Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), Israel is now inviting
applications for their M.Sc. program in Desert Studies for the upcoming academic
year. The program is led by the Albert Katz International School for Desert Studies
(AKIS) located on the Side Boker Campus of the University.
The two-year thesis track program is an innovative and multidisciplinary program that
is designed to provide an integrated approach, that will offer students exceptional
opportunities to pursue a combination of basic and applied research. Students are
exposed to a wide range of disciplines complementary to their track of study. The
course is taught in English, allowing international students to pursue their careers in
the desired fields, and also helps in preparing the students for the globalized
economy.
The program offers Agriculture and Biotechnology of Drylands, Irrigation and Plant
Environment, Solar Energy and Environmental Physics, Environmental and Aquatic
Microbiology and Environmental Studies as the tracks of study.
Program delivery:
The 2-year M.Sc. program is a thesis (research) track program that provides
students with the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of
agriculture, biotechnology, microbiology, etc.
Admission Cycle: Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2023
Application Deadline:
Rolling Admissions
Course Start Date: October 2023
Academic Calendar October 2023 – July 2024
Admission Requirements:
B.Sc. degree in either science or engineering from an accredited institution.
For the Environmental Studies specialization, applicants should hold a B.Sc.,
a B.A., or a B.Arch. degree from an accredited institution.
TOEFL score of at least 85/120 or an equivalent score in an internationally
recognized English proficiency exam is required. The English proficiency
requirement is waived for applicants who received their Bachelor’s degree in a
program taught in English.
GRE is recommended but not required.
Applicants are expected to contact by e-mail one or more potential
supervisors with whom they would like to work on their thesis (for more
details, please refer to "Faculty Members")
Tuition: The tuition fee for the MSc program is approximately $5,000 per year.
How to Apply: Complete the online application form here:
https://bgu4u.bgu.ac.il/pls/scwp/!app.gate?app=reg&f=1&d=2&lang=en
For more information, please visit
https://in.bgu.ac.il/en/international/Pages/Graduate/CSE.aspx
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