MA in African Sustainable Communities

Campus

Be'er Sheva

Duration

3 Semesters

Degree Rewarded

Master of Arts

Registration is open

Admission Requirements

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. We welcome students from all disciplines.

Registration opening date: February 1, 2026.
Application deadline for international students: May 1, 2026. Full scholarship applicants must apply by this date.
Beginning of the semester: October 18, 2026.

All documents should be uploaded to the registration system:

An official copy of your Bachelor's degree.
An official copy of your academic transcript.
If your documents are not in English, please include an English translation that is either certified by the university or by a notary.
A photocopy of your passport.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Two essays as specified in the attached PDF.
Two letters of recommendation, at least one written by an academic familiar with the applicant's academic work and skills.
In addition to the Ben-Gurion University application form, you must also fill out and submit the program's internal application form. Your application will not be processed without it!

Please note: upon arrival to Israel, hard copies of your official academic transcript and diploma must be presented.

Apply to the program via the registration system and paying initial registration fee of $25 (Israeli candidates must pay the full registration fee at this stage).
Fill out our internal application form in addition to the Ben-Gurion University's registration system.
Application is reviewed.
Personal interview via Zoom for final stage candidates
Receive notification of acceptance/rejection.
If accepted – pay an additional $75 completion of registration fee.
Obtain a student visa and health insurance with the support of BGU's staff