Behavioral Sciences
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Where to study it
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University1
College (state-funded)3
- Max Stern Academic College of Emek YezreelBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)North region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 77 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew and more
- Ruppin Academic CenterBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)Sharon region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 100 or moreIntake 2026/27Also required: Hebrew and more
- Zefat Academic CollegeSocial Behavior ScienceBachelor of Arts (B.A)North region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 85 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionAlso required: Hebrew
College (not state-funded)5
- Netanya Academic CollegeBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)Sharon region3 yrsAdmission without the psychometric exam — see below
- Ono Academic CollegeBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)Tel Aviv region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 90 or moreAlso required: interview
- Peres Academic CenterBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)Shfela region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 85 or moreAlso required: mathematics, English
- The College of Management – Academic StudiesBehavioral SciencesBachelor of Arts (B.A)Tel Aviv region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 85 or more
- The Israel Academic College in Ramat GanSociety and BehaviorBachelor of Arts (B.A)Tel Aviv region
What you study
Behavioral science combines sociology, anthropology, and psychology. Psychology deals with the individual—the person and their behavior; anthropology studies cultures; and sociology focuses on studying the interactions between people and their environment. The studies provide theoretical knowledge, along with practical tools and skills for understanding, researching, and studying behavioral issues affecting people as individuals and as part of a group. Topics in the degree include anthropology, society and culture, introduction to political science, introduction to sociology, introduction to psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, cross-cultural psychology, introduction to organizations and organizational consulting, and more.
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
After the degree
What graduates work as
- Psychologymost commonThe study of mental processes and the behavior of individuals or groups, in order to promote personal, social, educational, and occupational adjustment and development.
- Other Human Resources and Career Servicesmost commonProviding business services related to human resources policy, such as employee recruitment and development, job analysis, and career guidance.
- Social Work and Counseling in Social Welfaremost commonProviding advice and guidance to individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in response to personal and social difficulties. Helping people obtain skills, resources, and support services for welfare and social problems.
- Human Resources Managementmost commonPlanning, directing, and coordinating policies relating to the workforce, labor relations, and professional activities related to health and safety within or for a company or organization.
- Office ManagementSupervising and coordinating the activities of employees in the office.
Which industries they work in
- Computer programming, computer consulting, and other related services15%
- Education10%
- Local government7%
Employment rate above average: 91% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies(average across all institutions)
Graduates’ salaries below average: ₪12,700 average monthly salary 5–6 years after completing their studies(average across all institutions)
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
In short, in plain words
In behavioral sciences, students study psychology, sociology, and anthropology to understand how people behave as individuals and as part of a group.
Topics covered in the program include developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and organizational consulting.
Graduates of the field work in psychology, human resources and career services, social work and counseling, and human resources management.
A plain-words retelling of the Avodata data
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
Admitted students and graduates — by type of institution
average across universities
- Program length: 3 years
average across colleges
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 85% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 91 points
- Average psychometric score: 510 points
average across all institutions
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 85% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 91 points
- Average psychometric score: 510 points
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il“universities” tab“colleges” tabchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data