The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, founded in 1965 as part of the vision to develop the Negev, has grown into a leading academic center offering a wide range of degrees and research fields, with an emphasis on academic excellence and contribution to the community and the southern region.
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is the first choice of researchers and students in Israel, thanks to research excellence, outstanding teaching, and a meaningful contribution to society — in the Negev and throughout Israel.
We engage in extensive research activity that advances human knowledge and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, while building an equitable academic community grounded in intellectual openness, critical thinking, and respectful dialogue.
The Faculty is committed to the advancement of its students and graduates well-rounded individuals — curious, initiative-driven, and engaged people who are capable of thinking differently and leading change.
Dean of the Faculty – Prof. Nirit Ben-Aryeh Debby - nbad@bgu.ac.il
Associate Dean for Research Affairs – Prof. Ayelet Harel - ayeleths@bgu.ac.il
Head of Faculty Administration – Avital Edri - avedri@bgu.ac.il
The Faculty is located in Buildings 72, 74, 17, and 98 on the Marcus Family Campus of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
