Life Sciences

At the Life Sciences program from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, we focus on imparting the critical and creative thinking skills, data collection/processing methods, and experimentation proficiency necessary for successful, advanced research in life sciences.

Many of the graduates from the Life Sciences program offered 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.

• R&D in academia and industry in the fields of biotech, medicine and agriculture.

• Quality control, pharmacovigilance, clinical trials, sales, marketing and technical support in the biotech and biomed industries.

• Environmental management and conservation.

• Forensic intelligence and crime analysis

• Public policy in government agencies and private organizations.

• Intellectual property and patent registration.

• Formal and informal science education.

Courses include:

• 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.