teaching Faculty
The M.Sc. in Environmental Quality Sciences degree is taught in English by leading researchers and experts in the field. Students benefit from the extensive experience of the teaching staff, who are prominent academics and scientists with global reputations.The program’s academic chair is Dr. Benny Chefetz of the Department of Soil and Water Sciences. As an environmental chemist, the scope of his research focuses on the enhancement of knowledge and understanding of the fate and interactions of organic pollutants such as pesticides, pharmaceuticals, EDCs and other anthropogenic compounds in soil and water and the agro-environment.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the best agricultural schools worldwide, the faculty is committed to the responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers include modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honey bee behavior, and a slew of other advanced environmentally-responsible agricultural techniques, especially under conditions of scarce water. Teaching and research activities consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists.The Faculty welcomes international students from all over the world. Faculty graduates hold key positions in the agricultural industry in Israel and around the world and use their knowledge to compete in world markets.
Admissions Requirements
* records of previous academic studies conducted in English
Applicants to the program must hold a BSc degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a relevant field, such as agriculture, land and water resources, agricultural engineering, chemistry, ecology, environment, or soil science.
A GPA of 80 or above (letter grade B-) is required, and applicants must have a high level of proficiency in English, documented by one of the following documents:
* a minimum score of 89 on the Internet-based TOEFL test
* a minimum IELTS score of 6Applications with scholarship requests: November 1, 2021 - March 11, 2022
All other applications: November 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
The upcoming program is scheduled to begin in October 2022.For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
Relevant experience in environmental science-related fields is recommended, though not mandatory.
Visit this website for detailed information about the admissions process and to apply.
Tuition and Scholarships
The program’s tuition is US$10,500.
Further Information
Administrative Inquiries:Ms. Keren Ohayon, International MSc Program Coordinator: kerenoha@savion.huji.ac.il
Ms. Edit Hakim, International MSc Program Coordinator: Editha@savion.huji.ac.il - MSc in Animal Sciences
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Duration
1 year
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
Please refer to program website
Program Details
Israeli animal husbandry and management practices are among the most productive in the world, thanks to a sophisticated infrastructure based on the integration of science-based production methods with efficient extension services and an advanced health-supporting veterinary service. The Hebrew University’s MSc program in Animal Sciences enables students from around the world to learn about Israel's advanced agriculture in these fields.
The program’s curriculum is based on the most recent scientific findings and covers subjects such as animal biology and physiology, livestock breeding, the environmental impact of animal farming, and more. Hebrew University is at the forefront of advanced research and education in animal sciences, especially in the fields of physiology of reproduction and lactation, development as affected by environmental impact, aquaculture and the physiology of the digestive tract.This 1-year program leads to a non-thesis Master of Science in agriculture with a major in animal sciences. After completing the program, qualified students may apply to the thesis track for a second year of studies.
For more information, click here.
Career & Networking
Program participants come from Israel and from around the world. During their studies, they enjoy many opportunities to meet and network with professionals and peers from different countries, on campus, during site visits, on field trips, and at social events.Following graduation, the majority of alumni return to their home countries, where many of them hold key positions in the governmental administration of animal production, management of farm animals, farm animal husbandry, and consultation and research in these fields at universities or private institutes. Many alumni continue on to PhD degrees and to careers in research at leading institutions around the world.
Teaching Faculty
The MSc in Animal Sciences program is taught by experts affiliated with the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Students benefit from the extensive experience of the teaching staff, who are leading academics and scientists with international reputations in the field of animal sciences.The program is headed by Prof. Sameer J. Mabjeesh, who is an expert in ruminant nutrition and lactation physiology.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the top 30 agricultural schools worldwide, the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to the responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers includes modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honeybee behavior, and a slew of other advanced, environmentally responsible agricultural techniques, especially under conditions of scarce water. Teaching and research activities at the institution consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must hold a BSc degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a field such as agriculture, animal health, animal husbandry, animal production, animal science or veterinary science, and must have taken an undergraduate-level course in biochemistry.A GPA of 80 (B-) or above is required. Furthermore, applicants must have a high level of proficiency in English, assessed by one of the following:
minimum score of 89 on the Internet-based TOEFL test minimum score of 7.0 on the IELTS test proof of previous academic studies conducted in EnglishVisit this website for information about the admissions process.
Application period: November 1, 2022 - March 9, 2023
The next program starts in October 2023.For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
Relevant experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Tuition and Scholarships
Hebrew University offers full tuition scholarships to MSc students in research tracks in Natural and Exact Sciences.
