Summer Program in Agricultural Sciences

July 11 to 28, 2022 - 70 Academic hours - 5 HUJI Credits

Visiting students are invited to study two advanced agricultural science courses taken together in a special
summer program at the Hebrew University’s Faculty of Agriculture, Food & Environment at the Rehovot
campus, organized by The International School of Agricultural Sciences:

Effluents – Reclamation, irrigation and environmental implications

Effects of biotic and abiotic stresses on agricultural crops

The International School of Agricultural Sciences draws students from around the world to its one-year
M.Sc. in Agriculture and M.Sc. in Nutrition programs: Plant Sciences, Environmental Quality Sciences,
Animal Sciences and Nutrition. Since 1997, 245 students from more 40 countries have participated. While
earning a fully-accredited Hebrew University non-thesis degree, participants have the opportunity to meet
new friends from different cultures and continents and to experience the rich lifestyle and culture of Israel.
The Summer Program is taught by professional, experienced academic faculty. The teaching method
includes classroom instruction, hands-on practice and professional field trips to relevant locations to
observe practical applications.
Admission requirements are: a completed B.Sc. degree, or senior year, in agriculture, envionmental
sciences, plant sciences, natural sciences, biology, biotechnology or related fields from a recognized
university; high level of English proficiency in all skills. Previous agricultural experience is recommended
but not mandatory.
Student housing is available at the Smith Faculty campus, a peaceful enclave in the heart of the centrally-
located city of Rehovot. Just outside the main gate of the campus and within easy reach are transportation
services, shops, restaurants and pubs.
Extra-curricular activities included in the summer program are sightseeing tours and organized social
events.

Tuition and housing scholarships are available for students from India and China

Application deadline: April 11, 2022

Registration Fee: $200 from suitable candidates, non-refundable.

For more information: https://intschool.agri.huji.ac.il/book/summer-program-agricultural-sciences
Send your applications to Ms. Mahyan Gon: international.school@mail.huji.ac.il