Overview

Interested in the media, advertising, public relations, writing, marketing, spokesmanship in industry or government? Love the English language – and thirsty to learn from internationally recognized faculty from the world’s leading universities?

Strong communication skills, especially in English, are crucial in today’s global economy. The School of Communication at Bar-Ilan University is one of the few academic institutions that offers research and training in International Communication and Public Diplomacy. Students immerse themselves in small workshops on New Media, Advertising, Public Relations, and Broadcast Media – all instructed by internationally renowned researchers and lecturers.

The Department of English Literature and Linguistics at Bar-Ilan University offers students a solid foundation in the history and development of English and American literature, with classes spanning the work of great canonical authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, Austen, and Dickens as well as contemporary authors. Courses and assignments also aim to develop high-level skills of analysis, critical thinking, argumentation, and self-expression.

Through this rich, combined program, students gain a greater understanding of multiculturalism – a key requirement in our world’s increasingly globalized economy.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication and English Literature from Bar Ilan University are sought-after and well-established in all fields of communication, both locally and globally. Many of them work in marketing, advertising, and public relations offices, radio and TV stations, website companies, and the press, and as media consultants in government and private offices. Of course, some have chosen to pursue academic research and teaching careers. And remember, English is the lingua franca of the Western world and permeates all industries. No matter what your desired field of work may be, this degree is an invaluable asset.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fiction

Historical Background to English & American Literature

Poetry

Renaissance Literature

American Literature

18th- and 19th-Century Literature

Shakespeare

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

128 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ramat Gan, Israel

Disciplines

Communication Studies Literature View 4 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in Israel

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

For admission to the Communication program, the minimum requirement is a score of 98 from high school (only from accredited countries) or a score of 1200 on the SAT.
In addition to the program’s admission requirements, all applicants must meet the English proficiency requirements

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

15021 ILS / year

≈ 15021 ILS / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12017 ILS / year

≈ 12017 ILS / year

Additional Details

Tuition for foreign students is 25% above the base tuition for Israeli undergraduate students.

Living costs

Ramat Gan

Israel

3566 - 5814 ILS / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Ramat Gan

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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