Overview

This master's programme in Agroecology and Plant Health teaching from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem places an emphasis on deepening the specialization in the areas of entomology, microbiology, phytopathology (plant diseases), nematology and virology, as well as studying and developing novel approaches to plant and environment protection. Naturally, this academic stage includes basic research in the department teachers' areas of research.

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The programme brings together teachers specializing in various areas, ranging from environmental microbiology, biotechnology and genetic engineering, ecology, insect physiology and behavior, to epidemiology of plant desease and controlling them using environmentally friendly means. The teachers are united by their interest in organisms which are beneficial or harmful to mankind, to its enterprises or to its environment. The teachers focus on five different levels – the molecular and cellular levels, the organism as a whole, research of populations and the interactions between different organisms. This wide-angled approach is also reflected in the curriculum.

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Programme Structure

Areas of teaching include:

General biological studies

The dynamics of plant diseases in agroecological systems

Pests and beneficial insects in agroecological systems

The interactions between agroecological systems and natural systems

Beneficial soil organisms

Dealing with pests from an environmental perspective

Organic agriculture

Inter-plant interactions in agricultural systems

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-11 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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Registration for the degree will open on February 2

Language

English

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80

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6

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Non-Thesis (40 HUJI credits) / Thesis (24 HUJI credits)

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rehovot, Israel

Disciplines

Agriculture Botany Ecology View 3 other Masters in Ecology in Israel

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in environment or in the various agriculture, natural sciences, engineering or economics and management programs. Students with a different background will be assigned an individual complementary studies program by the teaching program Study Committee.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

5300 USD / year

≈ 5300 USD / year
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Citizens or residents

4300 USD / year

≈ 4300 USD / year

Additional Details

Thesis - $280 per year

Funding

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