MSc in Life Sciences

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Why Study Life Sciences

Biological research is vital to the advancement of many areas of life - medicine, agriculture, environment, industry, education, public policy, and more - and contributes to the welfare of human society.

We at the Institute of Life Sciences at the Hebrew University share this effort and stand at the forefront of research in Israel and around the world.

We will introduce you to the intellectual challenges and tremendous creativity in this fascinating field and will prepare you for a variety of employment opportunities in the 21st century.

Why Study With Us?

Academic Level

• In all international rankings, the Hebrew University ranks highest in Israel in terms of academic level and teaching programs and is among the leading universities in the world.
• The Life Sciences field at the Hebrew University has high scores in international rankings - for example, the world's 12th place in patent registration in the field of biotechnology.
• The Institute's researchers, who will be your teachers, specialize in a variety of fields at the forefront of life sciences, publish numerous articles in leading journals in these fields, and receive prestigious research grants and a variety of awards in Israel and abroad for their work.
• The location of the Institute of Life Sciences in close proximity to the Institutes of Physics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, and the School of Engineering and Computer Science empowers the creation of unconventional academic collaborations and diverse curricula.
• Our undergraduate training programs include opportunities for practical experience in the research laboratories of the Institute's researchers as well as in biotechnological companies.

Infrastructure, Resources & Atmosphere

• Our research and teaching laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that will enable you to gain experience in current and cutting-edge research methods.
• Our students have access to a state-of-the-art library with a wide range of books and electronic journals accessible to you from anywhere.
• Advanced computer labs are available throughout the campus for self-study and practice, alone or in groups.
• Our grass is greener!! Our campus is spacious, green, and blooming all year round, and it's a pleasure to be here.

Learning Support

• Each course in our various study programs has a website, which contains the entire lecture material, lessons and practice quizzes for self-study and practice, forums for discussion of course topics, and more.
• The Mentors Program - every first-year student can find a senior student from the second and third years, with the assistance of the Student Union, who will help him/her cope with problems that may arise during the first year of studies.
• The advisors of the various study programs (undergraduate or graduate studies) will address any questions and concerns you may have and will assist you in formulating your own optimal study program.
• You can register and set up your study program, even if you are abroad.
• Our undergraduate studies include opportunities for practical experience in the research laboratories of the Institute's researchers, as well as in biotechnological companies.

The program offers

Under certain circumstances, M.Sc. students are eligible for financial support by means of a fellowship, which is provided either by the school or by the supervisor. Outstanding students who demonstrate proficiency in the Hebrew language may receive a teaching assistant position in a suitable Bachelor’s program. Particularly outstanding students receive incremented fellowships and may be eligible for additional awards and prizes throughout their studies.

Study Program

General information

During their graduate studies, our students participate in innovative and groundbreaking scientific research in one of the numerous fields of the life sciences, according to their choice.

Graduate studies take place only within the research track, which requires submission of a thesis, and are contingent upon finding an advisor among the Institute's researchers.

In addition to performing their research, students are required to take courses from the Institute's annual program, according to the subject of their research, the degree to which they are studying, and according to the specific requirements of their department.

Study tracks

We offer graduate studies in six departments:

• Ecology, Evolution & Behavior (579)
• Structural & Molecular Biochemistry (577)
• Cell & Developmental Biology (573)
• Genetics (575)
• Brain & Behavior Sciences (576)
• Plant Sciences (572)

Employment Opportunities

• Life sciences education offers a variety of rewarding career paths you can follow:
• Research & development in academia or industry in the fields of biotech, medicine, and agriculture.
• Quality control, process validation, and pharmacovigilance in the biotech and biomed industry.
• Bioscience-related jobs in sales, marketing, and technical support in the biotech and biomed industry.
• Conduction of clinical trials and clinical trial data management in hospitals and in the biomed industry.
• Environmental management and conservation.
• Forensic intelligence and crime analysis.
• Science education: Formal science education in colleges or secondary schools. Informal science education in science museums, zoos, aquariums, parks, and nature centers.
• Planning and implementation of public policy in government agencies and private organizations.
• Intellectual property and patent registration.
• Scientific and technical writing and communication.