Software Engineering

Shenkar. Engineering. Design. ArtBachelor of Science (B.Sc)

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

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Admission requirements

You can be admitted through one of these tracks:

Regular track

Option 1 – with a psychometric exam

Full bagrut with a bagrut average of 80 or higher
Applicants with 4–5 units in mathematics, a full bagrut with a bagrut average of 80 or higher, and a psychometric score of 580 or higher.

By bagrut, no psychometric exam

Option 2 – without a psychometric exam

Applicants with 4–5 units in mathematics and a full bagrut with a bagrut average of 90 or higher, without a psychometric exam.

Special track

Review of exceptional cases

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements: The review of exceptional cases will consider the admission of exceptional applicants.

For adults and those who have studied before1

Option 3 – applicants with an academic background

3.1) Practical engineer with a diploma average of 80 or higher earned in the external exams, who completed a final project and holds a full bagrut certificate. 3.2) Those who completed a full academic year of studies toward a relevant science degree with an annual average of 75 or higher, and also have a bagrut average of 70 or higher.

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

For every track

Applicants who do not pass the level placement test must take Shenkar’s “Level 0” course (mathematics and/or physics) and earn a grade of at least 65.
Hebrew proficiency: Applicants to bachelor's degree studies must demonstrate proficiency in Hebrew.
Minimum requirement for all applicants: 4/5 units.

The Hebrew terms

psychometric examפסיכומטריbagrutבגרותbagrut averageממוצע בגרותunitsיח"לpractical engineerהנדסאיbagrut certificateתעודת בגרותreview of exceptional casesועדת חריגיםapplicantמועמדbachelor's degreeתואר ראשון

Source:The institution's siteshenkar.ac.ilchecked 2 Oct 2026

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 is above average 90% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies(average across colleges)

Graduates' salaries are above average: ₪35,000 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation(average across colleges)

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

Admitted students and graduates

average across colleges

Duration of studies: 3–4 years
On-time graduation rate 60% of students
Average bagrut score of admitted students: 97 points
Average psychometric score: 570 points

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

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.

Source:Council for Higher Educationche.org.il /…/מוסדות אקדמייםchecked 4 Oct 2026
Source:Council for Higher Educationche.org.il /…/שכר-הלימודchecked 4 Oct 2026