Chemistry
Technion – Israel Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Science (B.Sc)
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Admission requirements
Intake for the 2026/27 academic year
You can be admitted through one of these tracks:
Regular track
Sekhem
- Chemistry 83
Regular track
Sekhem and interview or CV
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
By bagrut, no psychometric exam
Bagrut and level placement in mathematics
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
By bagrut, no psychometric exam
Excellent bagrut
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
Special track
Shortened track
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
Special track
Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
Special track
Winning scientific Olympiads
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
Special track
Admissions bridge to the Technion
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
For adults and those who have studied before1
Admission options based on academic background and transfer pathways
- In addition to the admission pathways listed on this page, there are admission options based on academic background and transfer pathways.
These are minimum requirements: meeting them does not by itself guarantee admission.
For every track
- Study track: ChemistrySekhem: 83Sekhem and interview or CV: ✔Bagrut and level placement in mathematics: ✔Excellent bagrut: ✔Shortened track: ✔Sekhem discount points for the deserving advancement category: 1Winning scientific Olympiads: ✔Admissions bridge to the Technion: ✔The sekhem required to receive the sekhem excellence scholarship: 91
- The admission requirements shown on this page are estimates and may be updated from time to time. In all cases, the binding admission requirements are those published on the day the applicant completes all admission requirements.
The Hebrew terms
sekhemסכםbagrutבגרותlevel placementסיווג רמה“deserving advancement” (affirmative-action category based on socio-economic criteria)ראויים לקידוםapplicantמועמד
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- Source:The institution's siteadmissions.technion.ac.ilchecked 2 Oct 2026intake 2026/27
What you study
Chemistry deals with the composition, properties and behavior of substances in different states of matter and under a range of environmental conditions. Research and applications in the field affect many areas, including health, food, clothing, construction, pharmaceuticals, environmental quality, energy and more. The studies provide theoretical knowledge along with hands-on research experience. The curriculum includes foundational courses, followed by advanced courses in fields such as organic, inorganic, analytical, physical and theoretical chemistry; nanomaterials and nanotechnology; green energy; molecular biochemistry; molecular electronics; drug development and more.
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
After the degree
What graduates work as
- Chemistrymost commonResearching and developing concepts, theories, and methods in chemistry, and applying this knowledge to develop new knowledge or products, conduct quality control, and control processes.
- Academic Teaching of Natural SciencesPreparing and delivering lectures and classes at institutions of higher education. Conducting research and writing academic articles and books.
- Teaching in secondary schoolTeaching at the secondary-school level, excluding the teaching of subjects intended to prepare students for work in specific fields of employment.
- PharmacyStoring, preserving, preparing, and dispensing medical products. Advising on the proper use of medications and other preparations according to prescriptions. Assisting with research, preparation, and evaluation of medical treatments.
- Other work in the field of teachingProviding individual instruction in other subjects and educational counseling in schools.
Which industries they work in
- Education42%
- Manufacture of Computers, Electronic and Optical Equipment11%
- Scientific Research and Development10%
Employment rate above average: 84% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies(average across universities)
Graduates’ salaries are above average: ₪19,000 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation
Most graduates go on to a master's degree(average across universities)
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il /…/1000“universities” tabchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il /…/103checked 2 Oct 2026
Admitted students and graduates
for this program at this institution
- Program length: 3 years
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 102 points
- Average psychometric score 670 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.
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