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.   

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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 English

Relevant experience is recommended but not mandatory.

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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.

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

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