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Overview
Click to OpenHaifa’s multi-faceted communities provide a unique backdrop to study international relations, psychology, Middle Eastern studies, and peace and conflict studies. The prestigious University of Haifa is CIEE’s partner school and your host for coursework in English, Arabic, or Hebrew on anthropology, cultural studies, international relations, literature, media, psychology, religious studies, and more. A specialized honors program in Peace and Conflict Studies and a unique Psychology Track combines focused coursework with practical research and internship opportunities. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
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Your Destination
Israel’s third largest city spreads from the slopes of Mount Carmel to the Mediterranean Sea. A busy international port city, Haifa is known for its fast-growing high-tech industry and ethnic and religious diversity. World center of the Bahá'í faith, Haifa’s cultural tapestry also includes Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities and the neighboring Druze villages of Usifiya and Daliat-el-Carmel. Residents enjoy concerts, theater, museums, clubs, cafés, beaches, and easy access to the Sea of Galilee, Golan Heights, Nazareth, Tel Aviv, and Jerusalem.
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EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
Attend special lectures that illuminate Israel’s role in the Middle East, and the complexity of Israeli society.
- Hike Carmel National Forest, Israel’s largest park, just steps from the University of Haifa campus.
- Explore urban neighborhoods where Jews, Christians, Muslims, Druze, and Baha’is are committed to living peacefully.
- Travel to Nazareth, Tel Aviv, Tiberias, and Akko and visit villages and historical sites across the country.
- Get into campus life by joining student clubs, attending concerts, and using sports facilities.
- Learn about Israel through a multitude of lenses such as farming, sporting activities, or volunteering.
PROJECTS
Internships. Nothing beats on-the-job experience. Intern abroad and gain real-world work experience while earning credits toward your degree. Options include social work agencies, public and special education facilities, health services, museums, and community centers.
Volunteering. Help people in need by giving your time and energy to nonprofit organizations in Haifa and get a closer look at the issues Israeli society faces today.
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HOUSING
Students can choose between staying on campus at the University of Haifa dormitories and leisurely walk to class every day or staying with a local Israeli homestay family for a more personal and immersive experience.
Residence Halls: Students live on campus in the University of Haifa dormitories. Each student has a single room and private bathroom in a suite of six students with a shared kitchen and living room. Suitemates are a mix of Israeli and international students. The dormitories include student lounges, computer rooms with internet access, laundry rooms, and a grocery store.
Homestay: Local families host students in their homes and invite them to become part of their family and community. Homestay placements are made based on compatibility between families and students, and in some cases a suitable homestay may not be available for every interested student. Homestays require some commute time to get to the university (between 25 to 50 minutes).
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MEALS
The university does not offer a meal plan. Students dine at campus cafés or cook in their dorm kitchens.
Students in homestays will have two meals a day with their families (breakfast daily, and 2-3 dinners a week). Students are responsible for the rest of their meals.
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Program Details
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The program detailsThis program is for students who want to explore international relations, psychology, Middle Eastern studies, and peace and conflict studies while developing Hebrew or Arabic skills. Students primarily choose courses within humanities and social sciences taught in English, in addition to learning Hebrew and/or Arabic. Students with advanced Hebrew skills can enroll in regular University of Haifa courses with special permission.
A specialized honors program in Peace and Conflict Studies offers a unique opportunity for dedicated students to combine focused coursework with practical research and internship opportunities. Another exciting option is the psychology track, which offers students the opportunity to enrich their knowledge with higher-level psychology courses and become a member of a university psychology lab.
Psychology Track
A small cohort of students work with faculty members on a variety of research projects, covering a range of questions in psychology that are applied to Israel and the Middle East.
Peace and Conflict Studies Honors Program
A select group of students focus on cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, psychological, religious, and social aspects of conflict resolution and peace efforts, and examine issues from intra-state, regional, and international perspectives.
University of Haifa was founded in 1963 and is one of Israel’s leading universities, hosting six faculties and more than 50 cutting-edge research centers. The university community of 18,000 students is an amicable blend of Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Druze, and Bedouin students. Faculty from all departments teach courses in English at the International School, and these courses are open to Israeli students. Courses are taught by faculty from the University of Haifa.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 3.0.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In order to apply for the special Psychology Track, students must :
- Have an overall GPA 3.2
- Have successfully completed two psychology courses beyond the introductory level
- Submit an essay
In order to apply for the Honors Program in Peace and Conflict Studies, students must:
- Have an overall GPA 3.2
- Have successfully completed two courses beyond the introductory level in international relations, peace and conflict studies, political science, Middle East studies, or law
- Submit an essay and complete any other required application materials
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Curriculum
Total Credits: 15 - 16 semester hours/22.5 – 24 quarter hours
Credits/Contact Hours: Language courses: 6 semester/9 quarter hours, 100 contact hours
Electives courses: 3-4 semester/4.5-6 quarter hours, 45-60 contact
Students register for 4-5 courses, which can include, but is not limited to, a language, a for-credit internship and/or CIEE’s Intercultural Communication and Leadership course.
