BGU was founded in 1969 to transform the Negev, the desert region in the southern part of Israel that composes approximately 60% of the country's landmass. Named after David Ben-Gurion, Israel’s first prime minister, BGU is dedicated to fulfilling his vision to make the desert bloom with agriculture, science, technology and innovation.
Today, some 45 years later, BGU is Israel’s fastest growing institution of higher education, most sought after by students and faculty alike. With an international reputation for multidisciplinary research, a modern 21st century campus, and a dynamic student body, the University jumped 12 spots to #18 in the QS World University Rankings Top 50 Under 50 2015 having risen nine spots from the previous year.
BGU remains true to its founding purpose by actively promoting high-technology, desert preservation, water resource management, alternative energy, international health services, and education in the Negev region, while also building bridges of peace between Israel and its Arab neighbors through initiatives in science, research and development.
BGU is Israel’s fastest growing institution of higher education, most sought after by students and faculty alike, with an international reputation for multidisciplinary research, a modern 21st century campus and a dynamic student body.
Situated at the gateway to southern Israel, the diverse and welcoming city of Beer-Sheva is ideally located for exploring all parts of Israel and for enjoying the magnificent desert landscape.
Other Requirements: Hebrew
Type of Program: University-Based Program
Areas of Study:
Arabic
Arts
Health (Medicine / Public Health / Nursing)
Hebrew
Humanities
Jewish Studies
Middle Eastern Studies
Social Sciences
Program Languages: English; Hebrew
Terms Offered: Fall; Spring; Year
Colby Status: Petition Required
