Academia 

The program for international development studies (Glocal) is a unique program for graduate studies that focuses on international development from a community perspective. Against the background of worldwide globalization processes, international development organizations are becoming central players in improving the quality of life of individuals and communities in developing regions around the world. This process deepens the relationship between different companies and exposes the professionals to various challenges arising from working in the new social environment. As part of this program, the international forces shaping the development of communities and societies in countries with low socio-economic characteristics will be studied. The program provides introductory studies with an emphasis on theoretical studies along with practical knowledge from the field through examining the work of non-state international development organizations. As a complement to the academic knowledge, the studies in the program will acquire tools that will enable the adaptation of the learned knowledge to work in the field. The encounter between knowledge and practice will be completed by a one-semester internship, in the second year of studies, in a project managed by a development organization in Israel or abroad. In addition, a limited number of students will be able to enrich their knowledge in the field by applying to a research track. Emphasis on the connection between theory and practice through the examination of specific cases from around the world. In the Glocal program for international development, you can choose the study track "development and gender" or "international migration and development" as a specialization track. In addition, the program allows study in a research track and writing a thesis.

M.A. degree in international development studies (Glocal) Glocal, The Hebrew University

The African studies program at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev invites you to master's studies in the track of sustainable communities in Africa.

• A study program in English in a full system is planned for a year and a half (three semesters): a year on campus and a practical project semester in one of the African countries and the completion of a summative thesis.

• During the third semester of studies, students must spend at least 3 months of an internship/research project on the African continent. 

• One study day a week on campus. 

• Research scholarships for eligible candidates.

M.A. degree in African Studies in the African Sustainable Communities track, Ben Gurion University

A multidisciplinary program that is concentrated over only one academic year (two days a week) and encompasses a very wide range of issues related to emergency management, including communication and advocacy in emergency situations, ethical and legal aspects of emergency and disaster management, post-disaster rehabilitation and rebuilding routine and resilience, Disaster psychology and more. In the curriculum there is a central emphasis on connecting theory with practice - not only classroom studies, but also practical experience, participation in trainings, exercises and tours, and the opportunity to specialize in humanitarian aid organizations in Israel.

M.DM degree in emergency and disaster management (.M.DM), Tel Aviv University

The program for sustainable development is a master's program taught in English, and trains students to be agents of change - to know what is really happening in developing countries, how we influence them and us, what are the global and local issues that affect these areas, and how to harness technology to lead changes. Our goal: to improve the quality of life in developing countries by bringing new technologies (for example, those that allow access to clean water or advanced agricultural technologies) and thus reduce the conditions of poverty and hunger. The program dedicates a semester to the application of what is learned while doing, which will be carried out in Israel for those who choose not to travel, or in a developing country where they will be employed in projects and research.

M.A. degree in sustainable development - Sustainable Development

The program offers a master's degree in geography and environmental studies with a specialization in managing disaster areas and emergency situations. 

Reality in Israel and in the world dictates dealing with the consequences of increasing industrialization, extreme and volatile nature and the escalation of terrorism. Disasters are unpredictable, therefore it is of great importance to plan and improve the processes of prevention and preparedness, dealing with and treating the disaster - until rehabilitation. The geography and environmental studies program invites you to pay your way in one of the most important fields of today and tomorrow, and to integrate with the end of your studies in the various systems that deal with disasters and emergency situations.

The program focuses on dealing with natural disasters, industrial disasters, conventional and unconventional terrorist scenarios, epidemics, and more... The program provides training and expertise in dealing with emergency situations through imparting theoretical and practical knowledge and imparting diverse analytical tools for decision-making in disasters and emergency situations and fulfilling key roles in the emergency economy. The program is based on the principles of the "disaster cycle" and focuses on each of the principles: planning, prevention, minimization, response, support and rehabilitation. The program is lectured by the best experts from academia and the field of disaster management.

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M.A. degree in the management of disaster areas and emergency situations, University of Haifa