Psychology Track:
- 1-2 psychology courses
- A mentored independent research course
- 2-3 additional elective courses which can include, but is not limited to, a language course (Hebrew or Arabic), a for-credit internship and/or CIEE’s Intercultural Communication and Leadership course
Honors Peace and Conflict Studies program:
- Honors Peace and Conflict seminar
- 1 elective course in a field related to Peace and Conflict Studies
- 2-3 additional elective courses can include, but is not limited to, a language course (Hebrew or Arabic), a for-credit internship and/or CIEE’s Intercultural Communication and Leadership course.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
SPRING 2020 COURSES
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UNIVERSITY OF HAIFA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL COURSES
* Courses marked with an asterisk are courses offered in English in other University departments. They function on a different schedule than the International School courses and students must receive permission prior to the start of the course.
HEBREW AND ARABIC COURSES
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 1
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 2
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 3
Hebrew Language Bet: Lower Intermediate 1
Hebrew Language Gimmel: Upper Intermediate 2
Hebrew Language Dalet: Lower Advanced 1
Hebrew Language Dalet: Lower Advanced 2
Hebrew Language Heh: Advanced 1
Modern Standard Arabic: Elementary I
Modern Standard Arabic: Elementary II
Modern Standard Arabic: Intermediate I
Modern Standard Arabic: Intermediate II
Modern Standard Arabic: Advanced
Spoken Arabic: Beginners
AREA STUDIES AND ELECTIVE COURSES
Arab-Israeli Relations
Contemporary Israel: History and Society
Contemporary Arab Thought and Culture
Refugee's Mental Health: Global and Local Perspectives
Peace & Conflict Honors Seminar I: Post-Cold War Conflict Resolution
Peace & Conflict Honors Seminar II: War and Peace in the Middle East
Arms Control in the Nuclear Realm
Israeli Collective Memory
Israel Stories: Page, Stage, and Screen
Islamic Fundamentalism in the Arab World
Green Technologies: Sustainability and the Environment in Israel
Women in Israel
Visual Culture and the Holocaust
Contemporary Perspectives on Rabbinic Family
Bible: World's Journey to Messianic Age
Faith, Reason and Dogma in Jewish Philosophy
Mentored Independent Research Project in Psychology
From Molecules to Behavior: The Biology of the Brain
Fine Arts* (courses in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, print-making and lithography-portfolio required)
Greece and Its Popular Music*
Maritime Civilizations*
FOR-CREDIT INTERNSHIP
A for-credit internship is offered as an elective course and allows students to intern with local NGOs and other organizations that are working with a variety of projects and issues, including topics associated with politics, education, religion, and environmental studies. The for-credit internship is a work-study option for students relating to their academic interest. Students complete either 10 or 15 hours a week of field experience and submit weekly reports to their advisor. At the end of the term, they must write an academic paper addressing one of the issues they dealt with during their internship. The recommended credit for this internship is 3 semester / 4.5 quarter hours for 10 hours per week and 4 semester / 6 quarter hours for 15 hours per week.
HONORS PEACE AND CONFLICT STUDIES COURSES
Peace and Conflict Honors Seminar II: War and Peace in the Middle East (spring)
MENTORED INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROJECT - PSYCHOLOGY TRACK (FALL AND SPRING)
Students are matched with University of Haifa faculty for a mentored independent research project. Students are involved in all aspects of the research process and are required to produce a final report at the end of the semester. Students may also be involved in production of a journal article or publication. Recent research projects have involved the following topics:
Motivation-Cognition Links
Intergroup Conflicts and Their Resolution
Stress in Social Conflicts
Societal Beliefs and Ideologies
Neurobiology of Brain Disorders
Emotional a Modulation of Memory
Genetic Models of Schizophrenia and Resilience
Animal Models of Depression, Stress, and Anxiety
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENTS
British and American Literature
Creative Art
FALL 2019 COURSES
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UNIVERSITY OF HAIFA COURSES
HEBREW AND ARABIC COURSES
Please note that course levels change each session depending on the participating students and their placement exams.
