Criminology
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Where to study it
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University4
- Ariel University in SamariaCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)Jerusalem region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 90 or moreIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew and more
- Bar-Ilan UniversityCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)Tel Aviv region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 98 or moreRequirements only partly collectedIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew and more
- Hebrew University of JerusalemCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)Jerusalem region3 yrsAdmission without the psychometric exam — see below
- University of HaifaCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)Haifa region3 yrs
College (state-funded)3
- Ashkelon Academic CollegeCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)South region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 80 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionRequirements only partly collectedAlso required: mathematics, English, Hebrew
- Max Stern Academic College of Emek YezreelCriminologyBachelor of Arts (B.A)North region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 80 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew and more
- The Western Galilee CollegeCriminologyBachelor 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 and more
College of education1
What you study
Criminology studies and investigates social deviance related to crime. The aim of the program is to give students basic knowledge of normal human existence and, from that basis, to investigate the origins of crime and deviation from the norm using tools from psychology, biology, and sociology, as well as to explore ways to address and prevent these behaviors. The program covers a wide range of topics, including social and psychological theories, theories in anthropology, psychopathology, theories of punishment, criminal law, statistics, social deviance, psychotherapy, and a practicum at relevant institutions such as psychiatric hospitals, prisons, institutions for offenders, drug rehabilitation facilities, and more.
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
After the degree
What graduates work as
- Management of Other Professional Servicesmost commonPlanning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the provision of professional and technical services.
- Police Supervision and Investigationmost commonInvestigating the facts and circumstances of crimes to identify suspects. Gathering covert information to help prevent criminal acts.
- 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.
- Office ManagementSupervising and coordinating the activities of employees in the office.
- Legal PracticeProviding legal advice, drafting legal documents, representing clients, and managing claims in various legal settings.
Which industries they work in
- Education8%
- Health services7%
- Residential Care7%
Employment rate is above average 90% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies(average across all institutions)
Graduates’ salaries are below average 11,900 ₪ 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 criminology, students learn to investigate the origins of crime and deviations from the norm, using tools from psychology, biology, and sociology.
The studies cover topics such as criminal law, statistics, social deviance, and psychopathology, as well as practical experience in institutions such as prisons.
Graduates of the field work in professional services management, police supervision and detective work, or social work and counseling.
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
- On-time graduation rate: 70% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 95 points
- Average psychometric score: 550 points
average across colleges
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 85% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 86 points
- Average psychometric score 450 points
average across all institutions
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate 80% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 88 points
- Average psychometric score: 490 points
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il“universities” tab“colleges” tabchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data