Chemistry

Many of our Chemistry degree course graduates at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem choose to pursue doctoral studies and academic careers, holding faculty positions at leading institutions around the globe.

Key Facts

The broad scope of the field of chemistry, coupled with the international reputation of Hebrew University and its Institute of Chemistry, place our graduates in high demand in chemical-related industries, hi-tech, environment, and healthcare, as well as the pharmaceutical industry, government positions, public service, and other professional spheres.

At Hebrew University’s Institute of Chemistry, we offer graduate studies in all of chemistry’s traditional subdisciplines - organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry - and in newer fields such as nanoscience and nanotechnology. Our programs are designed to leverage your undergraduate theoretical and practical knowledge through independent academic research under the supervision of an experienced, renowned faculty member. In addition, you’ll broaden your knowledge of chemistry through a tailored curriculum including courses that resonate with your personal research interests.

Hebrew University’s Institute of Chemistry is the first to have been established in Israel. The Institute was founded by Andor Fodor, recruited by Prof. Albert Einstein, himself. It has since gained worldwide recognition as a center of chemistry research and academic excellence, boasting multidisciplinary programs that are designed to cultivate the next generation of our world’s leading chemists.

Courses include:

• Organic, Inorganic, Biologic and Analytic chemistry

• Physics
• Theoretical chemistry

• Material chemistry
• Applied nanotechnology

• Nanoscience and Nanotechnology track