Hebrew University of Jerusalem Summer Study Abroad
Location:
Israel
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
Partner Institution
Program website:
Hebrew University of Jerusalem Summer Study Abroad Website
Program dates:
Sessions offered in July and August
About the program
The Rothberg International School (RIS) at Hebrew University offers a wide array of summer programming designed for undergraduate and graduate students. Students may take courses across two summer sessions or participate in special programs. Not all summer special programs are suitable for UBC students. Please consult with a Go Global advisor before selecting a program. For some courses, prior knowledge of the subject area is necessary. Please refer to the partner's website for any additional requirements.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
Please be aware that travelers from certain countries may not be permitted to enter Israel unless they have a dual Canadian Passport. Please visit the Israel consulate website for more information.
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Anthropology
- Arabic Language
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Arts
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Geography
- Hebrew Language
- History
- International Relations
- Management
- Political Science
- Religious Studies
- Science
- Sociology
Course equivalency formula
- 1 HUJ credit = 1 UBC credit
Course load information
- Take up to 6 credits
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
Housing
On-campus housing available. Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to the partner institution
The partner institution may charge other fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
A number of external scholarships for Canadians applying to the Rothberg International School are available through the Canadian Friends of Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Please check the partner's website for details.