
June 9th, 2021: Starting this academic year,Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), Israel is now offering a new two-year Master's program in Environmental Physics and Solar Energy.
The program is led by the Albert Katz International School for Desert Studies(AKIS)located on the SdeBoker Campus of BGU.
The program is designed for students to gain a deep and diverse understanding and capability in fields related to the environment and natural resources, while also developing their mental flexibility,enabling them to employ methods, terms, and concepts from different areas of research and move between such areas. Emphasis will be given on training students in classical physics areas that are relevant to environmental studies (nonlinear dynamics, continuum mechanics, fluid flow and heat and material transfer, lightโmatter interaction, semiconductor physics), applied mathematics (asymptotic methods, statistical methods, numerical methods), and other physical sciences-related fields (surface chemistry, optoelectronic properties of materials, optics).
Program delivery-
Successful completion of the 2-year program will result in an M.Sc. in Environmental Physics and Solar Energy.
Admission Cycle:
Deadline for Fall Semester 2021 is July 1, 2021
Spring Semester 2022 applications can also be submitted at this time.
Course dates:
Autumn (Fall) semester dates: October 17th, 2021 โ January 14th, 2022
Spring semester dates: February 27th, 2022- June 24th, 2022
Application deadline:Application Deadline is July 1, 2021
Admission Requirements:
Admission requirements for the program include a BSc. Degree in Natural Sciences or in Engineering Sciences in disciplines related to physics, mathematics, and chemistry, and to chemical, electrical, mechanical and materials engineering.
Tuition: Approximately $34,995 (per 2-year program)
Scholarship:Scholarships covering tuition and living expenses may be available to outstanding students.
How to Apply:
1. Complete the online application form here: https://bgu4u.bgu.ac.il/pls/scwp/!app.gate?app=reg&f=1&d=2&lang=en
2. Send the following documents directly to dschool@bgu.ac.il:
a) A certified copy of your diploma
b) Certified copies of your academic transcripts
c) Curriculum Vitae
d) Two letters of recommendation along with the reference form, written by academicians
e) Class rank (if available)
f) Official copy of TOFEL examination score or IELTS examination score
g) Student Housing Form- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaO3Bc1p301KH-JIxemGx-jO76gR6xfRVRlb5iiP6m4OiZXg/viewform
h) A photocopy of the first page of your passport
3. The admission requirements and terms will comply with the AKIS's admission requirements and require approval of the program's teaching committee.
About Ben-Gurion University of the Negev:
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) is the fastest growing research university in Israel. With 20,000 students, 4,000 staff and faculty members, and three campuses in Beer-Sheva, SdeBoker and Eilat, BGU is an agent of change, fulfilling the vision of David Ben-Gurion, Israelโs legendary first prime minister, who envisaged the future of Israel emerging from the Negev. The University is at the heart of Beer-Sheva's transformation into an innovation district, where leading multinational corporations and start-ups eagerly leverage BGUโs expertise to generate innovative R&D.
BGU effects change, locally, regionally, and internationally. With faculties in Engineering Sciences; Health Sciences; Natural Sciences; Humanities and Social Sciences; Business and Management; and Desert Studies, the University is a recognized national and global leader in many fields, actively encouraging multi-disciplinary collaborations with government and industry, and nurturing entrepreneurship and innovation in all its forms. BGU is also a university with a conscience, active both on the frontiers of science and in the community. Over a third of our students participate in one of the world's most developed community action programs.
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