Architecture
Bezalel – Academy of Arts and Design, JerusalemBachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
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Admission requirements
These requirements are incomplete — the full list is on the institution's site
For every track
- To study at Bezalel, you need a full bagrut certificate or an equivalent certificate
- After applying, entrance exams are held in all departments.
- According to the student regulations, students cannot be admitted to Bezalel unless they have reached the Basic level in English.
- Knowledge of HebrewApplicants without an Israeli bagrut certificate must, as part of the admission requirements to the Academy, take a Hebrew exam and demonstrate a level of proficiency that allows them to study. The exemption level required at Bezalel is level 5 or higher, or a score of at least 100 on the Yael or Yaelnet exam.
Registration closed
On the institution's site:
- Registration for a bachelor's degree at Bezalel for the 2026/27 academic year is closed and will open in November 2026.
The Hebrew terms
bagrut certificateתעודת בגרותbagrutבגרותentrance examמבחן כניסהBasic levelבסיסיapplicantמועמדexemptionפטורYael examיע"לYaelnet examיעל"נט
- Source:The institution's siteopenday.bezalel.ac.ilchecked 2 Oct 2026
What you study
The degree provides knowledge in the planning and construction of buildings of various scales, from master plans for communities, planning and rehabilitation of residential neighborhoods, and planning and design of buildings of different sizes and uses, to interior design and furniture. Planning takes into account the need to maintain a balance between aesthetics, durability, and functionality, as well as cultural, social, psychological, environmental, economic, and legal aspects. Courses in the degree include theoretical courses such as the history of architecture, architectural theory and philosophy, art history, and courses in the social sciences, as well as practical courses such as drafting, engineering, and studio work.
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
After the degree
What graduates work as
- Building Architecturemost commonPlanning buildings and structures for commerce, industry, housing, leisure, and more. Planning construction, maintenance and restoration work, and overseeing this work.
- Urban and Transportation PlanningDeveloping and implementing plans and policies for the controlled use of urban and agricultural land and for transportation systems. Researching and advising on economic, environmental, and social factors that affect land use and traffic flow on roads.
- Landscape ArchitecturePlanning and designing landscapes and open spaces in public areas, along roads, and at commercial, industrial, and residential sites. Planning and supervising construction and maintenance work in these areas.
- Civil EngineeringResearching, planning, and managing construction, operation, and maintenance work, and advising on these matters. Investigating and advising on the technological aspects of materials.
- Academic Teaching of Engineering and ArchitecturePreparing and delivering lectures and classes at institutions of higher education. Conducting research and writing academic articles and books.
Which industries they work in
- Architectural and Engineering Services; Technical Testing and Analysis71%
- Computer programming, computer consulting, and other related services5%
- Education5%
Employment rate is above average 94% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies
Graduates' salaries are similar to average: ₪14,900 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il /…/1361checked 2 Oct 2026
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il /…/203checked 2 Oct 2026
Admitted students and graduates
for this program at this institution
- Duration of studies 5 years
- On-time graduation rate: 85% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 98 points
- Average psychometric score: 560 points
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 2026
Money
How the institution is funded
Budgeted institutions
Tuition2026/27
Annual tuition for a full-time bachelor's degree program in the 2026/27 academic year: ₪12,203.
Periphery 44 grant
Periphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuition
Who: Discharged soldiers and those who have completed national service.
per the Ministry of Defense page as checked on 4 Oct 2026
- Source:Council for Higher Educationche.org.il /…/מוסדות מתוקצביםchecked 4 Oct 2026
- Source:Council for Higher Educationche.org.il /…/שכר-הלימודchecked 4 Oct 2026
- Source:Ministry of Defensehachvana.mod.gov.il /…/List-of-Educational-Institu…checked 4 Oct 2026
- Source:Ministry of Defensehachvana.mod.gov.il /…/Perypheria44checked 4 Oct 2026
Links
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- University of HaifaArchitectureBachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)