Overview

At Software and Information Systems Engineering programme at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev students will learn models, theories, and practical methods for developing intelligent systems, bridging the gap between man and machine. The program addresses a clear need for Artificial Intelligence professionals in the industry, where intelligent systems and algorithms are being used in navigation systems (GPS), computer simulations, internet agents, e-commerce, education software, computerized medicine, and more.

Research

The department of Software and Information Systems has the largest number of Artificial Intelligence researchers in Israel, and is acknowledged.

This program will expose students to exciting and up-to-date research fields, some in collaboration with international companies (e.g., IBM, Intel, Microsoft, and Facebook) and leading research institutions (e.g., Harvard and MIT). In addition, BGU provides competitive scholarship to suitable candidates.

Careers and opportunities

Graduates of this program join leading high-tech companies in Israel and abroad in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, as well as continue on to Ph.D. studies.

This is a two-year program that is also suitable for students that wish to work while participating in this program.

The curriculum includes 36 degree points, including approximately 8 course (24 points) and a research thesis (12 points).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Game Theory in AI
Natural Language Processing
Machine Learning
Complex Network Analysis
Search Methods in AI
AI Applications in Automated Diagnosis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-11-02 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-16 00:00:00

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More details

Applications will open in February, with rolling admissions

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Beersheba, Israel

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering View 4 other Masters in Industrial & Systems Engineering in Israel

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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85

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent from an internationally recognized research university at a minimum GPA of 80/100.

A TOEFL score of 85/120 or equivalent score in an internationally recognized English proficiency exam is required.

English proficiency requirement is waived for applicants who received their B.Sc. degree in a program taught in English.

GRE is recommended but not required.

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Tuition Fees

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19685 ILS / year

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Funding

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