Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is one of Israel’s leading research universities and among the world leaders in many fields.
Top reasons to study here
- Advanced Research and Innovation at the Forefront of Science and Technology
- BGU has a key role in the unique ecosystem where higher education, hi-tech, industry, business, medicine, and government come together.
- Since its inception, BGU has been involved in community action and is committed to social change, with the understanding that research and education go hand in
Master's Programmes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (15)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Life Sciences
- M.Sc. Mathematics
- M.D. Medical School
- M.Sc. Physics
Engineering & Technology (13)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies
- M.Sc. Materials Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechatronics Engineering
- M.Sc. Nuclear Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (13)
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies - Environmental Studies
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies - Irrigation and Plant Environment
- M.A. Economics
- M.Sc. Life Sciences
Social Sciences (4)
Agriculture & Forestry (3)
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies - Irrigation and Plant Environment
Humanities (3)
Business & Management (2)
Computer Science & IT (2)
Medicine & Health (2)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.D. Medical School
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- M.Sc. / M.A. Desert Studies - Environmental Studies
About
Education
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev has around 20,000 students and 4,000 faculty members in the Faculties of Engineering Sciences; Health Sciences; Natural Sciences; the Pinchas Sapir Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences; the Guilford Glazer Faculty of Business and Management; the Joyce and Irving Goldman School of Medicine; the Kreitman School of Advanced Graduate Studies; and the Albert Katz International School for Desert Studies. More than 100,000 alumni play important roles in all areas of research and development, industry, health care, the economy, society, culture and education in Israel.
Research
As a multi-disciplinary research University of international stature, Ben-Gurion University strives for excellence in research and teaching, scientific innovation, cross-disciplinary collaboration and applied research that impact people's lives wherever they are. The University is committed to social and environmental responsibility and is actively engaged in developing the Negev, Israel and the world. BGU attracts excellent researchers and students with original and innovative perspectives, alongside a social conscience and commitment to community engagement.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
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Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
401
2019
401
2018
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
446 -27
2020
419 -12
2019
407
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
580 -27
2020
553 -40
2019
513
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
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2020
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2019
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
There are a variety of Housing options available to students and visitors to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
- Student Housing On-Campus Housing
- U-Tel (Guest Housing)
- Off-Campus Housing
Library services
The Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Zalman Aranne Library was founded in 1965 in the library of the Beit Hias (Hias House) hostel, which had been turned into a home for the Institute for Higher Education in the Negev.
Student Life
Campus life
- With a vibrant student life and an amazing sense of community, your time at BGU will be truly unforgettable. Campus and city life includes movie theaters, a state-of-the-art sports center, pubs, espresso bars, restaurants, 24-hr computer labs, and home-like dorms.
- Enjoy a genuine campus experience, where multicultural and international students engage in over 30 extracurricular clubs. The very active student union initiates a variety of cultural and social events throughout the year, including parties and organized weekend getaways.
Sports facilities
The University Sports Center is located on the north-east corner of Arlozorov and Ben-Gurion Boulevard. The Sports Center is open seven days a week, and the hours vary (closes early Friday and Saturday, opens at noon on Sunday). The center has two 25-meter lap pools, one indoor and one outdoor, a leisure pool, a sauna, and steam rooms. It also boasts basketball, volleyball and tennis courts, locker rooms, an equipment/clothing shop, and a gym with exercise machines. You will need to swipe your BGU ID card to enter the facility.
Student clubs
BGU has a very active and helpful student union. They organize events and help keep students updated on all the important university news. The union can help you with everything from joining sports activities to finding an apartment.
Student Reviews
A learning experience and growth
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I had a good program where I studied neuroscience and biochemistry which I enjoyed a lot. I had many great professors who were enthusiastic about what they were teaching and were very helpful. Also, I had the opportunity to do research with a great advicer. Also, I participated in many different volunteer experiences that helped at a domestic level as well as national....
University life
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My university life and experience was very great with a lot of success through participating in different field practical training which helped me a lot to get a practical experience through doing
study till i rest in my grave
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
it was not easy but it was great
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