Additional merit-based and need-based scholarships and living stipends may be available.
Further Information
Administrative Inquiries:Ms. Keren Ohayon, International MSc Program Coordinator: kerenoha@savion.huji.ac.il
Ms. Edit Hakim, International MSc Program Coordinator: Editha@savion.huji.ac.il - MSc in Nutritional Sciences
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Duration
1 year; non-research track
Faculty / School
Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture
Language
English
Location
Rehovot
Application deadline
Please refer to the program’s website
Program Details
Nutritional and food sciences are rapidly expanding research areas that significantly contribute to public health promotion. As the relationship between diet and disease and/or health is better understood, the nutritional value of foods has significantly improved and an increasing variety of products with health and nutritional benefits are being released to the market. Hebrew University’s MSc in Nutritional Sciences program provides international students with a strong foundation in this dynamic and fascinating field.
Taught at the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, this program prepares students to become leading professionals in the field of nutritional sciences and to apply their newly acquired knowledge to nutritional challenges in their home countries. Students learn the fundamentals of nutrition based on the latest research and benefit from the faculty’s close connections with clinical and public health nutritionists, R&D teams in the food industry and the academic community. This ongoing collaboration enables students to develop innovative approaches that address practical needs.
Students will graduate with a non-thesis MSc degree in biochemistry, food science and nutrition. While graduates of the program are highly qualified for a variety of career paths, this MSc program does not award a clinical degree and, therefore, graduates are not able to practice as licensed dieticians upon completion.
Qualified graduates may apply to the thesis track, which comprises a second year of studies, allowing students to continue their studies toward a PhD degree.
Career & Networking
During their studies, the program participants enjoy many opportunities to meet and network with professionals and peers from different countries on campus and during site visits, field trips, and social events.As the principal Israeli institution awarding academic degrees in nutritional and food sciences, the faculty enjoys a unique status. Its graduates include leading executives in Israel’s food industry, directors in the Ministries of Health and Agriculture and prominent researchers and practitioners.
Many graduates of the MSc in Nutritional Sciences program return to their home countries, where they hold key positions in the fields of health and nutrition, education, academia, research, NGOs and government organizations. Several alumni have chosen to continue their studies toward a PhD degree in programs around the world, including leading universities in Canada, Switzerland, Denmark and Japan.
Teaching Faculty
Students benefit from the extensive experience of the teaching staff, who are leading academics and scientists with global reputations. Within the faculty, the Institute of Nutritional and Food Sciences is comprised of the School of Nutritional Sciences and the Department of Food Sciences.The program’s academic co-chairs are Dr. Aliza Stark, whose research projects focus on nutrition education and health promotion to improve dietary habits, and Prof. Betty Schwartz, whose lab researches the role of diet in modulating cancer risk.
The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Ranked among the top 30 agricultural schools worldwide, the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to the responsible preservation of the environment for future generations and to developing ways of increasing sustainable food and water resources. The long list of world-changing breakthroughs developed by the faculty’s researchers include modern drip irrigation methods, the cherry tomato, returning fragrance to flowers, environmentally safe pesticides, improving pollination by manipulating honeybee behavior, and a slew of other advanced environmentally responsible agricultural techniques, especially under conditions of scarce water. Teaching and research activities at the institution consistently advance modern agriculture while training tomorrow's scientists and agriculturists.The faculty welcomes international students from all over the world. Faculty graduates hold key positions in the agricultural industry in Israel and around the globe, and use their knowledge to compete in world markets.
Admissions Requirements
*a minimum score of 89 on the Internet-based TOEFL test
Applicants to the program must hold a BSc degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a relevant field, such as nutrition, food science, dietetics, biochemistry, chemistry, or medicine. Other requirements include undergraduate level biochemistry and molecular biology courses, a GPA of 80 or above (B-), and a high level of English proficiency, documented by one of the following:
* a minimum score of 6.0 on the IELTS test
* record of previous academic studies conducted in English.Relevant experience is recommended but not mandatory.
For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click here.
Visit this website for information about the admissions process and to apply.
The program begins every two years, with the upcoming program scheduled to begin in October 2023. For more information, click here.
Tuition & Scholarships
The program’s tuition is US$10,500.
Further Information
Administrative Inquiries:Ms. Keren Ohayon, International MSc Program Coordinator: kerenoha@savion.huji.ac.il
Ms. Edit Hakim, International MSc Program Coordinator: Editha@savion.huji.ac.il