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 1
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 2
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners 3
Hebrew Language Bet: Lower Intermediate 1
Hebrew Language Gimmel: Upper Intermediate 2
Hebrew Language Dalet: Lower Advanced 1
Hebrew Language Dalet: Lower Advanced 2
Hebrew Language Heh: Advanced 1
Modern Standard Arabic: Elementary I
Modern Standard Arabic: Elementary II
Modern Standard Arabic: Intermediate I
Modern Standard Arabic: Intermediate II
Modern Standard Arabic: Advanced
Spoken Arabic: Beginners
AREA STUDIES AND ELECTIVE COURSES
Arab-Israeli Relations
Bible: Soul's Journey to Completion
Contemporary Arab Thought and Culture
Cyberspace, Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Internet and Society
Issues in Political Psychology
Kabbalah versus Rationalism in Jewish Thought
Literature of the Shoah (Holocaust)
Media in the Arab World
Mentored Independent Research Project in Psychology
Peace & Conflict Honors Seminar I: Conflict Resolution since the Cold War
Psychological Thinking in 21st Century Sexuality and Relationships
* Courses marked with an asterisk are courses offered in English in other University departments. They function on a different schedule than the International School courses and students must receive permission prior to the start of the course.
Fine Arts* (courses in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, print-making and lithography-portfolio required)
Maritime Civilizations*
Spinoza's Tractatus Theologico Politicus*
Select courses from the English Literature Department or the Global Law Program (upon Academic Advisor’s approval)*
FOR-CREDIT INTERNSHIP
A for-credit internship is offered as an elective course and allows students to intern with local NGOs and other organizations that are working with a variety of projects and issues, including topics associated with politics, education, religion, and environmental studies. The for-credit internship is a work-study option for students relating to their academic interest. Students complete either 10 or 15 hours a week of field experience and submit weekly reports to their advisor. At the end of the term, they must write an academic paper addressing one of the issues they dealt with during their internship. The recommended credit for this internship is 3 semester / 4.5 quarter hours for 10 hours per week and 4 semester / 6 quarter hours for 15 hours per week.
HONORS PEACE AND CONFLICT STUDIES COURSES
Peace and Conflict Honors Seminar I: Post-Cold War Conflict Resolution (fall)
Peace and Conflict Honors Seminar II: War and Peace in the Middle East (spring)
MENTORED INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROJECT - PSYCHOLOGY TRACK (FALL AND SPRING)
Students are matched with University of Haifa faculty for a mentored independent research project. Students are involved in all aspects of the research process and are required to produce a final report at the end of the semester. Students may also be involved in production of a journal article or publication. Recent research projects have involved the following topics:
Motivation-Cognition Links
Intergroup Conflicts and Their Resolution
Stress in Social Conflicts
Societal Beliefs and Ideologies
Neurobiology of Brain Disorders
Emotional a Modulation of Memory
Genetic Models of Schizophrenia and Resilience
Animal Models of Depression, Stress, and Anxiety
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENTS
British and American Literature
Creative Art
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Three-day orientation – an introduction to Israeli culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
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| Fall 2019 16 weeks | Deadline Passed | Sep 19, 2019 | Jan 9, 2020 |
$19,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $16,958 ** Housing = $2,025 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $19,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,300 † International Airfare = $1,000 †† Local Transportation = $300 ††† Books & Supplies = $150 Visa Fees = $50 Personal expenses = $1,750 Total Estimated Costs = $4,550Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $900 per term for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $450 per term for rides (additional 150$) |
| Academic year 2019-2020 37 weeks | Deadline Passed | Sep 19, 2019 | Jun 4, 2020 |
$36,955
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $32,438 ** Housing = $4,050 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $36,955Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,600 † International Airfare = $1,000 †† Local Transportation = $600 ††† Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $50 Personal expenses = $3,500 Expenses during break = $1,800 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $9,850Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all student † for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $1800 for the Academic year for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $900 for the academic year †††† academic year students who wish to stay onsite are responsible for arranging their housing and meals during the semester break |
| Spring 2020 16 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Feb 13, 2020 | Jun 4, 2020 |
$19,850
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $17,358 ** Housing = $2,025 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $19,850Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,300 † International Airfare = $1,000 †† Local Transportation = $300 ††† Books & Supplies = $150 Visa Fees = $50 Personal expenses = $1,750 Total Estimated Costs = $4,550Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $900 per term for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† for students in on-campus dorms; homestay students should budget $450 per term for rides (additional 150$) |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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