English Literature- Creative Writing track

Graduate

Program Overview

Small class size workshops with internationally recognized faculty

Bar-Ilan University is a magnet for emerging writers from all backgrounds and from all over the world.

The two-year Shaindy Rudoff Graduate Program in Creative Writing offers specializations in Literary Fiction, Poetry or Creative Nonfiction. It is the only creative writing program in the world that also introduces Jewish literary writing, and is the only English-language Jewish writing and creative writing program in Israel.

The program includes a full year of one-on-one mentoring for the purpose of completing a creative thesis in one of these tracks. Faculty are well published both in creative and scholarly arenas; and the small workshops and support encourage a true mentoring bond between student and faculty. In addition to the dynamic courses and workshops, the program organizes conferences and seminars for the general public, featuring international writers.

Student Testimonial

“This is my fifth year studying at Bar Ilan. I loved my experience during my BA, where I met friends for life and professors who became role models and mentors for me. After graduating in Educational Counselling, I felt I had much more to learn here and got accepted to the Shaindy Rudoff Graduate Program in Creative Writing. One reason I enjoy studying here is that the university is culturally diverse. In class, we have students from Germany, South Africa, and India. As an American, I wanted a place where I could meet more Americans and Bar Ilan has many students and programs for Americans.”

Noam Kamin
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Application Requirements

BA degree or equivalent
15-30 page writing sample in relevant genre
Two letters of recommendation from professors or employers

Students who did not major in English literature or a related field as undergraduates or graduates will be asked to take prerequisite courses offered by the department.

Academic Program

Three graduate literature seminars
Three-four graduate creative writing workshops
Participation in the Jewish Arts Seminar during the first year
Graduate thesis

During the course of their degree, students are also required to take 1-2 Jewish Studies courses or 1-2 general elective courses.

Sample Course List

Make It News: The Documentary Poem & Poetry of Witness
Crafting Fiction: A Workshop
Autobiography as a Literary Genre
Poetic Forms and Genres
Multi-Genre Hybrid Writing

Tuition Fees

Non-citizens and Tourists: Tuition is NIS 18,000 (Approx. $4,700) per year for a full-time program.

Israeli Citizens: Tuition is NIS 14,600 (Approx. $3,800) per year for a full-time program.

Tuition includes additional fees for campus security and student services. Fees are charged in Israeli currency and may fluctuate slightly according to annual government standards and exchange rate at the time of payment.

Financial Aid And Scholarships

New immigrants to Israel who are under the age of 30 are eligible to receive significant tuition subsidies (for up to two years) from the government of Israel through the Student Immigration Authority. Bar-Ilan University offers students the opportunity to apply for both needs-based and merit-based scholarships. In addition, there are numerous organizations and foundations which offer financial assistance for study in Israel that students are highly encouraged to explore.

CONTACT INFORMATION
International School
Bar-Ilan University
Ramat-Gan, Israel 5290002

Tel: +972- 3-738-4245
Email for further information
Intl.info@biu.ac.il
Email to apply for a program
Intl.apply@biu.ac.il

Communication

About

The School of Communication at Bar-Ilan University is one of the few academic institutions in the world to offer research and training in International Communications and Public Diplomacy. It aims to empower Israel’s future generation with the knowledge and skills necessary to advocate for Israel across the globe. As a part of the BA program, students are offered the opportunity to immerse themselves in workshops on how to effectively convey messages and build a positive public image for anyone from brands, to themselves. The workshops, offered in areas relating to New Media, Advertising, Public Relations and Broadcast Media, are instructed by individuals considered professionals in their fields.

Why Study Communication

Communication is all around us. We use it every day without even noticing; we maintain personal communications with our family and friends, we consume mass media, and we create and participate in social networks.

Communication studies are intended for those who want to influence and leave their mark on the world, who wish to take part in making tomorrow’s news — today. In order to accomplish that, one has to understand the media: Why is the same topic presently differently from one media outlet to another? What makes Google or Facebook so popular? Which medium is more influential – cinema, TV, radio, internet, or maybe the mobile phone? If you are interested in these questions – your place is with us.

Unparalleled Expertise

Bar-Ilan University has over 30 years of experience in teaching communication, and prides itself with hundreds of B.A. and M.A. graduates. The faculty members of the School of Communication and related units are internationally renowned researchers and lecturers, with extensive experience in all fields of communication: print press, TV, radio, advertising, marketing, public relations, spokesman ship and new media.

Ample Career Opportunities

Our graduates are sought after and well established in all fields of communications, both locally and globally. Many work in advertising or public relations offices, some in radio or TV stations, others in various websites, and a significant number in the press. Many of our graduates are media consultants in government or private offices, while others have chosen to pursue an academic research and teaching career.

During the third year of studies, our BA students can already participate in our internship program, in which they intern in different media organizations such as PR offices, news websites, government offices and others. Through the program, the students gain practical experience in the field and acquire important tools which will assist them in their future careers.

Curriculum

To graduate with a B.A. in Communication, students are required to complete 25 deparment credits over the course of their studies. The program is designed to be completed in three years.

Note: Communication is part of Bar-Ilan University’s “Dual Major” system, and requires students to do a second major, in either English Literature or Political Science.

Course List

First Year
Course No.	Course Title	Credits
63-001	Introduction to Communication: Theories & Models	3
63-002	History of Communications	1
63-003	The Media in Israel	1
63-004	Research & Information Science	1
63-005	Academic Literacy	1
64-006	News Writing & Journalism Workshop	1
64-007	New Media: Technology & Society	1
64-008	Communication & Social Psychology	1
Subtotal: 10 credits
Second Year
Course No.	Course Title	Credits
63-009	Rhetoric & Public Speech	1
63-010	Media Law	1
63-011	Journalistic Ethics	1
63-012	Visual Communication	1
63-013	Language & Communication	1
–	Department Elective	2
–	Workshop	1
Subtotal: 8 credits
Third Year
Course No.	Course Title	Credits
–	2 Department Electives	2
–	Workshop	1
–	2 Seminar Electives	4
Subtotal: 7 credits

This table includes only course requirements from the Major. Students need a total of 64 credits throughout their majors and core curriculum requirements to graduate.

Admissions

To be considered for the School of Communication, applicants are expected to have

Completed high school/ secondary school with a 3.5 GPA
Scored an 1100 combined score on the SAT Critical Reading + Math sections, a 26 score on the ACT, or a 550 Psychometric exam.

Note: Communication is part of Bar-Ilan University’s “Dual Major” system, and requires students to do a second major, in either English Literature or Political Science.

Click here for more information on how to apply.

Program Overview

Program Type: Major (25 Credits)
Program Length: 3 Years
Language of Instruction: English
Admission Requirements:

SAT: 1100
Psychometric: 550
3.5 High School GPA

Application Deadline: Rolling admissions