The Hebrew University offers a wide variety of non-degree programs through our two international schools:
The Rothberg International School is the international study center of the Hebrew University, with courses in English designed to open inquisitive minds to new areas of knowledge and inquiry.
The RIS offers courses in the following divisions:
RIS also offers a foundation year for high school graduates from various European countries, Australia and holders of an IB high school diploma, which will enable the successful student to continue directly to one of Hebrew University's regular BA degrees taught in Hebrew. For further information, please visit the webpage of the program.
The International School of Agricultural Science is a unit within the Hebrew University's Faculty of Agriculture. The Division organizes both local and international study programs including seminars, workshops, long- and short-term courses, and tailor-made programs.
Both schools offer many English language programs in a variety of fields catering to all levels of students, from first year undergraduates to graduate students. Some courses are offered during the summer, and others during the regular semester.
Both schools offer many English language programs in a variety of fields catering to all levels of students, from first year undergraduates to graduate students. Some courses are offered during the summer, and others during the regular semester.
All non-degree Visiting Scholars need to get registered via the Rothberg International School, at the Visiting Researchers page.
In general, candidates must register at least 3 months prior to the scheduled arrival date in order to arrange registration, entry visa and student admission in Israel.
Students or employees, who encounter problems when registering, are invited to contact the Graduate Office at Rothberg by email: gradmiss@savion.huji.ac.il or by phone at 02-5883482 or 02-5882633.
A Visiting Research Fellow is defined as follows: