Physics

Ariel University in SamariaBachelor of Science (B.Sc)

No psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 90 or more

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Admission requirements

Intake for the 2026/27 academic year

You can be admitted through one of these tracks:

By bagrut, no psychometric exam

Average: at least 90

Average: at least 90

Regular track

Combined score

Combined score: 551

Through a preparatory program

Dedicated mechina average

Dedicated mechina average: 80, and a grade of at least 70 in each subject
You must show eligibility for a bagrut certificate.

Regular track

If the psychometric score is lower than required

If the psychometric score is lower than required, but the score in the quantitative reasoning section of the psychometric exam is at least 120, the decision on admission will be referred to the department head for review.

Special track

Exceptional admission

The department reserves the right to consider applicants who do not meet the admission requirements through exceptional admission, subject to a limit of up to 10% of the admission quota, in accordance with Council for Higher Education guidelines. Each case will be reviewed individually by the departmental admissions committee.

For adults and those who have studied before3

Practical engineer

Average: 83 or higher. Admission based on the average of external exam grades, excluding lab and project

Applicants with an external exam average of 78–82.9 and eligibility for a diploma

Applicants with an external exam average of 78–82.9 and eligibility for a diploma
Conditional admission; the average required to advance to the next year is 65.
Supplementary mechinas in mathematics and physics.

Practical engineer in the final year of studies

Practical engineer in the final year of studies with 3 MAHAT grades of at least 85
Conditional admission: a supplementary mechina in mathematics and physics.
Presentation of diploma + external grades average of 83 by the end of the first year.

These are minimum requirements: meeting them does not by itself guarantee admission.

For every track

Mathematics4 units with a grade of at least 80. A grade below the required level requires a mathematics completion mechina before starting studies.
A Yael exam score of at least 110 is required for applicants who completed high school where the language of instruction was not Hebrew, and/or who took the psychometric exam in a language other than Hebrew.
Science units5 units in Physics/Computer Science/Chemistry, which are science subjects, with a grade of at least 80
Eligibility for a full bagrut certificate, including English at 4 units with a passing grade, is a mandatory requirement. A grade below the required level requires an English completion mechina.

The Hebrew terms

combined scoreציון משולבadmission scoreציון קבלהmechinaמכינהeligibility for a bagrut certificateזכאות לבגרותbagrutבגרותpsychometric scoreציון פסיכומטריpsychometric examפסיכומטריdepartmentחוגapplicantמועמדCouncil for Higher Educationמל"ג

Source:The institution's sitecampuscore.ariel.ac.ilchecked 2 Oct 2026intake 2026/27

What you study

Physics deals with the fundamental laws of nature as they are expressed in observable systems, from the microscopic composition of matter to the structure of the entire universe. Among other things, physics studies the motion of objects, the behavior of matter, energy, and the effects of the laws of nature on the continuum of space and time. Courses in the degree include foundational subjects in physics and mathematics—mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics—as well as advanced courses such as solid-state physics, elementary particle physics, astrophysics, optics, biophysics and more. The studies also include laboratory experience, including learning modern measurement methods and investigating physical phenomena.

Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data

After the degree

What graduates work as

Physics and Astronomymost commonResearch and development of concepts, theories, and methods in physics or astronomy, as well as the application of scientific knowledge in these fields in industry, medicine, the military, and more.
Academic Teaching of Natural SciencesPreparing and delivering lectures and classes at institutions of higher education. Conducting research and writing academic articles and books.
Software DevelopmentResearching, analyzing, and evaluating requirements for software applications. Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions that meet those requirements.
Electronics EngineeringResearch, design, and guidance for the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of electronic systems. Study of the technological aspects of materials, products, and processes, and providing advice about them.
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.

Which industries they work in

Computer programming, computer consulting, and other related services31%
Education31%
Scientific Research and Development16%

Average employment rate: 66% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after graduation(average across universities)

Graduates' salaries are above average: ₪31,500 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation(average across universities)

Most graduates go on to a master's degree(average across universities)

Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il“universities” tabchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data

Admitted students and graduates

for this program at this institution

Program length: 3 years
Average psychometric score: 550 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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