Program Details

Career & Networking 

Biomedical Sciences is a diverse, “real-world discipline” that presents a wide range of career options for our graduates. Moreover, Hebrew University’s internationally renowned reputation, coupled with the prestige of our Faculty of Medicine, places our graduates in high demand in both the private and public sectors. We will prepare you for teaching and research positions in academic institutions, as well as research and work in pharmaceutical and medical technology industries, biosecurity, biotechnology, health education, science communication, clinical trial coordination, patient advocacy, and more.

The Faculty of Medicine

Situated on the picturesque Ein Kerem campus, Hebrew University’s Faculty of Medicine is a research institution of international acclaim, and a pioneer of scientific inquiry, innovative biomedical research, and progressive health care. The faculty’s interdisciplinary approach brings researchers together from across the globe and a spectrum of fields, with research collaborations focusing on critical areas such as cancer, diabetes, microbiology, immunology, medical neurobiology, infectious diseases, developmental biology, bioinformatics, drug design, and more.

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to educating our future generation of scientists, doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, public health professionals and pharmacists. As such, our curriculum and teaching methods are continuously adapted to reflect shifting approaches in the medical field and the realm of patient care, with a growing emphasis on personalized medicine—namely, each patient’s uniqueness merits personalized diagnosis, care and prevention.

Our faculty houses 5 Schools—the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, School of Occupational Therapy, and the School of Public Health. Moreover, the faculty encompasses approximately 600 clinical and preclinical academics and researchers, organized into two research institutes: The Institute for Medical Research Israel-Canada (IMRIC) that comprises all research disciplines in the School of Medicine, and the Institute for Drug Research (IDR) which is based in the School of Pharmacy. The scientific accomplishments of our prized faculty are frequently published in international journals, and are widely recognized by prestigious awards including the Israel Prize, the Wolf Prize, and ERC research grants. To learn more about our faculty and the research they are engaged in, visit here.

Admissions Requirements

Our M.Sc. program in Biomedical Sciences is open to International candidates who have completed their bachelor’s degree  abroad.  

International candidates may apply to:  

• The regular M.Sc. program 
• If suitable, to the Abisch-Frenkel (AF) Excellence in Biomedical Research program (A direct Ph.D. program for outstanding students)   
• The regular Ph.D. program. 

Currently enrolled M.Sc. students who are interested in pursuing a direct Ph.D. track may apply to the direct track program . Detailed information in this regard on the direct track program page.   

Please note that, in order to be considered for our M.Sc./ Ph.D. programs, candidates must first identify and secure a research supervisor. This is typically done by directly contacting relevant researchers whose area of focus resonates with your research interests (see Program Details above). Assistance in finding a supervisor can also be obtained by contacting Mrs. Marika Geradze-Israeli. 

Once you have done so, you will need to apply: 
Applying for the M.Sc. program / AF program is done through the Hebrew University’s Overseas Students Admission Office  

Applicants for the M.Sc. program must submit proof of: 

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning in fields such as biology, immunology, biotechnology, pharmacology, and more.  
• A cumulative GPA of 80 or above. (Applicants with a lower GPA may appeal to the Exceptions Committee through the student’s office: laurabr@savion.huji.ac.il).  Applicants for the Abisch-Frenkel program- are required a GPA of 90 or above (applicants for the AF  program and will be interviewed and participate in an oral exam) 
• An official transcript of studies from your bachelor’s degree. 
• English language proficiency for all applicants from non-English-speaking countries (TOEFL and IELTS are recognized). Exemption Level is required. 

Applying for the Ph.D. program, is done through Hebrew University’s Authority for Research Students.   
All the requirements for applying for the Ph.D. program may be found on the website 

For detailed information on admission requirements, based on the country where you completed your undergraduate studies, please click  HERE. 

Tuition & 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

Biomedical Sciences Students Office: 

Chair, Biomedical Sciences Teaching Division - Prof. Itamar Simon 

itamar.simon1@mail.huji.ac.il 

Administrator-Mrs. Laura Brendel 

laurabr@savion.huji.ac.il 

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