Software Engineering

Bar-Ilan UniversityBachelor of Science (B.Sc)

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Admission requirements

You can be admitted through one of these tracks:

Regular track

Software Engineering (on the page: “Software”)(our wording)

Study track: Software Engineering.Psychometric exam: 640Quantitative reasoning: 130Mathematics (bagrut, 5 units): 80Physics 5 units: None

For reservists

Reservists/career soldiers/combat soldiers admission track without a psychometric exam(our wording)

Minimum bagrut average of 113, required: Mathematics at 5 units with a grade of 90
Reserve-duty track for eligible applicants only (not for combined programs): 60 or more reserve-duty days since 1.10.25, or 300 or more days since 7.10.23; Iron Swords wounded recognized by the Ministry of Defense; career soldiers in forward units; and combat soldiers who completed their regular service from 1.12.25
Mandatory requirementsMeeting the university's requirements—English proficiency, Hebrew proficiency

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

The requirements are in the institution's words. Names and labels marked "our wording" are our own, written from the same page.

The Hebrew terms

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What you study

Computer science combines theoretical knowledge with practical, applied knowledge of using computer systems, as well as designing and building them. During the program, students must choose 1 or more specializations. Institutions offer various specializations, such as software development, internet technologies, signal processing and machine learning, artificial intelligence and machine learning, big data, communications and the internet, cybersecurity, hardware design, computer systems, signal and image processing, computer communications, software systems, and more. The curriculum includes foundational subjects in science—mathematics, physics, and computer science; in engineering—linear systems, digital systems, and electrical engineering; as well as theoretical and practical courses related to the areas of specialization. The program also includes a final project in the last year of study.

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

After the degree

What graduates work as

Software Developmentmost commonResearching, analyzing, and evaluating requirements for software applications. Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions that meet those requirements.
Application ProgrammingWriting and maintaining code for software applications and operating systems.
Management of Services in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) IndustriesPlanning, directing, and coordinating the acquisition, development, maintenance, and use of computer and communications (telecommunications) systems.
Systems AnalysisResearching, analyzing, and evaluating requirements, procedures, or problems in the field of information technology. Developing and implementing proposals, recommendations, and plans to improve existing and future information systems.
Management of Other Professional ServicesPlanning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the provision of professional and technical services.

Which industries they work in

Computer programming, computer consulting, and other related services72%
Scientific Research and Development7%
Manufacture of Computers, Electronic and Optical Equipment7%

Employment rate above average: 84% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies

Graduates' salaries are above the average: ₪39,100 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation

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Admitted students and graduates

for this program at this institution

Program length: 3 years
On-time graduation rate: 85% of students
Average bagrut score of admitted students: 104 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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